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  • Audio CD (March 15, 1994)
  • Original Release Date: March 15, 1994
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Geffen Records
  • ASIN: B000003TAT
  • Also Available in: Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #40,055 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars original, September 25, 2000
By motlalekhotso (cupertino, usa) - See all my reviews
English lacks the superlatives to describe this album. In today's pop culture, in which crass commercialism crushes originality, Fruit of Life stands out as a perfect jewel. The depth of their lyrics astounds. The range of their vocals intrigues. The purity of their harmony amazes. All in all, the best CD in years. No wonder the big labels ignore them!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Best Band since Indigo Girls, February 5, 2000
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I cannot say enough about this album. Every song is a treat-- I have been listening to the album for well over a year. The music is similar to ballads by Everything But the Girl and Indigo Girls, and even better in some ways. A word of caution, however: the 1996 album is much different, reflecting a harder and faster sound.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic voice and sound, April 12, 1999
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By accident, I discovered the Wild Colonials live at a hole in the wall in Boise, Idaho. The intensity of the music, the variety of sounds, the violin and the vocals were so compelling I bought both of their albums. The music is truly fantastic and every track on this CD is worth your time. The lyrics tend to be reflective, in some cases sad, but always comforting. This is not to say the music is slow - there are some very lively songs and some truly remarkable violin playing. "Alice" is the best "fast" song on the CD; it begins "The feeling was strong/when it came up tonight/you looked at your life/and nothing seemed right..." You'll feel the energy in the song.

Although the Wild Colonials are not really similar, I know many who like them who also like Sarah MacLachlan, Sinead O'Connor, Dave Matthews Band, Cowboy Junkies, etc. The Wild Colonials manage to be both soft and intense. I also recommend their other CD, This Can't Be Life; equally good.
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