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Gratuitous Sax & Senseless Violins

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In the tradition of Danny Elfman and Frank Zappa, Sparks provides musical genius from another dimension. I consider this one of Sparks' finest albums, and a timeless treasure of listening pleasure. What can you say about an album that begins with "Gratuitous sax" and ends with "Senseless violins" other than WOW. The album combines great tunes with amazing lyrics. The Mael brothers seem able to turn anything into a song, as reflected by "Frankly, Scarlett, I don't give a damn" and "I thought I told you to wait in the car." In between the fun, there is some serious commentary, such as two of my favorites, "When do I get to sing 'My Way'" and "The ghost of Liberace." Find this album, buy this album, enjoy this album.

This album is part Ivan-style dance, and part Devo-style humour. I've heard three other Sparks albums, all from different stages of their career, and all have appealed to me. Check 'em out!

I finally picked this one up after years of debating over whether to give it a try. I am one of the many fans who really enjoyed their early rock n' roll. I love all their stuff up through the Big Beat album. When they went dance music or disco I lost interest. This album reminds me a lot of their more recent stuff like Lil' Beethoven through the present. Endlessly repeating lyrics and music.

There is one gem however that makes the album worthwhile for me and that is The ghost of Liberace. The melody is wonderful so a little repetition holds up well on this song unlike the others.

The CD is in good condition and there is no problem with the product excepts that the CD is boring, discoish and boring. Totally forgetable piece of music.