Born Under [Original recording reissued, Original recording remastered]

Martin Zellar | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (November 4, 2003)
• Original Release Date: 1994
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Original recording reissued, Original recording remastered
• Label: Rykodisc
• ASIN: B0000DIMOO
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #84,461 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This Stuff is Just Amazing, June 9, 2001

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Gear Daddy (Virginia, MN United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Born Under (Audio CD)

I've been a fan of Martin Zellar's ever since I came across some music from his old band, The Gear Daddies. After listening to his solo debut, I'm an even bigger fan. The songs on Born Under make up some of the best songwriting I've ever heard. "Something's Gotta Happen" tells the story of man who wants desperately to provide for his family, but he caves in under the pressure. "Problem Solved" is about a woman trapped in a relationship with a controlling man. "Summer Kind of Sad" is told by an alcoholic who can't believe his partner stuck with him through all he put her through. These are all common themes, but the words and emotion in which Zellar expresses them are mesmerizing.

I also have to make special mention of the standout track on this album, "Force a Smile." This song is the most beautiful tune I've ever heard. Just an accoustic guitar, a cello, a subtle snare drum, and Zellar's one-of-a-kind voice. Awesome music.

Born Under combines excellent musicianship, heartfelt and emotional stories, and great songs, all on one album. By the way, if you've read this far into my review, it means you haven't run to your local music store or started ordering it from a great place like Amazon.com. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Zellar, December 15, 1999

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Manig (Minnesota USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Born Under (Audio CD)

After releasing some great music with his group, the Gear Daddies, Zellar's first solo release in 1994 was one of the best albums of the year. Simple stories with not so simple heartaches. You'll swear you know at least one person that belongs in every one of Zellar's poetic songs.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Zellar, December 15, 1999

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Manig (Minnesota USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Born Under (Audio CD)

After releasing some great music with his group, the Gear Daddies, Zellar's first solo release in 1994 was one of the best albums of the year. Simple stories with not so simple heartaches. You'll swear you know at least one person that belongs in every one of Zellar's poetic songs.