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"Weird Al" has definitely topped himself on his latest album,
"Bad Hair Day." As always, his parodies are very clever, but the originals are
really outstanding on this album. The instrumentals are great, and the *POLKA* is
excellent. (Everyone needs to hear Beck's Loser in polka format.) I especially enjoy Al's
first a cappella song, 'Since You've Been Gone' which, besides being very funny, is a
great song musically as well. The album is hilarious and completely worth buying!
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Reviewed by Eric S. Donaldson Email: hrnf@grove.iup.edu
Ohh, Crossroads is definitely ALL THAT and a bag of chips too. The bass
is tight, (if you rollin in a car with a system that jams!) Bone has really outdone
themselves this time!
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Reviewed by Aneesha
I've spent the last two days listening to "Emancipation." I missed Oprah, but that's another story. While I'm not quite ready to place this album above "Sign O' The Times," as O(+>'s greatest album ever, I will say that this album is a landmark, without a doubt. I've always considered myself to be a die hard fan of The Artist. "Purple Rain" was the soundtrack of my adolescence. At one time or another, I've owned every album he's ever produced. But I'd be lying if I said that I was truly impressed by everything he's ever done. There seem to be two types of Prince fans, fans who swear by anything with his name or symbol on it, and fans who think a song is only good if its played on the radio every half hour. Then there are fans like myself. As much as I enjoy listening to "When D!
I have to say it is pretty good .I do think she could've done better
.One problem is the lyrics .Why would anyone say "well isn't this nice" while
they're about to die ? More like "and as the plane crashed down he said
'Ahhhhhhhhhhh!' .And then there's the chorus .She sounds like she's destroying everything
and everyone .We probably only like her because of her mental breakdowns .
Rating: At least the cover looks good...
Reviewed by steve munoz Email: 72153,335 @ compuserve .com
Usually, i go by the saying "if you don't have anything good to
say, don't say it at all." However, i'm feeling right now that i must speak out . i
think alanis has a great potential. she has a beautiful voice. could have . i think if she
stopped tensing her voice and let herself relax a bit, she would be much easier to listen
to . sometimes i think alanis is hyperventialting (sp.) but alanis is who she is, and
yeeha. i think alot of people would probably like these songs. for 'mainstream', she's
pretty outspoken . i don't like her 'theatre' line. i kind of took it as an excuse to let
us know she has actually had sex. sure she's bad. so is michael jackson. it's a nice break
for easy listeners to hear about 'the wild side'.but don't get too wild alanis. i find her
!songs repetitive and there's something else about them i don't like. "ironic"
makes it seem like she's just found out what ironic means. probably with the help of
'reality bites' . hey! let's write a list of things that are, 'ironic'. i just think,
what's your point alanis? same thing with 'hand in my pocket' . it's another song that
just lists 'what she is'. even she looks pretty bored in the video clip. the language of
advertising is also well known for it's use of repetition to drill something into the
heads of their audience. is anyone turning on a light switch here? i feel mean now. but it
had to be said. like i said, alanis does have great potential. but we all know, some of us
too well, potential is a burden if that's all it ever is.
Rating: Wanna buy over from me or not?
Reviewed by sophie Email: anasazi@iprolink.co.nz
alanis is gorgeous, she is a fox she can sing,write,act,play the
harmonica,play the guitar,and give us guys a hell of a turn on.she is an extremly talented
musican and he is very honest in her writing. this album lives in my cd player and i think
it is the best album ever made.i love you alanis !!!
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Reviewed by jake costner
"...Somehow makes the crossover between pop and R&B...strays
from sexual innuendos and soul-drenched bump-and-grind stuff...Jennifer's got a great
voice, and she learns how to shape it up to the flavor of the song...not a bad singer, not
a bad actress, and not a bad album..." ROBYN'S RATING: 3 MICS--GOOD, WORTH CHECKING
OUT
Rating: Even my old granny enjoys it...
Reviewed by Robyn Barnette
Brilliant, brilliant album. Some may criticize this album because it's
so different from what the band has done before, and others because it is hardly
"radio-friendly". But repeated listens shows a masterpiece, with probably XTC's
best work since English Settlement. Go buy this album now!
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Reviewed by Joshua Hall-Bachner Email: particle@servtech.com
Unknown to most Americans, Blur is by far one of the most interesting
bands I've ever heard. On "The Great Escape", No particular song sounds the
same. Of the fifteen songs, only one or two aren't very good. The rest are very good, and
have some very interesting sounds. I give this one a 9.3 on a scale 10.
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Josh Matthews Email: smatthew@netusa1.net
IF you love cheesy rip offs of the Beatles you'll love this album. I
THINK it sucked so I sold it to some wanker for $10. Nothing worse than whiny spoiled
Brits.
Rating: Worse than a piece of shit!
Reviewed by DaVe
It's still stuck in my head! Great song.
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Judy Hsueh
It' s good if you like the Jimmy Hendrix/ James Brown type music. He
depicts sounds and techniques from the sixties and seventies, but modernizes them. The
product is a funky, psychadelic, rock-type album with lots of soul. For this album I give
Lenny and his crew two snaps up, and a pat on the back.
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by hillary Email: 97wilhil@james.hawken.edu
A TREMENDOUS new Christmas album performed by the producer and members
of the Tampa hard rock band, Savatage. It features various styles of music, from heavy
rocking keyboards and guitar to mellow and traditional acoustic guitar and piano. Many
traditional Christmas carols are played, and the band uses seven different Broadway
performers to sign the poignant tale of the true meaning of Christmas. This album is
awe-inspiring and certainly should rank among the best Christmas albums ever. There is
something for everyone on this album...buy it!!!!
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Reviewed by Drew Blanton Email: mtn king@aol.com
I hate every single song on this album. Sorry if this is offensive to
some of you, but I am tired of the songs hogging the radio airplay. I have heard them
soooooo many times! I don't think that I'll ever like a single song they will make.
Rating: Wanna buy over from me or not?
Reviewed by Judy Hsueh
Hootie and the Blowfish ROCK the HOUSE. It is the all-time best album.
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Reviewed by Chad Macomber Email: ChadMac15@aol.com
It is a good song. Definetly his style. Check this one out. One of my
faves!!!!!
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Reviewed by Kurt
Alanis Morrissette is a great singer and songwriter. This is an awesome
C.D. and it is definitely worth buying.
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Reviewed by K. Hanson
I have only heard half of the album, but from what I hear it sucks shit.
I find the manner in which she wails her appendages around in her lame-assed teeny-boppin'
videos very offensive to the mentally challenged community
Rating: Worse than a piece of shit!
Reviewed by Sonia Rodrigues Email: none@present
"Ragged Little Shrill" more like (from FRANK magazine. I've
heard all the songs, and they are all annoying. I'm afraid Alanis doesn't have much going
for her at all. She is NOT good looking. She CAN'T really sing (she can shout, mind you).
All she's got is her depressing lyrics about her (revealed as not) traumatic childhood.
You don't know whether to pity Alanis for trying so hard to be crappy, or the award-givers
for being so daft as to give her the award. Only "Ironic" is remotely good, and
even it grates after a while. There are a lot of other Canadian artists who deserve the
award more than her. "I'm rich and I'm stupid, I'm young and I'm overpaid; I'm ugly
and I can't sing BABY! but what it all comes down toooooo, is I got that award and I'm
feelin!' FINE FINE FINE..."
Rating: Worse than a piece of shit!
Reviewed by Steve W
It's not George's style. It's good if you listen to it a few times. I
suggest you check it out.
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Kurt
Slash Records has a winner on their hands with the new Bodeans album
"Joe Dirt Car." This double CD is for the most part a live recording with only 1
of the 24 songs having been recorded during soundcheck. Spanning the 1989-1994 touring
dates, "Joe Dirt Car" gives the listner a clear picture of the Bodeans. Full of
live engery and impact, Joe Dirt Car" is no lemon!
Rating: Even my old granny enjoys it...
Reviewed by Neil Stires Email: comments@cd4less.com
We waited five years for THIS? I remember when Metallica CREATED musical
trends rather than follow them. This could be ANY alternative music clone playing this
stuff. And, at 80 minutes, it makes you appreciate the skip button on your stereo.
Quantity is not always quality. A huge disappointment.
Rating: Aaargh... Not another one!
Reviewed by Dave Anderson
Not the disaster it could have been, but this album is riddled with the
synthesizer-heavy fluff that occasionally marred some of Queen's later work. "Mother
Love" is definitely the highlight of the album, and was the last vocal work recorded
by Freddie before he died. A must have for the Queen fanatic, but not for the casual fan.
Spend the money on "Sheer Heart Attack" instead.
Rating: Worth the trouble of pressing play...
Reviewed by Michael George
Everyone talks about this album but few have heard it. It really is a
treat. When the party starts to die down, stick MMM on the turntable. It's not just music,
it's a conversation piece.
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Reviewed by Chris Iwane Email: ciwane@haverford.edu
No Fun At All is just one more of those fastrocking Swedish bands as Millencolin etc.
OR SO I THOUGHT!!! But this is so fucking great music you won't believe it! Hardcore punk,
soft melodies, excellent lyrics.... you got it all on this marvellous CD from BUrning
Heart Reacords,Sweden Buy or die!!!
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What can I say? This is definitely the rock ballad album of the century.
It brings together 15 different rock bands with unique styles and presents them to you in
the niche they are less seldom seen in : as lovelorn spirits crooning lovesongs with
titles such as 'Heaven', 'I Remember You' and 'More than Words can Say'. This definitely
departs from their usual bike-riding, leather jacket wearing and heavy jamming style of
norm. A must-have for all fans of rock.
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Reviewed by Justin Tan Email: justinz@post1.com
Two Words: The Best.
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Reviewed by Dave Nichols Email: dragon17@gnn.com
I for one am a sucker for dreams of yesteryear, when everything was so
much easier, gas was under a dollar a gallon, Mister Rogers was a mentor, and Saturday
morning cartoons was the only thing I thought about all week (besides G.I. Joe, the
ice-cream man, and playing doctor with the neighborhood girls, of course). Well, if you
like to rehash all those memories of your youth as much as I do, I have a time-traveling
tool for you. "School House Rock! Rocks," released recently on Lava Records, is
a compilation of all those great cartoon/song/moral messages of our younger years sung by
our favorit alternabands of today. Some of the better songs on the compilation
are,"Three Is A Magic Number," performed by Blind Melon,"The Shot Heard
'Round The World," redone by Ween,"Verb: That's Wha!t's Happening,"
technoed-out by Moby,"I'm Just A Bill," by the Deluxx Folk Implosion, and
"Conjuction Junction," grooved-out by Better Than Ezra. But, the winner on this
album, the head honcho, king of zaire, best of the bunch, head cheese, top dog, if you
will, is,"The Tale of Mr. Morton," rapped by Skee-Lo. As soon as the first note
rings out on this record you will be transformed into the dirty-faced kid sitting in front
of the tube, watching cartoons and eating cereal again, only this time your mom won't be
screaming orders in your ear... you can daydream in peace.
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Olaf Email: mbob@bgnet.bgsu.edu
'Ritual' is possibly the best album in my personal collection .
Definitely the best album of Janes Addiction . If you've heard them before and don't have
this, you don't know the half of things . Each song is perfectly placed in a brilliant
order that changes it's mood with you effortlessly . I can't say enough about perry and
the boys. i personally guarantee this album!
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Reviewed by sophie Email: anasazi@iprolink.co.nz
Reviewed by Mads Rasmussen Email: rbchj@insula.rbc.bib.dk
I love this song! Deserves more radio airplay (at least here in my
area). One of her best.
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Reviewed by Judy Hsueh
too good to be true for all radiohead fans.
Rating: Even my old granny enjoys it...
Reviewed by janice
This song is one of the very best songs ever written. Jim Morrison was a
master poet,and it shows here."The End" is deeply symbolic and displays
Morrison's termoil. If you have never heard it, I suggest that you do so. I think that the
meaning of the song is quite different for everyone. I am interested in hearing what it
means to you so e-mail me. "This is the End"
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Reviewed by Timothy Scott Email: tim@conrad.harvard.edu
good
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Reviewed by Scott E. Elder Email: sxelder@cougarnet.byu.edu
The only Hard Rock album to be released this decade. Rollins is a true
lyrical genius as well as a kinetic leader of a talented bunch of musicians. All the
tracks on Weight Prove it. This album could not be classified as Heavy Metal because Heavy
Metal denotes shit poser bands with big hair and make-up who rely on distortion to make
them sound tough. Rollins could beat the shit out of them and then bury them (musically
and literally) any day. He does not desreve to be lumped in that genre with those losers.
Ok, this is a rant. Weight is well worth the money and deserved the Grammy, even though
the grammy is worhtless it would have been nice for the academy to show some intelligence.
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Reviewed by Zac S.
Alice In Chains' self-titled new album is a smashing piece of work. Well
worth the wait of nearly two years (since the release of Billboard topping "Jar of
Flies"). Once again A.I.C. surprise the world with yet another distinct style. It can
only be described by the songs themselves, so buy it. It's guaranteed to kick!
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Reviewed by Rick Sahota
Dick Dale assaults us yet again with brilliant guitar work on his latest
effort. Almost every song on this CD is incredible, performed either with blistering
speed, or complex rhythm, or, usually, both. Anyone unsure about this album needs only to
listen to the first track: Nitrus. Besides Dale's superb guitar work, the album contains
impressive percussion provided by Prairie Prince and Scott Mathews. Do not be turned of of
this CD because it is "surf music". I don't particurally like surf music, but
Dale's work transcends that catagory and appeals to lovers of music not just surf guitar.
Enjoy!
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Reviewed by Lucas Reynolds Email: lreynold@vt.edu
The insert of Dick Dale's newest creation reads:"I must tell you
there was a time, that there was life, that was free from disease, free from illness, free
from taxes, free from greed. Untrust was unheard of: they only had happiness, harmony and
caring for their children with open hearts. Yes, they killed, but only to eat. Then, the
white man came... I reach out to the spirits of the indigenous ones that were here first
and call up their spirits." What he should have been calling up was some more talent
for this painfully long, uncreative album. Although the message is good, I guess,
yeah...kill whitey and all that crap. I must tell you there was a time, when Dick Dale was
probably an ingenious songwriter and surf guitar God, but that time has passed. This is
the n!ow, and heck, his most famous tune to date, "Misirlou," the theme from
Pulp Fiction is even beginning to get on my nerves. I believe that surf guitar can be
quite cool, but my theory is that you can only take it in small doses. To be frank, I got
damn bored listening to this whole album at once. Although there are some cuts on it that
I wouldn't mind hearing as singles now and then, like his interesting cover of Madonna's
"Fever" and a rambunctious tune called "Gypsy Fire," the album as a
whole, is too long and too trite.
Rating: Aaargh... Not another one!
Reviewed by Olaf Email: mbob@bgnet.bgsu.edu
Sister Psychic has endured more heartbreaks than most bands in their
musical career. During their second release, they found themselvs missing a sure-fire
radio hit by only two weeks because of their record label dragging it's feet, of all
things, over the album artwork! The full glory of "Kim The Waitress," a hit
song, went to the band Material Issue because of this delay. (I still think Sister
Psychic's version is better). The boys and Restless Records went their seprate ways and as
a long time fan of Sister Psychic, I was bummed thinking that this was going to be the end
of a great band. Not so, for low and behold, "Catch And Release" is the latest
effort by Sister Psychic which holds even greater promise and is by far their "best
ever" album. T!he basic winning formula hasn't 0Achanged and at it's core is pure
rock power-pop that is both well written and excuted without a glitch. Andy Davenhall is
one of the best when it comes to writing this type of music, and wrote all the songs found
on "Catch And Release," with the exception of one that he Co-wrote. Besides Andy
doing the writing/vocals/guitar and keys, we find John Fleischman on the
drums/vocals/noise and Pat Pederson on bass. Three talented musicians, simple, tight with
a clean delivery make for one great sound, and it shows on this new release. All the
tracks on this 11 song CD (plus a hidden one) are great with half of them being radio hits
in their own right. Look to songs "Bob," "Garden,"
"Hollywood," "Japan," "Groove" and my personal pick "If
I Were God" to blow you away. Even the hidden track rocks (I think it's called
"Space Chimp! ") and its one that pales Brownsville Station's
"Martianoogie" in stoner rock ability. Thanks to Andy and crew, we all have some
really great Northwest rock that will keep us tapping our toes.
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Neil Stires Email: comments@cd4less.com
This Cd was one of the best musical experiences I have ever had. Lisa's
voice is lovely and lilting, and the lyrics are better than the usual fare. The songs are
endlessly catchy, and you wouldn't go wrong trying this album out. If you love female
vocalists and smart songwriting, then this is for you. Run to your nearest record store.
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Jansson
If you like big sounds, epic songs, and catchy hooks, than Pulp is
probably worth checking out. Is it over produced? Probably. Is it pretentious? Maybe. Is
it good? You bet your life. The crown has been passed to the new kings of whiny, British
prog rock!
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Reviewed by Lucas Cox Email: PPCW45C@Prodigy.com
This 1992 release is unprecedented in it's musical depth on every
dimension. Plunging the listener into dark, obscure accounts of heroin, death, and war,
Alice In Chains present a gripping 13-track album. The vocals scorch, the rhythm changes
keep you off balance, and the chilling effects of some tracks will have the machoest
squirming and begging for Mommy!!! One of very few BAD-ASSED albums done in style
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Reviewed by Rick Sahota
Soundgarden's latest compact disc, "Down On The Upside," their
follow-up to the highly successful mainstream America breakthrough,
"SuperUnknown," is a refreshing piece of plastic. It is more straight-edged and
raw than "Super," yet Soundgarden and frontman Chris Cornell continue to show
maturity as a band and as a songwriter, respectively. The two-stand-out cuts off this
album are, "Pretty Noose" and "Dusty." Both of these songs are full of
some real inventive and unique changes. But, the fun doesn't stop
there..."Rhinosaur," "Burden In My Hand," "Never Named" and
"Switch Opens" are all top of the line stuff. Two thumbs down on the upside!
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Olaf Email: mbob@bgnet.bgsu.edu
Well well, ANOTHER alt. rock band. But wait, an alt. rock GIRL-LED band? My my. For those of you sick of listening to guys singing depressing (?) lyrics, this is different, 1) girls are singing and 2) it's not depressing. The only guy in the group is the drummer, with 2 of the girls singing, and the last girl on bass. The songs themselves are varied, most of them being under 2 minutes long (don't be fooled into thinking this is a long CD just cuz there's 16 tracks). Some of the tracks are standard alt fare, but others (like Indian Song and Vaseline) are truly creative (but again, too short).If you've listened to Nirvana, Pearl Jam and the Pumpkins and want a change, this is it. Not far enough off the lines to be weird, but unusual enough to be a keeper (if possible, !
Yo La Tengo continues their over ten year career by making this
absolutely beautiful album. Ira Kaplan's guitars create shimmering, often blatantly
beautiful textures, while Georgia Hubley lends her radiant voice and bassist James McNew
adds a solid bottom end. Some of the songs on the album are great guitar pop; others are
breathtakingly beautiful. Imagine Sonic Youth + the mellow stuff from Blur and you get a
close approximation. The best album of the year, so far as I'm concerned.
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Reviewed by Chuck Hague Email: haguecs@miavx1.acs.muohio.edu
First and foremost I must tell you that before you read this review, you
must know that I am a big T.M.B.G. fan, and therefore you probably are not going to get
the most objective review that money can buy...but I will do my best to remain unbiased.
Flood rules!!!!!!!!!!!!! O.K. my objectivness lasted about two seconds..oh well, read on
anyway. I picked this album out of the many T.M.B.G. records, dating back to 1986, because
it is my favorite. On this 1990 release the two Giant headsmen, John Linnell and John
Flansburgh, provide us with some real diverse grooves... you know somethin' you can shake
your money maker to. "Istanbul (not Constantinople)" is a real jumpy tune, sure
to livin' up any party, and if you are feeling politically correct, crank up "Racist
Friend," it has a great message !and beat you can dance to. "Birdhouse in Your
Soul," is a dandy, and so is, the classic, "Particle Man." You can wrap up
your listening pleasure with a quick sampling of the heartfelt love song, "Ball and
Chain," and the social narrative, "Women and Men," about...um...women and
men. Well, that's the run down of the best tracks, of the best album, from a great
band...now go take a listen to it, "..and while your at it, leave the nightlight on
inside the birdhouse in your soul."
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Reviewed by Olaf Email: mbob@bgnet.bgsu.edu
What impressed me most about this American Records debut is the
diversity throughout the album. From the hooky, "Love Lovely Love," to the
intimate, "Evil Scurvy Love," to the wacky, "Uh-Oh," this album is
hard to turn off once it has begun to spin. The sound of Jonny Polonski is one that
changes from song to song, but nevertheless, rings out a constant positive vibe. The story
behind the album is also very fascinating. It seems that when Polonski was growing up he
had a fearless attitude towards show business and the entertainers in it. On any given
day, Polonski would simply sit down in his bedroom, phone in hand, and proceed to call
information around the country, getting as many phone numbers of rock stars as he could.
Then, he would call them. Just shoot the breeze. Offer them a demo. Sounds pretty! simple,
huh? Well, eventually his persistence payed off when a friend of Frank Black, formerly of
The Pixies, obtained a Polonski demo tape. Needless to say, Black listened to it and loved
it. He then proceeded to take the curly-haired Polonski under his wing, actually pitching
this album to the boys down at American himself, and now you can catch Jonny P. opening up
for Black on the current Cult of Ray Tour. If you get a chance to see this show live, do
yourself a favor a spend the cash, you'll thank me later for it. But, why wait, if I were
you I would go get this album now, so I knew all the words come show time. A couple other
great tunes off this album include, "Half Mind," very smooth and tasty, as well
as,"Ugly and Dead Too," a real cool hate your ex-girlfriend tune. Bye, my name
is Olaf.
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Reviewed by Olaf Email: mbob@bgnet.bgsu.edu
I love this album and Billie joe definetly struck gold with this one.
BUY IT!
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Reviewed by Derek Murray. Email: None
When I heard that Fred Schneider, flambouyant frontman for the B-52's, was planning a solo album, I have to admit I was intrigued. But, when I was told that the albums music would be performed by Six Finger Satellite, Deadly Cupcake (Featuring Russell Simins of Jon Spencer's Blues Explosion) and Shadowy Men On A Shadowy Planet (The guys who did the theme for Kids In The Hall), I flipped my lid and I had to drink a few B-52's just to calm down... oh, actually, that was just to get drunk, but nevermind that. This album is fantastic! It is so surprising to me how well Schneiders high-pitched shouts blend with the heavier grooves put out by the great musicians who back him. "Radioactive Lady Eyeball" is an upbeat grabber. If you like to check out albums with some strange appeal this one is for you. Thanks for your time
To quote one Wesley Willis, Jon Spencer "..kicks a rhino's
ass!" Orange, a 1994 release on Matador Records is the quintessential indie album.
Spencer and his Blues boys, Russell Simins and Judah Bauer, turn up the intensity on
"Bellbottoms," then come back raging on the surreal love song of the
90's,"Brenda." Spencer's eclectic vocals add so much flavor to this album you'll
be lickin' your fingers after you put it in the CD player. Track 12, "Flavor,"
includes some guest vocals from rap and roll icon, Beck. This record is so damn groovy
from beginning to end, and that sure is rare nowadays, isn't it? If you like music with a
lot of changes, some vocals and lyrics that'll make your head spin, and chicken, you'll
really dig this album... go buy it. Thanks for your time.
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Reviewed by Olaf Email: mbob@bgnet.bgsu.edu
Debut album from Auckland noise-pop four-piece is an undeniable gem, a
collection of vocalist/guitarist Jeremy Eade’s wry songwriting skills and the
band’s twisty, lanky but effective playing. They go through their influences like
people go through underwear, switching from their Pavement/Velvet Underground pop on Come
Back and Underground Nonsense, to the hyperactive Pixies-bursts of Fire Away and
Fingerpops, while they slow down considerably on the My Bloody Valentine-like dronepop of
Nude Star and the pseudo-‘60s Beatles ditty of Beelines To Heaven. All together a
very satisfying package.
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Reviewed by A.Y. Email: halfadog@ihug.co.nz
Two-piece hailing from Germany owe a lot to Sebadoh and the Lemonheads
in terms of their sound, and it’s no great surprise that Lou Barlow and Evan Dando
appear as guests on the album, singing on the album’s better tracks. Songs such as
the guitar-ravaged opener Superkind, the twee Outdoor Type, Storm and the absolutely
lovable Dress Up prove that Sharon Stoned are able pop-crafters behind their silly name,
but the rest of the album wallow in lumbering self-indulgence (worst are the boring My
Style and the 10-minute deconstructionist rock of Johanna), reminiscent of Uncle
Lou’s early albums.
Rating: Worth the trouble of pressing play...
Reviewed by A.Y.
Great New Band on Lava Records.I heard them in Miami opening up for Poe.
Their new cd"Yourself or someone like you"came out Oct. 1, It's better than
great.
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Reviewed by Matt Email: jjef@gnn.com
After the great siamese dream, the band from Chicago returns with this
double two hours masterpiece. The band leader and performer Billy Corgan finaly managed to
put into one simple record all of his existencial emptiness. They rock with both cruel and
sweet sound and make classical songs. Bullet with butterfly wings mixes a strong
instrumental piece with screams and Love is a crazy piece of a dirty stuff. It may sound
strange but it's really enjoyable. The last song, Farewell and Goodnight is here to prove
their talent. The song reminds me of another ending song of a classical album: Good night,
by the Beatles.
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Tiago Bruno Email: fabruno@guarany.unb.br
its very good
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by
Into the flood *again*!! Here we go!!! Unplugged is a wild ride through
some Alice In Chains greatest hits UNPLUGGED! Layne and Jerry do what they do best here!
Layne's voice was perfect especially when he harmonizes with guitar great Jerry Cantrell!
Hits like Nutshell, No Excuses, Rooster, Down in a Hole, Got Me Wrong, and the ever
popular Would? appear on this killer album! AIC proves once more that they were not some
band from the Seatle scene that will be gone in a year! And also proves that the Seatle
scene is still alive with these guys around! This cd is a must-get for '96! If you like
AIC, or actually music of any kind, you'll LOVE this album!!
Rating: Worth the trouble of pressing play...
Reviewed by Allen Massre Email: Amass@monmouth.com
"Alternative Music" had a dad, and it was Jane's Addiction. If
all you've ever heard is "Been Caught Stealin'", you are in for a big phat
surprise. "Nothing's Shocking" is an event more than an album. Listen to it
while in alternate frames of reality. Or let it put you there.
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Jim Bowman Email: Compcity@Unicom.Net
group - Rebecca Martin & Jesse Harris A sophisticated New York
alternative sound -blues, jazz, rock, & pop in one. Sound like a simplified Oct.
Project, Lisa Loeb, & E. Brickell in one. Rebecca's vocals - a blend of A. Grant, C.
Simon, S. B. Hawkins, kd lang, L. Loeb, & L. Minelli. Upbeat songs: "Save
Me", "Stardust & Snow", "Trumansburg"; Best love song:
"Amateur"; Best moody song: "Don't Eat Your Heart Out"; Best duets (R.
& J. - good harmony): "Stardust & Snow" & "Amateur"; Best
overall song: "Stardust & Snow" Rating out of 10: 9 - rather excellent group
with potential!!!!
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Lynn Myers Email: 79992@copland.udel.edu
This is a very good album for any music lover. I normally don't listen
to alternative music but I enjoy this album very much. I don't have a favorite song, I
really like them all. I would recommend this album to anyone.
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Heather Bryan Email: rungehea@acc.wuacc.edu
Great, great, great album! Yeah, so their name is silly, so what! On
this album Babe and the gang get together and make an album that rings with ox appeal.
Whatever the hell that means. "Breathe," shouts to a person who is obviously
suffering from some sort of lung or brain disorder when it says, "Breathe! You forgot
to breathe stupid!" This group uses vocals of both sex and some guitar that ranges
from heavy to light & melodic... this band should make a name for itself and be around
for a while, so be prepared... people.
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Olaf Email: mbob@bgnet.bgsu.edu
it is soooo good pepper is the best song in the world i want it played
at my funeral
Rating: Even my old granny enjoys it...
Reviewed by muzzola mae
Ride the Fader, Chavez's second full length release is a shimmering fusion of jangley pop and hard rock that will undeniabley be tagged as one of the years best albums. More than a few critic's raved about last years "Gone Glimmering" saying it just may be the future of hard rock, but if anything "Ride the Fader" surpasses and redifines that ambiguous statement. It takes off like a roller coaster (literally) swerving and looping around all preconceptions of what a sonic induced pop band should sound like. From the skewered guitar pop cresendo's of "New Room" and "Our boy's will shine tonight" to the reflective "Unreal is Here" and "Ever Overpsyched", Chavez have none the less accomplished a formidable task: They've created an album that soars and reflects without sounding like any of the other homogenous power pop sludge!
RFTC proves that real rock never died,just got better! This cd is filled
with the stuff original rock is made of; power chords a rebelious lyrical chants. Catchier
than the common cold and even harder to cure
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by dAvE
Imperial Teen fuses together male & female vocals and real &
surreal wit with power-pop chords and some really short shorts on the back picture of
their album, to create a quality record. This album has some real character, with
"Copafeelia" and "Balloon," sure to tickle your fancy. Check it out.
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Olaf Email: mbob@bgnet.bgsu.edu
Definitely the finest masterpiece from the Pumpkins. This post-Gish , pre- Mellon Collie album shows the Pumpkins's transition form VERY hard to toning it down . Siamese Dream combines soft drony songs , such as Luna,Disarm,Soma and Sweet sweet with harder songs like Quiet and Geek USA with inbetween songs like Rocket, Mayonnaise , and their 1992 breakthrough hit , "Today"(without a doubt the best song on the CD). The CD has 13 songsm and all of them are so good , that you can listen to the entire album without having to skip a song to get to another , like you might have to with other CDs , simply because every song satisfies. Billy Corgan , James Iha , and D'Arcy Wretzky-Brown deserve a loud round of cheers and applause for "the greatest"("Today"!
Easily the greatest album of the '90's. Billy Corgan explores personal
feelings of loneliness, anger, betrayal, and sadness like no other musician of his
generation could ever dream of. The beautiful contrasts between hard and soft within the
same song creates a level of tension and unease which perfectly accompanies the poetic
lyrics. Such apathetic masterpieces as today and hummer set the tone for the album and the
great song disarm finishes it off. A must have in any modern rock collection. On a scale
from 1 to 10, give this one a 100. An absolute masterpiece which is impossible to get sick
of.
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by mr. x Email: mlb182@psu.edu
this song is so fucked up .i'm very glad Wierd Al parodisized it .Is it
just me ,or did that song make no sense at all remotely or not .I salute them with the
middle finger .
Rating: Worse than a piece of shit!
Reviewed by steve munoz Email: 72153,335 @ compuserve.com
This is a Bay Area band that I picked up at Tower. Talk about solid
acoustic rock. The lyrics in their song are some of the best I've heard lately. They
really mix it up with their song selection and arrangements. Try out "Lonely
Voyager" if you want to take a trip through a southern girls mind. Check out the
cover there are lots of hidden faces in the rocks
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Olaf Email: mbob@bgnet.bgsu.edu
YET ANOTHER EPISODE IN THIS BAND'S SEARCH FOR THE PERFECT SOUND, THE
PERFECT INSTUMENTATION, AND THE PERFECT SONG, Swing Out Sister's "The Living
Return" (1994) is by far one of the band's greatest works since "Breakout".
Dismissing the lush string sound found in theie first three albums, Corinne, Andy, and
friends venture into a place that pays tribute to their influences: jazz and good old '70s
R&B. The lyrics are still haunting, Corinne's voice more mature, and the high
production values are still evident: take a listen to "All In Your Mind" and
"Better Make It Better". In "Making the Right Move", they capture
sensuality in ways not typical of most music heard now. Highly recommended not only for
fans of the band, but also to those seeking some relief from the "Seattle
Sound!" as well as those who want to take a nostalgic trip back to the time when
radio and pop were still inventive and enjoyable.
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by SAMUEL THOMPSON Email: GOLITELY@RUF.RICE.EDU
The new cd is great. It is pretty mellow but the combination of perry
farrell's lyrics with musicians such as stevie perkins and mike watt, its excellent! The
best part is that pornos music is still unique, they have managed to pull off another cd
with tracks that dont all sound the same or sound typical of mtv or pop radio lately.
Tahitian Moon is the first single, I think its also available on the Cable Guy Soundtrack,
is a very kool song. The music is awesome and not too mellow, and the lyrics are pretty
basic but expressive the way farrell has always been...Anyhow, I think its worth the money
I'm enjoying a great deal. Some songs like Tahitian are pretty moderately paced, the mood
of the album is rather mellow. The main reason to buy it is becuz it is different! Enjoy!
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!
Reviewed by susan Email: scuozzo1@vaxc.hofstra.edu
excellent....brett's voice is one of a kind in this space we know from
oasis to ...boyzone??? maybe it's because he reminds me of paddy mcaloon. the 90's prefab
sprout?
Rating: Even my old granny enjoys it...
Reviewed by denzil
Now this is definitely a must-have for Nirvana fans. The various songs,
both old and new offer some insight into the psyche of the talented but tragic late Kurt
Cobain. Of particular Note are The Man Who Sold the World, an old David Bowie song and
Where Did You Sleep Last Night. The songs in this landmark album reveals to us the soul of
this tortured person..and never ceases to mesmerise with each listening.
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Justin Tan Email: justinz@singnet.com.sg
You must buy this or forever miss the X-factor for the rest your life. Undoubtedly the best album on my shelves!
Reviewed by Ng Chee Teng Email: tengo@pacific.net.sg
I want to be Tori Amos. She is the most amazing girl alive. My old
boyfriend turned me onto this CD, and I haven't taken out of my CD player since my
birthday two months ago. You must get this. The songs range from totally mellow to
screaming and heart-wrenching. Long live Tori!!
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Rain
In many ways, Oasis' new album is far superior to their debut
(Definitely Maybe). On What's the Story, Morning Glory, the band have found the perfect
combination between the 60's Beetles' style and the style of modern rock. The voice of the
lead singer combined with excellent guitaring and drumming make for an incredible album.
It is, in my opinion, far better than Blur's new album as it contains far more good
tracks. The album does not rely heavily on 'Wonderwall' as Blur's does on "Country
House." The album is brilliantly concluded with a 7 minute masterpiece - Champagne
Supernova. This final track is, in a way, similar to Bohemian Rhapsody (Queen) in that the
style of the song often changes from fast to slow, from soft to heavy, without the song
sounding broken up in places. In conclusion, this album is BRILLIANT!!!!! Buy it now!!!
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Michael Bartlett Email: mjwb@lin01.global.co.za
Oasis isn't all that bad of a band if they did not make it so obvious
that they want to be like the Beatles. Sorry, man! No one can imitate the all time bigger
than life band the "BEATLES"!! Just be yourself,and I'd listen to you more.
Rating: Even my old granny enjoys it...
Reviewed by Star
THIS IS A HARD ALBUM TO CLASSIFY AS IT CROSSES THE ROCK/ALTERNATIVE
BOUNDRY WITH SUCH SONGS AS THE "BIG DANCE", WHICH SOUNDS SORT OF LIKE NIN AND
COULD EASILY PLAY ON ANY ALTERNATIVE STATION. MY FAVORITE IS THE ALMOST INSTRUMENTAL
"SHUT UP AND PLAY THE GUITAR", WHICH SHOWS ALEX LIFESON'S TREMENDOUS GUITAR WORK
AND WHY HE'S ONE OF THE BEST.THIS SONG HAS HIS WIFE AND A FRIEND MAKING INTERESTING
COMMENTARY. PERHAPS THE MOST COMPELLING SONG ON THE ALBUM IS "AT THE END", WHICH
TELLS THE SAD STORY OF AN OLD MAN WHO BECAUSE OF THE DEATH OF HIS WIFE TRAGICALLY KILLS
HIMSELF. AS A DIEHARD RUSH FAN THIS WAS A PLEASANT SURPRISE FROM ALEX AND I HOPE IT'S NOT
HIS LAST.
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by NORWOOD E
"...the same old music, the same old song..." (track 3). Those
DON'T describe Emjay's seriously kick-ass new CD. It's over 70 minutes of great
dance-esque music. She's got a lovely voice, and she also writes rather original songs.
Most dance groups consist of at least 1 male and 1 female. The females are doomed to
singing the chorus, while the guys sing annoying rap-like bits, ruining the song. Emjay is
a solo act, and that works in her favor. All the songs are nice and long, and catchy too.
I'm not sure what her real name is (it's Marie J......), but she should have gotten those
awards instead of Alanis Morisette. Emjay may only be starting out, but if this is any
indication of things to come, then I can't wait.
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Steve W
If you like house music, this one's the ultimate. For you Singaporeans,
it's like what goes on at Zouk disco on Saturday nights. An album that reveals new
innuendos with every listen, it is actually darker and mellower than Renaissance Parts 1
and 2. With tracks by groups such as Black Magic Sol Brothers and Inner City, it is a
must-have for lovers of house music. Even non-believers will find it excellent.
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Justin Tan Email: justinz@post1.com
vopat is Visions of Passion & Torture, I picked this tape up after a
tip from an Interscope A&R rep. Completely powerful techno, with a touch of goth.
Track 3 Betrayed is completely intense. I had the chance to see them with Evil Mothers,
and was blown away. How this band remains unsigned by a major label is a miracle.
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Daniel McDuffee Email: sexonweed@aol.com
The Hartnoll Brothers have done it again. After the tremendous success
of their previous album ' Snivilisation ' which made it into the UK Top 5 Dance albums of
1995, they have come back to tease us with a new single from their new album,' in Sides'.
Although this CD was released as a single, you can listen to it either as a 4 track EP or
as a 28 minute single track spectacular. The tune slowly builds up..sort of like a horror
movie soundtrack. They've probably been watching a lot of movies.. or listened to too much
David holmes. Well, do give it a shot...well worth the $10 to get it.
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Spiral Downwards Email: spiral@pobox.com
WOW! This album is a real cool compilation of solid dance tracks such as
"Lucky Love" and "Beautiful Life". A hippy reggae-techno mix of songs
definitely made my day. What's more surprising is, ze gang has even tried out a few slow-
going songs! Listen to the mesmerizing "Angel Eyes" and you'll realise how good
music can be. As a matter of fact, I knew I am "Never Gonna Say I'm Sorry" when
I bought it.
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Choo William Email: s8700071@singnet.com.sg
Far better than Scatman John.This tune will blow u away.
Rating: Worth the trouble of pressing play...
Reviewed by Tom Kim
Hey, I know this is an old album, but it's really one of the not-too-bad
albums this decade. The various songs all can be listened to over and over again without
the onset of nausea, a significant achievement for the Pet Shop Boys.
Rating: Worth the trouble of pressing play...
Reviewed by Zachary M. Fox
Mellow, dance pop that tugs the emotional heartstrings and sends you to
an orgasmic crescendo at the same time. Buy it, and get closer to the meaning of life.
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Alan Email: aes194@soton.ac.uk
THE ULTIMATE IN HEAVY-METAL!! THE BEST SONG HERE MORE HUMAN THAN HUMAN
JUST ROCKS! BUT IT DOESN'T STOP THERE IT GOES ON TO PLEASE WITH OTHER LOUD AGRESSIVE
SOUNDS IN OTHER SONGS! BETTER THAN THERE LAST ALBUm AND EVEN MORE AGGRESSIVE! KEEP
PLUGGING WHITE ZOMBIE!!
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Michael McDaid
If you like the inner tormoil of NIN, the twisting rythyms of TOOL, and
the heavyness of bands like PANTERA, HELMET, GODFLESH, etc...then you should definitely
find DENT to be of your liking
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Mark Southerland Email: dent@scican.net
This is the best Pantera album ever ,if you like Panteras other amazing
stuff this will blow you away.The harsh demon lyrics and the amger Phil screams into the
mike!!!! FUCKING AWESOME!!!!!!!
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Lucas Gallo
Pantera takes metal to another level yet again with their latest album,
The Great Southern Trendkill. Hard guitar sounds combined with a couple of ballads, and
Phillip Anselmo screams more than you can possibly imagine. WARNING: THIS ALBUM KICKS
SERIOUS BUTT!!!
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Craig Finkelstein Email: thefink@mail.utexas.edu
If you're a RUSH fan, there's something new on the Racks for you. It's
called WORKING MAN, and it's an aural pleasure that will stir old memories of your first
RUSH album spinning around on your first portable record player! The CD is a tribute to
one of the greatest Prog. Rock bands still around. The only drawback is that you have to
listen to George Lynch and Devin Townsend butcher up Anthem and Natural Science. The rest
are faithful to RUSH standards and are worthy to be on a RUSH tribute CD. Give the
following a good listen: Analog Kid, Closer to the Heart (thank you, Fates Warning, for
the wisdom to leave great alone!), Red Barchetta (Steve Morse is superb on this and La
Villa Strangiato), Freewill, and Jacob's Ladder. Some dweeb named Robert Berry made a
faithful reproduction of Mission, but it reeks so bad of "Studio" that! you may
want to give it one listen and then skip over it afterwards. Just a reminder to RUSH fans
in JAPAN: September 25th is the release date for "TEST FOR ECHO"--RUSH's latest.
I've -pre-ordered it! HAVE YOU?
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Kari Kivi
When looking for black & blue heavy metal, look no further than
Overkill with their double-live album "Wrecking Your Neck-Live," that packs a
wallop, and then some! Recorded live at the Agora Theater in Cleveland, Ohio, Overkill
slams home some tasty metal that will leave you wishing you were at the show, having no
doubt as to why they are called Overkill. Wasting no time, Bobby "Blitz"
Ellsworth and crew lay themselves open, spilling out their 10 year career with a take no
prisoners attitude, that delivers Big Time! Playing the strongest material from 7 previous
albums makes for one hellava show, with some old favorites like "Rotten To The
Core," "Wrecking Crew," "Powersurge," "Skull Crusher,"
and "Fuck You." By far the best live metal album release for 1995, so play it
LOUD! Music not for the weak of heart!!
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Neil Stires (Tramp) Email: Tramp@cd4less.com
Shes awesome in her new cd, especially One Sweet Day with Boyz II Men.
If you like R&B this is a must have.
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Joseph Aguirre
It's great!
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Tracy Email: thightower gnn.com
You'll allways be my baby RULES! It rocks the house.
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Danielle
This is a phat cd to have. California Love with Dr.Dre is da bomb.
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Joseph
Straight up this cd is da bomb! 1st of da Month and Mo Murda is da
creamy raspberry butta baby. A must, hey it's old but that aint stopping it.
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by C@lvin
THAT CD IS THE BOMB. HE LOOKS GOOD, HE'S GOT TALENT & SMARTS. IT'S A
PACKAGE DEAL BABY!!
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Shaunye aka.Caramel Email: superseal@ns.nc.ndl.net.
da bomb shit. do it all the time
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by edwin
Rating: Worth the trouble of pressing play...
Reviewed by steve
this is one of the better cd's out today. basicly because he brings no
gimmicks to the table because he doesn't have to his voice alone is worth buying this
cd.this cd is better overall than a lot of cd's out today because the lyrics are real and
the music adds a good vibe don't pay attention to the jackass who said this cd was lousy
cuz he doesn't know anything about music.
Rating: Even my old granny enjoys it...
Reviewed by JAWNE
Do not buy this able, the beats are lousy and the lyrics are your
typical grab a glock, drink a fourty, wanna-be player type of rhymes. This album is
friggen' below suck-a**. Don't even bother buying or even looking at the album. Fuck Mic
Geronimo and his bitch ass wasteland crew!!!!!!!!!!!
Rating: Worse than a piece of shit!
Reviewed by frank mastromauro
All I can say about the tape is that it is phat as hell. My only
complaint is that it is so phat that my roommate borrows it all of the damn time so I
hardly ever get to listen to it.
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by Aric Duckett Email: phs5ald
the tape is phat it is almost imposible to find the whole wu-tang clan
is awsome
Rating: I will definitely rob to get this!!!
Reviewed by ian imlach
Very fit for the movie "Up Close & Personal". Excellent
singing, voice, and emotion. Great lyrics!
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Judy Hsueh
This is definitely one of the better albums to come out in
1995...Although most of the songs here aren't heard on the NBC show (except for the
ever-present I'll be there for U), they convey a certain Generation-Xy feeling that slowly
permeates into the listener and somehow brings him or her into reminscence of scenes from
the show. Good Intentions by Toad the Wet Sprocket is one of the better songs here. Here's
to Rachel, Monica, Phoebe, Chandler, Joey and Ross!
Rating: I dun want to lend you!
Reviewed by Justin Tan Email: justinz@singnet.com.sg
This haunting soundtrack for the popular cult-like sci-fi, The X Files,
seen weekly on Fox, is entertaining, but it doesn't quite live up to the standard of the
show it sings about. I find it very interesting that so many of todays big named artists
are writing songs about aliens and stuff... I guess because it is so mysterious a topic.
The stand-out cut on this album is,"Unmarked Helicopters," by the New York
based, Soul Coughing. Nick Cave, Frank Black, and R.E.M. are some of the other bands
you'll find on this compilation, sad thing is that the efforts they put forth are really
only worthy of bad b-side consideration. On a final note, beware of the green guys...
Rating: Worth the trouble of pressing play...
Reviewed by Olaf Email: mbob@bgnet.bgsu.edu
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