Favorite IZZ Album
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Topic: Favorite IZZ Album
Posted By: rushfan4
Subject: Favorite IZZ Album
Date Posted: July 02 2009 at 12:36
IZZ are a wonderful neoprogressive rock band from the US, who get some mention from time to time here, but it doesn't appear that a poll has ever been done for them, so here it is. Which of their albums is your favorite? I have included their soon to be released album The Darkened Room as a bonus choice, although I suppose that that is kind of unfair, since it hasn't been released yet. 
If you aren't familiar with IZZ, you should check them out here on their MySpace page:
http://www.myspace.com/izzmusic - http://www.myspace.com/izzmusic ------------- 
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Posted By: Plankowner
Date Posted: July 02 2009 at 13:07
| Although I'm not terribly familiar with each release, my initial reaction is toward Ampersand, Vol. I and probably their least progressive. Seems to me that album is more indicative of their "own" sound then a combination of their influences. I do like them all though, really need to get that Nearfest album. |
Posted By: Mellotron Storm
Date Posted: July 03 2009 at 14:56
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I only have "I Move" and "My River Flows" but i prefer "I Move" by quite a bit. ------------- "The wind is slowly tearing her apart" "Sad Rain" ANEKDOTEN |
Posted By: martinprog77
Date Posted: July 06 2009 at 02:39
i only got ''My River Flows'' and is a really good album.i should get more albums from IZZ  ------------- Nothing can last there are no second chances. Never give a day away. Always live for today. |
Posted By: Rivertree
Date Posted: July 06 2009 at 03:13
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great band ! I've got 'I Move', 'Live at Nearfest', 'My River Flows' - the latter is my favourite ... ------------- https://awesomeprog.com/users/Rivertree" rel="nofollow">  |
Posted By: Padraic
Date Posted: July 06 2009 at 11:06
My River Flows slightly over the Nearfest - hoping the new one is even better! 
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Posted By: Padraic
Date Posted: July 06 2009 at 11:15
| Everyone into the band should visit izznet.com and download the new track! 320 kbps MP3 for $1.29. |
Posted By: pianoman
Date Posted: July 06 2009 at 23:12
| My River Flows. Not a masterpiece but damn close, and no doubt their strongest effort. Late Night Salvation is also my favorite IZZ song. Nearfest would be second and I Move third. |
Posted By: Garion81
Date Posted: July 07 2009 at 15:08
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Yeah I like all of them as well. I think I move is more consistent but My River Flows has some better overall songs. I like the new track they released as well. After hearing a couple of songs at Calprog next year I think the new one is going to be their best yet so I voted for it.
Edit
I don't consider them neoprog either. I know one Galgano is a huge Marillion fan but they have way more influences than that. (Should have hear them nail Trilogy by ELP last year and Close to the Edge in 2005.) I think they are true symphonic style and no Neo band I know has such a strong guitar like Paul Bremmer's either.
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Posted By: rushfan4
Date Posted: November 04 2010 at 12:29
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I have recently re-listened to everything from them and have decided to cast my vote for My River Flows. I am really not disappointed with anything they have released however. Their latest album The Darkened Room is quite good and could have easily gotten my vote as well. -------------
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Posted By: Padraic
Date Posted: November 04 2010 at 12:37
| Yeah the new one is a grower. But MRF is just outstanding from beginning to end. One of the best modern records I own. |
Posted By: Gandalff
Date Posted: November 04 2010 at 13:40
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I Move, that´s only one I own. ------------- A Elbereth Gilthoniel silivren penna míriel o menel aglar elenath! Na-chaered palan-díriel o galadhremmin ennorath, Fanuilos, le linnathon nef aear, sí nef aearon! |
Posted By: Catcher10
Date Posted: November 04 2010 at 16:38
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The Darkened Room is growing on me......But I like and play more Sliver of a Sun. -------------   
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Posted By: rushfan4
Date Posted: March 31 2011 at 08:15
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I probably should post this as a separate thread, but eh, I figured I'd just bump this one.
March 31, 2011 Doone Records is pleased to announce the release of Peter Gabriel’s “Red Rain” as arranged, performed and recorded by IZZ, available now on iTunes and all other digital download retailers. This classic track from Gabriel’s hit record “So” provides a perfect base for IZZ’s own blend of melodic sense and powerful rhythmic interplay. IZZ delivers an energetic and dynamic take on the track which features the unmistakable sound of guitarist Paul Bremner, whose unique delay-infused introduction to the song drives the distinctive arrangement. Completing the one-two punch is the propelling rhythm section of bass and drums from Greg DiMiceli and John Galgano. IZZ’s version of the song provides the listener with a different take on this Peter Gabriel gem, while paying due respect to the original song. IZZ fans and Gabriel fans alike are sure to enjoy this new take on a classic track. To purchase Red Rain from iTunes, click here or copy and paste this link into your browser: http://fanmail.nimbit.net/track?type=click&enid=bWFpbGluZ2lkPTk4OTQmbWVzc2FnZWlkPTAwMDAmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD01NzMzJnNlcmlhbD0xMjQ5NTIzMjM0JmVtYWlsaWQ9c2NvdHR2aWFsbEB5YWhvby5jb20mdXNlcmlkPTU4JmV4dHJhPSYmJg==&&&http://www.nimbitmusic.com/nrp/cd.php?a=2043652&m=9894&s=1270450&d=http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/red-rain-single/id428530388?uo=4" rel="nofollow - http://itunes.apple. com/us/album/red-rain-single/ id428530388?uo=4 For more information, visit the IZZ website at http://fanmail.nimbit.net/track?type=click&enid=bWFpbGluZ2lkPTk4OTQmbWVzc2FnZWlkPTAwMDAmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD01NzMzJnNlcmlhbD0xMjQ5NTIzMjM0JmVtYWlsaWQ9c2NvdHR2aWFsbEB5YWhvby5jb20mdXNlcmlkPTU4JmV4dHJhPSYmJg==&&&http://www.nimbitmusic.com/nrp/cd.php?a=2043652&m=9894&s=1270450&d=http://www.izznet.com/" rel="nofollow - www.izznet.com or visit the IZZ facebook page at http://fanmail.nimbit.net/track?type=click&enid=bWFpbGluZ2lkPTk4OTQmbWVzc2FnZWlkPTAwMDAmZGF0YWJhc2VpZD01NzMzJnNlcmlhbD0xMjQ5NTIzMjM0JmVtYWlsaWQ9c2NvdHR2aWFsbEB5YWhvby5jb20mdXNlcmlkPTU4JmV4dHJhPSYmJg==&&&http://www.nimbitmusic.com/nrp/cd.php?a=2043652&m=9894&s=1270450&d=http://www.facebook.com/izzmusic" rel="nofollow - www.facebook.com/izzmusic -------------
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Posted By: Morningrise
Date Posted: March 31 2011 at 08:47
| Just recently I bought Sliver Of A Sun. My first IZZ purchase, and I must say it's a pretty good album. In the same record store I bought SoaS, they had Ampersand, vol 1 too, and I didn't buy it. My question is: should I waste my money on it? or is it as mediocre as the few ratings/reviews on this site and the results of this poll (just 1 vote so far) claim it to be? |
Posted By: King Manuel
Date Posted: March 31 2011 at 10:13
| Very difficult choice, I have I move, the darkened room and My Rivver flows ... I move got my vote for the uttrely brilliant Star Evil Gnoma Su |
Posted By: rushfan4
Date Posted: December 13 2011 at 16:46
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Cool live version of Star Evil Gnoma Su. -------------
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Posted By: Padraic
Date Posted: December 18 2011 at 10:48
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From perusing the facebook page looks like a new album will be out next year.
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Posted By: infocat
Date Posted: December 18 2011 at 23:16
Wow! I don't own any IZZ, but I've liked all I've heard from them. This is no exception! I'll have to be on the lookout for them. Two dummers, huh? Interesting. I hear bass in this song, but the bass player appears to be playing second guitar. Where is the bass coming from? ------------- -- Frank Swarbrick Belief is not Truth. |
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