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Track Listings
| 1. Rize Of The Fenix |
| 2. Low Hangin' Fruit |
| 3. Classical Teacher |
| 4. Señorita |
| 5. Deth Starr |
| 6. Roadie |
| 7. Flutes & Trombones |
| 8. The Ballad Of Hollywood Jack And The Rage Kage |
| 9. Throw Down |
| 10. Rock Is Dead |
| 11. They F****d Our A***s |
| 12. To Be The Best |
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Rize of the Fenix is the band’s first studio album in over six years. Rize of the Fenix is the third album from the group and is the follow-up to 2006’s The Pick of Destiny and 2001’s platinum debut album Tenacious D. From their concentrated effort emerged 13 profoundly evocative tracks, the making of which the band describes as a “journey similar to that of Gandolph in The Lord of the Rings.”
Rize of the Fenix was recorded over the past six years as Tenacious D went back to their roots. “We recorded down and dirty in a friend’s garage with a shoestring budget of 600 dollars, much like Nirvana's first album Bleach, or the Beatles first album, Help. Rough and yet a masterpiece."
Rize of the Fenix was recorded over the past six years as Tenacious D went back to their roots. “We recorded down and dirty in a friend’s garage with a shoestring budget of 600 dollars, much like Nirvana's first album Bleach, or the Beatles first album, Help. Rough and yet a masterpiece."
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11 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By Max Watt
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This could be - and I'm still mulling this over as of yet - Tenacious D's best album to date. For me, it doesn't have the same addictive, "short but sweet" vibe as P.O.D, but it's certainly the strongest thing they've done. It branches out, it experiments, and each track has something new to add to the table. Don't worry though, it still has many traits of the classic D. It has that effortless, smooth rhythm that defines their sound.
1) Rize of the Fenix - A great opening song. Slow melodic start, and then the speed picks up and...The D is back! There's nothing amazingly different about it but it sure as hell reminds you just why you love the band. Reminds me of "City Hall", and that's certainly not a bad thing!
2) Low Hanging Fruit - This one is interesting. It's unusually fast for this band. It expands their talents and manages to be very addictive too. What's more, it has that balance of soft acoustic and distorted electric guitar which melds together for great effect.
3) Classical Teacher - The first skit of the album. You'll have to make up your own mind about this...humour is subjective. What the hell am I saying, you're a D fan! Funny stuff!
4) Senorita - Another new sound. I've just been reminded why I love Kyle's guitar-playing. At this point we're seeing some serious variety. The explosive ending is classic Tenacious D.
5) Deth Starr - Nice relaxing opening, then BANG! Addictive, fast-paced riffs and smooth flowing vocals from Mr Jack Black. You'll be singing along with this one, I guarantee.
6) Roadie - This one seems to be getting a lot of praise, but it doesn't do much for me. Objectively, I can see that it's a good song, but for me, there's nothing captivating about it.... Read more ›
1) Rize of the Fenix - A great opening song. Slow melodic start, and then the speed picks up and...The D is back! There's nothing amazingly different about it but it sure as hell reminds you just why you love the band. Reminds me of "City Hall", and that's certainly not a bad thing!
2) Low Hanging Fruit - This one is interesting. It's unusually fast for this band. It expands their talents and manages to be very addictive too. What's more, it has that balance of soft acoustic and distorted electric guitar which melds together for great effect.
3) Classical Teacher - The first skit of the album. You'll have to make up your own mind about this...humour is subjective. What the hell am I saying, you're a D fan! Funny stuff!
4) Senorita - Another new sound. I've just been reminded why I love Kyle's guitar-playing. At this point we're seeing some serious variety. The explosive ending is classic Tenacious D.
5) Deth Starr - Nice relaxing opening, then BANG! Addictive, fast-paced riffs and smooth flowing vocals from Mr Jack Black. You'll be singing along with this one, I guarantee.
6) Roadie - This one seems to be getting a lot of praise, but it doesn't do much for me. Objectively, I can see that it's a good song, but for me, there's nothing captivating about it.... Read more ›
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Mr Piechee
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Lets start off with the packaging. This album comes in a cardboard sleeve, like some free CD you get in a paper. Not a good start.
The first track on the album Is about the bad reviews of the previous album and how this one is going to elevate TD back to their debut. However, I actually liked pick of destiny - it wasn't as good as their first release but and solid album. The album is entirely the type of tracks used as comical filler in previous albums, with nothing that stands out. Everything seems so crude, lacking the edge that tipped previous records into the funny arena.
I want to recommend this album, but after writing the above I realise thats just stupid. Before it was released they had a 'free preview' where you could listen to the entire album on their website - it might still be around, have a listen before you buy.
The first track on the album Is about the bad reviews of the previous album and how this one is going to elevate TD back to their debut. However, I actually liked pick of destiny - it wasn't as good as their first release but and solid album. The album is entirely the type of tracks used as comical filler in previous albums, with nothing that stands out. Everything seems so crude, lacking the edge that tipped previous records into the funny arena.
I want to recommend this album, but after writing the above I realise thats just stupid. Before it was released they had a 'free preview' where you could listen to the entire album on their website - it might still be around, have a listen before you buy.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Considering this album was over four years in the making it's a bit of a let down. I am a big Tenacious D fan and went to see their show recently...but those who have given it five stars are kidding themselves. This is nowhere near the standard of their first (and best) album, either in terms of rock music or comedy.
It actually feels a bit rushed. A couple of songs feel like they're there to make up numbers and several others have some tasty riffs that are crying to be expanded on but end up falling short of what I would expect. To top it off it's just not as funny as their other albums.
Only two songs really stand out for me - the title track 'Rize of the Fenix' and the excellent 'Roadie'. So to sum up, rare glimpses of the original Tenacious D still shine through to make it worth a listen...but it's not the sort of album that you'll want to listen to from start to end time and time again.
It actually feels a bit rushed. A couple of songs feel like they're there to make up numbers and several others have some tasty riffs that are crying to be expanded on but end up falling short of what I would expect. To top it off it's just not as funny as their other albums.
Only two songs really stand out for me - the title track 'Rize of the Fenix' and the excellent 'Roadie'. So to sum up, rare glimpses of the original Tenacious D still shine through to make it worth a listen...but it's not the sort of album that you'll want to listen to from start to end time and time again.
8 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By Matt
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Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
After Pick of Destiny (both the movie and the album) were declared flops (I still thought they were great, but I am a big fan) it was questionable whether or not they would release another album. Well that was nearly six years ago but thankfully they're back and they're better than ever.
I will admit that of the three albums, PoD is the weakest by far so this album being a return to form will be a great comfort to all the fans. Opening with the track of the same name, the D themselves are admitting that PoD could have gone better and this track is a perfect opener. Starting with acoustic guitar and building throughout until by the end your stereo/headphones will be blasting away, reducing your ears to barely recognisable appendages (unless you have the volume set to a sensible level but why? Why would you do that? This is a Tenacious D album!)
In my opinion there's not a bad track on the whole album but the highlights for me include Roadie (a salute to the unseen road crew, although I love this because I've spent years working backstage!), Flutes and Trombones (had me in stitches), Rock is Dead (shame it's not longer, it's a great track), They F**ked Our A**es and To Be The Best.
There's not as many dialogue tracks this time round which is a bit of a shame. They didn't take a lot of time on the first album but they added a lot of laughs. In fact, there are only two on Rize of the Fenix compared to seven on the original album (Flutes and Trombones as mentioned above being one of them).
At just over forty minutes in length, this album finishes far too soon and leaves you wanting more. Hopefully this time we won't have to wait six more years for the D to rize again...again!
I will admit that of the three albums, PoD is the weakest by far so this album being a return to form will be a great comfort to all the fans. Opening with the track of the same name, the D themselves are admitting that PoD could have gone better and this track is a perfect opener. Starting with acoustic guitar and building throughout until by the end your stereo/headphones will be blasting away, reducing your ears to barely recognisable appendages (unless you have the volume set to a sensible level but why? Why would you do that? This is a Tenacious D album!)
In my opinion there's not a bad track on the whole album but the highlights for me include Roadie (a salute to the unseen road crew, although I love this because I've spent years working backstage!), Flutes and Trombones (had me in stitches), Rock is Dead (shame it's not longer, it's a great track), They F**ked Our A**es and To Be The Best.
There's not as many dialogue tracks this time round which is a bit of a shame. They didn't take a lot of time on the first album but they added a lot of laughs. In fact, there are only two on Rize of the Fenix compared to seven on the original album (Flutes and Trombones as mentioned above being one of them).
At just over forty minutes in length, this album finishes far too soon and leaves you wanting more. Hopefully this time we won't have to wait six more years for the D to rize again...again!
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing
Tenacious d never fail to make me laugh and get me through my day there other two albums outstanding this one out of this world 13 new songs and if you get the deluxe edition you... Read more
Published 15 days ago by jake Jones
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Tenacious D are back!
Was a bit unsure that they could do it for a third time. I don't think their last album "POD" was that successful. Read more
Published 3 months ago by K. Hitchen
5.0 out of 5 stars
It's time to throw down!
Another great album by the D, this one is full of rocking tracks and hilarious lyrics. One of my favorite albums already and it is most certainly time to throw down.
Published 4 months ago by Martin Parsons
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cracking!
What a cracking album. There was the amazing first album, the weak second album and now the third back to top form album. Loved it from first listen!!
Published 6 months ago by silvers
5.0 out of 5 stars
fantastic album, tenacious at their best
This is a great album, I was really unsure when I first heard it but like with all of Tenacious D's music it really grows on you and this album captures their unique acoustic rock... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mr. Ja Doherty
1.0 out of 5 stars
Seriously!
Ok,
Tenacious D get a grip this is by far not even close to the first album! it just isn't. The D are funny guys don't get me wrong but up against the the great and wonderful... Read more
Tenacious D get a grip this is by far not even close to the first album! it just isn't. The D are funny guys don't get me wrong but up against the the great and wonderful... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Blue Card
4.0 out of 5 stars
Tenacious D
Tenacious D put a smile on my face. Must listen to this more. Would have probably preferred the CD but the MP3 album was cheaper.
Published 6 months ago by N. Gent
5.0 out of 5 stars
The fire never went out for me!!
TD hit the spot for me as I have always liked the mix of music & humour. Rock should be fun, not bogus. Read more
Published 9 months ago by M. Lansdowne
5.0 out of 5 stars
You can get a new Tenacious D tattoo
I think I've listened to this album now about 500 times, and still going strong.
There are things I don't like about this album and there are things I love. Read more
There are things I don't like about this album and there are things I love. Read more
Published 9 months ago by simon211175
5.0 out of 5 stars
amazing album CD and DVD after 6 years
this album arrived today at my house I unsealed it and liked the design of the front cover a fenix with like a nose for a body i listened to the cd and i think that its the best... Read more
Published 9 months ago by sean byford
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