Turn the Radio Off [EXPLICIT LYRICS]

Reel Big Fish

Product Details

• Audio CD (August 13, 1996)
• Original Release Date: August 8, 1996
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Explicit Lyrics
• Label: Umvd Labels
• ASIN: B000005AYA
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (153 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #42,154 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Editorial Reviews

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The second generation of SoCal ska kids didn't take themselves too seriously, it seems, not when the self-deprecating "Sell Out" was the big single that propelled Turn the Radio Off up the charts. According to the cover, the album was "Sanitized for Your Protection," and that was close to the truth--bubbly pop melodies with a ska beat and plenty of horns, all catchy and decidedly goofy and inoffensive. The thing was, it worked. Reel Big Fish could play, they could write, and sing. And they pushed ska's profile even higher. The glistening, airy foam on the Third Wave. Chris Nickson

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great way to start a ska collection., December 1, 1999

By	[e-mail] (Newton MA) - See all my reviews

Reel BIg FIsh's Turn the Radio Off was the first real SKa CD I bought back in 96'. SInce then I've collected about 70 ska CD's. THis is still my favorites next to LTJ's Losing Streak. THere is some great song writing, great horns and great singing. THere is some of the best song writing I've ever heard on thisa CD even though none of it is really srious. Remember, the Beatles started out with the same type of songwriting and look where they ended up. If you're already a ska fan you either have this CD or have heard every song twice from a friend, but if you're not a ska fan this is the first ska album you should get, not to hardcore but still ska. (check out Less THan Jake too)

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The no 1 ska/ska punk album in the world, ...ever., March 11, 2000

By	Gareth Price (U.K) - See all my reviews

I got this album years ago now, and have listened to so, so many other ska, ska punk and punk bands over the years, none of whom have topped this timeless album.Less Than Jake are possibly the only other band to come anywhere near, although Reel Big Fish's 'Turn The Radio Off' is a far smoother and less punky sound than Less Than Jake. Every song on this album is a winner, so it's hard to pick out any highlights, because each song is a ska-classic in itself. The songs are infectiously catchy, but not really in an irratating pop song kind of way. You will find yourself constantly singing these bouncy,energetic songs, but will not wish them out of your head, because their so uplifting.This album has aged amazingly well over the years, and I have actually grown to like it more, and more as time goes by. Any fan of guitar based music will love this album, and any ska, or punk fan will have found their bible. I just wish they'd come over to the U.K sometime!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Everyone should have this CD, April 19, 2000

By	Greg Wilson (Daytona Beach) - See all my reviews

If you want a CD to put you in a good mood this is the one. Its got great flavor and an awsome horn section. Stop reading the reviews and just buy it. If you are a ska/punk/horn music lover you can't go wrong with this CD. Also, see them in concert if you can!