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This CD displays FOCS' amazing a capella talents

Matt | 08/19/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"The first time I discovered the a cappella sounds of Five O'Clock Shadow, was when they came to my school and performed two years ago. Ever since then I've been hooked. Their sound is so different from anything I've ever heard. "Wonders of the World" takes this group to a new level. You think you hear electric guitars, drums, and other instruments but in fact it's the voices of the band members. The title track is a great song with a great beat. "Few and Far Between," the third track, slows the pace down a little as a heartfelt song. One of my favorite tracks, "I'm Right," includes a great lead vocal by Paul Pampinella. (By the way, what rhymes with latte? You'll have to check out the CD on that one.) "Aggression" has a distinct and edgy sound and includes amazing vocal percussion. "What's it All About" was one of my favorite songs from Five O'Clock Shadow's previous album "So There" (which is also great, by the way). And although the track on both albums is the same song, I like the sound of this new one even better. Throughout the CD, there are three interludes, which have no words, but showcase the group's amazing voices in a different way. The third interlude in particular shows David Stackhouse's talent as the vocal percussionist. And even when you think the CD is over, there's a little surprise at the end, which is very creative. You'll have to buy the CD to find out, but I'll give you a hint: Look at track 7. This CD is a must have for any a cappella fan and a great album for anyone else because of it's amazing sound. There is no real way to describe it; you just have to listen."