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Nixons
Foma
Genres: Alternative Rock, Pop, Rock

Track Listings (13) - Disc #1
1. Foma
2. Head
3. Sweet Beyond
4. Sister
5. Smile
6. JLM
7. Fellowship
8. Wire
9. Trampoline
10. Drink The Fear
11. Blind
12. Passion
13. Happy Song

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CD Details

All Artists: Nixons
Title: Foma
Members Wishing: 0
Total Copies: 6
Label: Fontana Mca
Original Release Date: 5/23/1995
Release Date: 5/23/1995
Genres: Alternative Rock, Pop, Rock
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Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPCs: 008811120924, 0008811120924, 008811120917, 008811120948

Synopsis

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The Nixons are one of the few bands hailing from Norman/Oklahoma City, but the foursome has nothing in common with the twisted psychedelia of the Flaming Lips or the transvestite punk of the Chainsaw Kittens. Its debut, Foma, is soulless, generic grunge. The album takes its title from author Kurt Vonnegut's phrase for meaningless lies that people live with to make themselves feel better-appropriate for a band that, given a different commercial environment, would probably sound like Poison. --Jim DeRogatis

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CD Reviews

I like it

Od Peltier | New Orleans | 07/29/2003

(4 out of 5 stars)

"There really are so many better records that one could buy for better songwriting, but I generally enjoy albums that are consistent, atmospheric and are therefore more than the sum of their parts. Most "best of" albums consist of good songs, but lack atmosphere and so are usually no more than the sum of their parts. Using this logic, Foma is one of my favourites - listenable songs, nothing too annoying, but an atmosphere and consistency that pulls it all together in a very satisfying manner (other favourites of mine using this reasoning include Live's Secret Samadi and Natalie Merchant's Ophelia). The boys here do put a good melody over a very chunky riff, which, if you're in the mood to let out a bit of steam, makes this a very fun album. A dredging of the mid-90s mass of guitar-toting wannabes wouldn't be a success if this fine album didn't get caught in the net."

The Nixons are awesome!

tobes17 | Greenville, NC United States | 03/09/2003

(4 out of 5 stars)

"They are a great band who deserve a ton of success!"

A work of art

Ryan Wicklund | michigan | 04/04/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I own all of the Nixons' cds, including the rare ones like six and halo. I love all of their music, and Foma especially. I've owned this cd for over 3 years, and it's still my favorite. I love the Metal/grunge/alternative sound that they put out, and every song on here is amazing. The lyrics are amazing, and have put a lot of my own thoughts into words that I could never have done myself. You need to buy this cd and all of their other cds, and go see them live. They're amazing!"

Pretty good, heavier than you might think

jaime_mateo | Montgomery Township, J.J. | 04/02/2000

(4 out of 5 stars)

"_Foma_ is a most excellent debut by Oklhoma City's the Nixons. Although the song "Sister" might lead you to believe otherwise, this CD actually has a hard rock edge to it with songs like "Foma," "Fellowship," and "Blind" balanced out with ballads like "Sister" and "The Passion." Liking music on the heavy side, I like this album very much, although I also like the Nixons' self-titled follow-up CD, as well, even though it is less heavy. Heavy or not, the Nixons create high-quality, enjoyable songs. I recommend this album to all fans of rock music."

Good lord, this is good music!

Kevin McDonald | Seattle | 11/29/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I had never heard the Nixons, so I decided to check them out on my friend's suggestion. I discovered upon listening to the clips that I actually knew "Sister", but I have no idea how. I like what I hear, so I buy the album. Wow! This is amazing! I mean, every song just blew me away! Where have these guys been? The musicianship is superb. The riffs are heavy yet catchy, the solos are amazing (this guy Jessie Davis could give Yngwie a run for his money!), the drumming is awesome, and the basslines are nice and fat. Not only that, but Zac, the singer, has a great set of pipes. I've certainly never heard anyone in a bathroom stall that could sing like that. Also, the lyrics are some of the best and most introspective I've heard from any band. I just wish they'd put all of them in the book, instead of just some of them (why do bands do that?). "Smile", "Wire", and "Drink the Fear" are particularly good, but man, there isn't a single bad song on here. The closing track, "Happy Song" is especially surprising. The whole album is pretty dark and brooding up to that point, and then there's this goofy song about nothing that's just a lot of fun. Perfection! I also really appreciate the very obvious Neil Young allusions in "Trampoline" (that guy rules!). And, "Passion" is a great acoustic track (but I don't get why she'd stay with the guy if she knew he didn't love her anymore?). Can't wait to learn how to play it. Dude, this is one of the best albums I've heard in a while, even rivaling the likes of AIC's "Dirt" and Nirvana's "Nevermind". I really wish I'd gotten this when it came out, I've really missed out on a gem and a half here. I can't believe these guys are from Oklahoma, I'd swear they were straight outta Seattle. If you love grunge (and dagnabbit, you'd better!), you need this album. BUY!!"