Track Listings (11) - Disc #1| All Artists: Big Head Todd & the Monsters Title: Riviera Members Wishing: 1 Total Copies: 0 Label: Warner Bros / Wea Original Release Date: 1/1/2002 Re-Release Date: 3/26/2002 Genres: Pop, Rock, Classic Rock Styles: Adult Alternative, Jam Bands, Rock Jam Bands Number of Discs: 1 SwapaCD Credits: 1 UPC: 093624826620 |
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 | Big Head Todd & the Monsters Riviera Genres: Pop, Rock, Classic Rock
It's often been said that the studio recordings of the horribly named Colorado roots-rock trio Big Head Todd and the Monsters fail to accurately capture the fluent stylistic shifts the band makes effortlessly in concert. T... more » |
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Amazon.com It's often been said that the studio recordings of the horribly named Colorado roots-rock trio Big Head Todd and the Monsters fail to accurately capture the fluent stylistic shifts the band makes effortlessly in concert. That may be true, but it's hard to nitpick when the trade-off is the woodsy, well-crafted and smooth Americana showcased on their self-produced Riviera. Frontman Todd Park Mohr's honeyed voice falls somewhere between yearning and world weary, and when he gets harmonic assists, notably on standout tracks like the driving, poppy, soon-to-be-chestnut "Wishing Well," the results are quietly thrilling. The slow-cooking "Gary Indiana Blues" delivers just what you'd expect from a song with that title, while the melody within the pleading, propulsive album opener, "Julianna," is every bit as pretty as its protagonist, even if she's about to walk out the door on our man. Riviera isn't likely to bust open all kinds of new doors for the combo, but for their dedicated following--and anyone seeking so-honest-you-can-taste-it adult contemporary rock with shades of jazz and blues--you can't go wrong. --Kim Hughes Similarly Requested CDs
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CD ReviewsBustin' it-- Todd style kenhoeve | Irvine, Ca. | 02/01/2003 (5 out of 5 stars) "I've been following these guys since '93. I have every one of their albums, I'm that loyal. But I need to do something for the masses on this one, it is SO damned good. Do you want raw Telecaster guitar riffs? A voice that ranges from raspy blues to honeysweet folk? Lyrics driven by melody? And most importantly, an absolutely genius hook on almost every song? Todd writes, sings, and plays together as a package as good as anyone out there. His songs are pure energy, pure life, inspiration. This one will have you feeling good about everything, and especially the gift that is BHTM. Thanks guys." This album Rocks! Scott Horton | Walnut Creek, CA United States | 04/02/2002 (5 out of 5 stars) "Big Head Todd are Back! I thought Beautiful World was an o.k album. However, I like the earlier works much better. Another Mayberry is one of my favorite Todd albums. This album reminds me of the earlier stuff. No dissing to Hazel, but gone are the Back-up vocals, and the keyboards- Gone! Straight up Guitar, Bass, and Drums- kickin' Ass! Todd's vocals and lyrics are solid. I love the first song Julianna. The whole album is brilliant. If you like Big Head Todd and the Monsters, especially the earlier works, you will love this album. If you like straight up, good groovin' rock & roll, you will love this album. I can't wait for them to come back to the bay area, I hope they play the fillmore again- I've seen them there twice." BHTM has done it again, Good job guys! Scott Larson | Minneapolis, MN | 03/27/2002 (5 out of 5 stars) "I started my voyage to Big Head Todd and the Monster becoming my favorite band in 1993. Their album Sister Sweetly gave a new definition to the term rock and roll in midst of the grunge and alternative movement. The sounds of the "Sister Sweetly" their follow up album "Strategem" and now "Riviera" are all a soundtrack for real life. The raw emotion and power of their music will move you, and most likely inspire you to make the most out of living. The album "Midnight Radio" will probably always be my favorite album, but now with the release of "Riviera" I will have to give that some serious thought. So now that I have rambled on about my feelings toward the band I will give you my review. The new album from BHTM has everything that you expect form this band. The incredible guitar, and vocal work of Todd Park Mohr, and the strong flawless back up of Brian Nevin and Rob Sqires on the drums, bass, and backup vocals. As with all BHTM albums, this one too has a different sound but would fall into the Sister Sweetly and Strategem category. This album rocks from the beginning to the end. And although it was a VERY LONG 4 1/2 year wait for the release of this studio album it was definitely worth it. And to the guys from BHTM... Thank you for your music and all that it means to me."
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