Famous Monsters

Misfits | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 5, 1999)
• Original Release Date: October 5, 1999
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Roadrunner Records
• ASIN: B00001R3N7
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (155 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #11,807 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #44 in Music > Alternative Rock > Hardcore & Punk > Hardcore
  • #60 in Music > Alternative Rock > American Alternative > General

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Though some would say that the Misfits just aren't the Misfits without the fiendish Glenn Danzig fronting them, Famous Monsters seems to indicate otherwise. If you're expecting the new Misfits, with Michael Graves taking over for Danzig, to pick up where they left off when Danzig split to form his own band in the early '80s, you don't exactly get that either. The core of the band remains in tact, and consequently so does the Misfits' distinctive gothic punk-pop sound, but it has been beefed up with heavier, more metallic guitars and a booming production that makes old Misfits records sound positively primitive (which, of course, was part of their appeal). But the songs, those hypercatchy tales of twisted lunacy, are still as horror-fixated, infectious, and fun as ever. And though the Misfits' image--the ghoulish face paint and "devil's lock" haircuts--and gothic stage show first brought them notoriety, it's their Halloween-inspired anthems that remain their true calling card and Famous Monster has plenty to add to that legacy. --Adem Tepedelen

Product Description

Special edition of 1999 album from Glenn Danzig's influential punk/ metal group in a limited edition digipak with three bonus tracks added, including the Japanese edition's extra cut, 'Devil Doll', plus '1,000,000 Years B.C.' & 'Helena 2'. 21 tracks total --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Customer Reviews

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16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Forget the Danzig vs. Only crap and listen to Michale sing his a** off, July 30, 2005

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DevilsWings (Tampa, Florida United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Famous Monsters (Audio CD)

The new version of the Misfits is quite interesting. The songs on this album are well written and still have that same catchy pop-hook that the MISFITS are known for. The only real difference is that angry attitude that Glenn Danzig had is gone. Michale Graves brings a whole different aura to the band which is happier. Although I prefer the old Misfits, the new Misfits still have plenty to offer. Michale is an excellent vocalist and apparently wrote the majority of the songs. My only complaint is Jerry's bass is TOO LOUD and the production is too clean. The album highlights are: Forbidden Zone, Saturday Night, Die Monster Die, Pumpkinhead & Fiend Club. Each of these songs clearly shows that Michale Graves is a suitable replacement for Glen. If you get past all the crap abut Glenn vs Michale/Jerry and just listen to the album you will be pleasantly surprised. I only wish now that Michale would rejoin the band and make another album since Glenn won't.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great CD - forget Danzig, March 18, 2006

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K. Isabelle "kdi" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Famous Monsters (Audio CD)

I agree with everyone else who says to forget Danzig. Please do not pay attention to any negative reviews that bash this release just because Danzig is not on it. Famous Monsters rocks!!! Michale sings great and the rest of the band is right on the money. I can't get these songs out of my CD player, my iPod, or out of my mind. Get the Michale Graves CD (Punk Rock is Dead) while you are at it - that's a killer CD also....

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just As Good As American Psycho..., March 24, 2005

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Person "Person" (Maryland) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Famous Monsters (Audio CD)

This CD is incredible. It proves that The Misfits are just as good without Glenn Danzig (well, maybe not...but it does prove that they still kick ass). The guitars are tuned similarly to the way the were tuned on American Psycho and the same thing goes for the bass. Michale Graves really can sing. Doyle is (and always will be) a kick ass guitar player. His solo featured in the unforgettable track "Descending Angel" is amazing. After the album's interesting intro, we are treated to "The Forbidden Zone", a song about evolution. It is brilliant. After that, we hear "Lost In Space" (I think this song was on the soundtrack of the movie "Lost In Space", but I'm not sure...they have a voice clip from the movie in the song). Then after that, we hear "Dust To Dust" and "Crawling Eye" (both of which are classics). Basically, this whole CD is good. BUY IT! The CD's best track? Its very hard to say, since all of them are so damn good. One of the tracks, "Helena", is three different songs combined. Another track, "Pumpkin Head", is a spinoff of the 1988 horror classic "Pumpkin Head". I could go on for hours about how good this CD is. But I'm not going to. Buy it, already!