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In 2006, Danger Mouse is King Midas of the music world. He has an uncanny knack for creating jagged, dense, frenzied beats and odd, eerie, vivid soundscapes that never compromise the music's natural flow. Meanwhile, rapper and singer Cee-Lo, a veteran of Atlanta's Dirty South scene, has never been one to be constrained by hip-hop conventions, and is a willing partner in adventure. The result is an intrepid psychedelic blend of pop, hip-hop, soul, and rock that consistently challenges and delights. It's no wonder that "Crazy," with its modest riff, irresistible hook, and disarming opening line ("I remember when, I remember, I remember when I lost my mind") became a worldwide Internet sensation a full six months before the official release of St. Elsewhere. But that relatively simple soul-pop gem is the tamest track on this wide-ranging, often dark and introspective collaboration. (In fact, the duo considers Gnarls Barkley to be a wholly new creation, as opposed to a collaboration of existing artists.) "Everybody is somebody, but nobody wants to be themselves," Cee-Lo croons on "Who Cares?" He and Danger Mouse try very hard not to be their old selves as they creatively and confidently break down boundaries, but the brilliant cores of their musical personae--Cee-Lo's eccentric spiritual soul man and Danger's bold sonic explorer--remain. --Marc Greilsamer
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By B. Mehmet
Format:Audio CD
Owing to mixed reviews of St Elsewhere, I borrowed a friend's copy and at the end of my first listen I thought what a weird mix of styles and songs. But I played it again and by the third play I was hooked. This is a real mix of soul, funk and hip hop and it shouldn't really work but it does, mainly because of Cee-Lo's smooth vocals! At only 35 minutes it's quite a short album, but the most interesting thing will be the next release from this duo to see if they can sustain their new found fame.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By Demob Happy
Format:Audio CD
Much of the reviews for St Elsewhere evaulate all the tracks in relation to its mindblowing single 'Crazy'. While it is probably pertinent to mention that there are no other tracks that reach the sublime level of that song, it may also pertinent to say that Crazy is one of the best songs of the last five years and would dwarf most tracks on most albums by most artists. Putting Crazy aside, there is much to enjoy here, from Dangermouse's dynamic, shapeshifting - but not fussy - production, to Cee-Lo's powerful singing, nursery-rhyme raps, clever word-play and general explosive charisma. Fans of Gorillaz should love this for its humour, its sonic invention and its unique hybridity (soul, gospel, hip hop and electronica - amongst other things). There are some throwaway moments - mostly cartoonish sketches expanded out unsuccessfully to song length, but I will set those aside to focus on the highlights...
The title track brilliantly marries suurealist hip hop in the mold of CLOUDDEAD with bursts of Curtis Mayfield soul to devestating effect. Like Quannum stalwart Lyrics Born, Cee-lo cqn shift vocal ranges dramatically at the drop of a hat, constantly stimulating and surprising. Smiley Faces is the closest the album has to repeating Crazy's winning pop formula, all surf-guitar and gospel and great hooks. 'Just A Thought' continues Crazy's theme of mental illness to a darker, more uncomprimising extreme over thunderous, DJ Shadow-patented beats: "When I was lost I even found myself looking in the gun's direction / Well i've tried, everything but suicide / But yes it's crossed my mind". Necromancer is creepy but cartoonish hip hop about defiling dead bodies, while Storm Coming apes Latyrx's similar Storm Warning but they will be forgiven because it is so good. Finally The Last Time throws a little sex into the equation with Cee-Lo crooning over production that reminds me of Tricky's masterpiece Maxinquaye. Overall, it holds together nicely, and I hope that - like Gorillaz - this is not a one off gimmick and that they can surpass this with a sophmore effort.
The title track brilliantly marries suurealist hip hop in the mold of CLOUDDEAD with bursts of Curtis Mayfield soul to devestating effect. Like Quannum stalwart Lyrics Born, Cee-lo cqn shift vocal ranges dramatically at the drop of a hat, constantly stimulating and surprising. Smiley Faces is the closest the album has to repeating Crazy's winning pop formula, all surf-guitar and gospel and great hooks. 'Just A Thought' continues Crazy's theme of mental illness to a darker, more uncomprimising extreme over thunderous, DJ Shadow-patented beats: "When I was lost I even found myself looking in the gun's direction / Well i've tried, everything but suicide / But yes it's crossed my mind". Necromancer is creepy but cartoonish hip hop about defiling dead bodies, while Storm Coming apes Latyrx's similar Storm Warning but they will be forgiven because it is so good. Finally The Last Time throws a little sex into the equation with Cee-Lo crooning over production that reminds me of Tricky's masterpiece Maxinquaye. Overall, it holds together nicely, and I hope that - like Gorillaz - this is not a one off gimmick and that they can surpass this with a sophmore effort.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By Jones
Format:Audio CD
Dangermouse is at the top of his game at the moment, he is putting the midas touch on everything he touches - Demon Days was brilliant and so much better than the previous Gorillaz album (partly thanks to Danger), and the recent collaboration with MF Doom, entitled The Mouse & The Mask, is a straight-up masterpiece. If you like hip-hop, you need to check it out.
Gnarls Barkley is unlike either of the aforementioned projects - it really is elsewhere, as the name suggests. If you can compare it to anything, it would have to be Andre 3000's half of Outkast's output. The hyperactive beats and high-pitched vocals of opener 'Go Go Gadget Gospel' and 'Transformer', for example, would have sounded right at home on The Love Below.
But generally speaking, this album is original in its own right and defies comparison. The single 'Crazy' is a classic pop song, and was always destined for the number one spot - the sort of song that you hear on the radio and instantly notice and get excited about. Such songs are rare these days and, thankfully there are at least four or five of them on this album. The title track, 'Smiley Faces', 'Just A Thought' and 'Who Cares?' all catch you on the first listen and will continue to rock your Ipod for the Summer of 2006.
Gnarls Barkley is unlike either of the aforementioned projects - it really is elsewhere, as the name suggests. If you can compare it to anything, it would have to be Andre 3000's half of Outkast's output. The hyperactive beats and high-pitched vocals of opener 'Go Go Gadget Gospel' and 'Transformer', for example, would have sounded right at home on The Love Below.
But generally speaking, this album is original in its own right and defies comparison. The single 'Crazy' is a classic pop song, and was always destined for the number one spot - the sort of song that you hear on the radio and instantly notice and get excited about. Such songs are rare these days and, thankfully there are at least four or five of them on this album. The title track, 'Smiley Faces', 'Just A Thought' and 'Who Cares?' all catch you on the first listen and will continue to rock your Ipod for the Summer of 2006.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Very cool!
Only bought this CD coz of the song ''crazy'' and absolutely loved it! Make some more music please! I still don't know the rest of the songs on the CD as I only listened to... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Bell'Italia
4.0 out of 5 stars
Cracking debut for this brilliant band.
Cee Lo Green may now be better known for his solo work, but this is a brilliant document of the music that brought him to our attention initially. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Mr. M. L. Hawes
2.0 out of 5 stars
one track
I bought this for one track and that is all that gets played because it is not like anything else on the album. generally weak.
Published 20 months ago by bart4books
3.0 out of 5 stars
Misguided - clues is in the title....
Is this titled to suggest it was recorded in a psychiatric hospital?
Meandering collection of very good ideas, but ultimately - singles apart - left wholly undeveloped. Read more
Meandering collection of very good ideas, but ultimately - singles apart - left wholly undeveloped. Read more
Published on 13 Aug 2010 by Blackmale
4.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful experiment...
For the first time in ages I have been assualted and challenged by an album....Gnarls Berkley manages to pull in the past, twist it, reinvent it, and come up with a new mix, a new... Read more
Published on 19 Feb 2007 by C. A. Mccarthy
3.0 out of 5 stars
I almost wish I had bought it on CD to skip the weird bits
There are quite a few lovely great funkin' (I said funkin'..) tracks on here. 'Crazy' etc, but there are some tracks which are maybe not quite so easy to listen to for some... Read more
Published on 13 Jan 2007 by I-ONLY-WANT-VINYL!
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not Crazy About This Album
From reading some of the other reviews I have a feeling I'm one of many people who heard "Crazy" on it's heavy rotation on every station in the world and bought it on the strength... Read more
Published on 3 Dec 2006 by Benny Blanco from Bromley
5.0 out of 5 stars
Outstanding!
this is nearly my favourite album from 2006 i love it!!! its got excellent lyrics and excellent sound.
best song: crazy (classic)
recommended
best song: crazy (classic)
recommended
Published on 31 Oct 2006 by Carlby
5.0 out of 5 stars
Quality From Gnarls
Not sure why this album has had such poor reviews from other Amazon buyers. I think this album is absolutely awesome. Read more
Published on 11 Sep 2006 by R. Turner
1.0 out of 5 stars
Oh Dear
I bought this album on the strength of 'Crazy' and 'Smiley Faces' - big mistake!!
Very poor indeed. Read more
Very poor indeed. Read more
Published on 22 Aug 2006 by I. Kelly
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