Fatboy

moe. | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 5, 1999)
• Original Release Date: 1999
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Fat Boy Records
• ASIN: B00001R3O0
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #196,380 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great to have a major release of moe's early recordings., October 29, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Fatboy (Audio CD)

moe has constantly separated themselves from other bands in their jam/improv genre by being able to put out consistently enjoyable studio albums. This effort is no different. The songs won't be new to those familiar with moe's music, but the arrangements are sometimes different than what one is used to. Reminiscent of Phish's Junta and Widespread Panic's Space Wrangler in that it is a re-release of an early, independent work, Fatboy satisfies on all levels. moe's early songs can be a little harsh to the unitiated. If you were expecting soft, hippie dippie types of songs then you will be surprised by this cd. The songs are thick, dense and all over the place. Once again, bassist Rob Derhak's vocals are almost indecipherable, but that is his chosen vocal style. At their best, moe is the quintessential live band - perhaps in the top 5 of all time in that medium. They have come a long way since this recording as far as musicians, singers and group improvisers, but this is a startling example of how talented moe was at such a young age.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars So here's where the Primus comparison comes from..., December 3, 1999

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shadrach1 - See all my reviews

This review is from: Fatboy (Audio CD)

Being a long time moe. fan I purchased this the day it came out. I popped it in the player and the first thing that struck me was Primus (lots of good bass by Rob). Upon hearing Dr. Graffenberg (SP?), I immediately understood where these "Dave Matthews meets Primus" summaries had come from. Bottomline, as usual, I like the CD. It is different from their other cds, but it is by no means disappointing. It has more of an upbeat tempo so if you really enjoy the occassional moe. country tune, this cd may leave you wanting. The biggest excitement this cd created for me was the thought of a possible Loaf re-release, which I once had and loved in college but then my roommate left. All in all, another great moe. cd, these guys can just flat out play.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This Album Changed my Life, March 22, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Fatboy (Audio CD)

I had the pleasure of seeing Moe in February of 2000 when they came to town. When I went to the concert, Moe was number four on the list of my 5 top favorite bands. Because I owned Headseed, Tin Cans and Car Tires, and No Doy. At the concert, though, I was shocked at the number of songs which Moe played which I didn't know. How could I have missed all of those great songs on the albums I already owned? My friend told me that those songs were off of this album, and I bought this album the next day. It was incredible the first time I listened to it and every time thereafter. It quickly became my favorite Moe album, and thus, because of this album and the concert Moe shot up 2 spots on my list of favorite bands. Buy this album. It may do the same for you.