![]() Those mellifluous harpsichord runs, Indian finger cymbals, sprightly rococo orchestration and breathy articulation, to say nothing of the lyrics, surely elevate it far above the norm. And the majestic 'Liquid Blue' is referrered to thus - "appeared for some reason on a "Circus Days" compilation, though this isn't a stand-out track performance by any stretch of the imagination." (remember that 'Circus Days were also referred to oh so hillariously!?!? as "apologies", rather than anthologies.), and is "certainly nothing special". Or "apparently very bizarre" by someone who admits they've never even heard it. The 'Om' album (Columbia SCX/SX 6283), which contains mostly self-penned material, together with versions of songs by Pete Seeger, Dylan and Paul Simon, is brushed off as "inconsequential folky material" (!!!!) and then given a kicking, "steer clear.unless you want to stick the cover up on the wall". ![]() As u#sual acomment from someone who doesnt really know the legend that is cecil mccartney: *** 'OM': A PERSONAL APPRECIATION, by Ray Holton *** Cecil McCartney is one of those artists who is consistently trashed by the "experts".
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