From: RustWillNeverSleep@webtv.net   
      
   Not to beat a dead horse, but here are my thoughts on the new SMiLE.   
   First of all, I know that they couldn't use the vocal tracks of the   
   original sessions, because Mike Love wouldn't have probably ever have   
   allowed it, but I wish they would've used the same backing tracks,   
   because I think a lot of the instrumental sections are really lacking.   
   For instance, even though I'm glad they incorporated the Cantina   
   section, am I the only one who feels the original version of "Heroes and   
   Villains" had more energy?  Also, some of the new lyrics are kind of   
   iffy, like the lyrics to "Barnyard" for instance.  Where is that cool   
   fuzz bass outro to "Cabinesscence?"  There are some cool moments,   
   though.  I like the verses to "Roll Plymouth Rock," and I like all the   
   children's songs.  "In Blue Hawaii" and "On A Holiday" are also cool   
   additions.  Sure, Brian's voice isn't even in the same ballpark as it   
   used to be, but my main complaint is in the music.  Sure, it's the same   
   idea, but the execution isn't as strong as it was before.  Not to nit   
   pick, but I am a huge Beach Boys fan, and before I can accept this as   
   the greatest album of all time, I need to acknowledge its flaws as well.   
      
   Also, off topic, what does everyone think of Gettin' In Over My Head?   
   It's sub-par in my opinion, just like every other non SMiLE Brian Wilson   
   solo album.   
      
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