From: torkel forsberg :meccca: (mecca_at_telia.com)
Date: 2003-02-28 17:41:23
Jon, Cynthia, Don-
I would say the Koop concerts perfectly reproduce the album material on
stage, even with some extra jazz warmth. They stay very true to their
original sound - even in song length - hence the short concerts.
Recommended. Extra props to Gonkyburg's own voice, the talented Yukimi
Nagano. She is quite unique, never completely in key, bringing a bit of
oddness to Koop's smooth sound to give it the right tension and suspense.
Wouldn't want to hear them without her!!
Best,
- - -
Torkel Forsberg - Club Meccca
Kungshojdsgatan 11B - 411 20 Gothenburg SWEDEN
Tel +46 707 405009 - Fax +46 31 151519
mecca_at_telia.com
http://www.nefertiti.se
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jon Bonanno" <jon_at_bondesen-graup.com>
To: "'Don Knox'" <donknox_at_pacbell.net>; <Suubi_at_aol.com>;
<acid-jazz_at_ucsd.edu>
Cc: "Dee Brad Lee" <dmfb_at_yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, February 28, 2003 5:07 PM
Subject: RE: [acid-jazz] Re:[acid jazz] Koop Tour in North America (Los
Angeles)
> I was at the El Rey last night was well. I wish I could agree with
> Cynthia. More than one person said that Yukimi never would have made it
> past Simon on American Idol. That being said, the band was pretty
> great. Maybe she was nervous, maybe she's too young and inexperienced -
> all I know is, keep your expectations low, and if you can sing, give
> your card to Magnus.
>
> Jon
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Don Knox [mailto:donknox_at_pacbell.net]
> Sent: Friday, February 28, 2003 07:54 AM
> To: Suubi_at_aol.com; acid-jazz_at_ucsd.edu
> Subject: Re: [acid-jazz] Re:[acid jazz] Koop Tour in North America (Los
> Angeles)
>
> I see them tonight in SF at Bimbo's 365 Club...perfect venue for Koop.
> Thanks for sharing the positive review. After hearing some of the
> comments on the tour, I've been concerned they would be unable to
> reproduce their flawless studio sound. So, they played no new material?
>
> At least Yukimi will be there!
>
> Peace...
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Suubi_at_aol.com
> To: acid-jazz_at_ucsd.edu
> Sent: Friday, February 28, 2003 12:46 AM
> Subject: [acid-jazz] Re:[acid jazz] Koop Tour in North America (Los
> Angeles)
>
> Just in from Koop at the El Rey (Los Angeles). Very enjoyable show,
> albeit short. Definitely worth checking out if/when they come your way
> on tour. Generally love their sound and Yukimi's vocals, but I think
> having the live band made all the difference in the world. They pulled
> a great crowd, including a certain C.S.I. cast member, former Janet
> Jackson video star, who seems to frequent the El Rey (anyone know, does
> he live in the neighborhood?). In addition to the music, I must say, I
> most appreciate that I only had to walk three blocks from home to get
> there! Any other listees make it out? Anyone planning to check out
> the Stone's Throw show (Madlib, Peanut Butter Wolf) there on the 15th?
>
> Cynthia
>
> (Miracle Mile)
>
> p.s. They didn't wear those ridiculous DRESSES from the album cover.
>
>
> In a message dated 2/13/2003 3:20:42 PM Pacific Standard Time,
> bournik_at_svn.net writes:
>
>
>
>
> They haven't hit us yet - end of the month, starting 27 feb in LA. I'm
> just hoping they wear those ridiculous shirts they had on the album
> cover.
> -peter
>
> Mamoru Ogawa wrote:
>
>
> Hey,
>
> I was wondering if anybody saw koop on the west coast? I know Yukimi
> Nagano is part of the tour along with I believe seven musicians. Cant
> wait for them to come to Philly on March 7 at NXNW.
> Peace,
> Mamoru
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