Future Past Tense

Product Description
Future Past Tense is a CD collection documenting the best remixes by Q-Burns Abstract Message. Stretching back from 1998's remix of Rabbit In The Moon's "Floor.i.da" to recent re-workings for Fila Brazilia and Lovesky these tracks give an entertaining overview of the variety and ingenuity, of Michael "Q-Burns" Donaldson's work. A re-rub of Beef Wellington's "Dedication" sounds like a future James Brown while the following mix of Mazi & Colette's "Do You Want Me" is pure squelchy funk house joy. This diversity is present throughout the length of the disc, but the whole flows together linked by the playfulness and uniqueness of Q-Burns' production.

Almost all of the tracks on Future Past Tense have been previously only available on limited vinyl releases and a few are even rarer. Before now, the Latin-flavored remix of Tetris' "Two Hours" could only be found on the Russian release of their full album. The ultra-deep house mix of Rabbit In The Moon's "Floor.i.da" is a completely different version than the one that appeared on the Hallucination 12" single. And the gorgeous Naked Music-like rework of Neon Heights' "Hometown Blue" is completely exclusive to this release.

Standing alone as a Q-Burns Abstract Message album or a cohesive collection of brilliant artists remixed, Future Past Tense is undeniably a fascinating listen that fans of electronic dance music everywhere will enjoy. Future Past Tense also gives a glimpse into the developing sound of one of the USA's most popular and eclectic electronic dance producers and DJs.

Future Past Tense,Q-Burns Abstract Message,Eighth Dimensions,Club/Dance,Dance Music,IDM,Pop,Techno

Average customer rating: You know, this is pretty good stuff . . . more than perfect the sound of depth

A Future Lived in Past Tense Juno Manufacturer: Desoto ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Post Hardcore | Hardcore & Punk | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Amputechture Sky Blue Sky ASIN: B00005EBPP Release Date: 2001-05-08

Tracks:

1. A Thousand Motors Pressed Upon The Heart
2. Covered With Hair
3. When I Was In
4. Help Is On The Way
5. The Trail Of Your Blood In The Snow
6. The French Letter
7. Up Through The Night
8. Things Gone And Things Still Here (We'll Need The Machine-Guns By Next March)
9. We Slept In Rented Rooms (The Old School Bush)
10. You Are The Beautiful Conductor Of This Orchestra
11. Killing It In A Quiet Way
12. (Silence)
13. I'm Sorry You're Having Trouble... Goodbye

Customer Reviews:

You know, this is pretty good stuff . . ........2001-05-20

We don't like to pigeonhole bands by uncomfortably lodging them into the sometimes imaginary overlap between well-known artists, but let's face it- it helps the unfamiliar prospective buyer. If we have to do it to poor unsuspecting Juno, on this release, I'd have to say that Mogwai (and hence Slint) is definitely a reference, as is Jawbox. But thankfully, this album is much more than a heavily-amped indie rock all-star hybrid, and it builds nicely on the excellent THIS IS THE WAY IT GOES . . . A FUTURE LIVED IN PAST TENSE is a true epic of ebbing and flowing guitar, from hypnotic hymns to maelstroms and minefields of guitar. And the sound is simply breathtaking. The layed squalls of guitar take on the richest, deepest, crimson tones- it defies description. The songwriting isn't exactly classic, but the sound is so good that the compositions are extremely effective, regardless. The songwriting is by no means shabby, either. This one's a keeper.

more than perfect.......2001-05-16

I've bought very few CD's since Juno's last release "This is the Way it Goes and Goes..." (and their split release). Reason being is there's too much crap released these days that my nine year old nephew could do a better job at. This music is intricate, stimulating, and very powerful. After listening to this CD you really see the blandness and subpar cookie cutter rock out there these days that is total senseless crap. These guys are awesome, creative musicians, and they use their three guitar assault very effectivly, not overbearing, just incredibly creative. Enough said, I give this album 6 stars.

the sound of depth.......2001-05-11

I will not bore innocent readers with song-by-song reports or boring comparisons to other irrelevant bands. Juno's _a future lived in past tense_ is its own genre. This is an amazing, awe-inspiring album, from the synth organ in the opening seconds to the voice of the answering machine on the final track. To call it cohesive would be bland; to describe it as competent would be understatement. This is music, the way it should be, and Juno is an emotional and ambient explosion of melodious bliss.

Average customer rating:

Past Perfect Future Tense Magne F Manufacturer: Private & Confidential Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD France | Continental Europe | Europe | International | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Mary Is Coming Vogts Villa Minor Earth Major Sky Analogue Wild Seed ASIN: B000ACZUFI Release Date: 2007-06-12

Tracks:

1. Obsolete
2. All the Time
3. Past Perfect Future Tense
4. No One Gets Me But U
5. Kryptonite
6. Nothing Here to Hold You
7. Friend Like Me
8. Little Angels
9. 2cU Shine
10. You Don't Have to Change
11. Envelop Me
12. Never Sweeter

Album Description

Magne Furuholmen, a.k.a. Magne F, is well known for being the songwriter of the famous band A-Ha, within he was the author of international hits such as ''Take On Me'' and sold more than 32 million albums through the world. As thrilling as amazing, this last album ''Past Perfect Future Tense'', including 12 melodic and bewitching jewels, is one of his mostbeautiful creation.Surrounded with well known artists such as Andy Dunlop (Travis guitarist), Guy Berrymen(Coldplay bassist), Will Champion (Coldplay drummer) or even Ed Harcourt, Magne F comes to light with his real identity, touching and sincere, giving to this album a rare and poignant unity. Diablo. 2005.

Average customer rating: Skillful, eclectic stuff

Future Past Tense Q-Burns Abstract Message Manufacturer: Eighth Dimensions ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | Techno | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | Dance Pop | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music IDM | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Experimental Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music Similar Items: Re-Routed Oeuvre Feng Shui Invisible Airline Sound of Silver ASIN: B0002IQJDW Release Date: 2004-10-05

Tracks:

1. Tetris - Two Hours
2. Beef Wellington Dedication
3. Rabbit In the Moon - Floori.d.a
4. MaziColette - Do You Want Me
5. Iffy - Can-O-Cope
6. Fila Brazilia - We Build Arks
7. Lovesky - Come Back to Me
8. Neon Heights - Hometown Blue
9. Jugoe - Night Fumblings
10. Doctorolive - Rhythm of Life
11. Rivera Rotation - On the Beach

Product Description

1. Tetris - Two Hours *
2. Beef Wellington - Dedication
3. Rabbit In the Moon - Floori.d.a *
4. Mazi+Colette - Do You Want Me
5. Iffy - Can-O-Cope
6. Fila Brasilia - We Build Arks
7. Lovesky - Come Back to Me
8. Neon Heights - Hometown Blue +
9. Jugoe - Night Fumblings
10. Doctorolive - Rhythm of Life
11. Rivera Rotation - On the Beach
* = previously unreleased
+ = exclusive to this compilation

Format: CD

Customer Reviews:

Skillful, eclectic stuff.......2005-05-25

Q-Burns Abstract Message has been a mover and shaker in American electronic music for over 10 years. His DJ sets are known for their diversity and high funk factor, and his production reflects a similar ethic. "Future Past Tense" is a collection of his remixes for other artists, and while the artists and remixes vary wildly, high quality runs throughout. From the Compost-approved organic vibes of "Dedication" to the Prince-on-Mars funk of "We Build Arks," the remixes showcase a strong sense of melody, groove, and musical depth. The throwaway vocal house of "Do You Want Me" is the only clunker; otherwise, each remix is a mini-journey full of invention and playfulness.

Average customer rating: Worth a second listen There's a reason why Magne is not the lead signer of A-ha

Past Perfect Future Tense Magne F Manufacturer: Diablo ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Rock | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B0007MYKK2 Release Date: 2005-03-22

Tracks:

1. Obsolete
2. All the Time
3. Past Perfect Future Tense
4. No One Gets Me But U
5. Kryptonite
6. Nothing Here to Hold You
7. Friend Like Me
8. Little Angels
9. 2cU Shine
10. You Don't Have to Change
11. Envelop Me
12. Never Sweeter

Album Description

Magne Furuholmen, a.k.a. Magne F, is well known for being the songwriter of the famous band A-Ha, within he was the author of international hits such as ''Take On Me'' and sold more than 32 million albums through the world. As thrilling as amazing, this last album ''Past Perfect Future Tense'', including 12 melodic and bewitching jewels, is one of his mostbeautiful creation.Surrounded with well known artists such as Andy Dunlop (Travis guitarist), Guy Berrymen(Coldplay bassist), Will Champion (Coldplay drummer) or even Ed Harcourt, Magne F comes to light with his real identity, touching and sincere, giving to this album a rare and poignant unity. Diablo. 2005.

Customer Reviews:

Worth a second listen.......2005-09-23

Like the other reviewer, the first time I listened to this album I was distracted by Magne's voice. As a die-hard a-ha fan (that's why I bought this in the first place) I obviously appreciate pretty vocals and this album hasn't got them. What I appreciate even more, however, are well written lyrics that combine both meaning and a clever use of language (think literature like Nabokov). That's what I think this album is all about. You could read it like a book or poem. To be honest, a glossier sound would distract you from the content. This has become one of my favorite albums of the year (along with Loretta Lynn's Van Lear Rose).

There's a reason why Magne is not the lead signer of A-ha.......2005-06-07

Interestingly, if you listen to Morten Harket's 95 English solo album, the albums by Paul Waaktaar's band Savoy, and this one you'll notice that each member of A-ha opted for a more stripped down sound in their work outside of the group.

The song writing on Magne Furuholmen's debut is fairly good. It features mostly acoustic guitar and piano, played by himself. The album has a very simple and intimate feel. There are two bright spots, the single 'Kryptonite' and '2CU Shine'.

The major downside that tarnishes the album and makes it very difficult to listen to is the fact that Magne also does all the vocals. He somewhat sounds like the guy from Radiohead, but not quite as solid. There's a good reason why Magne doesn't do vocals for A-ha. He's not half the singer that Waaktaar is, who in turn is not quite as good as Harket.

I imported this CD from the UK only because I was already getting something else from there (Wetton-Downes Icon - a very good CD) so I thought it was worth getting 2 CDs since the shipping wouldn't cost much extra.

However, after a few listens I've made up my mind to send it back. My advice, get the Savoy albums (if you can find them, I only have the first 3 which I got in Japan) and/or Harket's 'Wild Seed' and skip this one.

Save your money for the new A-ha album coming out Fall 2005.

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