regions of light and sound of god

[Misti]

Just listened to it for the first time, pretty surprised, pleasantly surprised, absolutely love it.  As some have written, I kinda thought it might be a whole bunch of Golden and Burmuda Highway, Jim acoustic, which is by no means a bad thing, but is something he's already done with the band.  This is pretty out there, but no so far out there as to be inaccessible.  Aspects have been explored with the band I think (TMIGTS, TDIC), and it's certainly derived from things being done by others, but I think it's a move forward/diverging from the rock/folk/soul sound of MMJ.  Which I am sure none of us want to stop or be too altered within the confines of the band.

Too me it's almost describable as maybe electronic/soul, which is not something that hasn't been done, but also isn't a genre combination that has been fully explored.  I am searching my mind for comparisons and having a difficult time thinking of them right now, though I suspect they will come over time.  I almost heard a little Massive Attack, and maybe a little Lucky Soul (albeit w/ a male singer).  I am sure I will think of more later, probably more closely related and appropriate comparisons, but regardless, I am excited.

Of course who knows how closely the actual album will hew to this song release, but if this is an indication, I can't wait to February.  I am a fan of electronic music, and jazz, and soul, and experimentation in general, so this song bodes well for me.  I can see how some might not be enthused, but it's nice to see an artist who you already enjoy, branch out into other areas that you already enjoy.  It's a double bonus.

Thanks for remembering Erik. It means a lot to me. You know, when the album was "officially" released, I had a really hard time. I just know how excited he would have been to talk more about it with me and everyone here. Miss him so much. :'( RIP, my love. Music will never be the same without you listening with me..

[Misti]

And kudos, Brian, for bringing Erik back into the conversation.  I miss him.

He's writing about just one song, "Know Til Know" is my guess.  Such a thoughful analysis, positive vibe.  I wonder if he ever heard the whole album, though it would have to have been the leak.  I've got to put the kids to bed, but I'll spin RoL&SoG into headphones for Erik to hear...

Thank you for keeping Erik in your heart. Words can't really express how much I miss him and it seems to get harder every day. The pain in my heart is second only to the emptiness in my soul without him here..

I have a message from MamaKel. She has been kind enough to work on a memorial painting/poster for Erik. Just a few days before he passed away, we were fortunate enough to be at the PC shows (Erik all three, me one). So, this painting will really have special meaning to me. I'm attaching her message and a preliminary pic of the work. Does anyone know anything about copywriting? We don't want to cross any legal boundaries with the addition of a quote. For example, adding: "You'll be right here forever, we'll go through this thing together/ And on Heaven's golden shore we'll lay our heads". If anyone has any insight about this, please let us know. I have sincere gratitude for all the support and love I've received from so many of you over the last 2 months. And again, the message from Jim James expressing his condolences still shines light on my very dark days.

Peace, love and music,
Misti (exist10z's wife)

From MamaKel:
Hey Misti,
I just wanted you to know that I am two days in to the memorial painting for Erik.  It's coming along well, and should be done in about a week.  I have found a printer that I am going to use to turn them into posters, and they should be ready by Jim's next set of shows, so hopefully I can send some to you, and some to the fine folks on the forum to sell.  I will update you when I know more about copyrighting, etc...but if someone on The Forum knows if I'd be allowed to use a quote on the painting, that would really help me out!!!  Please give everyone my best, and I will talk to you soon, mama.

One Love Many Blessings,
Mama Kel

[manonthemoon]

This Dear One.   Also nice.

http://youtu.be/-8f-wRWvyzA

Awesome, by far my favorite jam off of the album, can't wait to hear it live!!!

[Fully]

This Dear One.   Also nice.

http://youtu.be/-8f-wRWvyzA

Awesome, by far my favorite jam off of the album, can't wait to hear it live!!!

The lip saxing kills me!

[BH]

This Dear One.   Also nice.

http://youtu.be/-8f-wRWvyzA

Awesome, by far my favorite jam off of the album, can't wait to hear it live!!!

The lip saxing kills me!

Lip saxing!   Nice!   

[sweatboard]

And kudos, Brian, for bringing Erik back into the conversation.  I miss him.

He's writing about just one song, "Know Til Know" is my guess.  Such a thoughful analysis, positive vibe.  I wonder if he ever heard the whole album, though it would have to have been the leak.  I've got to put the kids to bed, but I'll spin RoL&SoG into headphones for Erik to hear...

Thank you for keeping Erik in your heart. Words can't really express how much I miss him and it seems to get harder every day. The pain in my heart is second only to the emptiness in my soul without him here..

I have a message from MamaKel. She has been kind enough to work on a memorial painting/poster for Erik. Just a few days before he passed away, we were fortunate enough to be at the PC shows (Erik all three, me one). So, this painting will really have special meaning to me. I'm attaching her message and a preliminary pic of the work. Does anyone know anything about copywriting? We don't want to cross any legal boundaries with the addition of a quote. For example, adding: "You'll be right here forever, we'll go through this thing together/ And on Heaven's golden shore we'll lay our heads". If anyone has any insight about this, please let us know. I have sincere gratitude for all the support and love I've received from so many of you over the last 2 months. And again, the message from Jim James expressing his condolences still shines light on my very dark days.

Peace, love and music,
Misti (exist10z's wife)

From MamaKel:
Hey Misti,
I just wanted you to know that I am two days in to the memorial painting for Erik.  It's coming along well, and should be done in about a week.  I have found a printer that I am going to use to turn them into posters, and they should be ready by Jim's next set of shows, so hopefully I can send some to you, and some to the fine folks on the forum to sell.  I will update you when I know more about copyrighting, etc...but if someone on The Forum knows if I'd be allowed to use a quote on the painting, that would really help me out!!!  Please give everyone my best, and I will talk to you soon, mama.

One Love Many Blessings,
Mama Kel

I'm a big fan of this post!  It looks amazing, I love the owls eyes

[Dillsnufus]

http://www.baeblemusic.com/concert-video/Hype-Hotel/Jim-James.html

All is Forgiven from Hype Hotel 

[MOWJO8185]

I hope everyone has seen this...

http://www.rdio.com/artist/Jim_James/album/Sleep_No_More_Live_at_the_McKittrick_Hotel_%28Rdio_Exclusive%29/

Available for download. I wish that the encore was included, but at least we get all the solo album songs live. On New Life right now, sounds GREAT so far.

[Dillsnufus]

I hope everyone has seen this...

http://www.rdio.com/artist/Jim_James/album/Sleep_No_More_Live_at_the_McKittrick_Hotel_%28Rdio_Exclusive%29/

Available for download. I wish that the encore was included, but at least we get all the solo album songs live. On New Life right now, sounds GREAT so far.

I'd pay good money to have this on vinyl. DEAR ONE IS SIIIIICK

[Mahgeetah34]

Is this free to download or do you actually have to pay for it?

[johnnYYac]

Is this free to download or do you actually have to pay for it?

$8.91

[searchinbig]

Definitely worth the money.  I'm really enjoying this show. Just love how they take these songs to another level. This was the beginning of the tour also. I can only imagine how much greater the upcoming shows will be.

Glad to have some ROL and SOG live to listen to!!

Hey, does anyone know the other members of the band and their names? Excellent musicians really.

[BH]

I downloaded the app, and I am able to stream it, but I can't figure out how to download.   Where do I download?

[Fully]

I downloaded the app, and I am able to stream it, but I can't figure out how to download.   Where do I download?

I'm not sure about the app, but if you get on your computer and go to rdio.com, sign in and go to the McKittrick playlist. There is a button there that says purchase mp3 or something similar to it. I can't access it at work, so I'm just going from memory. Hope it helps you.

[johnnYYac]

I downloaded the app, and I am able to stream it, but I can't figure out how to download.   Where do I download?

I'm not sure about the app, but if you get on your computer and go to rdio.com, sign in and go to the McKittrick playlist. There is a button there that says purchase mp3 or something similar to it. I can't access it at work, so I'm just going from memory. Hope it helps you.

Its not intuitive, but you need the app to download the files.  I purchased the album but didn't download the app at first and finally figured it out. 

Definitely worth the money.  I'm really enjoying this show. Just love how they take these songs to another level. This was the beginning of the tour also. I can only imagine how much greater the upcoming shows will be.

Glad to have some ROL and SOG live to listen to!!

Hey, does anyone know the other members of the band and their names? Excellent musicians really.

Kevin Ratterman - percussion, keys, samples
David Givan - drums
Alana Rocklin - bass
Dan Dorf - keyboards

[johnnYYac]

http://hollywoodjournal.com/industry-impressions/the-reverend-jim-james-sermon-regions-of-light-and-sound-of-god/20130405/

[EverythingChanges]

God's Love to Deliver on the Sleep No More release is  .

[justbcuzido]

God's Love to Deliver on the Sleep No More release is  .

I second this.. My favorite though is Of The Mother Again and the extended jam on it. I just love that song regardless, but after seeing his solo show twice now, it truly does breath.

[darkglow]

after about the 3rd or 4th time hearing "of the mother again" i made the connection to the guitar riff that starts in at 2 minutes 10 sec with the dr. dog song "fat dog" since i read it in the liner notes.. also i thought it sounded a lot like the hanz zimmer theme to the tom cruise nascar racing movie "days of thunder" and i can't get that connection out of my head.. i know they don't sound the same to but me they sound "similar"
Philharmonic Orchestra - Days of Thunder - Main Title (Film music of Hans Zimmer)

[HardNightConformist]

Regions Of Light And Sound Of God is one my favourite albums of all-time. I think it's fantastic.