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Supreme Genius of King Khan

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If one were to imagine the perfect house band for Quentin Tarantino/Wes Anderson, it would have to be King Khan and the Shrines. King Khan, has been making dead on excellent rhythm and blues tinged soul music for over 10 years now. If you are now just discovering his excellent musical offerings by way of collaborative efforts with BBQ, or a certain refined taste in music, you will not be disappointed with the King Khan and the Shrines. Khan and the Supreme's play true mainly to the sounds of Booker T & the M.G.'s., as well certain parts of James Brown and Prince. These sounds have been long forgotten, or lost amongst the aurally challenged hordes tripping over themselves to download/steal/buy the latest Mp-3's from Lil Wayne, Kanye West, T.I., T-Pain, Ne-yo, Nickelback and countless other chromosomal challenged artists.

Rock on Soul Brother!

My buddy was smart enough to buy this CD while I purchased What Is? instead. I had never heard of these guys before seeing King Kahn and BBQ on Halloween in Wicker Park. It was a heckuva show. I try to stay current with my music so we downloaded their tunes the very next day--and I'm still listening to them. The full size band and horns make for a pretty unique sound. Yeah, it's derivative but most artists are nowadays. It's the early New York sound mixed with ska and a refined Bowie thrown in. Most of these songs are better than average, and they're thick; meaning that they grow on you with time rather than bore you with time. The best of them has to be "No Regrets" which is one of the kickingest songs ever (a great video version of it can be found on Kahn's MS page). Also, I'm a big fan of "Welfare Bread," and "How Can I Keep You." King Kahn's the type of guy who keeps you optimistic concerning the new music.

Think Fleshtones meet Stax, and you're somewhere near the sound of King Khan and the Shrines. It rocks! Try the freebies first, and if you can dig, take a chance on the rest. Stand out tracks-"I Wanna Be a Girl," "Live Fast Die Strong," and the soulful "Welfare Bread." Good sound, punchy fast songs, a horn section, what's not to love?

If there was ever a cover that demanded attention, it's got to be this one! I only wish there was a poster sized version, suitable for framing!
Musically, I was pleasently surprised as well! Love the fresh take on the whole retro sound - Nice to know that there's an artist like Khan who can create new sounds using different vintage vibes - I'm on my second listen and so far - I LIKE IT! Aloha - Bart

Fantastic album from this retro marvel!

They tackle every style that features with a groove, and they always deliver. Theres sleazy garage, gyrating rnb, stomping james brown funk, infectious afro-beat, and even heart wrenching blues ballads. King Khan and his Shrines can do it all.
But dont think theyre just hitching a ride on a train that left town years ago, this all sounds as fresh and immediate as any modern cats.

5stars. A track for track brilliant album. And the ultimate party record! Crack it on in a crowded room of half-cut well dressed girls and gents and there'll be unsavory goings on right into the early morn.

Nice mix of humor and musical talent. Catchy, bluesy and fun with some really inspired moments.

Buy this album. Then, go see the band live. You'll be glad that you did.

This album is fantastic. Each song is energetic, fascinating, and unique in its own right. King Khan takes elements from 60's garage rock, and mashes it together with some funk and r&b, some soul, and whatever the hell else they felt like throwing in there. It combines together to make some of the most refreshing sounds I've heard on any album released in the past 10 years. The vocals of King Khan are in my opinion one of the most exciting elements of the band's sound - who doesn't appreciate a good scream and shout? Paul McCartney aced his screams, and look at where that got him.

There are 9 instrumentalists on this album, making the disc loud, chaotic, and wonderful - there's always something new to listen to/ focus on each time you play the record. The number of musicians adds not only to the quality of big sound of their studio recordings, but also makes attending their live shows quite the experience... Buy this album, you won't regret it.