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Flipron - Biscuits For Cerberus
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Andrew W
Format:Audio CD
From the slow burning opener, "Cerberus Is As Cerberus Does" to the smouldering final track, "The Man Who was Eaten By A Pie", this is a truly breathtaking album.
Flipron can raise a smile one minute (see "Mingers In Paradise")and goosebumps the next (see the epic "Flatpack Bride Of Possibilities").
They can also deliver killer pop tunes like "Youth Shall Never Beat Old Age In A Race" or "Dogboy Vs Monsters".
There is no point trying to describe Flipron's sound in terms of other bands or genres... They sound like Flipron; your new favourite band.
Flipron can raise a smile one minute (see "Mingers In Paradise")and goosebumps the next (see the epic "Flatpack Bride Of Possibilities").
They can also deliver killer pop tunes like "Youth Shall Never Beat Old Age In A Race" or "Dogboy Vs Monsters".
There is no point trying to describe Flipron's sound in terms of other bands or genres... They sound like Flipron; your new favourite band.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By SueCo
Format:Audio CD
Well, I've already said I saw the band at my local art centre and was immediately enthused by their originality, musical talent, incredible lyrics and all round entertainment value.
'Biscuits for Cerberus' (the mythical, many headed dog, reputed to guard the entrance to the underground kingdom of the dead) is Flipron's second album, released in 2006.
It is equally as addictive as their first and every track is different and unique.
Track 8: 'The End of Summer' has the vague wistfullness of Nick Drake's work and I promised myself I wouldn't mention influences.
How do I know?
Is name dropping the height of pomposity?
Never the less, here I go.
I detect touches of Frank Zappa, maybe The Sensational Alex Harvey Band, surely The Doors and sometimes Jesse's vocal delivery reminds me of that wonderful poet, John Cooper Clark.
So, at the gig, just a few weeks ago, I bought their most recent CD, released 2008 'Gravity Calling'...loved it and HAD to buy Flipron's first two albums, which I've reviewed.
I cannot recommend this brilliant band too highly.
'Biscuits for Cerberus' (the mythical, many headed dog, reputed to guard the entrance to the underground kingdom of the dead) is Flipron's second album, released in 2006.
It is equally as addictive as their first and every track is different and unique.
Track 8: 'The End of Summer' has the vague wistfullness of Nick Drake's work and I promised myself I wouldn't mention influences.
How do I know?
Is name dropping the height of pomposity?
Never the less, here I go.
I detect touches of Frank Zappa, maybe The Sensational Alex Harvey Band, surely The Doors and sometimes Jesse's vocal delivery reminds me of that wonderful poet, John Cooper Clark.
So, at the gig, just a few weeks ago, I bought their most recent CD, released 2008 'Gravity Calling'...loved it and HAD to buy Flipron's first two albums, which I've reviewed.
I cannot recommend this brilliant band too highly.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By P. J. Willis
Format:Audio CD
I'll admit straight out that I'm a fan of Flipron, but I'll try and give a balanced review.
This is their second album and while there may not be anything as immediately catchy as Hungamunga or as anthemic as Big Baboon (although Big and Clever comes close), it is definitely a grower. I've listened to it a lot (hence the delay in writing this review) and some of the songs, particularly "Youth Shall Never Beat Old Age in a Race" and "Flat Pack Bride of Possibilities" are simply superb.
Jesse Budd manages to pack more words into a song than most artists do in an entire record and more ideas in an album than most in their whole careers. Some of the themes explored in Fancy Blues are evident (old age and dying), but there are also totally mad moments like Dogboy vs Monsters that outshine Alex Harvey at his best.
The woozy French cabaret feel that permeated through Fancy Blues has been reduced, but their overall sound remains intact. The muscianship is superb throughout with several noises that are just unidentifiable.
There are weak moments, in particular "The Man Who WAs Eaten by a Pie" isn't up to scratch but, if you haven't heard of Flipron before, then buy this but also get Fancy Blues to see how they have progressed.
This is their second album and while there may not be anything as immediately catchy as Hungamunga or as anthemic as Big Baboon (although Big and Clever comes close), it is definitely a grower. I've listened to it a lot (hence the delay in writing this review) and some of the songs, particularly "Youth Shall Never Beat Old Age in a Race" and "Flat Pack Bride of Possibilities" are simply superb.
Jesse Budd manages to pack more words into a song than most artists do in an entire record and more ideas in an album than most in their whole careers. Some of the themes explored in Fancy Blues are evident (old age and dying), but there are also totally mad moments like Dogboy vs Monsters that outshine Alex Harvey at his best.
The woozy French cabaret feel that permeated through Fancy Blues has been reduced, but their overall sound remains intact. The muscianship is superb throughout with several noises that are just unidentifiable.
There are weak moments, in particular "The Man Who WAs Eaten by a Pie" isn't up to scratch but, if you haven't heard of Flipron before, then buy this but also get Fancy Blues to see how they have progressed.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Give them a biscuit for this one!
Well, I know Pete who owns Tiny Dog Records, the label for the Flipron boys, but that has not influenced me. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Andrew Fell
5.0 out of 5 stars
sorry forgot to give stars in last comment
I have all Flipron's albums and I think this is my fave - especially flat pack bride - brilliant poetry!!
Published on 30 May 2009 by D. S. Wales
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