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Big Country - Seer Audio CD

A fair review of the Big Country "Seer" Audio CD. Please note that the below review is the views of the authors, and authors only. You can get a complete list of all Big Country reviews here, or go back to the Big Country tabs.

Big Country Band: Big Country
Title: Seer
Rating:
Release Date: 1996-04-01
Media: Audio CD

Tracks: 1: Look Away 2: Seer 3: Teacher 4: I Walk the Hill 5: Eiledon 6: One Great Thing 7: Hold the Heart 8: Remembrance Day 9: Red Fox 10: Sailor 11: Song of the South 12: Look Away [12" Mix] 13: One Great Thing [Disco Mix] 14: Giant

My Favorite BC album, easily in my top 5


This album is proof of that. If there was any justice in the world, Big Country would have been bigger then U2. Haunting melodies, beautiful guitars, nearly perfect.

My only complaint is that this pressing didn't split at least one of the songs in the right place. But that doesn't take away from the beauty of this record.

Every song is flawless except song of the south and giant, which aren't't too hot and the remixes, which are of the typical remix crap from the late 80's. The original song put in front of inane dance beats.

My favorites are Remembrance Day, Eiledon, and Red Fox.


Strong Third Release
I never particularly cared for The Teacher but I really enjoyed the rest of the record. This record has a much more pop flavor to it than The Crossing and Steeltown but it still has powerfull guitar work and lyrical integrity. The Seer is a particularly compelling song enhanced by Kate Bush on backing vocals. There are several songs that are stunning examples of the musical brilliance and passion of Stuart Adamson. The Seer is not as edgey as The Crossing but is also not as moody as Steeltown. Overall a very good album.


See-ing Five Stars
BC's music tends to be infectiously catchy and does an excellent job of conveying emotion while still having 80's pop sensibilities. I'm relatively new to BC's music, so here are some quick thoughts from a newer, younger fan. Think of only the best U2 songs and you're in the ballpark. This album seems more similar to their fantastic debut, 'The Crossing', than the sophomore effort, 'Steeltown'. Thus, fans of TC will likely enjoy this if you never got to hear it, or if you were a lil' disappointed in the gloomier aura of 'Steeltown'. Highly recommended for those who want 80's music with real heart and soul. The only complaint i can register with this album is that the bonus tracks aren't all that great- the two remixes aren't as good as the originals, which are already on this album. This CD can also be found cheaper than the $20 Amazon price (I've seen Tower Records carry it for $15).


The best album by the world's most under-rated band!
What I also find rather odd is that 'In A Big Country' is considered by many to be the best of their work. The fact that so many people consider Big Country to be a 'one hit wonder' is perhaps one of the biggest mysteries of the universe. All I have to say about anyone who thinks this is that 'In A Big Country' is likely the only song by Big Country that they have heard.

Now although I am in my mid-30's, it wasn't until the early 90s that a friend of mine introduced me to Big Country. And since then, it has been one of my perennial favorites. I would even go so far as to say that it is perhaps the most original music I have ever heard (and when it comes to music, originality is pretty non-existant). I currently own Steeltown, The Crossing, and The Seer. And although I am a big fan of all of these CDs, The Seer is a particular favorite of mine. Now I have to admit that when it comes to music, I often cannot really pinpoint what it is about a given song or album that appeals to me, this one just flat-out does the job. So go out and buy it. And see for yourself why I consider Big Country to be perhaps the most under-rated band of all time.


Hauntingly beautiful
By far my favorite song on it is "Eiledon" which brought tears to my eyes the first time I heard it. Big Country's third studio album is a must-have for every fan of good, down-to-earth, well-played guitar music. After all these years, and even though I did see them live twice after that, I am still not over the fact that they had to cancel their tour for this album (at least the German leg) because one of the members had fallen ill - but I still have the tour poster! All of these songs with their distinctive Big Country "bagpipe guitar" sound and their beautiful, evocative lyrics are still as good as they were then, and all of them will have you singing along, snapping your fingers, tapping your feet - you will not be able to sit still listening to it. Get it, it's wonderful - thank you, Stuart, you are sorely missed.


You can see a complete list of all Big Country discography, or go back to the Big Country tabs. There is also a good guide on how to read guitar tabs here.

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