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Kool Keith: I'm Seein' Robots from 'Black Elvis/Lost In Space'
I got this album from BMG. It was on a list of the 50 Greatest Albums you've never heard. I was already a fan of 'Dr. Octogenecoligst', so I thought it was worth the try. I'm Seein' Robots is probably the easiest song to understand the meaning outside of the context of the album. Basically half of the album is through Black Elvis's perspective, including the women who want all this stuff and look at the same as every other woman, being basically robots. The other half of the album goes into sci fi themes and the idea of being lost in space. Clifton, Livin' Astro, Keith Turbo, and Intro are entertaining songs. The Intro consists of the lyrics, "This is the intro." In some way that strikes me as genius, and a sample of Keith's sense of humor.
Verdict: Never for the faint of heart. His hooks are catchy and erratic at the same time. His raps will blow you mind if you can keep up.
System of a Down: Lonely Day from 'Hypnotize' and Sad Statue, Old School Hollywood from 'Mezmerize'
I was well aware of Red's opinions on SOAD going into this, so I tried to find some stuff that represented a little bit different side of their music from this split double album. I thought Old School Hollywood was just quirky enough for his approval. Lonely Day tears at my heart every time I listen to it, you feel it in Doran's voice. Sad Statue is probably the best political message out of the group, something you can always count on from them. Still, I think there would be more to please Red's ear out of this album.
Verdict: You like Lonely Day, then be sure to here Soldier's Side. The softer heartbreak of Day with the good support of our soldiers. I think I should have picked Lost in Hollywood, quirky yet with more passion in its message. Question! has a bit of that screeching to it, but the song structure is very good. There is something here from everyone, and I will never stop trying to shove it down Red's throat. :)
The Zutons: Confusion, Dirty Dance Hall from 'Who Killed...'
I believe this was another recommendation from BMG and probably the best one I ever got. I love this album inside and out. They mix current and old sound. They are fresh but familiar. From the opening riff of Zuton Fever, the album just sort of feels alive. I love it when bands mix in horns. I haven't gone out listening to any of their follow up albums. That is something I need to do.
Verdict: It is hard to pin down any song that is a must listen to above another. Zuton Fever, Pressure Point, You Will You Won't, Havana Gang Brawl, Railroad, Nightmare Part II, and Moons and Horror Shows are all classics in my mind.
Tenacious D: Tribute from 'Tenacious D'
Yes it is old and predictable Jack Black, but it still makes me laugh. I thought about some of the other tracks and maybe I should have went for something not a popular, but Red said he didn't have the D.
Verdict: Kielbasa is a nice sexual song, F*%$ Her Gently just makes me laugh, The Road sounds like a Molly Hatchet song and City Hall is a nice little story song to finish out the album. Don't take it too seriously, just enjoy the humor and the tributes to rock n roll.
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This is sort off track, but your first few lines about Kool Keith reminded me of something I was thinking about the other day.
Remember toward the end of college, we did a 50 songs (maybe that's not the right number) list. I can't remember the exact perimeters of the list. It wasn't quite 50 favorite songs, but it was along those lines. I was thinking as I was making a long drive the other day of a couple things. One – what songs did I have on that list? (I think I may have in on my labtop somewhere. Second - how much has it changed in five years.
OK. Back to your post. I thought Zutons were pretty damn good. I think I've already said that. A lot of good things going on in their music.
I probably have some child-like dislike of SOAD. You know where there's no plausible explanation for not liking something (usually food), but I am still determined to not like it.
As far as Kool Keith goes, it takes me a long time to warm up to any rap music. Maybe this will grow on me in time. Anything is possible.
I find Jack Black, much like The Simpson characters, has become a parody of himself. Simply doing the kind of things you expect from him and not progressing.
You've got me stumped on that list. I hope you find it. I know my tastes have really evolved over the last couple years let alone what I refused to listen to in high school or College.
Some SOAD is offensive to the ears, there is no getting around that.
I went an bought the 2nd Zutons album this weekend with my b-day gifts. Have to see if it measures up.
I'll have dig out the labtop and check. I was thinking we made a CD with like 15 of them or something on it that we traded back and forth.
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