V Is for Vagina [EXPLICIT LYRICS]

Puscifer

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 30, 2007)
• Original Release Date: October 30, 2007
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Explicit Lyrics
• Label: Pucifer Ent
• ASIN: B000W8ONXU
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (111 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #6,068 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Maynard James Keenan steps outside his brain for a moment and delivers a down 'n' dirty batch of songs that have more in common with soul than Satan. Whether the dark 'n' sexy "Dozo," the moody "Momma Sed," or the electronic pummeling of "The Undertaker," Keenan and friends (an impressive and eclectic cast that includes Milla Jovovich, Lisa Germano, Tim Alexander, and Danny Lohner) never disappoint. Darkly funny, wickedly funny, and sexy V is for Vagina is a welcome change of pace from the Tool/A Perfect Circle frontman and will no doubt be one of the most talked about--and misunderstood--records of the year. --Jedd Beaudoin

Product Description

2007 release from Maynard James Keenan, the mainman behind Tool and A Perfect Circle. Puscifer is Maynard's multi-faceted, multimedia, multi-artist, multi-personality project. Secrets and voices in Maynard's head are the fuel that move this new project....and perhaps a slightly loose grip on what most of us would call reality! Puscifer have been featured on the soundtracks to Underworld, Underworld: Evolutions and Saw II. Guests on the album include Milla Jovovich, Devo Jonny Polonsky, Lustmord, Trey Gunn, Lisa Germano, Micah, Alan Moulder and others. Features the single 'Queen B' . Puscifer. --This text refers to an alternate Audio CD edition.

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28 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars R Is For Review, November 6, 2007

By	Mr. Censored (Maine) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

So here we are with Maynard James Keenan's third official side project, Puscifer. Not as dense or as challenging as Tool, nor as emotional and cathartic as A Perfect Circle. One look at the album cover, the song titles, heck, even the band name, and it becomes apparent that Maynard had no intentions of creating another side-project that sticks to the tried and true. Coming off of the failed Tapeworm project (spearheaded by Nine Inch Nails mastermind Trent Reznor), Keenan got together with bassist/producer Danny Lohner, recorded a couple of songs for "Saw II" and the "Underworld" soundtracks, and that was that. The songs were brooding, very Maynard-esque, but with a hint of something different. That something different is what eventually takes over on the band's debut album. Recorded with a slew of collaborators, some obscure, some noteworthy, it is indeed an album that will raise some eyebrows. Sometimes dabbling into trip-hop, industrial, country and salsa, there seem to be no boundaries for this project. Songs like "Rev 22:20," "The Undertaker" and "Trekka" will likely appeal to those already acquainted, while others such as "Momma Sed" and "Queen B" require a grain of salt to be appreciated. Flat out, this is probably the most accessible of Maynard's career, because with one listen, you'll know if you like it or not. Some people will love Puscifer's debut album, some will hate it. At the end of the day, it really doesn't matter. It's best not to overthink this one. It's quite obvious in interviews that Maynard isn't interested in creating another band with massive appeal and a huge audience. Just think of it as something cool, creative and a bit left of center. If not for anything else, it makes for good background music.

50 of 67 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Typically "Difficult" Side Project, November 1, 2007

By	Andrew Shaffer "www.PrintisUndead.com" (Davenport, Iowa) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

After hearing the first single, "REV 22:20," on the "Underworld" soundtrack, I had high hopes for a full Puscifer album. When the juvenile title and artwork were released, I lowered my expectations...but not far enough, apparently, as the first few listens haven't been too rewarding.

Maynard James Keenan has described his Puscifer side project as "a space with no clear or discernible goals". I couldn't have described the album any better than that. Tool and A Perfect Circle fans (much like Faith No More fans a decade ago) will most likely be split on whether the album is a Mr. Bungle-like masterpiece or a Mr. Bungle-like dud. Do yourself a favor and listen to the tracks on Puscifer's official MySpace page before buying.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars No more need for the old Empire.... When The Indigo Children....come, November 4, 2007

By	eternal now "roejoerrer" (mankato) - See all my reviews

This review is from: V Is for Vagina (Audio CD)

I wish I could have seen the faces of these so called "tool fans" when they found out that Puscifer's "V is for Vagina" is absolutely NOTHING like Tool or A Perfect Circle. I expect that many of them went online to express their grief at being misled; "tool fans" are always thinking that they "know" teh band, that they know Maynard through and through. LOL.

I've already read some scathing reviews that seem to hint that they wish Puscifer sounded just like Tool or something. Well, to enlighten you all, Puscifer is its own entity. The music found on "V is for Vagina" is like nothing you have ever heard before. And by the way, this is NOT just Maynard here, there are other members of this band, many contributors that are equally as talented as he is. For example Tim Alexander, who was the original drummer for Primus does quite a few of the drum Tracks on "V is for Vagina", Lustmord makes an appearance as well.

The sound on "V is for Vagina" is creative, groovy and dark; my kind of stuff. Satire oozes out of every lyric and melody, as does soul and originality. I've heard this album compared to My life with The Thrill Kill Cult, and dark industrial lounge music; I would agree with the latter to an extent, however I do have to say that each song has its own style and is entirely original and different than anything else I have ever heard. Maynard's vocals range from low deep singing to choir and chant style vocals. Guitars play a minor part compared to the synth's, keyboards and drumming; they are still prevalent but not as much as in Manynard's other bands.

As far as lyrical content, who knows. Some of the lyrics seem like a joke, and others seem deep; its really hard to say.
Queen B, the albums first track, features tribal style overdubbed vocals, raunchy lyrics, pounding drums and a trip-hop atmosphere. Great track...I've heard it referred to as the industrial "Baby Got Back".

Dozo (Version 2) features minor twangy guitars and a relentless drum beat; sort of funky, sort of trip-hop adventure. Maynard half raps in a low voice.

Vagina Mine introduces some odd drum and guitar time signatures, more low vocals, overdubbed chanting style vocals, tripped out guitar work and a damn cool vibe; this is definitely one of the best tracks on the album.

Momma Sed is another standout track on "V is for Vagina". Maynard's vocals and lyrics are more akin to his previous work. Clean guitar riffs take the forefront here, laid over a drum machine beat. This song has sort of a Lenard Cohen vibe to it, very cool.

Drunk with power starts off with experimental noise, but quickly turns into a slow, piano driven tune with more of the low sung vocals; a very experimental and avant-garde track.

The Undertaker was a previously released song, on the Underworld Soundtrack I believe, but it still sounds great. Heavy and very electronic, with great vocals by Maynard.

Trekka represents another tribal chanting (almost operatic) sounding song with a very hypnotic melody accompanied by pounding drums.

Indigo Children is another amazing tune with a tight beat, superior vocals and an awesome lyrical concept. If you don't know who the Indigo Children are, I suggest you Google them. Great song..

Sour Grapes comes off as Gospel, but you KNOW that satire is the bases for the song. Get right with Jesus...

Rev 22:20 is another previously released tune, but this is a remixed version, much more laid back and lounge sounding.

Many will be turned off by "V is for Vagina"; its not pop radio stuff but rather post apocalyptic hymnals for the daring. Don't bring any expectations and don't expect Tool or A Perfect Circle; those bands aren't here. What you will get is a totally new and original experience bot musically and emotionally. It may take a few listens, it may not, either way give this album a chance.