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   Hi there, 

I do have a copy of 'Got you on my Mind' and did try to post a comment 

on this album back in the early days of this forum. It was taken down 

which annoyed me, so I am glad the decision was (finally) reversed. 

I have also been perplexed as to why Madeleine never mentions this 

project in any of her interviews as it is certainly nothing to be ashamed 

of. I guess the Boston Herald piece goes towards clearing this up a bit. If 

all that Galison says is true it's certainly nasty tactics on Rounder's part, 

especially as they pride themselves on being an 'indie'. 

Anyway as for the merits of 'Got You On My Mind' I couldn't agree more 

with higglety. It's a gem, and a quick whizz round the net sees many 

critics saying the same thing. I would also go as far to say as it has less of 

a contrived quality to it than Careless Love, and overall Madeleine sounds 

more joyous and relaxed. As for Galison he is obviously a great musician 

with a voice not unlike Paul Simon's, and I love the way the two 

complement each other on this work. You can really feel them working 

together to produce some great, very memorable music. 

But of course this is all down to personal taste. All I can really say is that 

Madeleine fans should check it out. Two of the tracks are repeated on 

'Careless Love', but treated quite differently, so don't let that put you off.  

And yes, what has Galison been up to (musically that is)? It would be great 

to have some news from him and any future projects he may have coming 

up..

cheers, Baranroma

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baranroma Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List New Member Joined: March 24 2005 Online Status: Offline Posts: 7	Quote Reply Posted: March 31 2005 at 7:13am
	Hi there, I do have a copy of 'Got you on my Mind' and did try to post a comment on this album back in the early days of this forum. It was taken down which annoyed me, so I am glad the decision was (finally) reversed. I have also been perplexed as to why Madeleine never mentions this project in any of her interviews as it is certainly nothing to be ashamed of. I guess the Boston Herald piece goes towards clearing this up a bit. If all that Galison says is true it's certainly nasty tactics on Rounder's part, especially as they pride themselves on being an 'indie'. Anyway as for the merits of 'Got You On My Mind' I couldn't agree more with higglety. It's a gem, and a quick whizz round the net sees many critics saying the same thing. I would also go as far to say as it has less of a contrived quality to it than Careless Love, and overall Madeleine sounds more joyous and relaxed. As for Galison he is obviously a great musician with a voice not unlike Paul Simon's, and I love the way the two complement each other on this work. You can really feel them working together to produce some great, very memorable music. But of course this is all down to personal taste. All I can really say is that Madeleine fans should check it out. Two of the tracks are repeated on 'Careless Love', but treated quite differently, so don't let that put you off. And yes, what has Galison been up to (musically that is)? It would be great to have some news from him and any future projects he may have coming up.. cheers, Baranroma

higglety Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List New Member Joined: February 12 2005 Online Status: Offline Posts: 11	Quote Reply Posted: March 30 2005 at 4:18pm
	Hey ss, I agree that Galison is not a singer on the level of Madeleine, but he sings with sincerity and he's not off key. His performance on "heaven help us All" is heartfelt and nicely phrased. Actually, I think that's not Madeleine's strongest performance and it's not my favorite track on the CD. Regarding the "additional tracks", I think "Flambee montalbanese" is a little masterpiece. Not only is it probably the best harmonica performance i've ever heard, but the whole arrangement is brilliant. (though i don't think Galison arranged it!). I also think that the french cabaret flavor fits really nicely into the flow oof the CD. "Rag For Madi" is just a great tune, with a very cool interplay of harmonica and clarinet and a terriffic ragtime groove. I mean Shawn Pelton's on drums and Tony garnier on bass, so what do you expect? I think it's very cool that Galison dedicated this to Madeleine. "jealous Guy" is simple, definitely heartfelt, and well played, but it doesn't knock me out. I'm not sure if I like Galison's vocal line at the end or not. Doesn't bother me. "Shoulda Known" rocks as far as i'm concerned. The way the frog sounds morph into the Bass harmonica is a great piece of production, and the guitar/ wurlitzer solo is right on the money. Again, galison is no pavarotti, but he gets across the lyrics (which are pretty funny, and have extra meaning since I read that "Boston Herald" article). cool to hear Carly on that one too. I'm not saying that Got You is a better record than Careless. No question it's a rougher production. but Madelaine sings her ass off on "Playin" and 'Got You on mmy mind' and a few other tracks and Galison is a talented son of a gun. Het gotta run.. thanks for the input! higgs
	higglety

something Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List New Member Joined: March 30 2005 Online Status: Offline Posts: 1	Quote Reply Posted: March 30 2005 at 3:42pm
	dear higglety, i have heard got you on my mind with friends and found it lacking in some obvious places. Do you really like Galison's singing on 'Heaven Help Us All'? And I find there are a lot of things lacking in the additional tunes, like continuity with the rest of the record with madeline's songs for example. all in all, i like it of course, but wouldn't give it your high praises. -glad to hear your thoughts. --ss

higglety Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List New Member Joined: February 12 2005 Online Status: Offline Posts: 11	Quote Reply Posted: March 28 2005 at 9:19pm
	Hello friends, First of all thanks Rich. I finally figured out how to post! And thanks for restoring our freedom of speech (For you all who were wondering, it was NOT Rich who banned this topic.) I am wondering if anyone saw the article about the lawsuit against Rounder in the Boston Herald from March 9th. Very interesting. According to this story, Rounder Records is being sued for threatening record companies that wantd to sell or distribute "Got You On My Mind" just because they didnt want it to compete with "Careless Love". That would be bad. I have both Cd's and I think they're both great. I bought "Got You" on Amazon.com, so i guess it's being sold after all, but if the accusations are true, that's pretty wretched behavior on Rounder's part. Could that be why this topic has been banned 'til now? Hey Rounder, you listening? or Madeleine for that matter....Can you enlighten us please? Tell us it ain't so. In any case, anyone else been bummed out about being on this topic? Also, in all the interviews I've seen, Madeleine says she didn't record anything between Dreamland and Careless love, and that's weird. I mean "Got you on my mind" is a terrific album, even if Madeleine doesn't sing on every tune. According to the notes, it was recorded almost two years before "Careless Love" came out. Are we in parallel universes or something? In my humble opinion, Got You on my mind is not as polished as "careless Love, but it has a lot more more fire and Madeleine sounds wonderful as usual on the seven songs she sings .I think Galison is about the best harmonica player I've ever heard (and not a bad guitarist). i generally don't love harmonica, but this guy takes it to a whole different level and he and Madeleine have a definite vibe. For me, the most moving moment on the record for me is when they sing together on the song "Got you on my mind". If your reading this, Maddy, "Got You on my Mind" is nothing to be ashamed of. Get it out there, girl! I will say this, I've worked in sound for years, and if nothing else, the sound quality of "Got You" is better than Careless Love". It;s actually really well recorded, while CL sounds a little muted and compressed on my system (which is a good one). Other than that CL is georgeous, and Madeleine sings like an angel. Anybody else have Got You on my Mind? Do I have the only copy? Does anybody know more about this lawsuit? Anybody know where Galison is playing? His website seems to be neglected- he needs a Rich Hansen! Enquiring minds want to know! Peace, higglety PS: I've heard two cuts from "Got you on My Mind" in Starbucks recently, so I guess i'm not the only one who likes it..
	higglety