adnan Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 He's such a brilliant songwriter. So relaxed, so much against the mainstream. Just did things his way. He's also one of the most soulful and intriguing guitar players ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ohdistortedsmile1789 Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 Can't say, as I've never listened to him much. But I do know 0 members will agree with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adnan Posted October 5, 2006 Author Share Posted October 5, 2006 (edited) Can't say, as I've never listened to him much. But I do know 0 members will agree with you. I don't know, I've seen pics of him posted in the great musician thread.In any case, he's a remarkable songwriter, all his music is simple yet so effective. Stuff like "City Girls", "Don't Wait", "Cajun Moon", "Lies", etc. is just really special. Only Mark Knopfler and the Dire Straits have created very similar music.Album recommendations:NaturallyTroubadourTo Tulsa and BackYou can hear his influence on anything from Skynyrd to Izzy's solo records. I can't help but feel that Izzy's laid back attitude and vocals owe more than just a little to Cale. Also, the disappearances from the public eye, being relieved only for a sporadic release and short tour is also similar. Edited October 5, 2006 by adnan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GNR Rocks35 Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 idk him.....but i will try to listen if you say he's good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adnan Posted October 5, 2006 Author Share Posted October 5, 2006 (edited) idk him.....but i will try to listen if you say he's goodI'll upload a few of my favorites. It's very mellow though so it might not be suited to you. Edited October 5, 2006 by adnan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highvoltage Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 I only know After Midnight and Cocaine, Clapton's covers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adnan Posted October 5, 2006 Author Share Posted October 5, 2006 (edited) I only know After Midnight and Cocaine, Clapton's covers.I don't like either of those covers nearly as much as the originals. Especially "Cocaine". There's an awesome shuffling boogie in the background along with the main riff.Here's Cocaine Edited October 5, 2006 by adnan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adnan Posted October 5, 2006 Author Share Posted October 5, 2006 This one epitomizes Cale's music, a shuffling drum beat, calm guitar work, and dusty vocals:Devil in Disguise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankwhite Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 i think the combo of lennon n mccartney wins it all. but i guess comparing a duo to single people is kinda unfair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yamisonic Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 Ill check him out when I get home. Does he sound like Dylan? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adnan Posted October 5, 2006 Author Share Posted October 5, 2006 Ill check him out when I get home. Does he sound like Dylan?Not really. More country I guess, less harmonica. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeanGenie Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 this man is probably the best songwriter ever Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yamisonic Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 this man is probably the best songwriter ever His lyrics weren't that great. Lennon without McCartney didn't get too far, but McCartney without Lennon didn't really get anywhere. And it was the collaborations of Harrison and Ringo that made the music so great. Don't get me wrong, Paul was a great songwriter and one of my favourite musicians, but it was the fab four that made things sound so great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeanGenie Posted October 5, 2006 Share Posted October 5, 2006 man I really appreciate Lennon but I think Macca was the man. you might not like his lyrics but I think their mind blowing. eg Yesterday, Eleanor Rigby, For No One, Let It Be, You Never Give Me Your Money, Oh DarlingI could go on forever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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