Started early this year. All Canterbury, all the time.
I have a bit of a head start, but I have heard National Health s/t at least 7 times on repeat in my car. I think I dig it as much as "Of Queues" at this point. Of course Dave always gets the limelight, but major credit also has to go to Alan Gowen's sick-ass Moog solos, as well as Phil's playing. I can honestly say that Phil Miller is top 10 guitarist for me for the same reason that FZ is, which is a totally unique and brilliant rhythmic approach to playing the guitar. His solos are works of art. I love his slightly laid-back feel, as if he is almost behind the beat but he really isn't. To get a sense of just how good this guy is, I was imagining trying to transcribe his playing, especially the solo on "Elephants". It would take a lot of knowledge and skill to learn that beast. Just gorgeous stuff.
"Robert Wyatt '68" can also be considered one of the finest Canterbury albums - certainly top 30 or so.
Who's in? Do it! One of my favorite musical binges of the year, if not number one.
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