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Funplex

B-52'sAudio CD
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The B-52's are most recognisable from their brightly coloured 50-retro look and their unique vocals, mixing the high-pitched melodic harmonies of lead singers Cindy Wilson and Kate Pierson with the sprechgesang vocals of frontman Fred Schneider. Formed in early 1977, their eponymous debut album was released in 1978 and quickly gained an underground following, as their new-wave/surf pop ... Read more in Amazon's B-52's Store

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  • Audio CD (March 25, 2008)
  • Original Release Date: 2008
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Astralwerks
  • ASIN: B00139B39O
  • In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Music
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (182 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #85,055 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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16 years between albums is a gap virtually unprecedented in modern music, so no surprises that the first question you want to know about Funplex is: how does it sound? Going on the opening track "Pump", you'd be forgiven for thinking not at all: there's Fred Schneider's delirious, delightfully unselfconscious shout, there's Kate and Cindy whooping like dropout cheerleaders, there's the enjoyably garish mish-mash of early rock'n'roll, B-movie kitsch and surfboard funk that's been the group's stock in trade since their emergence in the new-wave boom of the mid-'70s. Deeper into Funplex, though, there's evidence of a new electronic edge, which can be owed in part to the input of producer Steve Osbourne, who's previously worked with New Order and Sophie Ellis Bextor. At times, the presence of dance beats, echoing effects, and pulsing synthesiser make Funplex feel a little clinically handled, like a B-52s remix. But it's worth admission just for the glorious title track, a chaotic cops'n'hippies dust-up at the mall, and the mighty "Ultraviolet". "Keep doing what we're doing cos we're doing it right!" shouts Fred. "Four miles to a breakdown!" shout Kate and Cindy. 16 years on, the party's still going. - Louis Pattison

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Along with producer Steve Osborne (New Order, Happy Mondays, Doves) the band have created an album as cutting edge, distinctive & danceable as their debut album in 1979. The B-52's influence cuts a wide path through much of so-called Modern Rock-- from the low-fi efforts of nouveau garage bands and the Retro-Hip of Ultra-Lounge to the very ascendance of Dance music itself. Twenty years and 20 million albums into a career that began as a low-rent lark in Athens, Georgia, the B-52's remain the most unlikely Pop superstars ever. The first band to glorify Pop culture with an almost Warholian sense of purpose, their absurd B-movie style and off-kilter sound celebrated the weirdness lurking just beneath the surface of Americana. EMI. 2008.

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Every song is good. Mayra N. Montrose  |  27 reviewers made a similar statement
This album is pure fun, what music ought' to be! Stefan Hayes  |  33 reviewers made a similar statement
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99 of 106 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars The Future Generation of the B-52's March 28, 2008
Format:Audio CD
This is tough. When Loreena McKennitt emerged with her new album after a 10 year gap, half of the album was great, and the other was "ok". The B-52's are back with a full length studio album, their first in 16 years. Wow, 16 years is practically a generation! I am writing this as an ardent fan, I own all their albums, a smattering of singles, rarities, books, etc. But I am honest, too. So, the Funplex... Fred is still in good voice and everyone is in a party mood. But is this a Party Out of Bounds?

The first thing I noticed was the music, from note one it was great! Three songs later it still sounds like the same song. That's how you keep the party going. They all are in good voice! I can still distinguish Kate and Cindy, welcome back Cindy!! Two things struck me that were very different from the other albums. 1. Electronics are more on the foreground now. Beats, beeps and whistles and all. Good stuff (wink). 2. Sex. There are a lot of sexual innuendos going on in the lyrics! More than ever! Look no further than "Ultraviolet"! Fred belts "let's hit the G Spot!" and "tell your skirt to take a hike!". Over the top, funny and fun.

"Juliet of the Spirits" is a nice number from the girls and Cindy can still reach those high notes that have been showcased in songs like "Girl from Ipanema goes to Greenland" and "Deadbeat Club". The album's best moment comes with "Deviant Ingredient". Just perfect!!! Sounds like a lost song from BOUNCING OFF SATELITES!. Great lyrics, chemistry, energy, swingy and kitschy! "Funplex" the title track and first single is a great party tune, about a mall... or a state of mind, not sure.

All in all FUNPLEX is a great album and the future generations of the B-52's are gonna party like it's the year 3000! The Kings of the Zulus and Daughters of Dracula are still partymonsters and will provide you the vibes!! So sit back in that outer space chair, drink that Mojito, wear that shiny poly blend, and wear those sunglasses on top of your head!

FUNPLEX in five words:
Hypnotic, Harmonic, Sparkling, Dizzy and Futuristic!
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49 of 55 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Thank You Bs--the FUN is back in music! March 25, 2008
Format:Audio CD
This CD rocks and pops and dances along at a decent beat and it's so nice to have the Bs back.

The sound reminded me of their second album, WILD PLANET, because it's more "dance rock" than GOOD STUFF and it's not as "arranged" as COSMIC THING.

Think of "Dirty Back Road" transformed into 2008 and you'll know what to expect.

And I'm happy to say that I really liked the ENTIRE CD -- every song makes the iPod!

In these troubled times, thank you Bs for bringing some FUN back into music!
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47 of 53 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Finally, the long wait is over and the B-52s, my favorite party
band has put out an excellent new record. The Band sounds in top
form on this collection, Cindy Wilson is back in the line-up and
Keith Strickland has taken his time with the help of producer
Steve Osborne and come up with a futuristic, modern, spin on dance rock
with a new wavish touch that does not dissapoint. Kate & Cindy sound awesome harmonizing together
and Fred's vocal interplays stand right out in the mix, always something
off the wall to listen to. Sexual situations clash with their
best music since they first started making records, this one's for everyones
collection. Pump starts the party off right and other highlights,
Eyes wide open, Juliet of the Spirits, Funplex, Hot Corner, Deviant Ingredient,
Dancing Now, hold you in their spell to the closer Keep this party going
making this a B-52s classic. Its great to have these guys back with
some fresh new music.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Love them!
Every song on the CD is good but my favs are 'Juliet of the Spirits' and 'Eyes Wide Open'. I could listen to 'Eyes' all day long. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Gift Card Recipient
1.0 out of 5 stars Ordered it, but never got it.
I ordered this CD because it had good reviews, and I have always like the unconventional sound of the B-52s. I never got the CD. I complained and they said they sent a new one. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Alice Kruse
5.0 out of 5 stars B-52's Back With A Vengeance!
Yet something else I've put off getting due to poor reviews, and the samples I've heard on Amazon don't really help much either. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Randall Brooks
5.0 out of 5 stars It's got a great sound
When I heard in 2008 that the B-52's had produced a new album, I just had to run out and get it. I have been a fan since their self-titled album came out in 1979, and I wondered... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Kurt A. Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Totally B52's
I was stoked when this came out. I have a pretty complete B52's collection, they are one of my favorite bands from the 80s. This picks up right where Good Stuff left off. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Timothy Koestler
5.0 out of 5 stars ITS AN INCREIBLE DISC I LOVE IT THEY HAVE A REALY A SPECIAL MIND TO...
ITS AN INCREIBLE DISC I LOVE IT THEY HAVE A REALY A SPECIAL MIND TO CREATE A COMPLETE EMOTION MUSIC
Published 3 months ago by Leopoldo
5.0 out of 5 stars glad to have the B52s back
the whole CD is extremely upbeat and full of energy; and the band has created some pretty complex melodies while keeping a fun spirit. Read more
Published 5 months ago by P. Berard
4.0 out of 5 stars B-52's Get A Digital Facelift
This album sounds exactly the way a B-52's comeback album would be in 2008. Quite obviously it was recorded with today's technology which has that ultra focused digital clarity... Read more
Published 6 months ago by horowizard
4.0 out of 5 stars More B-52's
yahoo !!! more good tunes from the Beufonts - Can't wait for more. Go see their concerts - they still sound as good as their first album!
Published 6 months ago by carl
4.0 out of 5 stars Yeah! baby.
If you were going to imagine what a "mature" version of the B52s would sound like, it would be how Funplex sounds. Read more
Published 11 months ago by PK
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Awful!
Wow, man. What do you do for fun: visit cemetaries on rainy days?? Holy crap; lighten up! This album is getting terrific reviews from critics and fans alike. I even played it for someone who is a real music lover but knew very little of their stuff, and he was crazy about it.
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Apr 11, 2008 by Thomas Steinfeld |  See all 42 posts
Funplex - Japan
Amazon has it now. I got it from a seller and paid for expedited shipping and got it in less than a week.
May 20, 2008 by Jokie X Wilson |  See all 3 posts
Extra Tracks?
Don't know for sure, but if you pre-order it from iTunes, there's two live tracks included. Maybe they're the same?
Mar 11, 2008 by J. C. Drake |  See all 10 posts
FUNPLEX IS A WILD RIDE.....
Deviant Ingredient rocks!!!!!!!!!!
Apr 30, 2008 by anubus |  See all 4 posts
tHe B-52's ARE tHe reaL FUNPLEX
HERE'S A TRANSLATION OF THIS IN NORMAL TEXT:

Hippy hip horray! The B-52's have a new recording landing + I'm getting shimmy + whammy just waiting for it + then hopefully its EP remixes.

Their concerts are the BEST FUN there ever was (even with Julee Cruise stepping in for Cindy) + their albums... Read more
Apr 6, 2008 by M.K Ultra |  See all 6 posts
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