El Momento Descuidado [Import]

1. Unguarded Moment

2. 0408

3. Almost with You

4. November

5. Metropolis

6. Chromium

7. Sealine

8. New Season

9. All I Know

10. Till the Cows Come Home

11. Tristesse

12. Under the Milky Way

13. Invisible

14. Between Mirages

Editorial Reviews

Product Description
El Momento Descuidado is The Church's contribution to the outstandingly successful Liberation Blue Acoustic Series. The album features a number of classic hits in the guise of 'The Unguarded Moment', 'Almost With You', 'Metropolis' and 'Under The Milky Way', as well as a handful of lesser known but no less excellent songs, and 5 brand new tracks. El Momento Escuidado is sure to be quicky snapped up by the church's legion of devoted followers. Liberation. 2004.

Tracks:

Unguarded Moment
0408
Almost with You
November
Metropolis
Chromium
Sealine
New Season
All I Know
Till the Cows Come Home
Tristesse
Under the Milky Way
Invisible
Between Mirages

Album Description

After 17 albums, Australia's premier purveyors of neopsychedelic dream pop have finally come unplugged. The Liberation Blue Acoustic Series finds the veteran fourpiece laying down 14 cuts - including five new tracks - over the span of a weekend. Beginning with "The Unguarded Moment" from 1981's Of Skins and Heart, they gently burn through classics like "Metropolis" and "Under the Milky Way" with an intimacy and intensity that feel more natural than any studio album that they've released in the last ten years. Though billed as acoustic, the Church are far too experimental to just sit in front of the mikes and see what happens; rather, they paint flange on key cymbal crashes, insert the occasional vocal effect, and rearrange the songs to fit the new format with mesmerizing results. Steve Kilbey's long cadences, Tim Powles' spooky percussion and vibes, Peter Koppes' mandolin and harmonica, and Marty Willson-Piper's intricate guitar work have never sounded better - one wishes that they would have applied this aesthetic earlier in their career, as it complements their sound far better than the overly atmospheric production that's marred them in the past. el momento descuidado is both intimate and far-reaching. The Church have made a career out of dreamy, reverb-drenched landscapes of murkiness and beauty. Here they've reduced their songs to the point of clarity, which is both triumphant and long overdue.

Customer Reviews:

The Church Have Been Invariably Brilliant Since 1992 !.......2007-07-03

This is an acoustic treasure of wonderful songs by The Church, the world's most unheralded supergroup. Their shimmering musical sounds mixed with Steve Kilbey's detached but vintage vocals always combine to create dynamic songs. Every song on this CD is remarkable including "Unguarded Momemt", "Chromium", "All I Know" and "Till The Cows Come Home". Any fan of Pink Floyd, The Byrds or Radiohead must purchase some Church Cds. The best are "Uninvited Like The Clouds", "After Everything Now This", "Priest=Aura" and "Sometime Aywhere". "El Momento Descuidado" belongs on the list too. Steve Kilbey also has made some incredible solo CDs.

This Album Kills, Gently.......2006-07-14

Not to get too personal or anything, but I recently gave this to my Mom for her birthday. We went out driving to go to a restaurant and by the end of the night we'd listened to the whole thing. We hadn't spoken to each other for over 5 years and now we talk a couple of times a week. I've been a fan since the mid-80's when Heyday came out, and sure enough my Mom's favorite song here is Tristesse, which is from that album. I think this record is phenomenal. If you are skeptical about them, get this one - they have absolutely nothing to hide behind here. It's all about the songs: the lyrics, spear-headed by Steve Kilbey, one of the most articulate and well-read songwriters of all time (go ahead, laugh at me - I don't care), and oh ya they also happen to be MONSTER guitarists, brought out all the more by their understated, gorgeous, shimmering acoustic work here.

I really like the new versions.......2006-05-26

While I admit that I haven't heard all of the songs compiled here, every one is interesting and changed to dramatic effect. It's a solid piece of work that I enjoy listening to whenever and I prefer the acoustic reworking since it shakes up the seemingly stodgy formatting of the original songs that we all love, but not know far too well. This recording is just complete class to me, that's what I hear when I listen to it. These versions are just so vital to me. Buy it, listen to it, tell me what you think.

The Work of Seasoned Musicians.........2006-02-02

This album is as beautiful in its simplicity as it is in its ability to conjure the old-friend feeling of all of the classic and newer Church songs featured herein. I highly recommend this disc. It is absolutely delightful, although it helps to be familiar with some of the original versions, so that one has a frame of reference as to the stripped-down direction the band took this time around.
The only regret here is that there weren't but a few songs from After Everything, Now This. A minor complaint, and perhaps trite, but I suppose it also leaves room for other songs from the catalog. Bottom line: The Church has released a shining gem into the otherwise cookie-cutter "music" mainstream masses. Luckily hardly anyone I talk to has heard of this band. This album is definitely one big point in the plus column! This, people,is what music sounds like when it's the work of seasoned musicians. Sonic genius.

Old Tunes New Spin.......2005-11-17

An excellent effort to bring new light to some of these classic old Church tunes. I've been a fan since the mid 80's and have no problem giving this four stars so I think any fan will find this cd worth owning. I agree that newcomers may not "get it" so beware. The opening of "The Unguarded Moment" (also the cd title in Spanish) is so perfect and it sets the tone for the rest of the cd. That is a 25 year old song and it sounds as fresh as anything the Church have done in recent years. I never did like "Metropolis" until I heard it here. My favorite track on here is "Tristesse." The original version is perfect, but MWP does something to this song on here to really make it special. It may sound like a Bob Dylan impression, but I think it rocks. Song list: The Unguarded Moment, Almost with You, November, Metropolis, Chromium, Sealine, New Season, All I Know, Till the Cows Come Home, Tristesse, Under the Milky Way, Invisible, Between Mirages.

Average customer rating:

A revelation
The Church Eternal
Old songs in a new light, and new songs too

El Momento Descuidado
The Church
Manufacturer: Liberation Music Oz
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B0006JE2PY
Release Date: 2005-01-25

Tracks:

Unguarded Moment
0408
Almost with You
November
Metropolis
Chromium
Sealine
New Season
All I Know
Till the Cows Come Home
Tristesse
Under the Milky Way
Invisible
Between Mirages

Album Description

El Momento Descuidado is The Church's contribution to the outstandingly successful Liberation Blue Acoustic Series. The album features a number of classic hits in the guise of 'The Unguarded Moment', 'Almost With You', 'Metropolis' and 'Under The Milky Way', as well as a handful of lesser known but no less excellent songs, and 5 brand new tracks. El Momento Escuidado is sure to be quicky snapped up by the church's legion of devoted followers. Liberation. 2004.

Customer Reviews:

A revelation.......2006-03-27

Like the other reviewers, I am absolutely enthralled with this album. As a longtime fan of The Church, I find that the acoustic format suits the band beautifully. Steve Kilbey's voice is as hypnotic as ever, and the stellar musicianship we have come to expect is there in spades. Of the new songs, my favorite is "0408," which calls to mind Robyn Hitchcock in some of his best acoustic moments. One gets the sense that if/when the band releases a "plugged-in" version of this song, it will soar to even greater heights. All in all, a fantastic collection of songs that could only have been made by a band that has been stoking their creative fire and exploring intricate musical avenues for more than 25 years. Highly, highly recommended for loyal fans and newcomers alike!

The Church Eternal.......2005-06-19

I discovered The Church over 20 years ago, little knowing that one day my following of a treasured sound from Australia would also become my son's obsession. How many bands can inspire fans spanning generations from 60 to 30? Obviously the benefit of this dual interest is that we both can keep each other informed of new releases, and that is how I learned of El Momento Descuidado. We each have every Church release, and this latest is just as great as their first album. I cannot add to the incredibly informed review below, except to say, if you're a Church fan, buy this album. It does not disappoint, and is magical. Kudos to 20 years of consistent musical craftsmanship and dedication to their fans.

Old songs in a new light, and new songs too.......2004-12-14

El Momento Descuidado sees The Church take a slightly unexpected turn. Over twenty years and many albums into their career, they've sprung upon the unsuspecting world an acoustic album of such splendour that it's hard to believe it was recorded live in just a few days.

What we have here is an album that sees the band re-visiting and re-working some of the gems from their back catalogue; and throwing in some new songs that sit more than comfortably with the old ones.

All I Know stands out among the new songs as a Church classic. The re-working of The Unguarded Moment will surprise. A New Season brings a whole new life to the song. Invisible shines. The acoustic arrangements let Steve Kilbey's voice shine through - except on the tracks where other band members take over the vocal duties!- and in all the albums they've made he's rarely sounded this good.

If you like anything that The Church have ever done then this CD is an essential purchase.

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