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Lanois' Top 10
by WADE TATANGELO
Herald Staff Writer
Daniel Lanois has been hailed as the greatest producer of his generation. In addition to crafting four well-received solo albums (including the stellar "Sling Blade" soundtrack he single-handedly composed), Lanois has produced some of the most critically and commercially successful releases of the past two decades. Here's 10 highlights from the famed Lanois discography, listed in chronological order.
"On Land" by Brian Eno (1982)
The fourth installment in Eno's pioneering and highly influential "ambient" series.
"The Unforgettable Fire" by U2 (1984)
Eno and Lanois share the production reigns and begin their long, fruitful relationship with U2.
"So" by Peter Gabriel (1986)
Lanois is the sole producer on Gabriel's breakthrough No. 1 album that spawned a slew of singles including the infectious chart-topper "Sledgehammer."
"The Joshua Tree" by U2 (1987)
This U2 smash embraced by a broad swath of listeners solidified Lanois's status as music's new "it" producer.
"Yellow Moon" by Neville Brothers (1989)
On the heels of his first solo album, "Acadie," Lanois switches gears and helms this rhythmic and soulful masterpiece by the first family of New Orleans.
"Oh Mercy" by Bob Dylan (1989)
Bono recommended Lanois to pal Dylan and their collaboration yeiled the only great Dylan solo album of the decade. Ironically, the awesome single "Series of Dreams," which finally surfaced in 1991 on "The Bootleg Series Volume I-III," was axed by Dylan after Lanois regretfully said the song sounded a bit "U2-ish."
"Achtung Baby" by U2 (1991)
Another ground-breaking, multi-platinum gem by U2 guided by Eno and Lanois.
"Us" by Peter Gabriel (1992)
Although Gabriel's six year recording hiatus hurt the predicted sales figures for this one the reviews were strong and it still went platinum.
"Wrecking Ball" by Emmylou Harris (1995)
Country veteran taps Lanois to take her in a new direction and the album earns a Grammy for Best Contemporary Folk Album and Harris a new legion of non-commercial radio listeners.
"Time Out of Mind" by Bob Dylan (1997)
Lanois and Dylan re-team and the result is called Dylan's best work in 20 years, goes platinum and wins three Grammy awards including Album of the Year.
"Teatro" by Willie Nelson (1998)
Willie hires Lanois to record his darkest, hippest album since "Red Headed Stranger."
"All That You Can't Leave Behind" by U2 (2000)
U2 return to the production team of Eno and Lanois to record this monster "comeback" album.
For a complete discography log on to www.daniellanois.com.
If you go
What: Dave Matthews Band with Daniel Lanois
When: 7 p.m. Thursday
Where: Ford Amphitheatre, 4802 U.S. 301 N., Tampa.
Tickets: SOLD OUT
Information: (813) 740-2446 or www.fordamp.com
by WADE TATANGELO
Herald Staff Writer
Daniel Lanois has been hailed as the greatest producer of his generation. In addition to crafting four well-received solo albums (including the stellar "Sling Blade" soundtrack he single-handedly composed), Lanois has produced some of the most critically and commercially successful releases of the past two decades. Here's 10 highlights from the famed Lanois discography, listed in chronological order.
"On Land" by Brian Eno (1982)
The fourth installment in Eno's pioneering and highly influential "ambient" series.
"The Unforgettable Fire" by U2 (1984)
Eno and Lanois share the production reigns and begin their long, fruitful relationship with U2.
"So" by Peter Gabriel (1986)
Lanois is the sole producer on Gabriel's breakthrough No. 1 album that spawned a slew of singles including the infectious chart-topper "Sledgehammer."
"The Joshua Tree" by U2 (1987)
This U2 smash embraced by a broad swath of listeners solidified Lanois's status as music's new "it" producer.
"Yellow Moon" by Neville Brothers (1989)
On the heels of his first solo album, "Acadie," Lanois switches gears and helms this rhythmic and soulful masterpiece by the first family of New Orleans.
"Oh Mercy" by Bob Dylan (1989)
Bono recommended Lanois to pal Dylan and their collaboration yeiled the only great Dylan solo album of the decade. Ironically, the awesome single "Series of Dreams," which finally surfaced in 1991 on "The Bootleg Series Volume I-III," was axed by Dylan after Lanois regretfully said the song sounded a bit "U2-ish."
"Achtung Baby" by U2 (1991)
Another ground-breaking, multi-platinum gem by U2 guided by Eno and Lanois.
"Us" by Peter Gabriel (1992)
Although Gabriel's six year recording hiatus hurt the predicted sales figures for this one the reviews were strong and it still went platinum.
"Wrecking Ball" by Emmylou Harris (1995)
Country veteran taps Lanois to take her in a new direction and the album earns a Grammy for Best Contemporary Folk Album and Harris a new legion of non-commercial radio listeners.
"Time Out of Mind" by Bob Dylan (1997)
Lanois and Dylan re-team and the result is called Dylan's best work in 20 years, goes platinum and wins three Grammy awards including Album of the Year.
"Teatro" by Willie Nelson (1998)
Willie hires Lanois to record his darkest, hippest album since "Red Headed Stranger."
"All That You Can't Leave Behind" by U2 (2000)
U2 return to the production team of Eno and Lanois to record this monster "comeback" album.
For a complete discography log on to www.daniellanois.com.
If you go
What: Dave Matthews Band with Daniel Lanois
When: 7 p.m. Thursday
Where: Ford Amphitheatre, 4802 U.S. 301 N., Tampa.
Tickets: SOLD OUT
Information: (813) 740-2446 or www.fordamp.com
