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Brazil's CSS release their follow-up to 2006's "Cansei de Ser Sexy" ("I got tired of being sexy"). They've toured worldwide a number of times with the likes of Gwen Stefani, Ladytron, Klaxons, and Diplo, and played festivals from Coachella, Pitchfork, and Virgin to Reading, Benicassim, Roskilde, and beyond. "Donkey" is tough, street-ready, and recreates the frenetic energy of their live shows. Equal parts dance party, urban circus, and out-and-out chaos.
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By C McWilliams
Format:MP3 Music
LOVED this set by those zany Brazillian girls (and guy)! Very different than their first release, as the first reviewer explained better than I can, but I'm a big believer in letting artists explore different sounds with every new project (a la Beck or David Byrne). They do not disappoint. So tight, so inventive, yeah a little mainstream, but still rockin', good timin', beautiful CSS. Love 'em!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By man ray
Format:Audio CD
heard this in borders last nite (from a distance) and thought it was some new cd by the B52s. what a surprise! donkey?? what i heard was really punchy and fun and well produced. the cut down guitar lines, like those of Ricky Wilson, are outright slashing! all in all, a good time is to be had.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Rogue H
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
After releasing their first (self titled) album, CSS in many ways was the epitome of indie music, because they were wholly unique. The electronica, reggae, and disco-inspired music featured raw foul-mouthed lyrics performed by the sexy voiced lead singer Lovefoxx. Understandably, indie fans had very high expectations for CSS leading into their sophomore effort.
Although the new album is undeniably catchy, CSS seem to have lost their mojo. The raw screeching lyrics and gyrating rhythms of the band's prior work are now replaced by vanilla lyrics and studio-smoothed beats. While the band's first album felt entirely spontaneous, 'Donkey' feels just the opposite: over-produced and deliberately aiming for a broader audience.
I enjoy this album but the stark originality of their earlier music is all but gone.
Although the new album is undeniably catchy, CSS seem to have lost their mojo. The raw screeching lyrics and gyrating rhythms of the band's prior work are now replaced by vanilla lyrics and studio-smoothed beats. While the band's first album felt entirely spontaneous, 'Donkey' feels just the opposite: over-produced and deliberately aiming for a broader audience.
I enjoy this album but the stark originality of their earlier music is all but gone.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
it's great!
It arrived on time and works great!! I love this cd, the band is really awesome....thanks again for the great customer service...
Published 4 months ago by april schramm
2.0 out of 5 stars
The Black Eyed Peas of indie rock!
Another sub par Sub Pop release! Yay! These ladies and gents are channeling the Black Eyed Peas and not very successfully. None of them are as hot as Fergie, and you know he's hot! Read more
Published 10 months ago by Recycled Records Inc.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Matured and Improved
As much as I really enjoyed CSS's self titled ablum, Donkey shows that the band has somewhat mellowed; which is certainly not a bad thing in this case. Read more
Published on January 24, 2010 by Richard C. Mente
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent
CSS is one of the most fun bands to listen to. I am amazed at the songs that they write. And this album is no exception. The highlight of the album for me is "Move". Read more
Published on April 7, 2009 by C. Cain
4.0 out of 5 stars
Energetic party music
I like this disk. I saw one reviewer compare them to Blondie... OK, but I thought that they sounded more like No Doubt - fun party music. Read more
Published on September 21, 2008 by D. Waterman
1.0 out of 5 stars
Makes me sad
For those who loved CSS because of gritty guitars, culturally sarcastic lyrics, and hot hot sexiness, this album has none. Okay, maybe some. Read more
Published on September 14, 2008 by badbrains
5.0 out of 5 stars
One of the best feel good CD's around
Anyone who has attachment to the 80s, CSS puts an edge for the 21st centuty on their latest album. Those low ratings are crazy for rating this album as average or bad. Read more
Published on September 13, 2008 by A. Laurente
3.0 out of 5 stars
CSS - Donkey
Donkey (2008, Sub Pop) CSS's second studio album. ***
Another addition in the long line of indie-electronica bands, CSS has potential, more potential, than several of... Read more
Another addition in the long line of indie-electronica bands, CSS has potential, more potential, than several of... Read more
Published on September 5, 2008 by S. D. Mason
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Felicidade
Evolution is what progress is all about, and CSS goes from Brazilian punk sung in sexy slang to electronic, multilayered masterpieces on their second seminal record. Read more
Published on July 24, 2008 by Joshua M. Fischer
4.0 out of 5 stars
Get Rowdy!
A few years back, I'm flipping through the pages of a music magazine when I happen upon an article proclaiming a practically unknown Brazilian band named Cansei de Ser Sexy, or... Read more
Published on July 22, 2008 by Cale E. Reneau
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