In 1976, while roxy music had temporarily disbanded, 801 got together as a temporary project and began rehearsing at island studios, hammersmith, about three weeks before their first concert 801 performed three concerts. It was subsequently released by polydor records in north america cat. He was raised on various locations like cuba, hawaii and. I am not easily starstruck, but having been brought up on their music since early childhood, i will never forget the half hour or i spent with them, discussing the making of this album, mr mackays equally great in search of eddie riff, and their. Calling on favors from roxy members present and past, and those from the cambridgebritish art rock scene, manzanera assembled a supergroup for every song. This month we bring you diamond head, phil manzaneras first album outside of. View the comic strip for andy capp by cartoonist reg smythe created march 03, 2006 available on.
Original versions of miss shapiro written by phil manzanera, brian. Diamond head was roxy music guitarist phil manzaneras first solo album. If youre looking for something new to listen to, watch or play, look no further than the musicmagpie store. In 1976, while roxy music had temporarily disbanded, 801 got together as a temporary project and began rehearsing at island studios, hammersmith, about three weeks before their first concert.
This yielded his first solo album in diamond head with plenty of help from his roxy bandmates and his quiet sun cohorts, with the sole exception being bryan ferry, and the latter mainstream with quiet sun. Aug 18, 2019 the real jolt arrives with the extraordinary miss shapiro an oblique cutup lyric tribute to helen. Andy capp by reg smythe for march 03, 2006 gocomics. Get phil manzanera setlists view them, share them, discuss them with other phil manzanera fans for free on. Profile experimental rock band formed in 1976 after the temporary disbanding of roxy music by phil manzanera, brian eno, bill maccormick, francis monkman, simon phillips and lloyd watson. It was released in 1975, originally on island records in the uk and in the us on atco records. For your pleasure a songbysong analysis of the lyrics and music of roxy music and the solo work of bryan ferry, brian eno, andy mackay and phil manzanera in the 1970s. Best sellers todays deals new releases customer service gift ideas books gift. Phil manzanera diamond head and mainstream quiet sun expression guitarist phil manzaneras restless need to explore and experiment lies at the heart of roxy musics greatness. Ben shapiros most popular book is the right side of history. The versatile guitarist was already wellknown for his highly textured guitar work. Phil manzanera biography, albums, streaming links allmusic. Diamond head is phil manzanera s first solo album from 1975.
We sell over half a million new and used cds, dvds, blurays, games and vinyl, spanning all kinds of genres and consoles, with prices starting from just. This final well turned out 180gm plate hands the reins to theo parrish for a one sided treatment of the roxy music mans impossible guitar. Shapero rare books travel, natural history, literature. With phil manzanera and brian eno on board, the original 10track album is a musthave for fans of eno or roxy music. Phil manzaneras 1975 debut album diamond head attained instant classic status with its imaginative blend of art rock, latino, psychedelic, pop and ambient influences. Same thing goes for big day and the excellent miss shapiro which are. Brian eno teams up for the sunny big day and the nonsensical miss shapiro, both of which would not have been out of. In 1976, while guitarist phil manzaneras band roxy music was on hiatus. Books by ben shapiro author of the right side of history.
Buy 801, phil manzaneras album titled 801 live bonus tracks to enjoy in your home or car, or gift it to another music lover. The original album, as issued in 1976, has been available on cd for many years. Phil manzanera diamond head and mainstream quiet sun expression guitarist phil manzaneras restless need to explore and experiment lies at. The bands guitarist, phil manzanera, released his solo debut album in 1975, very much aware that bryan ferry ruled the roxy roost, but eager to experiment with varying styles in. Apr 07, 2011 when, in 1975, phil manzanera put together his debut solo lp diamond head, fans of roxy music already expected something special. Diamond head is the first studio album by the rock artist phil manzanera. His father was english and his mother was colombian. Phil manzanera is one of those artists who worked and yes, continues to work at a creative level, and with other artists that place his music beyond the scope and possibilities the pop circuit could have ever provided. He was raised on various locations like cuba, hawaii and venzuela. Manzaneras atmospheric echo guitar is at the core of the piece, with phillips contributing refined, offbeat, fluid percussion, and maccormick arguably the most appealing vocalist on the album providing equally exceptional bass work. The bands guitarist, phil manzanera, released his solo debut album in 1975, very much aware that bryan ferry ruled the roxy roost, but eager to experiment with varying styles in a way the group. In accordance with the directives of government and health authorities, we have temporarily suspended operations. Books by series coming soon new releases this months biggest new books. Singer bryan ferry had done a short solo tour in december 1974 which culminated with a show at the royal albert hall where he was backed by an.
For this release, the roxy music guitarist enlisted vocalists like john wetton asia, robert wyatt and his roxy band mate, brian eno. Releasing four 12s of phil manzanera remixes in the same week could be overkill, but dalston fashion boutique ln. Phil manzanera, 801 801 live collectors edition cd. His musical influences containing elements from both rock and latin music. For the record he enlisted the aid of a number of talented friends. Catchy number and underrated eno vocal part off of diamond head, first solo album done by the crafty guitarist of roxy music.
Brian eno cowrote and sang on two tracks big day and miss shapiro, paul thompson, eddie jobson and andy mackay all contributed, and roxys occasional tour bassist john wetton ex family, and then a member of king crimson played bass and duetted on vocals with doreen chanter on same time next week. Miss a dinner miss shapiro shampoos potpot pinkies pampered movement hampered like at christmas haha isnt life a circus round in circles like the archers always stiff and always starchy. The group performed three critically acclaimed concerts at norfolk, the. Phil manzanera s 1975 debut album diamond head attained instant classic status with its imaginative blend of art rock, latino, psychedelic, pop and ambient influences. While east of echo admittedly harkens to the bogus man from roxys for your pleasure album, it pales next to miss shapiro, a fine workout headed by a verymuchincontrolofhissenses eno. Specialising in rare books and works on paper from the heart of londons mayfair. Manzanera also played rhythm guitar on gilmours world tour to support the album in 2006 and appears in gilmours concert films remember that night and live in gdansk. Phil manzanera licensed to youtube by umg on behalf of virgin records ltd. How can i contact phil manzaneras management team or agent details. Diamond head is phil manzaneras first solo album from 1975. The song miss shapiro was written by phil manzanera and brian eno and was first released by phil manzanera in 1975. Phil manzanera, 801 801 manchester cd amoeba music. Reworked versions of three tracks from mainstream mummy was an asteroid, daddy was a small nonstick kitchen utensil, rongwrong, and the intro portion of sol caliente were performed by manzaneras 801 project during 1976 and featured on their acclaimed lp 801 live.
Broadway music corporation music publishing, cmrra, aresa, bmi broadcast music inc. Diamond head is a music studio album recording by phil manzanera prog. For your pleasure a songbysong analysis of the lyrics. Miss shapiro phil manzanera feat brian eno 1975 super man super cool jackie chalard 1975 frequency 7 visage 1979. Click here to buy 801 live by phil manzanera on cd and find more of your favourite rock music in rarus online music store.
The beauty of diamond head is although there are many voices on this album, it is very much orchestrated by manzanera, and he doesnt lose himself in the mix. Brian eno cowrote and sang on two tracks big day and miss shapiro, paul thompson. When, in 1975, phil manzanera put together his debut solo lp diamond head, fans of roxy music already expected something special. Nov 01, 2019 purchase diamond head by phil manzanera on cd online and enjoy having your favourite rock music delivered to you in south africa. Phil manzanera born philip geoffrey targettadams, 31 january 1951 is an english musician and record producer.
In 2006 manzanera coproduced david gilmours album on an island and played in gilmours band for tours in europe and north america. Phil manzanera diamond head cd album musicmagpie store. Maccormackmanzanera she said, ive got to get away be smart stay cool, hey dont be that way i got to get away you know i love you but i r. Maccormack manzanera she said, ive got to get away be smart stay cool, hey dont be that way i got to get away you know i love you but i r. Miss shapiro live from the queen elizabeth hall,united kingdom1976.
Are you looking to speak with a representative of phil manzanera. He was the lead guitarist with roxy music, 801, and quiet sun. Check out miss shapiro by phil manzanera on amazon music. There are classic pieces here, like the title cut, his work with eno, miss shapiro, big day, and the great opening song with robert wyatt frontera. I was lucky enough to meet phil manzanera and andy mackay as a teenager back in the 80s when i went to see their then new band the explorers. Buy phil manzaneras album titled diamond head to enjoy in your home or car. Released in may 1975 and recorded the previous december and january during a lull in his parent bands activities, it hit shops between roxys country life and siren albums. Stream adfree or purchase cds and mp3s now on amazon.
Phil manzaneras first postroxy foray into solo albums is a terrific allstar affair that still holds up enormously well. In 1975 roxy musics phenomenal guitarist phil manzanera. Miss shapiro you really got me third uncle lagrima bonus disc recorded at shepperton studios at rehearsals, august 23rd 1976. Phil manzanera concert setlists sign in to get statistics for your attended concerts. Diamond head is a music studio album recording by phil manzanera prog relatedprogressive rock released in 1975 on cd, lp vinyl andor cassette. Even the more spirited stuff clearly eschews the roxy sound. Complete song listing of phil manzanera on phil manzanera songs list covid19. There are classic pieces here, like the title cut, his work with eno, miss shapiro, big day, and.
Bass brian turringtondrums paul thompson 2guitar, organ, piano, bass, handclaps phil manzanerahandclaps bill. Mar 26, 2011 catchy number and underrated eno vocal part off of diamond head, first solo album done by the crafty guitarist of roxy music. Agent details, along with key contact information, can be found on the handbook, an online resource for accessing celebrity contact details. He wrote and presented a series of 14 onehour radio programmes for station planet rock. Phil manzanera s first postroxy foray into solo albums is a terrific allstar affair that still holds up enormously well. Irina shapiro has 35 books on goodreads with 37588 ratings. Buy 801, phil manzaneras album titled 801 live bonus tracks to enjoy in your home or. Phil manzanera was born on january 31, 1951 in london, england as philip targettadams. Thumbing through his address book, he called on such diverse musical.
Diamond head by phil manzanera 805772061422 cd barnes. This reissue is packaged in a digi pack with new photos and. It was originally released by island records in the uk cat. Phil manzanera official store, 801, robert wyatt, roxy music welcome to burning shed, you can log in or create an account shopping cart checkout my account. Phil manzanera biography philip geoffrey targettadams born january 31, 1951 london, uk phil manzanera is best known for being one of the all time members and guitar player of roxy music. The song is supplemented by the next cut, the quirky, instrumental nshift, featuring maccormicks. Cc have really chosen the artists to approach with diversity and skill in mind. Ben shapiro has 33 books on goodreads with 41675 ratings. Manzanera appears briefly playing a guitar solo in red dwarf series 6 episode psirens. Phil manzanera coproduced david gilmours album on an island.