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| Song Title | Time | Price | ||
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| 1. Tubthumping | 4:38 | Not Available | ||
| 2. Amnesia | 4:08 | Not Available | ||
| 3. Drip, Drip, Drip | 5:08 | Not Available | ||
| 4. The Big Issue | 4:38 | Not Available | ||
| 5. The Good Ship Lifestyle | 5:13 | Not Available | ||
| 6. One By One | 4:45 | Not Available | ||
| 7. Outsider | 5:08 | Not Available | ||
| 8. Creepy Crawling | 4:03 | Not Available | ||
| 9. Mary, Mary | 4:58 | Not Available | ||
| 10. Smalltown | 3:13 | Not Available | ||
| 11. I Want More | 4:02 | Not Available | ||
| 12. Scapegoat | 5:07 | Not Available |
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Chumbawamba is a most unlikely hit group - a co-ed U.K. collective best-known for their idiosyncratic, working-class polemics; they toiled in obscurity for many years. In 1997, though, their song "Tubthumping" became a left-field international smash - peaking at #6 in the U.S. and holding at #1 in airplay for an astounding 9 weeks. Love it or hate it, "Tubthumping" is indisputably one of the catchiest and most original hits of the last decade. However, the group is usually dismissed today as a novelty act or one-hit-wonder.
Of note, "Tubthumping" wasn't released as a single, so people had to buy the full-length CD, "Tubthumper," to get the song (over 3 millions people did so). I'm sure many people who purchased the CD listened only to "Tubthumping." However, the rest of the CD deserves attention. It's the type of CD in my collection that I don't listen to often, but when I do, I'm always surprised by how much better it is than I expect.
Aside from "Tubthumping," quite a few of the songs are stand-outs. "Amnesia" is another tremendously catchy song, with a clever chorus, "Do you suffer from long-term memory loss/ I don't remember" - and it even includes a tango-styled break. It managed to become a UK hit - slipping into the Top 10. "Drip, Drip, Drip" is another highlight - a surprisingly melodic song built around some intriguing spoken-word samples and featuring a swanky piano outro. Indeed, one of the group's trademarks is to throw in an unexpected element, such as the young English lad who finished "The Big Issue." Overall, the music isn't earth-shattering and does tend to wear a bit after repeated listens. However, "Tubthumper" is enjoyable, well-written, and features good production; careful listeners who appreciate quirky music will be well-rewarded if they approach this CD with an open mind.
Of note, "Tubthumping" wasn't released as a single, so people had to buy the full-length CD, "Tubthumper," to get the song (over 3 millions people did so). I'm sure many people who purchased the CD listened only to "Tubthumping." However, the rest of the CD deserves attention. It's the type of CD in my collection that I don't listen to often, but when I do, I'm always surprised by how much better it is than I expect.
Aside from "Tubthumping," quite a few of the songs are stand-outs. "Amnesia" is another tremendously catchy song, with a clever chorus, "Do you suffer from long-term memory loss/ I don't remember" - and it even includes a tango-styled break. It managed to become a UK hit - slipping into the Top 10. "Drip, Drip, Drip" is another highlight - a surprisingly melodic song built around some intriguing spoken-word samples and featuring a swanky piano outro. Indeed, one of the group's trademarks is to throw in an unexpected element, such as the young English lad who finished "The Big Issue." Overall, the music isn't earth-shattering and does tend to wear a bit after repeated listens. However, "Tubthumper" is enjoyable, well-written, and features good production; careful listeners who appreciate quirky music will be well-rewarded if they approach this CD with an open mind.
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is one of those albums where you simply have to look at each song individually...because no two are even remotely similar. Here goes:
1. Tubthumping - It should be pretty obvious to anyone that this is by far the *dumbest* song on the album. And given that it's their massive blowout hit, that's about a lead pipe cinch that it isn't in any way indicative of their work as a whole. Nothing wrong with that, of course, just keep that in mind. I don't really care for this one.
2. Amnesia - Fairly easygoing rock number about memory loss. And...ah, those who suffer from memory loss. Listenable and mostly nonserious.
3. Drip, Drip, Drip - One of those non-hip hop talky pieces. Pretty much the same deal as Amnesia.
4. The Big Issue - This, IMHO, *should* have been their breakthrough. Completely mainstream, harmless pop/rock, message notwithstanding.
5. The Good Ship Lifestyle - Okay, this is a style called "drum and bass". If you're not familiar with a club scene, you probably haven't had much exposure to this. It's very popular in some European circles. Pretty much ordinary punk otherwise.
6. One By One - Oh yeah! NOW we're talking! *This* is the unflinching, angry politicizing that makes Chumbawamba what it is, and it sounds downright beautiful, too. A very simple, powerful ballad about a union leader who abandons his responsiblities for personal gain and the terrible consequences. Unquestionably the best song on the album, IMHO.
7. Outsider - Ooh, house! Not much of a message here, but who cares, it's loads of fun.
8. Creepy Crawling - Another talky one. Wasn't able to get much out of this; it's just weird. Reminds me of Five Iron Frenzy for some reason.
9. Mary, Mary - A loud metalish piece about a woman named Mary who, gasp! (yawn) falls a bit short of her biblical counterpart. A bit too repetitive for my tastes.
10. Smalltown - More delicious D&B; actually a lot truer to the style than The Good Ship Lifestyle. Good stuff, good stuff.
11. I Want More - Not a hint of subtletly here, just pure unadulterated punk. Great fist pumping music (whatever that is).
12. Scapegoat - Eurobeat (or a reasonable facsimile thereof)? Man, they're doin' EVERYTHING here! A worthy sendoff.
A little repetitive at times, and doesn't always hang together, but in all, this is a surprisingly well done album. It's definitely worth whatever you paid for it. :-D*
* (Subtle reference to highly questionable activity encouraged by Chumbawamba which I needn't get into here, thank you very much.)
1. Tubthumping - It should be pretty obvious to anyone that this is by far the *dumbest* song on the album. And given that it's their massive blowout hit, that's about a lead pipe cinch that it isn't in any way indicative of their work as a whole. Nothing wrong with that, of course, just keep that in mind. I don't really care for this one.
2. Amnesia - Fairly easygoing rock number about memory loss. And...ah, those who suffer from memory loss. Listenable and mostly nonserious.
3. Drip, Drip, Drip - One of those non-hip hop talky pieces. Pretty much the same deal as Amnesia.
4. The Big Issue - This, IMHO, *should* have been their breakthrough. Completely mainstream, harmless pop/rock, message notwithstanding.
5. The Good Ship Lifestyle - Okay, this is a style called "drum and bass". If you're not familiar with a club scene, you probably haven't had much exposure to this. It's very popular in some European circles. Pretty much ordinary punk otherwise.
6. One By One - Oh yeah! NOW we're talking! *This* is the unflinching, angry politicizing that makes Chumbawamba what it is, and it sounds downright beautiful, too. A very simple, powerful ballad about a union leader who abandons his responsiblities for personal gain and the terrible consequences. Unquestionably the best song on the album, IMHO.
7. Outsider - Ooh, house! Not much of a message here, but who cares, it's loads of fun.
8. Creepy Crawling - Another talky one. Wasn't able to get much out of this; it's just weird. Reminds me of Five Iron Frenzy for some reason.
9. Mary, Mary - A loud metalish piece about a woman named Mary who, gasp! (yawn) falls a bit short of her biblical counterpart. A bit too repetitive for my tastes.
10. Smalltown - More delicious D&B; actually a lot truer to the style than The Good Ship Lifestyle. Good stuff, good stuff.
11. I Want More - Not a hint of subtletly here, just pure unadulterated punk. Great fist pumping music (whatever that is).
12. Scapegoat - Eurobeat (or a reasonable facsimile thereof)? Man, they're doin' EVERYTHING here! A worthy sendoff.
A little repetitive at times, and doesn't always hang together, but in all, this is a surprisingly well done album. It's definitely worth whatever you paid for it. :-D*
* (Subtle reference to highly questionable activity encouraged by Chumbawamba which I needn't get into here, thank you very much.)
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I can't say that 'Tubthumper' is a bad CD, however, it's not that good CD, neither. I think that Chumbawamba's style is just not my favorite. I find that the tunes are kinda "patience-challenging". However... Chumbawamba's lyrics, filled with political and social criticism, are worth the 12 bucks. The lyrics are REALLY good. They deal with politics, with social problems, religion... I enjoy them a lot. And I actually like bands with ideologies (as long they are not nazi or racist, of course!)
We should have much more songwriters like Chumbawamba. Not all lyrics should deal with silly topics like love and stuff. And the tunes are not bad. So I recommend this CD. I think it is in fact closer to 4 stars than to 3 stars (but there's not 3 3/4 stars rating).
Well, hope this helps. Take care.
We should have much more songwriters like Chumbawamba. Not all lyrics should deal with silly topics like love and stuff. And the tunes are not bad. So I recommend this CD. I think it is in fact closer to 4 stars than to 3 stars (but there's not 3 3/4 stars rating).
Well, hope this helps. Take care.
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TUB THUMPING I GET KNOCKED DOWN BUT I GET UP AGAIN....WAS SO HAPPY TO HEAR THIS SONG AGAIN ON FOX'S "TRAFFIC LIGHT", WHICH I THINK MAY BE A FUN AND FUNNY HIT?? Read more
Published 15 months ago by COLORADOGAY
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Published on December 13, 2008 by D. Wadsworth
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There are a number of bands I'm embarrassed to admit that I listened to in my youth. Chumbawamba isn't one of them. Read more
Published on August 11, 2008 by Count Orlok '22
Light on a lost art
A lot of people make fun of Chumbawamba because its easy to. I however look at this as one of the best bands and CDs i have ever purchased. Read more
Published on August 24, 2007 by Pirate
They get knocked down, please stay down again!!!!
Worst band ever, period. The final sign that the music industry cares not for talent. Basically like the fabricated Spice Girls only they could at least carry a tune. Read more
Published on July 21, 2007 by Cathy J. Taurine
Tubthumper and its songs
this album from the tubthumper sessions from chumbawamba is awesome!!! the songs from start to finish not only give you the urge to dance, but the urge to stand up and shout along... Read more
Published on May 6, 2007 by G. N. Fernandez
Its Not their best album but its good
I have to say that if it werent for this album Chumbawamba wouldnt be that popular. Though its kinda 90s its good. Read more
Published on January 30, 2007 by Peter
tubthumping
This is the weirdest cd I have ever listened to. I don't know what it's called but it's to make the song longer. That's cool! Read more
Published on June 6, 2006 by speed_on_wheelz
Catchy, clever, classic Chumbawamba
This was my first-owned Chumbawamba album, and I still pull it out often to take a listen. It became clear to me that this album was their most successful arguable because of the... Read more
Published on April 15, 2006 by Ivan Himanen
Beyond the mega-hit, preview of better things to come
Besides the much maligned mega-hit "Tubthumping" which I didn't like when it was first released but like now, this is a solid CD with great arrangements, lyrics, and performances. Read more
Published on April 3, 2006 by D. Olson
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