... His name seems to have been all over the musical press since the release of Chronicles of A Bohemian Teenager and from the first listen it isn’t exactly hard to see why he is garnishing such a reputation. In truth since the release of the album back in September 2006, he should really have ... Read review
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Advantages: A decent debut album that mixes Folk and rock superbly Disadvantages: He still hasn't got the radio play he deserves
...press since the release of Chronicles of A Bohemian Teenager and from the first listen it isn’t exactly hard to see why he is garnishing such a reputation. In truth since the release of the album back in September 2006, he should really have gotten more radio play.
With a wide range of influences from the likes of Lemon Jelly and Blur to At The Drive In, Duckworth draws his influences from a wide range of genres. With the debut album ... ...be on the verge of is quite an achievement. Having taken his bands name from a Computer game magazine it adds to the mystery around the band and with such an unusual name, ensures he will be an artist you won’t forget in a hurry.
A range of influences that diverse and with a list of favourite bands that include Green Day and Athlete it was a safe bet that GCWCF were going to be a band I’d like. I personally came across them during ... more
It seems almost criminal that Sam Duckworth, aka Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly, seems to have passed so many people by. The singer songwriter from Southend is an incredible talent and this, his debut album, only serves to further that boast. His name seems to have been all over the musical press since the release of Chronicles of A Bohemian Teenager and from the first listen it isn’t exactly hard to see why he is garnishing such a reputation. In truth since the release of the album back in September 2006, he should really have gotten more radio play.
With a wide range of influences from the likes of Lemon Jelly and Blur to At The Drive In, Duckworth draws his influences from a wide range of genres. With the debut album recorded in his Southend bedroom the success he seems to be on the verge of is quite an achievement. Having taken his bands name from a Computer game magazine it adds to the mystery around the band and with such an unusual name, ensures he will be an artist you won’t forget in a hurry.
A range of influences that diverse and with a list of favourite bands that include Green Day and Athlete it was a safe bet that GCWCF were going to be a band I’d like. I personally came across them during Reading festival last year and since then I became a big fan of Duckworth. His own unique blend of Indie Folk Rock really seems to appeal to me and in particular it’s the fusion of slow mellow tracks with decent beats and quicker paced tracks. There is something about the album that makes it seem far more appealing than fellow singer songwriters like James Blunt.
From a musical standpoint this is a simply breathtaking album. He gets the balance of upbeat numbers and nice mellow, meandering tracks just right. Duckworth himself leads all the tracks on the album with the acoustic guitar and called in the help of a few session musicians to help him with drumbeats, Violins and cello’s. The album has a real variety of instruments on it and this also merges together well to create quite a unique sound for GCWCF. It all forges together and creates a relaxed feel to the album, whether it be on the more mellow tracks or those with a faster pace.
I feel though that Duckworth deserves the most praise however for his vocal range and the quality of his lyrics. While the musical element to GCWCF is spot on the album would have lost a lot of its appeal had it not been for Duckworth’s vocal range. He emotes a number of harmonies that really bring his songs to life and his vocals never sound stretched, in fact on certain tracks the vocals are pretty soothing and relaxing. The lyrics also portray a sense of confidence from Duckworth and you can tell from the feeling on each track that it really means something to him and his music is a good way for him to express his feelings.
It wasn’t love at first listen for the whole album, there were a couple of tracks that took there time to really grow on me. They have however all really grown on me now and GCWCF’s album will no doubt get a lot of time on my stereo, especially on a sunny day. The main appeal of Duckworth’s music is the easy going feel to the album and this is particularly evident on the upbeat “Call Me Ishmael”. The pace of the track is quite quick and really makes the song pass quickly, but when ever I listen to it I always find myself drifting off a little and starting to daydream.
My own favourite track on the album would have to be “Chronicles of A Bohemian Teenager Part 1”. It sounds slightly different to the rest of the album. Duckworth’s lyrics take on a different approach but the upbeat pace and gentle vocals are the perfect way to finish the album. With a lot of singer songwriters I do find a few of the tracks on their albums to be simply there to fill the 10 or 12 tracks. This debut album from Duckworth seems to offer a little more than that. The quality is there to see from the first track and with his easy listening approach makes the debut album from Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly to be compulsive listening.
Overall if I was asked to recommend this album would I? After all there is quite a wealth of singer songwriters about at the moment. My answer though would be a resounding Yes. In my opinion Duckworth offers something that artists such as James Blunt and Morrison don’t. His music sounds quite mellow and relaxed, but the blend of more up tempo tracks creates Duckworth a sound of his own. If you like Folk music, Indie and even Pop music there is a good chance that this will appeal to you as well. My last word on this album would be to watch out for Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly as I think there are really big things to come from Duckworth in the future.
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...lyrical content of track 3, Chronicles Of A Bohemian Teenager Part two is perhaps my favourite on the entire album. It is one of the most heart breaking songs that you may ever hear and I consider it one of the strongest tracks on the entire album.
I Spy is probably the most well known track on the album except for the closing track Chronicles Of A Bohemian Teenager Part One. Both of these tracks are full of melodic beats and soulful lyrics that ... ...Very High Praise Indeed! "And this song is more, than the self indulgant rantings, closure for the times that have let you down, you know I need you around" is one of my favourite songs on the entire album and can be found in its closing track, it really is a touching song despite the memories it brings back to me of the happiness and times spent singing it with my friends!
Lighthouse Keeper , War Of The Worlds and Get Cape Wear Cape Fly are the ...
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Advantages: Easy to listen to, thought provoking lyrics Disadvantages: Some may find that certain songs sound similar
...Cape. Fly.'s debut album, ''The Chronicles of a Bohemian Teenager'' made it to #26 in the UK charts. The album, recorded mostly in his bedroom, is a blend of folk, acoustic, and videogame inspired sounds, played under thought provoking lyrics about life, eduacation, work and issues in the world today, including poverty and the problems that corperate buisnesses cause. He sing's about making life worth living, and not living for someone else, but ... ..."An Oak Tree"
3. "The Chronicles of a Bohemian Teenager (Part Two)"
4. "I-Spy''
5. "Lighthouse Keeper"
6. "War of the Worlds"
7. "Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly"
8. "Glass Houses"
9. "Whitewash Is Brainwash"
10. "Call Me Ishmael"
11. "If I Had a Pound For Every Stale Song Title I'd Be 30 Short Of Getting Out Of This Mess" 12. "The Chronicles of a Bohemian Teenager (Part One)''
I recomend this album to anyone who's after something different. I ...
mrten_8 04.01.2007
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Advantages: Some excellent acoustic music intelligently written and crafted. Disadvantages: The production is not always as fine as it possibly could be.
...really. Released in 2006, 'The Chronicles Of A Bohemian Teenager' is his début album and consists of twelve excellent tracks. Many times I have listened to this album, it is not the best in the world but a good one nonetheless.
For me this album is containing of some obvious highlights. The tracks 'I-Spy', 'Whitewash Is Brainwash', and 'The Chronicles Of A Bohemian Teenager (Part Two)' for instance have a distinctly long lasting impact on me and ... ...the sorts of tracks that I can never quite dislodge from my mind, no matter how much I'd like to at times. The music is laid back acoustic Indie with elements of folk rock, it is greatly effective in its approach and is music that you can really relax to. 'Whitewash Is Brainwash' is a particular favourite of mine, of the three named it is most definitely my favourite and is in fact my favourite Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly track to date. With a new album ...
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...and mainstream friendly melody, 'The Chronicles Of A Bohemian Teenager' is the kind of album that leaves the competition in its wake. When you've got tracks like 'I Spy' there's no need to pretend your good, the song speaks for itself with its mellow guitar and soulful lyrics, 'War Of The Worlds' is the other epic song on this album with its simple but elegant rytham. The songs arent just heart wrenching or tear jerking, they are purely inspirational.
... ...dissappointed. 'Whitewash Is Brainwash' and 'Call Me Ishmael' hardly need an introduction, They make the album what it is rather than being the songs that would fill up any mediocore bands album. 'The Chronicles Of A Bohemian Teenager' is fast becoming the Billy Bragg of this millenium. ...
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Advantages: Easy Listening, Great Lyrics, Up-beat Disadvantages: None
...Of The Worlds
12. The Chronicles Of A Bohemian Teenager (Part Two)
Fantastic lyrics in both these songs, and track 12 really gets you up and dancing & reminising about old times with your friends (well it did for me).
The album cover notes are very well constructed with various cut outs being used to display the lyrics.
You should definately invest in this great piece of work & one of the best albums of 2006. ...
gardnax 09.04.2007 (13.04.2007)
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Title
Chronicles Of A Bohemian Teenager, The
Performer
Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly
Genre
Rock & Pop
Sub Genre
Alternative
Release Date
18/09/2006
Recomended Retail Price
12.99 GBP
Label / Distributor
Atlantic / Cinram Logistics
Producer
Get Cape Wear Cape Fly; Adam Menczk
Pieces in Set
1
Studio / Live
Studio
Format
Performer
EAN
5051011590528
Catalogue Number
5101159052
Additional notes
Album Notes
The eagerly anticipated full length debut from Southend's premier folktronica singer-songwriter. Get Cape Wear Cape Fly aka Sam Duckworth combines multi-layered guitar motifs with electronic beats and close vocal harmonies in a similar vein to The Postal Service. Recorded in his bedroom studio in his home town, 'The Chronicles Of A Bohemian Teenager' is a thoroughly engaging and refreshingly innovative debut album. Includes the singles 'Call Me Ishmael' and 'War Of The Worlds'.
Titles on disc 1
1.
Once More With Feeling
2.
Oak Tree
3.
Chronicles Of A Bohemian Teenager (part 2)
4.
I Spy
5.
Lighthouse Keeper
6.
War Of The Worlds
7.
Get Cape Wear Cape Fly
8.
Glass Houses
9.
Whitewash Is Brainwash
10.
Call Me Ishmael
11.
If I Had A Pound For Every Stale Song Title I'd Be 30 Short
12.
Chronicles Of A Bohemian Teenager (part 1)
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