The B-52s Bomb The Funplex
Top of the morning, Morphizm pals. The B-52s have been out of the new release game for 16 years, believe it or not. But the doomed pop culture they left behind is in serious need of cheering up, and mobilizing for the future. Hence, their new effort, which I recently reviewed for Metromix:
The B-52s
Funplex
When guitarist Ricky Wilson, brother of Cindy, died of AIDS in 1985, the B-52’s went introspective. But they transformed into the party-starters of “Love Shack” soon after, and "Funplex" is one of their horniest, bounciest efforts to date. Whether it's the addictive title track or the G-spot theatrics of "Ultraviolet," the B-52’s want to energize your sex drive as much as your desire to vote. Even the thoughtful but overwrought "Too Much to Think About" steps aside for a sick surf solo from guitarist Keith Strickland, who built the crowded sound of "Funplex" with an eye on the beer keg... MORE @ METROMIX
Funplex
When guitarist Ricky Wilson, brother of Cindy, died of AIDS in 1985, the B-52’s went introspective. But they transformed into the party-starters of “Love Shack” soon after, and "Funplex" is one of their horniest, bounciest efforts to date. Whether it's the addictive title track or the G-spot theatrics of "Ultraviolet," the B-52’s want to energize your sex drive as much as your desire to vote. Even the thoughtful but overwrought "Too Much to Think About" steps aside for a sick surf solo from guitarist Keith Strickland, who built the crowded sound of "Funplex" with an eye on the beer keg... MORE @ METROMIX
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