Facts & Dreams

Product Description
The Debut Album from Fragile State, the Darlings of the Chillout Scene, Whose Members Include Former Zero Seven Keyboard Player Neil Cowley and Ben Mynott, Top Journalist from Blues and Soul. This Album was Received with a Massive Fanfare and Sells Well as People have Been Awakened by Its Simplistic Beauty. Fragile State have Headlined the Big Chill Festival Twice Before and Are Truly Poised for Greatness.

Facts & Dreams,Fragile State,Cool Essence UK,Dance,Dance Music,Pop

Average customer rating: Read the Facts, Vote Yes reviewed by a devoted death cab fan it's too bad this is receiving less than 5 stars Really Good Background Music, But Not Much More Death Cab roots

We Have the Facts and We're Voting Yes Death Cab for Cutie Manufacturer: Barsuk ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Indie & Lo Fi | Alternative Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Plans Death Cab for Cutie - Directions Drive Well, Sleep Carefully - On the Road with Death Cab for Cutie HOME: Volume 5 We Will Become Silhouettes ASIN: B00004RI7B Release Date: 2000-03-21

Tracks:

1. Title Track
2. The Employment Pages
3. For What Reason
4. Lowell, MA
5. 405
6. Little Fury Bugs
7. Company Calls
8. Company Calls Epilogue
9. No Joy In Mudville
10. Scientist Studies

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On their debut album, 1999's Something About Airplanes, Death Cab for Cutie proved there's a reason why Northwest music critics continue to sing their praises. The foursome combined the emo sounds of Modest Mouse and 764-Hero with an inventive, and often sly, sentimentality. It worked wonders, but still sounded a little too lo-fi. Luckily, on We Have the Facts and We're Voting Yes the group has figured out all the production nuances that flawed that auspicious debut. The opening "Title Track" begins by sounding both crappy and shallow, but the band is merely pulling your leg; two minutes later, the tune expands into a gorgeous, well-produced masterpiece. The album never looks back. Ben Gibbard's songwriting continues to evolve--"Company Calls" segues into, what else, the slower "Company Calls Epilogue"--while the simple lyrics of "For What Reason" and "405" tell infectious stories that demand repeated listenings. Proof positive the Northwest is still churning out great music. --Jason Verlinde

Album Description

A delicious and head-sticking mix of drummer Ben Gibbard's heartbreaking vocal melodies and reflective lyrics of transition and loss, punctuated by energized and beautiful playing from Chris Walla and Nick Harmer. Barsuk Records.

Customer Reviews:

Read the Facts, Vote Yes.......2006-10-25

(Editor's Note: Article written by son, Trevor.)


Being a giant fan of Death Cab For Cutie, this was my fifth album by them (sixth, if you count Directions.) I would have to say, this would be my favorite album by them. Everything this band has put out I have been thoroughly impressed by, but something about this one will make you listen to it over and over. The best way to describe it is to go through every song.


1. From the moment you start it, "Title Track" will bring pleasure to your ears. While it is a simple song, something about it you fall in love with. The muffled effect in the beginning and the transition to a clarity after the first chorus adds great effect to the song. However, after about ten or fifteen listens, this song will lose appeal. [4/5]


2. "The Employment Pages" is probably my favorite song on the album. You can listen to this song on repeat for hours, and you'll never tire of it. Though it does have a very slow tempo, the simplicity of the vocals and complexity of the music is an impressive blend. [5/5]

3. "For What Reason" does not particularly stand out in the album, but is none the less a great song. I do agree with some people who said that alot of the songs on this album sound the same, for this and the next track I always mix up. However, it is a great up-tempo tune after "The Employment Pages". I love the effects used on the song. [5/5]

4. One of the catchiest, if not the catchiest song on the album. "Lowell, MA" is a track that no matter what mood you're in will make you grin. The chorus will be immediately drilled into your head the first time you hear it. Melodic guitar riffs and an interesting drum beat make the musical aspect of the song more appealing as well. [5/5]

5. I would say that "405" is the most over-produced song on the album. Though I've never heard it live, I imagine it would be much better, for it would lack all of the studio effects. It is a good song, but needs a better peak as well. [4/5]

6. "Little Fury Bugs" brings the tempo of the album back down at the right time. I would say it is the softest song on the album. The vocals have an odd sound over the single guitar that lasts about half-way through the song, yet it sounds great. When the drums come in, it definitely adds some more interest to the song. Smooth transition to the next song. [5/5]

7. When "Company Calls" builds after the segway of "Little Fury Bugs", you will feel replenished. It opens up the true second half of the album after a breakdown. Melodic guitar riffs stand out particularly, as this song is a great display of the entire band's instrumental skill. The vocals soar easily over, especially during the chorus. The buildups and breakdowns of the bridge are amazing. [5/5]

8. "Company Calls Epilogue" is a lyrical continuation of "Company Calls." However, the musical composition will remind you strongly of "Title Track" and "Little Fury Bugs", but not in a good way. It seems a repetition of past songs. However, the mellow music during the vocal build of the chorus adds a nice effect. [4/5]

9. "No Joy In Mudville" is an extremely unique song. Though the longest song on the album, and maybe the slowest, it fails to bore. The drums are extremely simplistic, but have a catchy beat, and are probably the shining strengh of the song. The building guitar and use of what sounds to be a xylophone adds, as to make a song you've never quite heard anything like before. The lyrics tell an amazing emotional tale of the desire to leave and start in a new town in upstate (assumably, New York.) My personal favorite. [5/5]

10. The end of the album. The volume swells add a great sound to the song. The vocals are great. I love the lyrics, as well."Scientist Studies" truly brings the album to a great close. Instead of leaving you mellowed and depressed, the album's end makes you grin, and give you the urge to hit that play button one more time. [5/5]


Overall, We Have The Facts and We're Voting Yes is in my opinion the best album Death Cab For Cutie has ever put out. For other true Death Cab For Cutie fans, I'd also recommend Transatlanticism. Not quite a similar album, but it is truly amazing. Comparable songs on it would be "Expo '86" and "The New Year". If you're looking for new Death Cab For Cutie, buy that. Or, if you're a fan of those songs on Transatlanticism, buy this album. As lead vocalist and guitarist Ben Gibbard played drums on all songs but "The Employment Pages" and "Company Calls Epilogue", I would say he is the best drummer the band has ever had. His skill far surpasses the previous drummer who quit during the early sessions of the album. If you are a musician such as myself into a more mellow, but still complex style of music, this album will be influential on your writing. Just to clarify though, this is not an "emo" album, and if you are buying it expecting it to be, it is not at all. Also, if you're looking for new music of similar styles, I'd recommend you check out Straylight Run and Elliott Smith. Hope this review helped you!

reviewed by a devoted death cab fan.......2006-08-08

while i love transatlanticism and plans. i feel they are great for a band that is evolving musically. we have the facts however is by far my favorite release from the immortal death cab for cutie. songs like For What Reason and Title Track leave me with a twinkle in my eye its the two Company Calls songs that bring this album home. i see far too many reviews from people that are comparing this album to plans and the truth is that while plans is a great album. we have the facts makes that album look like top 40 garbage

it's too bad this is receiving less than 5 stars.......2006-07-18

This band continues to impress and amaze me even though I have already listened to all of their albums. When I first listened to this album, I could have agreed with the somewhat negative reviews, but now I wouldn't have anything to do with them. The more you listen to Death Cabs CDs the more you will come to understand and respect the group and their work.

Really Good Background Music, But Not Much More.......2006-07-16

This was my second Death Cab cd after Transatlanticism (third if you count Give Up). After those two masterpieces (Transatlanticism especially), I was expecting great things from We Have the Facts. As you can tell from my 3 star rating, I was somewhat disappointed.

I really like "Title Track" and "Company Calls Epilogue" but those are the only songs that really stick out at all for me. All the songs sound way too similar. The vocals are less clear than in their other albums, which hides Death Cab's greatest strength: Ben Gibbard's lyrics, which I barely notice here, but that might just be because I haven't listened to this album nearly as much as their others, and also because it's very easy to stop paying attention to We Have the Facts because the music is so similar and slow that it's easy to forget there's even music playing.

Still, this is Death Cab, and the music is pretty good when you're paying attention. Also, this is great background music to listen to while you do something else because it doesnt demand your full attention. But this definitely shouldn't be your first introduction to Death Cab. Transatlanticism is one of the best albums I've ever heard, and Plans is also significantly better than this. But still, We Have the Facts is worth an eventual listen.

Death Cab roots.......2006-05-05

My first exposure to Death Cab was from Plans. Great album. I then moved to Transatlanticism. Another great record. My most recent purchase was this one, We Have The Facts.

On the surface, it's obvious this is Death Cab. Their sound is fairly unique. After several listens, though, I've decided that I definitely like their latest two releases much better.

This is a good album. Check out Title Track, Lowell MA, and Scientist Studies for more of what you love about Death Cab. I think the reason this release doesn't rate higher, though, is that it just doesn't stick out like their later releases.

Many have said that Death Cab has now "sold out". Puh-lease. Just because you sign with a major label, does that imply you have now sold out? I don't buy into that at all. The fact is that Death Cab has matured over the last several years.

If you're a Death Cab fan already, by all means, buy this. If you're not and you're looking for an entry point, you'd probably enjoy Transatlanticism or Plans much more. I do enjoy this, but it's better for background music while I'm working than for pure listening enjoyment. I'm still going to end up buying more of their older stuff, though.

Average customer rating: Even Sweeter Pills rather awesome mellow-pop-techno blend Heroic acts in Teenage Sex Definitely not disposable US version.

The Facts of Life Black Box Recorder Manufacturer: Jet Set Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | British Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Indie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Alternative Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music British Alternative | Alternative Rock | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: England Made Me Passionoia The Worst of Black Box Recorder New Wave Drugstore ASIN: B00005AKF5 Release Date: 2001-03-20

Tracks:

1. The Art Of Driving
2. Weekend
3. The English Motorway System
4. May Queen
5. Sex Life
6. French Rock 'N' Roll
7. The Facts Of Life
8. Straight Life
9. Gift Horse
10. The Deverell Twins
11. Goodnight Kiss
12. Start As You Mean To Go On
13. Brutality

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The first Black Box Recorder album, 1998's England Made Me, was originally conceived by Auteurs and Baader Meinhof frontman Luke Haines as a typically baleful response to the cultural and political hysteria--respectively, Britpop and Tony Blair--then gripping Britain. Recorded with the help of former Jesus & Mary Chain drummer John Moore and singer Sarah Nixey, it did for Britpop roughly what the film Carrie did for the senior prom. The Facts of Life, the follow-up, maintains the withering glare but fixes it this time on the personal. The songs here obsess with unnerving clarity and mordant wit on the banal, cruel details of human relationships and are narrated perfectly by Nixey. Where her perfectly English-accented whisper infused England Made Me with the air of a bored aristocrat finding contemptuous amusement in the misery of others, on The Facts of Life she has located an edge of taunting viciousness all the more diabolical for being so understated. The tunes, as ever, are sweet and insidious, perhaps best thought of as Saint Etienne turned feral. Highlights on an album full of them are "English Motorway" and "The Art of Driving"--BBR triumphantly reclaiming the American rock & roll prerogative of the road song for their damp, claustrophobic homeland. The Facts of Life is a masterpiece. --Andrew Mueller

Album Description

Black Box Recorder are an enigma. A three piece comprised of the haunting and fragile-voiced Sarah Nixey, Auteurs henchman Luke Haines and absinthe importer (& former Jesus & Mary Chain) John Moore. Stylistally, the band have catapulted themselves into some netherworld halfway between Air and Velvet Underground. Instruments include, Guitar arpeggios, synthesizers, glockenspiels, chiming xylophones, strings and drum machines. This release features the bonus tracks, 'Start As You Mean To Go Up' and 'Brutality'. Standard jewel case. 2001 release.

Customer Reviews:

Even Sweeter Pills.......2005-04-30

The ironic and cleverly cynical second album by Black Box Recorder captures longing, innocence and evil...beautifully. Maturing from the distinctive "England Made Me" slightly, "The Facts of Life" is a swirling group of songs that were so unashamed to be beautiful...it's terrifying. This is especially true when you consider the subject matter that rides shotgun with the melodies. Black Box Recorder's cynicism is a better actor on "The Facts of Life" than any of their other albums. Where it stood out (and remarkably so) on "England Made Me", it is sewn into the "The Facts of Life's" songs, weaving it's way into every song on the album. Whether it's about teenage kid's sex drive and awkwardness, or people's curious fear of alternative culture to satisfy their shortcomings, it sounds like they're giving lessons to people after shockingly realizing that people don't know or don't care about these things. This is the best way to do it....the formula they use as their song's vehicle is nearly flawless, and the discipline employed here is distinctive because it doesn't sound minimalist, it just makes the entire record consistent. Powered by light drum programming and soft guitars, the music is only complimented by lyrics that are sung effortlessly by switching back and forth from a whisper. Sarah Nixey's voice isn't a powerful thing, but it is soft and pretty, which is why she can make things like "picking up human remains in Notting Hill" sound beautiful enough to soften the blunt and unflinching nature a scene like that would conjure up. Nixey's voice is a perfect translator for Haines and Moore's lyrics because it enters the ear easily enough to get pass the guard that filters out things we would rather do without. This makes Black Box Recorder's songs very accessible. The abundance of the best things about Black Box Recorder found on "The Facts of Life" makes this their definitive record, and also because this kind of disturbing anxiety hadn't been captured this well since Pulp's "A Different Class"

rather awesome mellow-pop-techno blend.......2004-10-21

i like this album quite a bit. songs like the art of driving, sex life, and the facts of life are incredibly quirky and catchy. the lyrics are intriguingly absurd, and also dead on. its different than both ENGLAND MADE ME, and PASSIONA, their other two, also wonderful, cd's. all 3 cd's are worth investing in if you ask me.

Heroic acts in Teenage Sex.......2003-09-12

"The Facts of Life", Black Box Recorder's second album, follows suite in their amazing debut of twisted nursery rhymns, "England Made Me". This is certainly an album to be cherished in one's cd collection - the lyrics are clever and provocative, the music is soothing and intelligent and the mixture can leave the listener awe struck.

In this album, the band has matured a bit. Their storytelling can deliver a much appreciated sense of nostalgia for one's own teenage years - after all, who doesn't remember their boyfriend/girlfriend pushing the relationship one step further than you were ready to go, that almost too-cozy encounter with your highschool best friend or the introspective of a child trying to live as an adult.

Lead singer, Nixey's voice sounds almost like a submissive siren, as she faintly sings anthemns about teenage sexuality and desire. Haines and Moore push their music writing even further, keeping the low tones of instruments and mixing in small beats and rythmns that add a certain liveliness to their melodies. Some of the radio-worthy songs, "Art of Driving" and "Facts of Life", have a good combonation of indie rock/folk with a touch of pop, at the same time expelling the requirements of any particular genre. For those who appreciate rock/pop and alternative music, this will fit in easy to your music collection, though there is enough to interest electronica and folk fans alike.

Out of all the one hit wonders I'm subjected to each morning of my commute - its really nice to have a cd that one can appreciate all the way through.

Definitely not disposable.......2002-05-26

...I describe it as the album Clinic would release once they have Cia Soro as their leadsinger. @ any rate, it is truly a magical album that improves on the sombre debut England Made Me to create a sound & mood that is both indulgent (But nowhere near selfindulgent) & sardonic. Luke Haines & John Moore's lyrics work either as subdued Jarvis Cockeresque narratives ("May Queen", "The Deverell Twins") or as simple, axiomatic observations ("The Art Of Driving", "Weekend", "The English Motorway System", "The Facts Of Life", "Straight Life"):-Combining this with Sarah Nixey's glossy, breathy voice & a minimalist yet chilling electroacoustic backdrop & you have a winner. Make sure you also check out the sleeve where excerpted lyrics from all of the songs (But the titletrack) are displayed as seriocomic balloons in awkward situations:- Very much in the style of Pulp.

Oh, & my personal favourite is "Sex Life", thanks for asking.

US version........2002-03-24

Cover is diff. from the usual UK release but the songs are same.A must have for anyone.

Average customer rating: Not What I Expected (not that its a bad thing) Great Music To Lose Yourself In about to go ballistic A true gem in this genre of music Music has the right to elevators

Facts & The Dreams Fragile State Manufacturer: Bar De Lune Boxes ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music House | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | Dance Pop | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music General | Dance & DJ | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Voices from the Dust Bowl Carboot Soul The K&D Sessions Versions ASIN: B00006JNA3 Release Date: 2002-11-12

Tracks:

1. Song Of Departure
2. The Barney Fade
3. Hoop Dreams
4. The Facts And The Dreams
5. Suck It And See
6. Panacea
7. Every Day A Story
8. Barney Reprise
9. Seraya
10. Undercurrent

Album Description

Fragile State are Neil Cowley (Zero 7) and Ben Mynott (Blues and Soul). 2002 sees the highly-anticipated release of The Facts And The Dreams, a wonderful fusion of downtempo grooves, sweeping orchestral bliss, deep soul and jazz. The result is a totally unique sounding album that will appeal to everyone. 'Modern day John Barry with subtle touches of soul and jazz' best describes the Fragile State listening experience - one that is already causing major stirs in the industry. Bar de Lune.

Customer Reviews:

Not What I Expected (not that its a bad thing).......2005-09-16

This is definitely chillout. However, theres nothing about this album thats electronic. The cd had an urban & jazz club feel to it. The album has a lot of keyboards, light drumbeats and, some piano elements (very loungy). What I didn't like were that some of the tracks sounded too alike and were too mellow and boring to listen even further. In general, its a cd more for relaxation and/or driving through the city to. (don't be expecting any loud or fast-paced beats here)

Great Music To Lose Yourself In.......2004-09-06

I find myself popping this one in my car's CD player more times than I can recall. The first time I listened to it, all I could think of was, "Wow!". The melodies entice and seduce. A terrific aural experience if you're looking for something relaxed, jazzy, and smooth.

about to go ballistic.......2004-02-13

It's a shame more people in North America don't know about these guys. This is a solid CD. Like Thievery Co., it's great background stuff that sneaks into your head without you even knowing it. Not a weak track on it. With a new disc forthcoming, you should get your hands on this one now while you still can. If 'Dust Bowl' continues where this one leaves off, these guys are gonna be huge soon.

A true gem in this genre of music.......2003-12-09

A very solid album with only a couple of songs to skip. It also contains a couple of true classics. This album seems to get better with repeated listening which I find contradicts the trend of this genre of music. It seems that the texture of lounge/soul music is all that matters these days with songs that burst out creatively but have no lasting power. This album transcends with true keyboard prowess and good jazz elements. I really think that you can't go wrong with this purchase.

Music has the right to elevators.......2003-08-31

The first word that comes to mind on the initial listening of The Facts and The Dreams was - electronic fusion. These so-called elements of the contemporary jazz thing are ominous, but not exclusive. To say this music is laid back would also be an understatement. Easy listening might apply, but not in the sense of a bunch of east coast retirees hanging beachside in southern Florida. What we do have here are these two dudes with the substantial credentials who compose and execute some amazing sonic material. Some of the songs have such a deft and delicate touch they almost come off as atmosphere. This is a good thing though as repeated listening can take you to lofty places. The meat and potatoes of the album come in the three songs - Song of Departure, Every Day a Story, and Seraya. They are infectious and fetching in their immediate attraction. Some might have a tendency to easily dismiss this whole affair as "muzak", but what we do have here is a very engaging and beautiful collection great music. In tough times it's nice to have a soft touch around - adult listening at it's finest. Instructions read: please apply generously.

Average customer rating: Hard-Driving Bluegrass real country YOW-SAAA!! This music gets in your blood Phenomenal Bluegrass

Cold Hard Facts Del McCoury Manufacturer: Rounder / Umgd ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Country | Styles | Music General | Traditional Country | Country | Styles | Music General | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Contemporary | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Traditional | Bluegrass | Country | Styles | Music Rounder Records | Specialty Stores | Music Similar Items: Family Del and the Boys A Deeper Shade of Blue The Company We Keep High Lonesome and Blue ASIN: B0000002O1 Release Date: 1996-09-17

Tracks:

1. The Cold Hard Facts
2. Blue Darlin'
3. Smoking Gun
4. Love Is A Long Road
5. Henry Walker
6. Baltimore Jonny
7. Blackjack County Chains
8. Hard On My Heart
9. Snake In The House
10. The First Time She Left
11. Loggin' Man
12. Member of the Blues
13. I'll Be There

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There's nothing soft or fuzzy about this aptly titled album; even without a drummer, the choppy mandolin and guitar chords propel the music forward relentlessly. Whether describing the murderous "Henry Walker" or a hard-working "Loggin' Man," Del McCoury sings in a roughened, high, lonesome tenor that scrubs all the sentimentality off such subjects. When he sings about marital infidelity on Robert Cray's "Smoking Gun" or Ronnie's title tune, Del lets the raw moment of realization cut through his voice. Even when he tackles Ray Price's honky-tonk "I'll Be There" or Tom Petty's folk-rock "Love Is a Long Road," Del gives them the starkness of an Appalachian culture where the rocky soil and dirt-road isolation leave little margin for error. --Geoffrey Himes

Customer Reviews:

Hard-Driving Bluegrass.......2001-05-22

Now in his seventies, Del McCoury is one of the few surviving traditionalists from the Bill Monroe school of bluegrass featuring the trademark high lonesome vocal sound. In fact, in the mid-Sixties, McCoury served a stint with the father of bluegrass music as guitar player and lead vocalist in Monroe's Bluegrass Boys.

While McCoury takes a traditionalist's approach to bluegrass, his song selection certainly steps outside the box as shown by his covers of Robert Cray's "Smoking Gun" and Tom Petty's "Love Is a Long Road."

And you won't find a better collection of musicians in bluegrass music. Del's band includes sons Rob (banjo) and Ronnie (possibly the best mandolin player around), Jason Carter (fiddle), Mike Bub (bass) and the best Dobro player on the planet, Jerry Douglas. They all get a chance to shine on Ronnie's instrumental "Baltimore Jonny."

This is hard-driving bluegrass with standout tracks like "Hard on My Heart" and "Snake in the House" and will make a fine addition to your collection. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

real country.......2001-05-17

With the watered-down pop-slick music that's labeled "country" these days, what a joy it is to hear The Del McCoury Band. The musicianship is absolutely astoundingly jaw-dropping good in its perfection, with raw emotion and soul pouring out of each song.

Del's voice, with that "high & lonesome" sometimes raspy sound, has a terrific range of feeling...listen to "Smoking Gun", and another favorite, "Blackjack County Chains", with its weeping fiddle and guitar work, and marvelous melody.

Sadly, the booklet insert doesn't include the lyrics. As Robert Oermann says in it: "Del is particularly noted for choosing dark, almost morbid lyrics and dramatic story songs"...and the songs in this CD have a "bite" and a lot of humor nestled between the hard-luck and "cold hard facts" of life stories.

This CD is true blue Americana art at its finest, and if you like bluegrass, it's a must to own.

YOW-SAAA!!.......2000-12-29

Hum (see above review), Hell!, I'm DANCIN'!! Can't wait to get home (I'm listening at work)and get my ol'man's Ovation out and pick along - well, I'll coerce HIM to pick along! Warm's up a cold Minnesota winter. Not recommended for the faint of (hillbilly) heart. YEEHAWWW

This music gets in your blood.......2000-06-21

I find myself humming the tunes on this CD all the time.

This is the CD that introduced me to Del McCoury, recently, even though Gov. Zell Miller of Georgia proclaimed a Del McCoury day, some years ago, for Del's enormous contribution to bluegrass music.

Unfortunately for me, a buddy of mine has borrowed this CD from me and keeps "forgetting" return it. He's not forgetting, he loves the CD as I do and is just too cheap to buy one of his own.

Phenomenal Bluegrass.......1999-11-28

I absolutely LOVE this album. Del McCoury has a high,distinct voice that lends itself perfectly to bluegrass. Top that with flawless musical ability and a great selection of songs and you'll see why this album such a great achievement. My favorites include Snake in the House, Blackjack County Chains, and Love is a long Road (also covered by Tom Petty on his Full Moon Fever Album). Even so, there is not a single poor track on this album. If you enjoy bluegrass, you will Love this album.

Average customer rating:

Stigmata High-Five F*** the Facts Manufacturer: Relapse ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Similar Items: I Don't Care Where I Go When I Die Trample the Weak, Hurdle the Dead Ills of Modern Man Hate, Malice, Revenge Phantom Limb ASIN: B000FS9LC0 Release Date: 2006-08-22

Tracks:

1. La Derni Image
2. The Wrecking
3. Carve Your Heart Out
4. Taken From The Nest
5. Whats Left Behind
6. The Sound Of Your Smashed Head
7. Dead In The Ruins Of Your Own City

Album Description

Ottawa's grind/metal powerhouse FUCK THE FACTS impacts with the subtlety of an atom bomb on their Relapse debut Stigmata High-Five. The quartet's high-powered assault is all-encompassing: from oppressively heavy, metallic riffing to savage grindings and spasmodic changes alike. Each of the Stigmata High-Five tracks burns with a merciless, unrestrained ferocity. No matter the moment, FUCK THE FACTS' purpose is to inflict maximum aural damage and the result is total devastation.

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The Facts of Life/I Don't Know What the World Is Coming To Bobby Womack Manufacturer: EMI Int'l ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | R&B | Styles | Music General | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music General | Vocal Pop | Pop | Styles | Music General | Broadway & Vocalists | Styles | Music Broadway & Vocalists | Imports | Stores | Music R&B | Imports | Stores | Music Pop | Imports | Stores | Music Similar Items: Understanding/Communication Fly Me to the Moon/My Prescription Womack Live//Safety Zone Lookin' for a Love Again/BW Goes C&W Communication ASIN: B0002WS3M8 Release Date: 2004-09-27

Tracks:

1. Nobody Wants You When You're Down And Out
2. I'm Through Trying To Prove My Love To You
3. If You Can't Give Her Love Give Her Up
4. That's Heaven To Me
5. Medley: Holdin' On To My Baby's Love/Nobody
6. Medley: Fact Of Life/He'll Be There When The Sun Goes Down
7. Can't Stop A Man In Love
8. The Look Of Love
9. Natural Man
10. All Along The Watchtower
11. Interlude No. 1/I Don't Know
12. Superstar
13. If You Want My Love, Put Something Down On It
14. Git It
15. What's Your World
16. Check It Out
17. Interlude No. 2
18. Jealous Love
19. It's All Over Now
20. Yes, Jesus Loves Me

Album Description

UK re-release of two of Womack's finest albums on one disc - 1973's 'Facts of Life' featuring Nobody Wants You When You're Down And Out', and 1975's 'I Don't Know What The World Is Coming To' with the chart-topper 'I Don't Know'. Stateside. 2004.

Average customer rating: Disappointing

Multiplication Manufacturer: Power Arts Company ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Children's Music | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Indie Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Science Googol Power: Multiplication Vacation Soundtrack Multiplication Multiplication Hip-Hop Division Unplugged ASIN: B0007QOKJE Release Date: 2005-01-15

Tracks:

1. One Is Like A Copy Machine
2. Mutliply By Two, Easy Thing To Do
3. PBJ, Three Times A Day
4. Four On The Floor
5. Five Holes In My Head
6. Six Skinny Bug Legs
7. One Really Good Thing About Seven
8. Eight Hours A Day
9. Nine Months In School
10. Multiply By Ten, Zero At The End
11. Eleven
12. You Can Multiply By Twelve
13. Anything Times Zero

Album Description

Teacher and the Rockbots take multiplication facts from 0 - 12 and turn them into really cool rock songs. It's great for younger kids that want to get ahead, older kids trying to get the hang of it or anyone that likes cool, funny rock music.

Customer Reviews:

Disappointing.......2006-12-10

This CD is not worth the price. The lyrics are hard to understand and there is not enough repetition of the multiplication facts.

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The Facts Manufacturer: About Time ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B000BMRODS

Product Description

Reissue of Classic 1983 recording lead by Henry Threadgill.

Average customer rating: Centimeters Nominated for "Future most-referenced band.." Real Alternative Music Not the usual college radio fodder!

Facts of Destiny Centimeters Manufacturer: Win Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Neo-Psychedelia | Rock | Alternative Styles | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music ASIN: B00000IKTE Release Date: 1999-05-18

Tracks:

1. Hovering Ponies
2. Kids Have More Fun
3. Dracula Gary
4. Thousand Eyes
5. If Only My Dog Would Barely Like Me
6. Three Cups Of Coffee
7. Desert Yodel
8. Friends On Earth
9. The Facts Of Destiny
10. I'm Not Excercising Enough
11. I Want A Dead One
12. Fangs
13. Look At Me Now

Customer Reviews:

Centimeters.......2003-04-26

So last night I was in Austin TX(one of the best cities in the nation for music) at a Wesley Willis show. I had driven up there to catch the second TX show in his current tour after his show in Houston. Anyway, my freinds and I were waiting for Wesley to come out and rock on like a magicist when my girlfriend comes and tells me and one of my best friends that there's this really hilarious band playing on the indoor stage.(This is at Emos.) As soon as we walk in I have already fallen for The Centimeters. Imagine an evil version of the B-52s. Fans of The Faint will probably like them as well. There's some kind of blending here of singer-songwriter gothic b-52ish weirdness coupled with synthesizers and a completely and utterly new and fresh and eccentric take on sound and music. A friend of mine approached the stage and asked the male singer what they were called, as soon as they finished the set I rushed over to their stand to buy the cd. Go to their website and check out the other stuff they have out. And also go get the album "The Lifetime achievement awards." Truly great stuff.

Nominated for "Future most-referenced band..".......2000-07-09

...I accidentally saw the Centimeters, and wasn't really expecting much. I knew nothing about them. I watched their truly refreshing bizarre live act, so odd and ecentric as too be almost too distant & ramshackle for many audience members, most people were truly thrown off, yet I found it completely compelling. Ran out and bought this CD the VERY next day.

The CD was more .... "cohesive". But still quite good. Almost vaudvillian style music, done through cheesy casio keyboard synth/drum combo, with an old scrappy acoustic guitar, but very poppy catchy songs underlying the madness... and picture Lene Lovich & Iggy Pop dropping some really heady acid, and sitting around doing a combination of maudlin show tunes, freaked-out spoken word & whimsical singer/songwriter stuff about the paranoia of the imminent downfall of western civilization and the subsequent shock and apathetic acceptance that follows....

Truly bizarre stuff. but really well thought out & executed, Hey! THESE kids are really doing something DIFFERENT! So cool, they probably won't be fully appreciated and named dropped by the "music afficiando's" for another 20 years...

nice lil' comic included in the CD too. Nora has done some serious thinking, she is truly an original thinker and exceptional artist...

Real Alternative Music.......2000-04-01

Wow! This CD is full of honest Alternative Music, every track is an adventure. The underlying theme is almost goth, but there are other tracks that could be mainstream rock hits, if only the major FM outlets could get past their 40-track playlists. The "I'm Not Exercising Enough" and "Kids Have More Fun" have a great sound. Listen to this CD a few times and the other, very unusual, sounds will grow on you. Max Gomberg has a smooth voice, would have been a crooner in the 40s. The contrast with Nora Keyes is great---she can sound like Rosie and the Originals, or she can be very cool, as in "Thousand Eyes". I think anyone who likes stuff out of the mainstream will appreciate this new OC offering.

Not the usual college radio fodder!.......1999-10-10

Five stars is not the kind of rating I casually bestow on analbum but I've been so taken with this new band from Los Angeles since I first heard them a few months ago. The Facts of Destiny is a release that should garner The Centimeters a well deserved cult following but how to categorize it? The best I can come up with is "Tiny Tim meets The Residents" because this music can't be given the mundane description of "alternative". If you like this cd as much as I, you should also look for their first album titled German Verbs.

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Facts of Life Billy Squier Manufacturer: Capitol ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Rock | Styles | Music General | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Hard Rock | Hard Rock & Metal | Styles | Music Album-Oriented Rock (AOR) | Classic Rock | Styles | Music Arena Rock | Classic Rock | Styles | Music ASIN: B000002TL1 Release Date: 1991-07-23

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