Klaus Nomi [Extra tracks, Import]

Klaus Nomi | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (February 12, 1990)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Extra tracks, Import
• Label: RCA Victor Europe
• ASIN: B0000072LJ
• Also Available in: Audio CD
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #92,528 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Keys Of Life

2. Lightning Strikes

3. Twist

4. Nomi Song

5. You Dont Own Me

6. Cold Song

7. Wasting My Time

8. Total Eclipse

9. Nomi Chant

10. Samson And Delilah

Editorial Reviews

European only pressing of his album originally released in 1980. BMG. 1990.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nomi style, January 14, 1999

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[e-mail] (Montreal, http://www.cam.org/~superwt/) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Klaus Nomi (Audio CD)

There are some artists who try to combine classical music with pop, and Klaus Nomi is obviously the most succuessful one. Not only because of his theatric make-up and performance, but also his high-range soprano voice! In this self-titled debut album, you can find 40's rock (Lightning Strikes), hard metal (You Don't Own Me) or even "popized" aria (Samson and Delilah), and you just can't find a word to name this strange combination, or you may call it Nomi style! It's a must-get CD, and more you listen to it, more you get into it!

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Rock, Pop and Opera, January 2, 2003

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Pieter "Toypom" (Johannesburg) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Klaus Nomi (Audio CD)

The album opens with Keys of Life, a lovely mix of twittering electronics and Nomi's soprano chant. His vocal range is beautifully demonstrated on Lightning Strikes where it switches to falsetto on the refrain, and on The Twist, a soulful, atmospheric number ending in squalls of manic laughter. Nomi Song has a catchy hook, lovely synth lines and snatches of rousing choral vocals, while The Cold Song is an impressive operatic piece and Total Eclipse is a magical blend of rock and classical music. The highlight of the album is the Saint Saens composition Samson and Delilah, sensitively interpreted by Nomi over the most inspired instrumentation, a listening experience that leaves you breathless before it ends with an explosion of electronic noise. This unique album is a successful marriage of rock, pop and various classical styles.

25 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great, Nightmarish, and Yet Dreamy!, August 24, 2004

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K. Brown "El Rudo Lucky Pierre!" (Walnut, Ca USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Klaus Nomi (Audio CD)

#1---Klaus Nomi was probably the most mindbending, mindnumbing, and mindblowing entertainer of his day. While many artist wannabees jumped all the way in to performance art, Klaus Nomi came VERY close to stepping out of the "entertainment" boundary without diving exclusively into "the art crowd" world. It's our treat he teetered so close to the line , but let the masses hear and see his bizarre talent!

#2---Klaus Nomi is not for everybody. If you are one of the curious souls who went to see David Lynch's "Eraserhead" and left in disgust before the finish, Klaus Nomi might not be your cup of tea. If it was the storyline of Eraserhead that revolted you, give Klaus a chance, because his songs make more sense. If it was the nightmarish essence of the film that turned you off, you might skip this CD.

#3---This Klaus Nomi album makes for some seriously macabre party music come Halloween! Better yet, confuse your guests by playing "The Monster Mash" (This is a party Dude!) followed by Nomi's "Total Eclipse" (Or is this a gothic ceremony?) followed by "The Munsters' Theme" (Or maybe this is a party after all?)

#4---Klaus Nomi's covers of "Lightning Strikes Again" and "The Twist" are brilliant, very twisted, and gave me the chills at times--- I never thought these particular songs could sound like codeine induced hallucinations!

#5---"Total Eclipse of the Sun" is Klaus Nomi's greatest recording, HOWEVER--- if you ever come across his live performance on "Urrghh! A Music War!" it is vastly superior to this studio recording!

Has Klaus Nomi really been gone for over twenty years? He is sorely missed, and was way ahead of his time! This is some really unique and creative music. Like I said before, not everybody's cup of tea; and that is not a knock on folks who don't dig this music. BUT---perhaps it is an acquired taste? If you are uncertain whether Nomi might appeal to you or not, I say give this CD a chance. If you like it, excellent! If he doesn't win you over after a few listens, the music and cover photo will make for a great conversation piece amongst your friends!