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Summary: Pure Atmospheric Bliss
Comment: First things first. With Porno For Pyros, Perry Farrell was NOT trying to recreate Jane's Addiction. That being said, this is a wonderful album that is way underappreciated. Porno is best know for the quirky song "Pets" off their debut, a solid album in itself, but this album is definetly their masterwork.
The album begins with "Porpoise Head", a trippy, lazy song that makes the listener melt into the chair. "100 Ways" is a brilliant song. Also very laid back as is much of the album. It definetly doesn't pack the Jane's punch, but that is NOT a bad thing. "Tahitian Moon" has one of the catchiest bass lines ever, and is another great tune.
I won't spoil the album by going through it song by song, all you need to know is that this is the perfect album to kick back after a long day and drift off into happiness. It also happens to be a great album to get down with your significant other. Definetly puts you in the mood to get it on.
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Summary: I will grow on you!
Comment: Perry Farrell is without doubt the Bowie of my generation. Each new recording moving into a different direction.
Don't expect a replica of the first Porno's CD. This album definately takes time to grow on you, but it is worth it.
In a era of throw away fabricated pop, Perry remains an artist true to himself.
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Summary: Very Disappointing
Comment: For any music lovers out there who are late learning about the wonder that is Jane's Addiciton and subsequently Porno For Pyros, avoid this album. All the positive reviews are very misleading in my opinion. Anyone who likes the band will of course be curious to hear this album. I don't discourage you. I just want to save you the frustration and disappointment that I experienced with this. I LOVED Jane's in the heyday, and still do, and the first PFP album is killer. This last gasp for PFP was created over a period of a few years while the strung out band members escaped for surfing trips to try to get clean. They didn't have much focus or drive on this one. I have had this cd for years and really WANTED to like it. It's just boring. Tahitian Moon is ok for a few listens....
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Summary: Porno For Pyros - Good God's Urge
Comment: This album is brilliant. Yes, it's that simple. Highlights include tracks 5 and 10. They're the more mellow tunes. The rest is also pure brilliance though and shows a diverse range of musical genres and performance levels throughout. I'd also go as far to say that the feel of this album is quite surreal. There's twists and turns and up and downs that will always surprise with each listen. It's like a tripped out roller-coaster ride that you'll rarely tire of.
Lastly, I reckon this album is far more musical than anything I've heard from Farrell's previous projects (e.g. compared to earlier tracks from Jane's Addiction). Thus, a person who appreciates more instrumental pieces, the usual chilling and sweet vocals from Perry, and experimental beats won't be disappointed with this album. Just forget about expecting coarse rock guitar and drums though. And yes that's a good thing. Turn it up!
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Summary: Porno For Pyros - 'Good God's Urge' (Warner Brothers)
Comment: This is the band's second and final release and it's a bid more mellower than their self-titled debut.But,rest assure it's still pretty cool sounding.I'll say this much,that I can truly understand as to why Jane's Addiction disbanded when they did.Porno For Pyros is DEFINITELY a step forward for vocalist Perry Farrell and drummer Stephen Perkins.The best two tracks here are "Tahitian Moon" and "Thick Of It All".A couple of others that sort of grabbed my attention are "Dogs Rule The Night","Freeway" and "Ball Eyes".Just an all around good stylish alternative rock CD.
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