- Original Release Date: April 18, 2011
- Label: 4AD
- Copyright: 2011 4AD Ltd
- Total Length: 41:54
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- ASIN: B004TLM17G
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
- Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #11,042 Paid in MP3 Albums (See Top 100 Paid in MP3 Albums)
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| Play | 1. My Country | 3:40 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 2. Es-so | 3:29 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 3. Gangsta | 3:58 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 4. Powa | 5:03 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 5. Riotriot | 4:13 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 6. Bizness | 4:23 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 7. Doorstep | 4:16 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 8. You Yes You | 3:33 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 9. Wooly Wolly Gong | 6:07 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 10. Killa | 3:12 | $0.99 |
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37 of 41 people found the following review helpful
By Jeff Engel
Format:Audio CD
I've been listening to this album for a couple of weeks (captured from a pre-release stream from NPR). At first it seemed jagged and a bit gimmicky (like the alternating caps in the band's name), but after more than a dozen listens, it all sounds like music and it all sounds authentic (not gimmicky), rich, and amazing, so I've ordered the CD through my local record store (sorry, Amazon). It has been fun as well to watch live performances on YouTube and see how Merrill and her combo construct the music on stage with a loop pedal, ukelele, and that incredible voice (not to mention some very tasty bass).
This music rewards repeated listening: I'm still hearing new things, and because the lyrics aren't always easy to hear, new snatches are still surfacing (not always pleasant when you finally understand the words). My favorite song for a long time was Powa, romantic and sexy with a great slow build; lately my favorite changes depending on the day (today it's the last track, Killa), and I think that is a sign of a great album.
This music rewards repeated listening: I'm still hearing new things, and because the lyrics aren't always easy to hear, new snatches are still surfacing (not always pleasant when you finally understand the words). My favorite song for a long time was Powa, romantic and sexy with a great slow build; lately my favorite changes depending on the day (today it's the last track, Killa), and I think that is a sign of a great album.
20 of 21 people found the following review helpful
By MTL
Format:MP3 Music
I'm pretty OCD when it comes to organizing my songs, but Tune-yards makes music that inspired me to create a new genre in iTunes called "music". As in, hard-to-classify, genre-busting, down-right *good* music. I guess I'd call it "Afro-electronic funk-alternative acoustic R&B world soul".
Merrill's voice has an incredibly unique tone, rich with expression. The instrumentation is for the most part minimalist, but is heavily supported by looped riffs of her fascinating vocalizations; just listen to a few seconds of 'Bizness' and you'll hear what I mean.
Favorite tracks are Gangsta, Powa, Bizness, but really the whole album is a well-worthwhile listen and purchase. (also, go check out "Bird-Brains". The track 'Sunlight' is gorgeous)
Merrill's voice has an incredibly unique tone, rich with expression. The instrumentation is for the most part minimalist, but is heavily supported by looped riffs of her fascinating vocalizations; just listen to a few seconds of 'Bizness' and you'll hear what I mean.
Favorite tracks are Gangsta, Powa, Bizness, but really the whole album is a well-worthwhile listen and purchase. (also, go check out "Bird-Brains". The track 'Sunlight' is gorgeous)
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:MP3 Music
Alot of people find the album "WHO Kill" hard to review, and SIRIUS XMU kept getting feedback whether this was the real deal or not. For me, it was fresh and inovative, but with many new takes on genre-bending music, it's a hate it or love it kind of deal. This reviewer personally loves the approach and sound that the "Tune-Yards" are pumping out. What is the genre? Well that's what makes this album so great. A mix of Indie, Hip Hop, Skat, and whatever else you can lable them with. You'd think alot of the beats are produced on "Reason" or something, but all the videos I've seen of them in they've produce all organic beats. Exceptional!
This album is far from perfect, with many of the songs being okay but not as catchy as the four really great ones, the experimental sound can make or break it for the listener, in the end the four best songs on "Who Kill" make up for the rest of the album. The biggest hook line and sinker is definatly the "Bizness" which really shows off Merrill Garbus (YES IT'S A CHICK! DUH) vocal prowess. "Powa", "Doorstep", and "You Yes You" are the remaining greats while the others are just seminally okay.
Based on those few songs I'd give this album 5 stars, but the leftovers are hard to get into. This reviewer is really looking foreward to the next album and seeing what the "Tune-Yards" can really shell out. I believe we have something very important developing here. One last quip I'd have is that while the vocals are brought into a spectacular art-form by Merrill, they can fall short in the song-writing department, still this doesn't hold the "Tune-Yards" back from a thoroughly enjoyable listen.
7/10
This album is far from perfect, with many of the songs being okay but not as catchy as the four really great ones, the experimental sound can make or break it for the listener, in the end the four best songs on "Who Kill" make up for the rest of the album. The biggest hook line and sinker is definatly the "Bizness" which really shows off Merrill Garbus (YES IT'S A CHICK! DUH) vocal prowess. "Powa", "Doorstep", and "You Yes You" are the remaining greats while the others are just seminally okay.
Based on those few songs I'd give this album 5 stars, but the leftovers are hard to get into. This reviewer is really looking foreward to the next album and seeing what the "Tune-Yards" can really shell out. I believe we have something very important developing here. One last quip I'd have is that while the vocals are brought into a spectacular art-form by Merrill, they can fall short in the song-writing department, still this doesn't hold the "Tune-Yards" back from a thoroughly enjoyable listen.
7/10
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best CD of the decade for me.
I heard Merrill Garbus (Tuneyards) on the great NPR music show "Sound Opinions. The music is adventurous, funky and totally unique. Read more
Published 14 days ago by Duane Nelson
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good
Interesting music that has a fresh style backed up with some good beats. Would recommend to everyone who likes music.
Published 26 days ago by Peter Gerde
5.0 out of 5 stars
Merrill and the band are amazing
We first heard the band on a late night talk show, then caught them on Austin City Limits. My wife commented that they sounded like Sun Ra's Cosmic Arkestra, and sometimes, their... Read more
Published 2 months ago by herb
5.0 out of 5 stars
Favorite!
I love tUnE-yArDs so very very much. They have a special place in my heart, specifically the track "Powa." Everyone should own this.
Published 2 months ago by Jeremy
5.0 out of 5 stars
Whokill
very unusual- great sound and concept! She has a great voice- very creative looping.
(My wife loves me, but I have to do a better job of wiping my feet when I come in)
(My wife loves me, but I have to do a better job of wiping my feet when I come in)
Published 2 months ago by Les Braze
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good driving music
Good music with a strong beat. But for the true total experience, I strongly recommend looking up the video on Austin City Limits, that's where I saw them first and it's amazing... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Timothy J. Tautges
5.0 out of 5 stars
Original, unique music
Great sound--there's nothing like this out right now. She was great on Sound Opinions, if you can find the video.
Published 3 months ago by Jeremy S. Touzel
5.0 out of 5 stars
:)
I received it packaged well, and everything was there! I got it in five business days just like I was told.
Published 3 months ago by Allison
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cool group.
Great jams. Raw, fun and lots of energy. The new alternative is here. Creative loops and arrangements. I highly recommend.
Published 5 months ago by Gregory Sauceda
5.0 out of 5 stars
Merrill rocks
This album blows me away. Creativity explodes, envelopes pushed. She is unapologetic in her expression. At times sweet, violent or crazy, all is fair.
Published 10 months ago by C. Pearl
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