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CD Review:
Joel Gibb's first release is a tirade of sweetness that reminds you of Belle and Sebastian circa Tigermilk in that the meanness is wrapped up in a pleasant package. Singing about things that would be considered blasphemous in earlier days, behind the sounds of acoustic guitar and glockenspiel, Gibb shows his derision for the institution (Christian Church) that is the savior of many people. Its stance on homosexuality leaves it open to any form of criticism in Gibb's opinion with the tone of many of the songs on this CD. Gibb had an axe to grind and he did it very well.
The album is blatantly gay, which is refreshing, as Gibb makes it easy on the listener to understand where he comes from. His wit and sarcasm is worn on his sleeve and it can't help bring a wry smile on your face as you imagine a parish priest either chasing off Gibb's stoned mutual masturbation group from church property or inviting them inside to really party.
Scott D. Brown
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| Band |
Heart |
| Album Title |
Dreamboat Annie |
| Date Of Release |
1976 |
| Genre |
Rock |
| Official Website |
www.heart-music.com |
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CD Review:
Heart's best album was their first, and this is it. Dreamboat Annie has all Heart's best songs except for "Barracuda" (off the 1977 album Little Queen). On this album, which contains some of the best rock music produced by females, are the greats "Magic Man." "Dreamboat Annie," and their overall best track "Crazy On You." This is Heart at its best, before they went soft, shown best on the self-titled album in 1985 which culminated their end in this reviewer's mind.
Anne Wilson's voice on Dreamboat Annie is at its best and her sister Nancy's electric guitar is at its most raw. Looking back, people tend to forget about Heart, but they were "hard-rocking" back when most female dominated bands were playing soft stuff so they deserve more attention. This and Little Queen are their best music, forget everything after, it's quite disappointing.
Full Spectrum Staff
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