Customer Reviews

Twenty Eight Orange Street

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The witty wordplay and explosive energy of this amazing band are just two of the things that make them a sound to behold. "28 Orange Street" is a taste of where the band came from, so don't let the production of a few of the tracks fool you. The cd is wicked entertaining. When you hear "Oklahoma", "What We Have Now", and "The First Time", relish the good life. When you so craftily root out the hidden track at 15:50 of the last track, laugh at the random craziness that is Adam Busch ranting about what it means to be an artist. But most important, when you hear this cd, get yourself to a live show ASAP. You will be blown away by these outstanding performers and the quality of the shows they put on. I guarantee you will love this band. You will. And if by some freakish twist of fate you don't want to catch a live show and become a Common Ro fan for life after listening to it, then feel free to find me on the street and I will buy you coffee AND give you your money back, baby. But I'm telling you it won't happen.

This is a great debut album; I listened to this record for three weeks straight without getting tired of it. Common Rotation is an amazing band, and their style embraces a wide mix of genres. Unfortunately "28 Orange Street" doesn't, in my opinion, represent the band as they are today; they're a constantly evolving exercise in musical magic, and anybody who likes the sound ought to catch them live. The stuff they play live and are producing today (their new album is due out any time now; they're producing it with a couple of They Might Be Giants guys) blows Orange Street out of the water, but that doesn't diminish the fact that "28 Orange Street" is a fantastic album. I often rotate the records I keep in my car and listen to at work, but this is one that never leaves my CD wallet. The only song I'm not very crazy about is "Rock Star"; my favorites on this album are "Burgandy", "The Crowd and I", "Dancer", and "The First Time", but really all of the songs are great. And make sure you check out the hidden track after "Dancer"... it's one of Adam Busch's mid-show riffs and it's HILARIOUS. Seriously, check these guys out, because you're going to be hearing more about them real soon.

I basically bought the CD cos 'Warren' from Buffy is in the band but after listening to it I realised how talented Adam Busch (Warren) really is. Common Rotation are alot like The Barenaked Ladies but with their own witty twist. Once this album gets in your CD player, it'll never leave!!! Personal favs are 'Rockstar' and 'Oklahoma' but there is some witty Busch dialogue, about 15 minutes after the last track! Enjoy!

I caught the band in concert by accident...Bought the CD that night at the club and listen to parts of it everyday. So much fun! This is a band who knows how to work an audience. How to play up their strong parts. Eric's accoustic guiter is great and the songs he sings are quite moving. While Adam's songs are more "what the..." and really funny. You just fall into the music. They touch into many different genres of music while staying happily in the folk rock group.
The music just makes you move. You can't stay still.
If you ever get the chance, check them out live...

I'm surprised I haven't worn out my copy.

Common Rotation (their new name, and the title of this CD) is tons of fun, brilliant, and a great CD.

Perfectly blending folk, rock and pop, this is a CD which is going to get (excuse the groan-inducing pun) common rotation on your CD player.

This is a CD definitely worth checking out, and you'd be remiss to pass up a chance to do just that...

My roommate brought home this CD and we had a blast dancing around and listening. The band's influences include Dave Matthews Band, Barenaked Ladies, Phish and more. As I said before and will say again...this band is a lot of fun! I hope you enjoy it!

but they soon will be. Common Rotation is a band born and from New York but now they are based in L.A. They also have a cult following. This band has legion of fans on both coasts, plus this group isn't just known in the usa this band is known world wide.Common Rotation has a rock, pop, folk, jazz, reaggae feel to them. I've read all the reviews and you all are right you have to see them live. they are just killa live in person.
5 stars thsi cd will give you a feel of their unique sound.

The first time i heard Common Rotation was at a book signing, Adam and Eric played one song (the first time)acoustic, and i fell in love!! This cd is so great, especially the song Burgandy :)If you havent seen his band live you HAVE to, they put on an amazing show...so while this cd is just a taste of all the greatness Common Rotation has to offer, its definitely an awesome cd!!

I just have to say that this album was without a doubt the best album in the world. It doesnt copy other popstars and the music is new and exciting. I couldnt stop listening to it. You must buy this cd or your missing out big time! Also there is a new album out by common rotation but it costs to much for the shipping and unfort amazon doesnt have it :(! This is a must buy so thats my advice now its up to you!

Just caught the band at the House of Blues in Vegas with They Might Be Giants. I laughed myself silly. These guys are young, cute, talented and not afraid of showing off for giggles. I'd catch their show again anytime. Their spoof of Ana Ang was priceless. If you get a chance, check them out in concert. I'm sure half the fun is lost on CD alone.