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Fun vintage novelty rock n roll (3.5 stars)

TimothyFarrell22 | Massachusetts | 08/14/2005

(3 out of 5 stars)

"Of course, those who actually know the name Nervous Norvus are either devoted listeners of Dr. Demento or one hit wonder fans {both camps are familiar with the classic "Transfusion"). If you enjoy that single, you'll probably enjoy this collection, which is really all the Nervous Norvus you'll need. Its far from great art, but it was never meant to be. Looking back it is dated and surreal, but still fun for fans of this type of music. Jimmy Drake (the alter ego of Nervous Norvus) was reasonably innovative in his use of sound effect for novelty records. Its interesting how he used sound effects from a library or archive and inserted them into his songs, making them an accompaniment for his one man band. The songs themselves are amusing if not laugh out loud funny, and are strange enough to appeal to fans of outsider music. The themes include prehistoric times, flying saucers and sci-fi, and even a song about a clockmaker slowly going insane. A fun if unessential addition to the library of those who enjoy either novelty of strange music."

Red Blanchard & Nervous Norvus fans rejoice!

Bear in the Canyon | Albuquerque, New Mexico USA | 10/05/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Great CD for you dinosaurs who remember listening to the Red Blanchard show in the Bay Area in the early to mid 50s and digging his Nervous Norvus platter-spinning. Some rare demos included here and some downright strange music. Mmmm-bully-bully-bully-bully..."

50s novelty hit "Transfusion" is still hilarious!

J. McClain | Lonoke, AR USA | 06/10/2007

(4 out of 5 stars)

"My husband has wanted a copy of this song on CD for years, I purchased it as part of his birthday! He has played it continuously since receiving it! It is a hilarious song, written by the crazy Nervous Norvus! Get it if you remember the song....it's worth the price!"