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Obadiah

Frazey FordAudio CD
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)

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“There was so much change in the air—all the things that people get really excited about in the ’60s. My parents were on the run from the Vietnam War and had escaped into communes in Canada where my sister and I were born. It was a crazy, adventurous time for everybody.”

Frazey Ford describes that era as “a time that had no definition,” yet its effect ... Read more in Amazon's Frazey Ford Store

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Product Details

  • Audio CD (July 20, 2010)
  • Original Release Date: 2010
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Nettwerk Records
  • ASIN: B003JFPL70
  • Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Music
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #16,167 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

1. Firecracker
2. Lay Down With You
3. Bird Of Paradise
4. If you Gonna Go
5. Blue Streak Mama
6. Lost Together
7. I LIke You Better
8. Hey Little Mama
9. The Gospel Song
10. Goin' Over
11. Half In
12. One More Cup Of Coffee
13. Mimi Song

Editorial Reviews

The Be Good Tanyas' Frazey Ford is set to release her debut solo album "Obadiah" on July 20. "Obadiah" combines Frazey's gorgeous sultry vocals that helped define the Tanyas' sound, with her ever growing love for soul music, adding a rich fullness and bottom end to the 13 tracks the comprise the debut. Recorded during a blissful Vancouver summer, "Obadiah" is a collection of songs hand-carved by the hardships and exaltations of life, and stained with the rich colors of soul and folk music that fueled artists like Joni Mitchell, Ann Peebles, Neil Young, and Donny Hathaway.

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4.8 out of 5 stars
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4.8 out of 5 stars
She is deeply soulful and unique. dm  |  5 reviewers made a similar statement
I had heard of the Be Good Tanyas but had never really listened to them. Tim Simmons  |  2 reviewers made a similar statement
Totally unique and gorgeous, brilliant vocal stylings, excellent acoustics, lovely melodies. R. Cohen  |  2 reviewers made a similar statement
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars We missed you Frazey, but it was worth the wait... July 23, 2010
By Takoma
Format:Audio CD
I've had this CD less than 2 days but it has already become one of my all time favorites. Her singing is better that ever, more rhythmic, more sultry and all of her little Frazeyisms are as good or better than ever. The music has a much more soulful groove than the Tanyas, as does the singing, and the understated electric rhythm/light lead guitar really kicks it in subtly and pushes it solidly along. You can listen to it musically, vocally, think on the lyrics whatever... it works well on any, every and all levels.

Her writing has matured. She was great before, but after a few years of the ups and downs of real adulthood experience, you really do have something more to say. I haven't heard a soul opened this widely since "Blue", "For the Roses" or "Blood on the Tracks". Sorry that she had to go through much of it, but glad that she could share it with us so beautifully. As Dylan once said about all of us who loved "Blood on the Tracks", "A lot of people tell me they enjoy that album. It's hard for me to relate to that. I mean, it, you know, people enjoying that type of pain, you know?"

I would recommend that you grab this immediately, if not sooner.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars soooo much more than I expected August 1, 2010
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I'm a Be Good Tanyas fan and was bummed when they disbanded (?). Anyhow, saw Frazey Ford was playing locally, touring behind her just released solo project. Didn't know what to expect and damn, what fine show and mesmerizing bunch of new songs. This album builds slowly, patiently and gets better with every listen. Her interest in R&B shines on many tracks. Both the melodies and the very fine lyrics just keep pulling you in. Best tracks are Lost Together, Birds of Paradise, Hey Little Mama, but they really are all quite good. Ford defies easy categorization, even moreso than the BGT, but just buy this album. You won't regret it. Sometimes it reminded me of the creative fusion of Luscious Jackson, sometimes the moodiness of the cowboy Junkies, whatever, it's very good.
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5.0 out of 5 stars AMAZING! July 20, 2010
By Marcos
Format:Audio CD
Frazey has put together an awesome debut solo album from start to finish. Every song on here seems to really connect with me on so many levels. I LOVE IT. Keep up the good work Frazey!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Magic August 22, 2012
Format:Audio CD
This album is pure magic - a unique blend of soul and old style country. Deceptively simple songs, beautifully sung and with a fabulous group of first-rate musicians providing the foundation for Frazey's unforgettable voice.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Frazey's sound June 23, 2012
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This is an incredible CD, different than what you might be used to. It certainly was for me, but I find it very captivating. It could be Frazey's voice or the bluesy quality of the recording, a sort of slow, relaxed setting that is quite nice. I find myself coming back for a listen again and again, and then, a smile when "Obadiah" appears on the shuffle mode. I had never heard of Frazey before this CD. I had heard of the Be Good Tanyas but had never really listened to them. This CD is such a wonderful contribution to my collection that I have to say thanks to Frazey and wish her well.
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5.0 out of 5 stars How did I miss this!? May 12, 2012
Format:Audio CD
Pulling up the lyrics and reading along while listening to this album, I am once again amazed by Frazey. Enjoy!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Music for my soul May 11, 2012
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I'd never heard of Frazey Ford until a month ago. Never heard of the Be Good Tanyas either because I don't listen much to Bluegrass or Folk. But, I love great singing and songs whatever the genre and I was lucky enough to hear a couple of Frazey's songs on an internet radio station. I bought the 3 Tanyas cds instantly and then Obadiah. Well, this woman's songs and singing go right to my heart and soul. No question her voice is beautiful and her singing style is unique. Just beautiful, quirky, even angelic, yet very earthy at the same time. There are moments here that are "folk", "r&b" and "bluegrass" but this cd should not be categorized because it's just full of feeling and should appeal to people who love all of those types of music. In essence, "Obadiah" transcends genres. I've already bought copies of this cd for several friends and can't understand why "Obadiah" is not the biggest selling album on the planet. Or why I'd never heard of it until recently. Thank you Frazey Ford. Please make a new album soon.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Run, Don't Walk, To Buy This Record Now October 19, 2011
By JG
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I'm a fairly voracious music consumer, whether it be CDs, live downloads, miscellaneous other downloads (no, I've never "stolen" even one single song off the internet which an artist should have been paid for), streams, online radio (if I may digress briefly on that note, thank you KCRW for being the best), and on and on and on. Through all this, I've run across a lot of good music, but it's not often that a musician or band grabs my attention instantly with the force Frazey Ford did the first time I heard her.

Some have said her voice reminds of Janice Joplin, or maybe Joni Mitchell, and a few others, but it's fair to say Ms. Ford has a voice like no one else.

The ambience is hazy, sexy, and stimulating, the kind that keeps your attention from beginning to end, and there's not a bad track on the record.

I'd almost be willing to guarantee you'll probably find yourself mesmerized and immersed in it after multiple spins and listens. So far, I may have heard the album in its entirety about three or four times, but can already tell it'll be spending a lot of time in my players.
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Published 9 months ago by THUMBTOM
4.0 out of 5 stars Leicester Bangs Review (2010):
Frazey Ford - Obadiah (Nettwerk)
Country-soul is a genre that's lost its way over the years. On "Obadiah", Be Good Tanyas' vocalist Frazey Ford brings it back to its roots,... Read more
Published 24 months ago by Leicester Bangs
5.0 out of 5 stars Surprised.
Being a Dylan fan, I bought this CD for the Dylan cover (One more cup of coffee), and it is a great cover, but I was stunned by the rest of the songs. Read more
Published on June 18, 2011 by R. Cohen
5.0 out of 5 stars enchanting
Now here's a woman who found her own voice and style! Distinctive and unique, enchanting and rewarding! One good record indeed!
Published on May 15, 2011 by E. J. Bucher
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Voice
I am so in love with this album. This is great compared to the garbage on the heavy rotation on the radio. Keep up the good work!
Published on February 3, 2011 by FreshStart
5.0 out of 5 stars What the angels said
Don't recommend songs from this album to people because they fit an aspect of their life. The songs are too deeply personal and too emotionally drawn to not create embarrassment. Read more
Published on December 10, 2010 by R. M. Hill
5.0 out of 5 stars Mesmerizing
Frazey came around my town and I am a BGT fan, so I went. I was never clear on who the Tanyas exactly were, though I listened a lot to the albums. Read more
Published on September 12, 2010 by dm
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