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Laura Fletcher's avatar

It was amazing to hear the recording by Larry Beckett live. I'm so glad that others now have the chance to experience it.

Your descriptions of 'Howl' and the recording make me want to listen again - and I will!

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Simon Warner's avatar

Thank you, Laura, for that positive response.

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Broo's avatar

Yay! & don't forget Patti Smith's "Spell" which includes some of the text of Howl as well...(!)

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Simon Warner's avatar

Good point – on her 1997 album Peace and Noise...

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Dean McClain's avatar

Thank you Simon for this most excellent essay! The importance of Howl can hardly be overstated.

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Simon Warner's avatar

Thank you, Dean, for those kind words.

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Paul Walmsley's avatar

Thank you, Simon. Exquisite piece once again.

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Simon Warner's avatar

Thank you, Paul.

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