New Porcupine Tree

[Johnny]

"Deadwing" is out, Gavin Harrison on drums.

Any fans here? John? You a Steve Wilson fan?

[johngregson]

I'm a big fan of Porc. Tree! I think they're superb - and Gavin Harrison is blindingly good, as always.
Deadwing's probably their best album so far!
Everyone on this board MUST own it.
John.

[Johnny]

Just listened through it at the gym. Awesome. Gavin's drum sound is so good.

Buy it, buy it, buy it!

[C.J.]

I'm not too familiar with Porcupine Tree, could you two give me some insight on the band's music? I'm always in search of new interesting bands...

[Johnny]

Cool, dark, ethereal prog. Kinda Floyd-ish, but I hate comparisons.

[vdreignsuponus1]

i think i might get it soon.:)

[C.J.]

Thanks Johnny!

[pcannon]

I've always thought Gavin has been one of the most UNDER rated drummers ever! You get guys like Joey Jordison who couldnt even carry Gavins stick bag! But gets all the hype! OH WELL, I guess I'd rather be a great drummer, rather than a famous one!

[ataraxia]

best place to start with porcupine tree is probably in absentia.

gavin harrison is awesome. i love the way he plays around with time and the rhythm.

[Johnny]

best place to start with porcupine tree is probably in absentia.
Agreed. Fantastic record.

[vdreignsuponus1]

blackest eyes is my jam!:D

[Johnny]

"The Sound of Muzak" is my fave, both musically and lyrically. So true.

"The music of rebellion makes you wanna rage, but it's made by millionaires who are nearly twice your age."

[Johnny]

BTW, I went and watched Gavin's video again today. So freaking tasty. He's so clean.

[schecter diamon]

Steven Wilson also produced Blackwater Park, Damnation, Deliverance, by Opeth. His vocals are also featured on "Bleak" from Blackwater Park. Porcupine Tree is good stuff.

[Shane G]

Deadwing is a must own for any drummer thats a fan of rock music, prog rock especially.

Intelligent, mature, slammin' stuff.

[PolyOstinato]

I just transcribed a bunch of tunes off Deadwing that will be in the next issue of Drum!. Gavin error checked them too so they're perfect, and a good lesson in prog drumming. He has pocket, superb time and groove and unlike most drummers, restraint.

I agree about the Sound of Muzak off of In Absentia - great drumming! I haven't decided which disc I like more. Get both....

[Shane G]

I just transcribed a bunch of tunes off Deadwing that will be in the next issue of Drum!. Gavin error checked them too so they're perfect, and a good lesson in prog drumming. He has pocket, superb time and groove and unlike most drummers, restraint.

I agree about the Sound of Muzak off of In Absentia - great drumming! I haven't decided which disc I like more. Get both....
My copy of Drum! arrived Sat.
Excellent work, Brad.

How come no "Open Car?"

[PolyOstinato]

All of my transcriptions didn't make it into the issue. Space restrictions....

[the scottster]

Porcipine tree kick are so good its not funny. Some of the best melodies ever written in my opinion. Steve wilsons a genius