First Band On The Moon Music Cd

The Cardigans - First Band On The Moon

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First Band on the Moon      Artist : The Cardigans      List Price : $10.98 USD        ProductGroup: Music      Release Date : 1996-09-17      Studio : Polygram Records      Label : Polygram Records      Avg. Customer Rating : (58 reviews)

Reviews Customer Reviews for First Band On The Moon      full of contrasts that may take the listener off guard      Rating:      Sugary pop melodies with a 60s-retro vibe, music that at first appears happy...but upon further listening turns out to be more melancholy, or comfortably sad than anything else, with really dark depressing lyrics--the Cardigans produced music full of contrasts that may take the listener off guard--not knowing what to think... "First Band on the Moon" (1996) the band's third album, remains their masterpiece. The potential apparent on the band's first two albums "Emmerdale" (1994) and "Life" (1995) is fully realized here. While most famous for the irresistible hit "Lovefool," "First Band on the Moon" is full of great songs, never missing a beat from start to finish. With soaring melodies, fantastic orchestral arrangements and an ample supply of hooks, these songs are totally infectious and satisfying. But beneath the cheerfulness and cheekiness that first grab holds of you lies a profound sadness. While the melodies at first appear seemingly blissful, there is a strong undercurrent of melancholy in them, producing a sort of bi-polar effect. Same goes for the lyrics. Singer Nina Persson's engaging voice may convey cheeriness at, but the lyrics convey a strong sense of loneliness and longing. One of the best pop albums of the 1990s.     Customer Reviews for First Band On The Moon Cd      Very unique!      Rating:      I like the vocals. Her voice fits the music and never goes off key or gets whiny. The lyrics are insigtful and reality based. They cover many topics such as one night stands, failing relationships and the inner most workings of somebodys emotions and their heartstrings being played. The melodys are catchy and the grooves lure me in for the final slaughter. The Bass guitar is played very well. The guitars and drums are good too. It is refreshing to hear a pop band that plays real instruments. I recomend this highly. It sounds great, it's easy to find and never gets old. -Dre