Gene Posted November 6, 2005 Share Posted November 6, 2005 I just watched the CBS story on Neil Diamond. His new album is getting rave reviews as he, at almost 65, apparently returns to his roots. Part of the success is given to Rick Rubin, his producer. SO, I was wondering. Who would be a great producer for the first Raspberries studio album in 30 years? Heck, if Neil can do it, I know with the right producer the Raspberries can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cozmik Posted November 6, 2005 Share Posted November 6, 2005 Lindsey Buckingham, Little Steven or Marshall Crenshaw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted November 6, 2005 Share Posted November 6, 2005 We've crossed this thread before, and a number of names have been tossed around. My choice would be one of these three:1. Mark Hudson: he's just produced the latest Ozzy disc of covers2. Desmond Child3. Bruce SpringsteenMarv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raspberrywine Posted November 6, 2005 Share Posted November 6, 2005 Id say Geddy Lee or any member of the band Styx. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockerreds Posted November 6, 2005 Share Posted November 6, 2005 Steve Lillywhite or Mitch Easter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gene Posted November 6, 2005 Author Share Posted November 6, 2005 I thought we mighta done this one before. But, my vote would be for Coldplay's producer Ken Nelson, or Rick Rubin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seattlesteve Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 Mutt Lange or Jeff Lynne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew C. Clark Posted November 7, 2005 Share Posted November 7, 2005 Dale Penner (Canadian music producer). Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 As good as Lynne is, everything he touches (Petty, Beatles etc.) ends up sounding like an ELO twin.Marv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggiesjc Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 I'm certainly curious about the new ND album. Can't wait to see if Rick Rubin has put an end to Neil's '80s/'90s schmaltzy sound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 Brian Wilson is on the new ND disc.Marv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gene Posted November 8, 2005 Author Share Posted November 8, 2005 I never did like Neil's schmaltzy sound. I lost interest in Neil about the time he did Reverend Blue Jean. Or maybe it was Forever in Blue Jeans. Anyway, I'm glad to see that he can still be considered relevant by going back to basic rock. Neil's success solidifies my belief the Berries can be just as relevant by doing what they do so well... just good, solid, palatable, rock and roll. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frankenberrie Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 Todd Rundgren:)Hey, here's a link to Neil Diamond's myspace page,you can listen to the whole new LP in streaming. I can't my internet connection sux. http://www.myspace.com/neildiamond Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggiesjc Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 Thank you, frankenberrie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnneG Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 He IS going back to his roots! The first song, "Oh Mary", sounds eerily like "If You Know What I Mean"/"Yes, I Will" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggiesjc Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 I've listened to most of this new album, thanks to Frankenberrie's link, and it sure is stripped down compared to his string of schmaltz. Most of the songs are slow and may take a while to grow on me, but I'll probably buy the CD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 "Stripped down" is the same effect that Rick Rubin used to re-vitalize Johnny Cash's career.Marv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill C Posted November 8, 2005 Share Posted November 8, 2005 Marvin I'm with you on the Anti Jeff Lynn. He has a unique way of producing that was original to ELO. BUTT.....everything sounds like ELO. Does Bon Jovi produce his own stuff? My vote would be whoever does their stuff. Even if it is Bon Jovi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_so_cal Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 I agree! Let's get Todd in there to do it right!Todd Rundgren!!!!!!!!Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_so_cal Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Isn't it funny how today in 2005. people now put Rush in the same catagory as Styx?BTW, I am originally from the Roseland section (South side) of Chicago, the same neighborhood that Styx comes from. Roughly 115th. & Michigan Ave. I liked a few of their songs, but have never really been a fan. I guess it probably has to do with Panozzo's drumming. I was never impressed with his drumming. All I heard growing up was how wonderful Styx was and... oh, everyone that I know from back there has some kind of relation to Styx. You know, someone that someone that knows someone who is babysitting for Denis DeYoung, etc... I got tired of all the BS. Their music to me was always hokey, especially that Mr. Roboto stuff Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marc_so_cal Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 I've always seen Styx as trying to rip off Yes and they did. Then "Come Sail Away" came out and all that synth stuff sounded like it was lifted right out of Rick Wright's keyboards. In short, I think Styx was good at emulating other bands sounds.Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 On second thought, let Eric and Wally do the production work. No one knows the 'berries better than the 'berries themselves.Marv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Cartmill Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Only if they WANT to.I think any future CD will have a big fat "PRODUCED BY THE RASPBERRIES" stamped on it. ...But with a secret "Eric gets final mix approval" clause written in the contract... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raspberrywine Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 Jeff Lynne , never. Hes ruined to many great songs with too much compression on accoustic guitars and vocals. You can rarely hear the bass guitar in a Jeff Lynne recording. He must have some issues with treble and high frequencies. His recordings end up having a very artificial feel. Like one notch short of ABBA. Harrison's "Brainwashed" was a masterpiece in spite of Lynne, and was based on the strength of the tunes and lyrical messages. But it could have been even better with a more "down to earth" recording. Produced by "The Raspberries " is best. An executive producer might be a good idea for balance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnO Posted November 9, 2005 Share Posted November 9, 2005 With the Raspberries' considerable vocal chops, I'd love to hear what Brian Wilson could do in the studio with them. (At the very least, we'd hear some interesting vocal arrangements). Tom Werman, who did wonders with Cheap Trick in the last 80's, could do a great job. Assuming he doesn't wind up in the jail the rest of his life, a Phil Spector wall of sound take on the 'Berries would also be interesting. Lastly, why not bring Jimmy Ienner back to do it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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