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~ Foo Fighters
4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (90 customer reviews)

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Product details

  • Audio CD (18 Jul 2000)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Format: Import
  • Label: Capitol
  • ASIN: B000007VYV
  • Other Editions: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (90 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 810,503 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Track Listings

1. Doll
2. Monkey Wrench
3. Hey, Johnny Park!
4. My Poor Brain
5. Wind Up
6. Up in Arms
7. My Hero
8. See You
9. Enough Space
10. February Stars
11. Everlong
12. Walking After You
13. New Way Home
14. Dear Lover [*]

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Amazon.co.uk Review
A major criticism of the Foo Fighters' self-titled debut was its supposed lack of, you know, passion among the well-crafted songs and well-crafted rock. This time out, if it's wreckage you want, it's wreckage you get. The Colour & the Shape grows deeper the more it's played, with the band's ripping power more than matched by Dave Grohl's fascinating examinations of pain and divorce. There is even a convincing long slow ballad, "November Stars", whose intensity should win over doubters. If that doesn't work, then the screaming "My Hero" will. --Rickey Wright

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Believe the hype!, 30 May 2004
This review is from: The Colour and the Shape (Audio CD)
Formed by former Nirvana drummer, Dave Grohl, Foo Fighters initially came under a lot of pressure from critics out to prove that Grohl was just cashing in on his former band's success. As if they hadn't been proven wrong enough by the excellent debut, they were sure to be eating their words when 'The Colour and the Shape' was released.

Often considered to be the Foos' best, the album is a collection of delicious pop-rock classics, full of bounce and melody. Unlike most bands within the genre, Foo Fighters have a real feeling of originality and depth behind their song writing.

The songs are generally built around soft and delicate sections which burst into the punked up choruses. There are also slight metal overtones which add an extra weight to the songs. Some of the best examples of this can be seen in 'Monkey Wrench', 'Hey, Johnny Park!' and 'My Hero'. Then there are quieter ballad moments, such as 'Doll' and 'Walking After You'. However, the standout track, many would agree, is the dream-like 'Everlong' - it simply has to be heard.

In short, 'The Colour and the Shape' is an essential album with some of the best tunes and melodies you will ever hear. Buy it.

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars One of their best, 23 Jul 2006
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This review is from: The Colour and the Shape (Audio CD)
This can easily be classed as one of the Foo's best albums. It has some brilliant tracks, 'Monkey Wrench', 'My hero' and the anthem 'Everlong', which are all simply outstanding. The whole album is superb though, very uplifting and just great rock, perfect for those summer days out. This is a great place to start if you're new to the foo's and an excellent addition for any existing foo fans, a must have album!
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars What can i say..., 2 April 2001
This review is from: The Colour and the Shape (Audio CD)
I dont think 1,000 words is enough to describe the awsomeness of this album,so rather than babble on i'll try to be brief. After Dave Grohl leaving Nirvana he has moved on to bigger and much much better things. The lyrics are incredible and even if you're not a huge Foo fan you will be impressed. The contrast of music is amazing,with a slow ballad (Doll) opening the album and leading into the racy Monkey Wrench afterwards you will listen to the album with enthusiastic intent. My personal favourite on the album is Hey,Johny Park! and my only complaint is that there's not enough of that wonderfull guitar solo by Grohl. The vocals aby Dave are incredible, with the calm, tranquil chords on Doll and yet the hugely powerful screaming (not at all gratuitous) in Enough Space and Monkey Wrench.

YOU HAVE TO OWN THIS ALBUM

Every song gets five stars.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Monkey Wrench
Monkey Wrench is one of my all time favourite tracks along with Walking After You.

Love it, love it, love it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars greatest songs ever
i mark this album as songs, not the album itself, as some other reviewers have also stated, foo fighters are a singles band, and not an albums band. Read more
Published on 20 April 2007 by adz101

5.0 out of 5 stars probably their best
an excellent album, laid down when the creative juices were really flowing (it must be so hard the longer you go on). the album is on my listmania greatest list. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Superb: their best album
This is the Foos' best album (and I've got 'em all). Everlong is one of the most phenomenal rock songs ever, Monkey Wrench is brilliantly catchy, Hey Jonny Park is fantastic, My... Read more
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3.0 out of 5 stars A fair effort.
The Foo Fighters have never really been an albums band. Their singles - usually synonymous with their videos, which are predominantly outstanding - are undisputedly brilliant, but... Read more
Published on 22 April 2006 by dynamitekid156

5.0 out of 5 stars Could it get better
Really this is the best foos album. Meny people say that the colour and the shape is meerly some sngels and a bunch of other not so great songs, these people are wrong. Read more
Published on 19 Mar 2006 by afoofan

5.0 out of 5 stars one of the best albums of all time
Doll- solid, easy-listening opener that lulls the reader into a false sense of security before the awesome opening riff of monkey wrench

Monkey Wrench- a fantastic, hard rocking... Read more

Published on 30 Jan 2006

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Follow Up
The production is alot better and the songs are just as excellent. The pure bliss of songs like Monkey Wrench, Everlong and Up In Arms raises the bar for others to follow. Read more
Published on 27 Jan 2006 by RICHARD RAYFIELD

3.0 out of 5 stars A BIT OVERATED!!!
I BOUGHT THIS ALBUM ON THE STRENGTH OF THE REVEIWS ON THIS PAGE AND ALTHOUGH THERE ARE 3 GREAT TRACKS AND A COUPLE OF OKAYS ,YOU'D REALLY HAVE TO WORSHIP FF TO GIVE THIS... Read more
Published on 29 Dec 2005 by gazzzzer

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