- Audio CD (4 July 2000)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Format: Import
- Label: Imports
- ASIN: B00004T8J5
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Vinyl
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 378,605 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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Track Listings
| Disc: 1 |
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| 1. Drygioni |
| 2. Ymaelodi A'r Ymylon |
| 3. Y Gwyneb Iau |
| 4. Dacw Hi |
| 5. Nythod Cacwn |
| 6. Pan Ddaw'r Wawr |
| 7. Ysbeidiau Heulog |
| 8. Y Teimlad |
| 9. Sarn Helen |
| 10. Gwreiddiau Dwfn/Mawrth Oer Ar Y Blaned Neifion |
| Disc: 2 |
| 1. Cryndod Yn Dy Lais |
| 2. Trons Mr Urdd |
| 3. Calimero |
| 4. Sali Mali |
| 5. (Nid) Hon Yw'r Gan Sy'n Mynd I Achub Yr Laith |
Product Description
Amazon.co.uk Review
The idea of releasing a Welsh language album into the unforgiving musical marketplace might sound like commercial suicide, but Mwng is the sound of Britain's finest anarchic-surrealist pop act blossoming anew after the dissolution of their previous label, Creation. Released on Super Furry Animal's own Placid Casual imprint in collaboration with Welsh über-indie label Ankst, Mwng harks back, misty-eyed, to the Furries' pre-Creation past--most notably on the gentle acoustic psychedelia of "Y Gwyneb Iau", or the quaint, otherworldly folk of "Pan Ddaw'r Wawr". Mwng is no mere curio, though. SFA's deeper musical excavations come shrouded in a mystical grandeur that infuses the best experimental Welsh music, from Gorky's Zygotic Mynci to little-known Welsh musical pioneers Datblygu (whose hymnal "Y Teimlad" is covered here). And fear not, because the Furries haven't forgotten how to pull off the odd glam-rock stomper--see the sun-flecked, sax-heavy "Ysbeidiau Heulog". Super Furry Animals might sing in Welsh, but on Mwng, they speak the universal language of pop --Louis Pattison
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Looking through these reviews, it seems that many people feel the need to mitigate the fact that this album is in Welsh. I understand this - they are trying to win over people whom they are afraid will be put off by this feature, but I have to ask: how often do lyrics enhance pop songs? In my view, except with a very few bands, most lyrics are either indifferent or, at their worst, actually harmful to songs. It seems musical talent is more widespread than poetic talent. I don't know how it is, but lyrics often seem better when you can't understand them. Perhaps it's like a magician on stage - he mustn't reveal too much, or the illusion is spoiled. That's how I feel about this album. The mystery and wonder generated by Gruff's singing in a language I don't know, yet somehow still communicating, is far more valuable to me than knowing exactly what words he is using. I don't need to know the lyrics - his voice, the music itself, tells me, and you, what they are saying far more eloquently than words could. Well, that's what I think, anyway.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
In attempting to write a review for Mwng I've basically answered the three questions that I wanted to know before buying it. Firstly, what's it like? Well its SFA on a shoestring budget. That is, you still get the top-notch quality songs/production but they come with a more limited instrumental/vocal scope (still its SFA so you still get more than your average band). Secondly, will the fact that its a welsh language album bother me? I don't know. One earlier reviewer seemed to suggest that you could listen to Mwng as a chill out album, and thus overlook the melodies. However, I have found this not to be the case. Gruff's melodies are just as poignant as ever, if not more so, to the point that on many occasions I have found myself singing along to the songs not knowing what the hell he, or I, are on about. Stupid heh? And finally, is it their best album? No, that honor goes to the superb Rings Around The World (especially the DVD version). Nevertheless, Mwng is my favorite SFA album as it has been crafted in such a beautifully manner, with an abundance of breathtaking brass sections that, coupled with the reduced instruments/vocals, give it an unmistakable warm feeling. My only word of caution is that Mwng is a slow starter/burner (albeit this does seem to be the case for most SFA albums).
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
"This House congratulates Super Furry Animals on their chart topping new album 'Mwng'; notes that this is the best selling Welsh-language album of all time; notes that the Welsh language is re-establishing itself as a central part of popular youth culture; and that that this album is a celebration of Welsh culture embracing the new wave of confidence in the Welsh nation."
It's true. Plaid Cymru members of parliament congratulated the Furries.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
quality albwm
beth alla i dweud? it's all in the title of his piece. da iawn i chi, bois, a phob lwc yn y dyfodol.
Published on 7 Mar 2004 by David Hill
Hum...
I heard one of the songs on a local radio station hear in Tuscaloosa Alabama(!). Although I have no clue what the lyrics are I still like this album. Read more
Published on 5 Dec 2001
cool as ever
The music's classic indie, but it's SFA so it's never going to be boring. The album's extremely varied in style, although not as experimental (or just plain mental) as previous... Read more
Published on 26 Jan 2001
The best welsh language album I have ever listened to!
I love this album. In fact I'm going to buy the 2CD US import today for the extra tracks.
The music is rich and diverse, sounding like the Beach Boys in one moment and then Neil... Read more
Published on 29 Sep 2000
Great music, do we need to know what they are saying ?
As usual the Super Furries do not disappoint. This album, which is ludicrously ambitious, delivers the same quality that SFA's fans have become accustomed to.
Published on 2 Sep 2000
A really good, laid back album.
This is much more laid back and traditional than the last Super Furries album "Guerilla", which was quite wild and experimental, but it's not just boring indie. Read more
Published on 17 Aug 2000
I struggle to even say its name, but it is a must have
The most welsh I had ever heard before buying the album was the really long name of that train station, but with having all the other SFA albums and loving them I had to see what... Read more
Published on 16 Jun 2000 by tom.p@lineone.net
Cryptic, convoluted, and gorgeous.
Releasing an entire album in Welsh is a bold step for arguably the most innovative of the current crop of bands from Wales, but it's another great album nonetheless. Read more
Published on 17 May 2000 by gareth_wooster@hotmail.com
Another Super Furry masterpiece
Mwng is the sound of a band at ease with their position in the alternative rock world.From the blank sleeve to the Welsh verse, this is a bold statement of intent from one of the... Read more
Published on 16 May 2000
SFA's first all-Welsh album keeps their reputation intact.
Mwng is a fine piece of innovative music. Pigeonholing it into a specific genre is an arduous task. The fact that all the lyrics are in Welsh doesn't detract from the strengths of... Read more
Published on 16 May 2000 by bj@japan99.freeserve.co.uk
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