Customer Reviews

It's Only Right & Natural

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Far from being "designed to instill homophobia" this is probably one of the most irreverently gay albums ever made, certainly the only specifically "gay" music I've ever been able to stomach listening to. (And that's because it's totally sarcastic and satirical. Personally, politics and music don't mix in my ears very well. For example: horrible bands like Kitchens of Distinction and the Murmurs.)
But that's all totally beside the point; the naughty Flemion boys are also musical geniuses. You might have the disposition and opinions of Ralph Reed and still find yourself tapping your foot and singing along to "Baby Greaser George"; the Frogs are that infectious. (Like a wonderful disease, and they mean to be.)
This isn't music for slow-witted listeners. They won't know what to make of it and will come away with odd conclusions like "designed to instill homophobia." Right, that's why the cover of the album features a picture of a little boy wearing a gay-pride pin!
Don't be dissuaded by the gay stuff (if you're the type who usually is,) this is an album for everyone and anyone who appreciates intelligent, fun, and challenging music. The gay angle (aside from being personally interesting to at least one of the brothers) is really just a ruse to create the funny, shocking humor that will make you laugh every time you find yourself humming one of their contageous melodies. And if it bothers you that much...buy one of their other albums.

There is no other way to say it, the frogs created the perfect album for true music fans. They took everything people had said was too extreme and weird then laughed as they smashed all barriers. These are 2 brothers having fun ranting and raving about anything and everything. So what if the priest does have a yeast infection? I sincerely believe that this is the best album created in my lifetime and it has turned me into the frogs biggets supporter. Get your hands on this CD and any other frogs music you can. By searching you will discover even wackier unreleased music from them on the web that you can order direct from the Frogs. Yes, the Frogs are not the band to take home to mom and dad, but that is exactly why they are a great band.

It's not anti-gay... it's not cleverly disguised subversive wit... it just is what it is - spontaneous acoustic made up on the spot tunes with extremely hilarious tongue-in-cheek improvised lyrics delivered first-take that loosely revolve around a homosexual theme. If that bothers you then don't listen. If you're looking for something deeply intellectual then look elsewhere. If you want to laugh yourself senseless then buy this album. It sags a bit in places, but tunes like "I've Got Drugs (Out of the Mist)", "Hot C@*ck Annie", "Queen Boys", and "Baby Greaser George" never lose their novelty.

i gave this album 5 stars because it fulfilled my every fantasy and filled every hole of my desire with creamy sound splurgement.

This disc is absolutely, positively amazing! I don't know if 1,000 words can adequetly capture the grand magnifigance and scope of this album. 'But I'm gonna try.' This thing is absolutely hysterical and undeniably brilliant. Sounding like it was recorded in a basement by a couple guys who could hardly contain their self-amusement as they recorded, this a creepy universe that they've set to music that is disjointed, teetering, and in the end, masterful. You won't believe how enthusiastically you're tapping you toes as the singer sings about a 3 month old baby named Baby Greaser George dressed in leather as the stroller gets too close. You'll wanna boogie, even though you're hearing about a priest with a yeast infection. It's wicked, wicked fun and will likely offend most of the people you know. Those it doesn't actually offend, it will just make them queasy and uncomfortable. If you find someone who isn't offended or made uncomfortable by this, marry them, for you have found a true human being. This thing has hooks! And that's what makes this collection of bawdiness noteworthy - musically, it stands up...albeit in a creepy, low-budget, covert way. Groups like Nirvana and Smashing Pumpkins know the beauty and the power and the truth of the Frogs. These bands would play this very disc before their big arena shoes began, and this did begin a "buzz" for them for awhile. But that flame died out and now we're stuck with Marilyn Manson holding obscenety's long, hard pole. The Frogs are unheralded masters - tonight and forever. Listen if you dare, man.

If you liked Starjob you'll love this collection of homage songs to gay people. If your willing to laugh at yourself and the world around you, this CD is the perfect addition to your home, and you'll have the self-satisfaction that comes with buying into a band who "don't give a **** about the fans"(I only play 4 money). You'll buy credibility and they'll sell it to you!

So funny. So great. I listen to it over and over. This is music to cruise with, with the top down and the volume full blast but be sure and have escape routes prepared at all stops. Not exactly sure what these guys are really about but hey. I just don't want all the boys playin with my butt.

Let me put it this way: If you are at all amused by Wesley Willis, Ween, The Moldy Peaches, or any other disturbed "outsider" act, you'll love this album. It's about a half hour's worth of surprisingly catchy "anti-folk" with (apparently ad-libbed) lyrics about sodomy and child molestation that sounds like it was recorded on a boom box. What more could you ask for? Find it used if you can.

Humor and music certainly are not uncommon these days with acts like Flight Of The Concords and Tenacious D. But...compared to the Frogs, those acts seem like forced comedy. The Frogs are naturally funny. One of the qualities that I find most appealing about them is the fact that the more you listen to The Frogs the more you get the impression that the joke is actually on you, the listener...I am nearly convinced now that The Frogs are being DEAD serious with all of their music, which is beyond awesome. I saw them open for The Smashing Pumpkins in Chicago and was floored. I have never cried so many tears of joy. I wanted to see if they were for real...or if it was just a big joke. When I realized how authentic they were, I found myself enraptured with the most beautiful inspiration and awe I've ever felt at a concert. They break all the rules despite what people think. 90% of the people in the audience seemed to not get it. Perhaps my analysis is wrong, but there is something truly wonderful about this group. I highly recommend ALL of their music to anyone.

The greatest single piece of music ever made. Period