Love — A House is Not a Motel
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Verse 1:
At my house I've got no shackles
You can come and look if you want to
In the halls you'll see the mantles
Where the light shines dim all around you
And the streets are paved with gold and if
Someone asks you, you can call my name
Verse 2:
You are just a thought that someone
Somewhere somehow feels you should be here
And it's so for real to touch
To smell, to feel, to know where you are here
And the streets are paved with gold and if
Someone asks you, you can call my name
You can call my name
I hear you calling my name yeah all right now
Verse 3:
By the time that I'm through singing
The bells from the schools of walls will be ringing
More confusions, blood transfusions
The news today will be the movies for tomorrow
And the water's turned to blood, and if
You don't think so
Go turn on your tub
And it it's mixed with mud
You'll see it turn to gray
And you can call my name
I hear you call my name
At my house I've got no shackles
You can come and look if you want to
In the halls you'll see the mantles
Where the light shines dim all around you
And the streets are paved with gold and if
Someone asks you, you can call my name
Verse 2:
You are just a thought that someone
Somewhere somehow feels you should be here
And it's so for real to touch
To smell, to feel, to know where you are here
And the streets are paved with gold and if
Someone asks you, you can call my name
You can call my name
I hear you calling my name yeah all right now
Verse 3:
By the time that I'm through singing
The bells from the schools of walls will be ringing
More confusions, blood transfusions
The news today will be the movies for tomorrow
And the water's turned to blood, and if
You don't think so
Go turn on your tub
And it it's mixed with mud
You'll see it turn to gray
And you can call my name
I hear you call my name
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Madness1954 wrote:
Do what I did and get it on CD. Never wears out (well, not so far!)
I've probably worn out several vinyl copies of Forever Changes over the years.
Do what I did and get it on CD. Never wears out (well, not so far!)
I've probably worn out several vinyl copies of Forever Changes over the years.
This has been my album of 2021 so far. In fairness I wasn't alive for the release but I feel alive every time I put it on.
capooti wrote:
Eight it is
average rating 6.5
this must be fixed, at least 8
this must be fixed, at least 8
Eight it is
average rating 6.5
this must be fixed, at least 8
this must be fixed, at least 8
Mereia wrote:
No doubt about it, a masterpiece which fully captures the freedom, anarchy, idealism, tension and rebellion of late 60s.
Probably one of the best albums ever released.
No doubt about it, a masterpiece which fully captures the freedom, anarchy, idealism, tension and rebellion of late 60s.
I just LOVE the way the strings and drums project the late '60s fiery protest vibe. So many bands utilized this, but this one's rock-solid!
captures the 60s sounds quite well
Probably one of the best albums ever released.
Amen, brother.
Propayne wrote:
Propayne wrote:
I love Love!
"Forever Changes" and Spirit's "Twelve Dreams of Dr. Sardonicus" were both way ahead of their time.
"Forever Changes" and Spirit's "Twelve Dreams of Dr. Sardonicus" were both way ahead of their time.
Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant.
Two 'Love' songs in one day. Interesting.
sunybuny wrote:
and eventually it did.. yaay! ;)
Oh please make it stop!!!
and eventually it did.. yaay! ;)
1967 was a bad year for this group.
Oh please make it stop!!!
WonderLizard wrote:
You don´t have to be a genius to play these two songs in a row, do you?
Calexico - Alone Again Or
Love - A House Is Not a Motel
Utterly brilliant segue.
Love - A House Is Not a Motel
Utterly brilliant segue.
You don´t have to be a genius to play these two songs in a row, do you?
Nice...
whoa cool song, really lovin the album art too
BrightonGuy wrote:
I'm surprised to hear Robin Williams said that, because it was also said (or quoted) by every mindless dickhead who ever commented on the sixties. It is meant to imply, obviously enough, that if you weren't so high on drugs that the whole decade has been wiped from your memory, you didn't really take part. Which is clearly b...s..., because if you remember the day Kennedy died, you were there..
Actually, Robin Williams did say that. It was one of his jokes. So how about stop being a douche.
I'm surprised to hear Robin Williams said that, because it was also said (or quoted) by every mindless dickhead who ever commented on the sixties. It is meant to imply, obviously enough, that if you weren't so high on drugs that the whole decade has been wiped from your memory, you didn't really take part. Which is clearly b...s..., because if you remember the day Kennedy died, you were there..
Actually, Robin Williams did say that. It was one of his jokes. So how about stop being a douche.
mrmagoo wrote:
I'm surprised to hear Robin Williams said that, because it was also said (or quoted) by every mindless dickhead who ever commented on the sixties. It is meant to imply, obviously enough, that if you weren't so high on drugs that the whole decade has been wiped from your memory, you didn't really take part. Which is clearly b...s..., because if you remember the day Kennedy died, you were there..
The previous song was Alone Again Or by Calexico and then the next one was by Love, A House is Not a Motel.
The planning that goes into your playlist is superb. There is nothing like Radio Paradise.
Thanks for the memories of an earlier, easy to get along time; Robin Williams says, if you remember the sixtes you weren't there, I remember what I can.
The planning that goes into your playlist is superb. There is nothing like Radio Paradise.
Thanks for the memories of an earlier, easy to get along time; Robin Williams says, if you remember the sixtes you weren't there, I remember what I can.
I'm surprised to hear Robin Williams said that, because it was also said (or quoted) by every mindless dickhead who ever commented on the sixties. It is meant to imply, obviously enough, that if you weren't so high on drugs that the whole decade has been wiped from your memory, you didn't really take part. Which is clearly b...s..., because if you remember the day Kennedy died, you were there..
Yes, a cool blast from the past; & reminder that RP is still the best place to go to be wired in to the good stuff days & lives are made of
The previous song was Alone Again Or by Calexico and then the next one was by Love, A House is Not a Motel.
The planning that goes into your playlist is superb. There is nothing like Radio Paradise.
Thanks for the memories of an earlier, easy to get along time; Robin Williams says, if you remember the sixtes you weren't there, I remember what I can.
The planning that goes into your playlist is superb. There is nothing like Radio Paradise.
Thanks for the memories of an earlier, easy to get along time; Robin Williams says, if you remember the sixtes you weren't there, I remember what I can.
... fab album, every track is good has to be G O D L I K ECalexico - Alone Again Or
Love - A House Is Not a Motel
Utterly brilliant segue.
Love - A House Is Not a Motel
Utterly brilliant segue.
Love may very well be one of the most underated, unappreciated, and influential bands of the 60's
Cannot remember the song, but its typical sound of back in the day...
"At my house I've got no shackles
You can come and look if you want to"
Um, NO THANKS! That's not a creepy line or anything.... Serial killer much?
You can come and look if you want to"
Um, NO THANKS! That's not a creepy line or anything.... Serial killer much?
spigolli wrote:
I hear it's overrated.
Whatever happened to stereo?
I hear it's overrated.
Whatever happened to stereo?
It takes me back.
Good tune, horrible vocals...
Dinges,_the_Dude wrote:
I don't know King Crimson, but I checked the playlist to see if they were The Moody Blues: first time I hear this song and it sounds nice, like The Moody Blues. Could it be that they share the same singer?
They did not share the same singer. While some of Love's tunes had this 'ethereal' sound to them, a lot of their material was much "harder" and their music was generally much more guitar-oriented than that of the Moody Blues.
I don't know King Crimson, but I checked the playlist to see if they were The Moody Blues: first time I hear this song and it sounds nice, like The Moody Blues. Could it be that they share the same singer?
They did not share the same singer. While some of Love's tunes had this 'ethereal' sound to them, a lot of their material was much "harder" and their music was generally much more guitar-oriented than that of the Moody Blues.
peter_james_bond wrote:
Nice description, I also hear the Moody Blues in their sound but the King Crimson reference really fits too. These guys were awesome!
I don't know King Crimson, but I checked the playlist to see if they were The Moody Blues: first time I hear this song and it sounds nice, like The Moody Blues. Could it be that they share the same singer?
Nice description, I also hear the Moody Blues in their sound but the King Crimson reference really fits too. These guys were awesome!
I don't know King Crimson, but I checked the playlist to see if they were The Moody Blues: first time I hear this song and it sounds nice, like The Moody Blues. Could it be that they share the same singer?
meh
horstman wrote:
peter_james_bond wrote:
Nice description, I also hear the Moody Blues in their sound but the King Crimson reference really fits too. These guys were awesome!
There is definitely that "1967 sound" to this, which Days of Future Past also had, but this came out about 2 years before King Crimson existed. The prior comparison does describe this song though. This was a great band and a great album.
I bought this album based on this radio station. The bass lines and drums made me think that there was a loose bearing in my car. Upon closer inspection (listening at home) I realized that my car is fine and that this group really jams!!! Kinda like Moody Blues meets early King Crimson.
peter_james_bond wrote:
Nice description, I also hear the Moody Blues in their sound but the King Crimson reference really fits too. These guys were awesome!
There is definitely that "1967 sound" to this, which Days of Future Past also had, but this came out about 2 years before King Crimson existed. The prior comparison does describe this song though. This was a great band and a great album.
I love Love!
"Forever Changes" and Spirit's "Twelve Dreams of Dr. Sardonicus" were both way ahead of their time.
"Forever Changes" and Spirit's "Twelve Dreams of Dr. Sardonicus" were both way ahead of their time.
Powerful, driving rock 'n roll!
kaybee wrote:
get the album. listen to it over and over. try to get past some of the dated aspects; it gets better and better.
Why have I never heard of this band before Radio Paradise?!!
get the album. listen to it over and over. try to get past some of the dated aspects; it gets better and better.
crockydile wrote:
Except that the guitar is out of tune...and the singer sucks...and the drums are lame.
Gyaahhhhh. Make it stop.
Except that the guitar is out of tune...and the singer sucks...and the drums are lame.
Gyaahhhhh. Make it stop.
Why have I never heard of this band before Radio Paradise?!!
mrcookieface wrote:
I just came in here to echo the sentiment that this is one of the most underrated bands of all time.
The entire record is an 8 + . 
hippiechick wrote:
Except that the guitar is out of tune...and the singer sucks...and the drums are lame.
This rawks!
Except that the guitar is out of tune...and the singer sucks...and the drums are lame.
One of my favorite all time bands...Great stuff!
horstman wrote:
Nice description, I also hear the Moody Blues in their sound but the King Crimson reference really fits too. These guys were awesome!
I bought this album based on this radio station. The bass lines and drums made me think that there was a loose bearing in my car. Upon closer inspection (listening at home) I realized that my car is fine and that this group really jams!!! Kinda like Moody Blues meets early King Crimson.
Nice description, I also hear the Moody Blues in their sound but the King Crimson reference really fits too. These guys were awesome!
This rawks!
Jungle_Jim wrote:
Good description.
This album has a flavor you can almost taste in your mouth - late 60s West Coast baroque psychedelic. Like a sunny afternoon smoking pot on the beach.
Good description.
This album has a flavor you can almost taste in your mouth - late 60s West Coast baroque psychedelic. Like a sunny afternoon smoking pot on the beach.
mrcookieface wrote:
Da Capo and Forever Changes are my faves.
Yes, the only real choices. But what choices!
Da Capo and Forever Changes are my faves.
Yes, the only real choices. But what choices!
Songs like this make me appreciate the genius of "This is Spinal Tap". 
This album and Da Capo are absolute hidden gems from that magic era....loosely called the psychedelic age.
The band mixed race and instruments that were cutting edge at the time and Arthur Lees voice was heaven. These guys out cooled cool. Pity Arthur went off the rails and his recent passing was a waste
As usual certain tracks bring back those special times. I dare RP to play Revelation from Da Capo sometime. Its a fantastic journey, often compared to a complete act of love play.
Just as then, only a few stations would ever include the band on their playlist.
The band mixed race and instruments that were cutting edge at the time and Arthur Lees voice was heaven. These guys out cooled cool. Pity Arthur went off the rails and his recent passing was a waste
As usual certain tracks bring back those special times. I dare RP to play Revelation from Da Capo sometime. Its a fantastic journey, often compared to a complete act of love play.
Just as then, only a few stations would ever include the band on their playlist.
A great band with a bizarre back story-Christians, bank robbers and gunslingers. Would make a great movie!
Be fun to hear some Bryan macLean on RP as well, but my attempted uploads seem to jinx the artist!
Be fun to hear some Bryan macLean on RP as well, but my attempted uploads seem to jinx the artist!
Yuck!!! Offensive to my ears
When I turn on my tub and call your name I will not be thinking the same . . . HEY! La La La and Rhyme is what I sing when I find the time . . . HEY! Tra La, Tra La, listen to me and find some glee . . . HEY!
TY for reminding me what a beautiful CD this is! 
No. No likee. NO! Crap in 1967= crap 2008. Sorry.
mrcookieface wrote:
Da Capo and Forever Changes are my faves.
Unfortunately, those are about the only ones that are listenable all the way through. But "Forever Changes" is really really special.
2-> 1
I'm diggin it! Thanks for the introduction.
shayde wrote:
I'm hearing echoes of the lead singer from Strawberry Alarmclock. Am i just totally off base here?
I can see how you might get that, but I think they are two different guys.
spaceman wrote:
Any hints on which albums to look into?
Da Capo and Forever Changes are my faves.
mrcookieface wrote:
I just came in here to echo the sentiment that this is one of the most underrated bands of all time.
Any hints on which albums to look into?
I'm hearing echoes of the lead singer from Strawberry Alarmclock. Am i just totally off base here?
I just came in here to echo the sentiment that this is one of the most underrated bands of all time.
Four greatest rock bands that never sold any records in their time.
Velvet Underground
Love
Television
Big Star
If you are reading this and don't have at least one album by each you don't know what you are missing.
Great album and ahead of its time lyrically in the same way that Velvet Underground albums were: painting the 60s as less than utopian.
Love's powerful emotional delivery, lyrically and musically, engages a deep felt sense of the soul. Always an awesome addition to the RP playlist.
Buried alive by Love....3 
"Love-A house is Not a Motel" OK then. Right on
love stinks
I bought this album based on this radio station. The bass lines and drums made me think that there was a loose bearing in my car. Upon closer inspection (listening at home) I realized that my car is fine and that this group really jams!!!
Kinda like Moody Blues meets early King Crimson.
jagdriver wrote:Most of the time.
the ending would never make it past the resident music police (wife).
I got one of those too! She does like it here at Paradise. jeffking wrote:
Good story there Bill about your younger years with your great aunt and uncle in Ontario, California. Yep, in '68 I was just discovering the FM wavelengths. Great memories of those days gone by.
have to agree with Kurt. This group never received enough recognition.
Whoa! My original post is gone! It was so old it rotted away!
Good story there Bill about your younger years with your great aunt and uncle in Ontario, California. Yep, in '68 I was just discovering the FM wavelengths. Great memories of those days gone by.
oodles of noodles...
jeffking wrote:
have to agree with Kurt. This group never received enough recognition.
10-4. Alone Again Or is simply stirring every time I hear it; very surprising production quality for something of that time (read '66 or so).
I love Love. Probably one of the most under-noted rock bands ever.
Nice to hear something rare and unusual like this even if it is old.
Saw Love in London last night and they were transcendent. Musically and lyrically House is not a Hotel is an icon in the rock canon, a reason that Forever Changes remains among the top 50 albums in most professional album lists. As for being off key it would be hard to fathom Mick Jagger, Rod Stewart and many of the rock icons ever hitting a note except by accident. It's known as rock.
I agree with catsoup, with one exception. Outta key singing is outta key singing. A bit hard on the ears.
I dig the psychedelic bit, but why does he always sing sharp on "keep calling my naaaaaame!"? That hurts. Funny story about "7&7 Is". I always wondered about that title. The odd thing is I've never heard "Number 14". Do they say "14" in that song? Boom bip bip yeah!
Sorry to rain on the parade, but what an unintelligible squawking. Gets a 2 instead of 1 only because it kind of reminds me of \"Heart Full Of Soul\".
have to agree with Kurt. This group never received enough recognition.
I just LOVE the way the strings and drums project the late '60s fiery protest vibe. So many bands utilized this, but this one's rock-solid!
Very well stated! I Agree!