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Mysteries Of Life

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Audio CD (September 15, 1998)
Original Release Date: September 15, 1998
Number of Discs: 1
Label: RCA
ASIN: B00000ADG0

Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #196,064 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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1. Come Clean
2. Tell Me
3. Let It Slip
4. Fingerprint
5. Kiss Me Goodnight
6. Downhill
7. Year Ago Today
8. Maya & Luna
9. Hey Kate
10. All Caught Up
11. I Forgot to Say Goodbye
12. Your Face Betrays You
13. That's How Strong My Love Is
14. Southdowns

Editorial Reviews

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On their second album, the Mysteries of Life accomplish a remarkable feat: every song sounds instantly familiar and immediately hummable. It's almost as if Jake Smith were channeling some ancient pop tunes from the collective unconscious, and what makes the whole thing doubly special is that, even after repeated listens, the songs still sound fresh. Though individual songs are a little less memorable than on the band's debut, Keep a Secret, there are still plenty of winners here: the earnest pleading of "Kiss Me Goodnight," the sweetly rendered heartache of "Wish You Well," the revenge-minded "Your Face Betrays You," even the haunting, Howard Jones-ish ballad "That's How Strong My Love Is." It's not just the melodies that make the Mysteries of Life one of the best pure pop bands around--it's their ability to convey a full spectrum of emotion while keeping your head nodding. --Randy Silver


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4.0 out of 5 stars Not Quite a "Secret", November 27, 2002

By	Brian D. Rubendall (Oakton, VA) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)

Indiana-based The Mysteries of Life followed up their amazing Vulgar Boatmen-esque debut album "Keep a Secret" with a sophomore effort, "Come Clean," which is not quite a strong but still has some very fine moments. The Mysteries are a pure guitar pop rockers unfortunately laboring in a era dominated by grunge, boy bands and shock rappers. Nevertheless, few artists are able to produce songwriting hooks so effectively.

The albums high point is "Kiss Me Goodnight," which is a dead ringer for The Vulgar Boatmen. Other standouts include "Let it Slip," "Year Ago Today," and "Tell Me." Though there are not as many standouts as on the debut album, there are no outright clunkers either.

Overall, a strong sophomore effert from an overlooked band that deserves a much wider audience.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Come Clean/Mysteries of Lide, June 9, 2001

By	Steve Renard (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews

This CD immediately gets your attention! Their unmistakable melodramatic sound is such a fresh change. The songs are well thought out and nicely done. I especially like "Your face betrays you" as it easily relates to everyone that has been there/felt that. Come Clean, the opening and title track is a great opener. This is the type of CD that you would want to put on, open the windows and just take in that lazy sunny weekend. You won't be disappointed.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Why on Earth arn't they famous?, March 3, 1999

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Actually I know why. They're music isn't a fast as some would like it. Even so, Downhill, Tell Me, Let It Slip and Fingerprint are incredibly good. All the songs grow on you after repeated listenings. It is only a matter of time before they break it big.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Really a mystery why these guys are not better know...
I really like this record. Simple yet completely engaging. Fans of Silos, Vulgar Boatmen, mellow Marshall Crenshaw, and lovers of "pure pop" music will appreciate... Read more

Published on August 22, 2000 by gator480

5.0 out of 5 stars the greatest thing in American music you've never heard of..
Once in a great while you hear a collection of songs with which you instantly identify. They make your life a little richer; they become the soundtrack to your conscious hours... Read more

Published on April 4, 1999 by rodofi@mailexcite.com

5.0 out of 5 stars Do yourself a favor and buy their records
This band has had a hard time getting good exposure and they deserve more. I know everybody says that about some unknown band that they like, but this is different. Read more

Published on November 23, 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Great CD - this band deserves to break
This record is extremely tasty, growing on you with every play. The Mysteries members include former Blake Baby Freda Love, her husband Jake Smith (both also formerly of Antenna),... Read more

Published on November 12, 1998 by M. Whybark

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