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- Original Release Date: 19 Jun 2006
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| Play | 1. To Die A Virgin | 3:39 | £0.69 | ||
| Play | 2. Mother Dear | 3:47 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 3. Diva Lady | 4:16 | £0.69 | ||
| Play | 4. A Lady Of A Certain Age | 5:47 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 5. The Light Of Day | 4:23 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 6. Threesome | 1:10 | £0.69 | ||
| Play | 7. Party Fears Two | 4:02 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 8. Arthur C. Clarke's Mysterious World | 3:58 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 9. The Plough | 5:13 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 10. Count Grassi's Passage Over Piedmont | 3:32 | £0.89 | ||
| Play | 11. Snowball In Negative | 4:40 | £0.69 |
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36 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I can only concur with the previous reviews. This is arguably Mr Hannon's best album. The lushness of the previous album remains, but the pop sparkle and most of all, the wit, of Cassanova, returns. I would disagree that this is not immediately accessible. If the definition of a single was that it had to be melodically strong, hummable and have a smart lyric, then 7 of the 11 tracks here could be singles. The first 3/4 of the album (minus the piano instrumental "Threesome") are pure pop - the highlights being the hilariously painful "To Die A Virgin", Hannon's prettiest song to date "The Light Of Day" and the Associates' cover which gallops along thrillingly. Only during the closing 3 songs does Neil Hannon indulge in something a little more left-field - providing a very dramatic mini-symphony to close the album in style. The final track, "Snowball In Negative" is a beautiful piece of music and probably the finest song about fag ash ever (the only song about fag ash? Oh, don't nit-pick). Despite his clear influences, Neil Hannon really has calved out his own trademark style - memorable songs peppered with poignancy, panache, wit, dazzling musicianship and a little daring too. He's challenging you to call him a "smart arse". But you'd be wrong. He's a highly talented singer songwriter who, nine albums in, really seems to have reached new heights. Rejoice! On the basis of so many great albums, Neil Hannon clearly will make great music for the rest of his life. Don't even hesitate - Buy it!
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Whilst Hannon has always had a penchant for comic parodies of often ridiculed social groups, as reflected in earlier tracks such as "Woman of the World" and "National Express", what stand out in this album are the heart-rending tracks "Lady of A Certain Age", "The Light of Day" and "The Plough".
True, musically they are perhaps not the best tracks on the album - but the themes simply jump out and grab you.
A soul-searing, tear-jerkingly sublime offering from the Divine Comedy, that will delight fans and newcomers alike - So good that it prompted me to write my first, and probably only, Amazon review!
True, musically they are perhaps not the best tracks on the album - but the themes simply jump out and grab you.
A soul-searing, tear-jerkingly sublime offering from the Divine Comedy, that will delight fans and newcomers alike - So good that it prompted me to write my first, and probably only, Amazon review!
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I managed to get an advanced listen to the new album by Mr Hannon and i must say this, for me, is his best work yet. The album is not immedately as accessible as some of his other work but, give this one a few listens and you will be reminded of how talented this artist is and how unique the sound of his music has become.
It is evident that Hannon still knows how to compose a catchy pop tune. 'Diva Lady', the first single from the album is not as strong as some past single efforts but does leave it's mark. Given a listen or two, one will be hard-pushed to forget the catchy riff. Personally though, the pop masterpiece that is 'To Die a Virgin' is simply wonderfull and i hope this follows 'Diva Lady' onto the pop charts.
Possibly my favourite track on the album is 'Lady of a Certain Age' which forms an account of the desperate situation which befalls many an 'upper class' female with nothing but 'a chequebook and family tree' to bargain with in her latter years. The melody and arrangements on this tune are sublime and reflective of the album as a whole. Hannon has become one of the foremost arrangers of the modern music scene and this is highlighted in this album.
I would highly recommend this album to any fan of the band as they will no doubt adore it and also to those who simply wish to listen to something that bit different. This is a great example of an artist demonstrating what they do best. A fabulous aural journey from start to finish
It is evident that Hannon still knows how to compose a catchy pop tune. 'Diva Lady', the first single from the album is not as strong as some past single efforts but does leave it's mark. Given a listen or two, one will be hard-pushed to forget the catchy riff. Personally though, the pop masterpiece that is 'To Die a Virgin' is simply wonderfull and i hope this follows 'Diva Lady' onto the pop charts.
Possibly my favourite track on the album is 'Lady of a Certain Age' which forms an account of the desperate situation which befalls many an 'upper class' female with nothing but 'a chequebook and family tree' to bargain with in her latter years. The melody and arrangements on this tune are sublime and reflective of the album as a whole. Hannon has become one of the foremost arrangers of the modern music scene and this is highlighted in this album.
I would highly recommend this album to any fan of the band as they will no doubt adore it and also to those who simply wish to listen to something that bit different. This is a great example of an artist demonstrating what they do best. A fabulous aural journey from start to finish
Most Recent Customer Reviews
One for the hardcore fans
Not that the DC have anyone "hardcore".
I love it but if I was looking to get into the DC I would suggest Casanova or even Bang Goes the Knighthood. Read more
I love it but if I was looking to get into the DC I would suggest Casanova or even Bang Goes the Knighthood. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Puffinsnotreal
Wonderful wit!
The Divine Comedy are a classic, witty and wonderful group of musicians whom I have long enjoyed. Nick Hannon has a fine wit. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Mrs. Jennifer A. Keane
Genius
It's very safe to say that Neil Hannon has the midas touch with his musical output, but it's sadly also true that nowhere near enough people have heard his work. Read more
Published on 4 Mar 2010 by Mr. M. L. Hawes
Victory for The Divine Comedy... and for Julie McKee?!
This is a great album. We start of with To Die a Virgin, which is humorously described as the worst possible fate. A comical mixture of happy-musical vehicle and morbid theme. Read more
Published on 4 Jun 2008 by Robert Knowles
DIVINE INTERVENTION
Neil Hannon operates in a world of his own. Under the moniker of the Divine Comedy he has racked up a string of hit singles and albums, won the critics over and now has a sizeable... Read more
Published on 11 Mar 2008 by Mr. Christopher J. Welch
Simply Divine
I love The Divine Comedy. I love the fact that they're posh, clever, effete - all the things you're not supposed to be in the grubby world of rock 'n' roll. Read more
Published on 17 Jan 2008 by Kevin Clarke
Up there amongst Neil Hannon's best
The music press have been hailing this album as a `return to form' and 'his best album since Casanova' when, truthfully, Neil Hannon has been releasing consistently fantastic music... Read more
Published on 9 Sep 2007 by A. Sweeney
Keep COUNTing
Count Grassi's Passage Over Piedmont is the greatest 'song' ever written. Lyrically poetic, musically complex and gorgeous.
Published on 26 Aug 2007 by Mr. P. F. Mcsorley
Divine Victory
Songs that will rip your heart out, melt it and pop it back in again.
Published on 19 Jun 2007 by JGH
A slight reply....
Further to Clive Winston's comments above, I'd like to say that the fine cover version of Party Fears Two on this album is far from pointless. Read more
Published on 21 April 2007 by W. Morrison
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