Reviews taken from the I Say I Say I Say emailing list. You can see them for yourself,
if you'd like, just go to http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/isayisayisay/.
These reviews were posted between August 21st and November 23rd 2003 when the
collection was released for the first time.
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two words.
it rocks.
a few more. don't hesitate, buy this disc, with or without the
bonus. I got mine yesterday, and it is definitely a labor of love for
james, and its worth it and more. I have always wanted Mute to do a
box set in the future of lots of rare and obscure things just like
this. The quality so far is outstanding, (no I haven't heard it all,
there's sooo much here!) If Mute did do a box set like this, it'd be
quite a bit more than 12 lousy bucks, more like add a 0 to the end...
now, mute if you're listening, we still want an official one of these
someday, with direct from the master tape unreleased stuff. please!
do your selves a favor, I know that some people may have a problem
with James, put it behind you, buy this for yourselves, you want it,
just do it...
Chris
Thu Aug 21, 2003 3:46 pm
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} two words.
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} it rocks.
I have to agree with Chris. I received my copy of James' work and it is a
magnificent collection of tracks that we would otherwise not get to hear in all
their glory. And like Chris, I would love to see an official release from Mute
one of these days - with Warner US's help.
Strong work James. Cheers.
And if you haven't ordered a copy yet, you are missing out.
David
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The Compilation from James
Hi Isay'ers
Just received my package from US (actually rather fast considering that
I'm in Denmark)
It's a feeling of x-mas, listening to tracks I haven't heard in that
quality before, even when converted to audio cd's.
And I have to admit, there where also a few I hadn't heard before, I
have to envy James and admire his work.
But then it comes to my mind that James wasn't at the convention
listening to outtakes, and I feel much better again (hehe James) :)
If it's true, that James is closing down production soon, I can only
advice the slow investors to get ordered, it won't come much better.
Med venlig hilsen
Vikingman and the vikingmen
Twelfth compilation Message List
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hello everyone,
i got my copy of the twelfth compilation in the mail today, and i've been
jamming to erasure all morning long. i think i soiled myself upon hearing all
these rare tracks. this compilation will definitely keep me busier than the
hits! cd until we can hear new material from the boys.
thanks james! you rock.
cheers,
the skip
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I received my cds as well. There is sooo much Erasure material, my brain is
trying to process it all. I hope I don't go into Erasure shock! Great job
James! Thank you.
By the way, why is my unplugged track listing different than the playlist.
Does anyone have Chains of Loves (acoustic), Oh L'amour (Acoustic) and A
little Respect (acoustic) all mixed up?
Annie
Editor's note: I switched the track titles of three tracks by accident.
This has been fixed for the 2007 release.
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I just got my copy today :-) It's just that I don't know what to say
about it. The truth is I've never seen anything like this before and
I doubt that any of you have. Just thinking of all the time James has
worked on this project makes me dizzy.
James, you have done one remarkable thing here. I will probably never
be able to show my gratitude and the feelings I have right now to you
in person, but I really doubt you can find a happier Erasure fan
right now :-))))
I'm still at work and haven't been able to listen to more than a
fraction yet, but just looking at the tracklistings makes me shiver
with happiness. I was also lucky enough to get the 3" (# 30) which
will be a real treat.
Thanks again James and if someone still hasn't ordered a copy yet,
what are you waiting for? This is just to good to be true so you
better act before the dream is over.
Fredrik, Sweden
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I just wanted to publicly thank James for the hard work he put into making
this project happen. I got the CD's today and wow, they're amazing. Thank
you James.
How much do you think I could get on eBay for my CD3 #11? ;)
Jonathan
James' compilation Message List
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hi all. it's been a while since i've stopped lurking and participated.
over the many years i have been a member of the "i say" list and the
"wonderland" list i have seen some pretty great examples of erasure related
kindness and devotion (and even was able to give a bit back). but this
compilation that james has just put together is the most amazing thing i have
ever come across! i had never gotten to hear so many of these things i've heard
talked about by the few who had heard them! now i'm among the privileged!
thank you james! the quality is so amazing and the selection is overwhelming!
i don't know where to start! i will be listening for quite a while! hope i can
return the favor some day!
to all who are putting off the purchase....you will be sorry!
luc
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Hi
Got my CDs today, just started listening, fantastic
stuff, lots to get through.
Thanks again James.
Andy ( UK, Scotland :-)
www.kalelrecords.com
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Hiyalll...Got mine today too, complete with nicey bonus CD.
James the midi arrangement enclosed on these discs is worth the money alone for
me, need more pure V Midi arrangements!!!!...could listen to em all day, and
indeed I just may do so!
Cheers!!
Twelfth compilation Message List
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[ISayISayISay] Twelfth compilation
Hi all!
Out of lurking mode for the second time, again!
I received my compilation from James yesterday and spent the night putting
them all onto my iPod with iTunes separated into playlists with the
corresponding CD artwork on each track (all found on the CD¹s, not to
mention http://expiredmilk.com/thecd/ thanks, James!).
I could not be happier. My iPod could not be happier. My planned 8-hour
plane trip to Denmark is definitely going to be happier.
All the great posts on the list from everyone regarding the CD¹s (IMHO!)
don¹t do them justice you really have to own these CD¹s to understand.
In short, as my life has become more busy and hectic since I became a fan
way back when, this compilation really reminded me why I love Erasure so
much.
Wonderful work, James and thank you again - so much!
---Tony in Chicago
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Crawling out of my hole to post a little message.....
I received my CD's from James Last night and to have all of these rare
item's on 2CD's and in folder's ready to burn is just insane!
I've been converting all my Erasure CD's and Vinyl to MP3's and what
process it takes, let alone getting rare item's from Other sources and
having them sound this good. The quality is Excellent, the presentation is
unmatched, and the number of tracks is astounding. Tracks that are
priceless to any Erasure fan who has been collecting for years and for those
who are new to Erasure. These CD's were used to copy the track's and will
never be used again. They are now inshrined in my do not touch Erasure
Collection.
James you've completely outdone any expectations that any of us have had.
This was truly a Labour of Love and I for one am Truly Grateful.
Thank You,
Mark
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hurrah!! i got my Twelfth CDs through this morning. wow!!!! there is
sooooo much stuff here!!...
for all the people out there moaning & griping about the new 'Hits'
compilation, THESE are the CDs for you!
buy them NOW, before it's too late!!
well done James. what a fantastic job...
Gavin
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Re: Twelfth compilation
Hello All,
I'm also going to de-lurk for a bit and express my extreme joy, gratitude and
thanks to James for this compilation. I've been listening to it for two days
now, and there is some really great stuff in there I hadn't heard yet
(especially the MIDI stuff- very cool!).
I do have one question though.. on the bonus CD/Live Risotto/Don't Say Your Love
is Killing Me (Santiago 97).mp3, at about 1:14 (and elsewhere several times
during the show), there is a loud deep voice saying something over the music.
Who is that, and what are they saying (and WHY???). Not a complaint, just
curious.
-Hank (from Boston)
Editor's Note: It was a loop audio stamp to identify the recording as broadcasted on radio.
james' 3" / DVD Message List
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i received my 12th discs yesterday(w/o the bonus :)
i'm overwhelmed. this is a wonderful collection. i would never
be able to find all of this on my own. Great job James!!
now, is there a kind soul out there who could supply a copy of
the 3" disc???
RE: the DVD -
it looks like this collection is packed with good stuff. however i
am hoping for the inclusion of the Jools Holland performances
of So the Story Goes and Miracle - they sound great on james'
collection. maybe they will be hidden?
rich
Twelfth arrived!..........error spotted!,Do`h! Message List
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My Twelfth cd`s arrived this morning,yes it was worth the perfect quality MP3`s
for the Dinger 7".Some nice unheard MP3`s for me also so well worth the money
(well ive said before well underpriced for what it is!)
If your a mega-fan/supa-fan/freaky-fan you NEED this release otherwise your
collection is somewhat lacking! Hurry and get ordering NOW!
Well done James from Sinner to Saint in less than a month,thats some going!
Ok here we go-
Precious 4
track 21-Trax Trix (Unreleased Instrumental)mp3
This IS NOT a Vince Clarke Instrumental,i was happy to here this as i`m a fan of
this group it is in fact Sophie & Peter Johnston....who?,well they are a brother
& sister group who never had a UK top 40 hit but did have a near miss with their
great single `Happy Together`.
This track is actually a theme tune for a childrens Tyne Tees TV show called
`TX45`. Its also a shortened version of their track called `Chasing A Dream`
from a 12" single called `Torn Open` WEA YZ128T & an alternate version from
their self titled album but with the alternate title of `Some Sunny Day`. (album
WX127C)
In fact the whole album was recorded in Peter Johnstons bedroom,as far from
Vince as you can get!
Another I-Sayer Miyata can also back up this claim!,another fellow fan of this
act.
See ya Mark.
Editor's Note: Yeah, too bad it wasn't the real thing. The filenames and ID tags
have been changed to reflect this (then) new information.
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Am only two and a half hours in, and without repeating other
comments, all I can say is "WOW!"
Kels - one very happy bunny!
*************************************
Static in my hair I blush out loud...
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I have to pipe in too before this thread becomes too tiresome...
James's CD set is absolutely the best Erasure investment I've ever
made as a whole, easily topping the USA Promo CDs of Chains of Love
and A Little Respect that I spent a pretty penny on eBay for.
As I type this, I'm listening to the Tommy Musto mixes of Chorus
(fascinating!) and it dawned on me how priceless this compilation is.
Not only does it fill in the gaps with songs that didn't make the EBX
sets (one of James's original intentions, I'm sure) but it excels at
being a musical encyclopedia, representing so many genres of dance and
club music over the last 20+ years (including the Yazoo stuff).
Does anyone have any insider knowledge of the Mute/Sire relationship
between 1988-1991? I get the feeling that Sire was trying to milk our
boys for all they were worth after The Innocents went big, and tried
to change them into something they weren't, like a cheezy commercial
dance band. Look at how acid housey the unreleased Stop remixes are
compared to the commercially-available remixes. I bet Sire was furious
when they first heard Wild and didn't even bother to commission any
remixes for Drama, let alone not release You Surround Me here in the
States at all. I'd even venture to guess that Sire wanted Blue
Savannah to be the first single off Wild all along and commissioned
Shep to do the Blue remixes long before Mute decided to officially
release Blue Savannah as a single.
Where exactly was the breaking point between Mute and Sire? Why did
Sire commission a load of remixes for Chorus but not Love to Hate You?
Was Sire po'd that Mute wanted Am I Right to be a Christmas single, so
they skipped right over it, just like You Surround Me?
Anyway, the CDs are great and I'm infinitely grateful to Evil James
for his efforts, as well as everyone else who helped him out. When I
think of how long it takes me to record-in just one song off of vinyl
into my computer, and then clean it up with a wave editor, I have much
respect for how much effort went into this project.
And finally, I've realized that I'm not in the majority of Erasure
fans when it comes to remixes. I'm jamming out to the JT Company
remixes of Love to Hate you right now, the Untidy Dub is my favorite
remix of Freedom, and the Cold Blooded remixes of DSYLIKM are great as
well! (No, I'm not kidding!)
- Sleazy
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Many, many thanks James for all your hard work. I haven't listened to
it in full yet as I haven't had a spare 18 hours....!
In the sleeve notes you write "special thanks to Mute Records, the
EIS and Erasure for their understanding regarding this project". Have
you had any feedback from them?
Editor's Note: Minimal, really. Not much of a thanks in return.
They didn't sue. I guess that's what counts, right?
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Twelfth compilation
Well,
I'm not really the one that goes for "me too"-postings but this collection
is really awesome! As this one is so extensive (and some of us have to work,
ya know :-)) I haven't had the time to listen through all of it yet.
But, just the unreleased US remixes of Stop! and Chorus (that I didn't even
know existed) is worth it all. (The mixes are not all that thrilling, and I
do understand why they were never released, but just hearing them is so
cool!) Another diamond in the collection is of course the Dinger tracks in
good quality! (Now I can burn the only Erasure bootleg I ever owned!)
And for one that is usually anal about sound quality, most of the collection
sounds excellent! Of course there's nothing much to do about, for instance,
the demo outtakes because of their source but the tracks that our saviour
James has ripped himself are very good!
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity so if you haven't got yourself a
copy already - do so now!
And if anyone who got a copy of that ltd 3" live CD would be willing to
share it, I am open for suggestions! :-))
Finally I just have a couple of questions for Mr James:
What happened to the Funky Sisters Edit?
And, since Ferry Aid was included shouldn't Winjama have been there too?
(no complains! just questions!)
My deepest respect to the compiler!
/Fredrik Augustsson (aka The Drama Queen)
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Got home from our short hoiday on Friday to find the 3 CD's from James.
They are awesome - thanks James for your dedication and hard work and for
the excellent service. As has already been said, you will kick yourself if
you don't get this set while its available.
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I just recieved the cd's - they we're fabulous.
I'm so glad i ordered these. They make my time at work very enjoyable.
Thank you James, your Fab!
:)
Anna
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Have received James' compilation (including bonus disc 3!!), and the Under
The Covers Tribute I also ordered. I have so much listening to do, and I am very
f***ing happy. The quality of this man's work is just brilliant.
Matthew.
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Hallųjsada.
Just received my package from US. Yehaaaa.
The quality of the tracks, is the best i“ve ever heard before.
Got all on several cd“s already. And listening to them makes me feel
alive. Ahhh. It's true James. You did it again.
Cheers Falken
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Hi ! I received James' cds a couple of weeks ago...but was unable to play them
because of a computer problem...The only thing I can say is : Thanks James ! I
don't have anything to add that wasn't previously said on the list...but I
thought I had to say it anyway. Finally, I'm able to listen to the EIS fan club
cds...
Great job !
Dominic
Montreal
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I have yet to comment on James compilation. I was going to post my
raves a week ago, but I didn't want to make it appear to be a "me
too" posting. James, you've outdone yourself on this one. Since I am
probably one of the last few that received this, there is nothing
more that I can add to the reviews.
Humming the words to a love song,
Kevin
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Received James' cds today (at last!). All I can say is the one word - AMAZING!!!
I thought that I have never get some of the rare and unreleased mixes / versions
but with the help of James I got them all!!!
Thank you, James!
One thing - I can't hear the difference between "Freedom (Telephone 1)" and
"Freedom (Telephone 2 - Vocals Up)". Are they idential or not?
Best wishes, Twilight 0.2
The differences are superficial and mostly in the level of compression.
But they ARE different.........barely. ;)
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Re: Last chance for Under the Twelfth (Final Email)
--- In ISayISayISay@yahoogroups.com, james {james@e...} wrote:
} The rest of us just do what we can to spread the wealth,
} but _some appreciation_ for what is done shouldn't be too
} hard for you to manage... For the rest of you who have said
} thanks and etc... I noticed. It's appreciated in return.)
Of all the things to have happened this year ie-singles/albums/tours
etc plus all the TV appearances and to top it all the new years eve
gig its all down to Mute/us ie the fans etc to be credited with this
success......the one thing that binds all this together is the simple
word `Official`,with that i mean its all been officially sanctioned
by the record company and Erasure.So its all above board,whereas this
`twelth` release in whatever form its available (cd-r/dvd-r etc)
isn`t actually official in its release,but it has without doubt been
`THE` release of this year in terms of quality and rarity,i seriously
doubt that anybody on this list or any other will have the wealth of
rare items that are on this release in their own collection without
having bought this release.The main gripe/complaint i had with this
release was the fact that it was highly `UNDERPRICED`,for what i
received in my 2cd-rs was with out doubt way in advance of the £7 i
paid for it,ok so i did have a few of the tracks already but they
were far out numbered by the tracks i didn`t have,so to all the
people who did send nasty mails regarding this release have to be out
of their minds!
WELL DONE AGAIN JAMES this was by far the must have item this
year,even if i might add overtaking the DVD and that was a great
release!
See ya Mark.
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