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Audio CD
Publisher: Roadrunner Records
Format: Enhanced, Special Edition
Now in 2006, The NEW YORK DOLLS return with the follow-up to 1974's Too Much Too Soon that proves that the band hasn’t lost a step and that they are ready to show the world what they've been missing. The new studio album "One Day It Will Please Us To Remember Even This" captures the spirit of a band that had disappeared long before rock n roll became about big business, and presents the essence of fun, revelatory Rock N Roll in its purest form.
Three decades-and-change since they disintegrated in a burst of self-abuse and self-fulfilling prophecy, the darlings of '70s proto-punk/glam stage a return to the recording studio that's as unlikely as it is good-natured. The opening triptych of "We're All in Love," "Runnin' Around," and the downright nostalgic "Plenty of Music" argues that remaining band members David Johanson and Syl Sylvain are more interested in celebrating their survival with a little sass than rehashing the sonic anarchy that made them. Yet veteran producer Jack Douglas never lets the band (now featuring Hanoi Rocks bassist Sammi Yaffa, guitarist Steve Conte, Brian Koonin on keyboards, and drummer Brian Delaney) become too absorbed in more focused songcraft here, injecting the same edgy, pop-buzz he imparted to Cheap Trick and Aerosmith on the infectious soul-punk single "Dance Like a Monkey" and elsewhere. Helping celebrate the Dolls revival in fine fashion are guest turns by Iggy Pop (the frantic "Gimme Luv & Turn On the Light") and Michael Stipe (who harmonizes on the ballad "Dancing on the Lip of the Volcano"), as well as Against Mel's Tom Gabel on the trademark rave-up "Punishing World." The Dolls have always been a triumph of attitude over art; ultimately little has changed here other than the bracing exuberance they bring with them this time 'round. First pressings of the release contain a 45-minute "making of" featurette as well as the bonus track "17," a lugubrious workout featuring Dolls inspiration/rock progenitor Bo Diddley. --Jerry McCulley
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| A Matured, Finer New York Dolls |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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Any true punk rock fan knows or has heard of the New York Dolls. Remember the start of glam/punk, tight black stretch pants and died hair? Many bands since they came out back then name The New York Dolls as an influence to their own music. These guys are known for their short, humorous, catchy punk rock songs.
So David Johansen has come back with this Nw York Dolls release after thirty years of making music. This album features "We're All In Love", "Take a Good Look at my Good Looks" (nice title), and "Dance Like a Monkey" about evolution. But hey, you know if you've been playing music for that long. you have to naturally become respected and accomplished musicians, so the songs are slightly different. The Dolls have matured from the garage punk/out of tune sound. Truly matured they have.
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| NY DOLLS ROCK! |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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This new album is so amazingly incredible... I wasn't too sure what to think and actually hesitated before really listening to it. I love the Dolls and have loved them for AGES! When I finally started listening to the album it wasn't til about a month or so after I got this. I caved in a bit and thought there were some catchy tunes but wasn't hooked right off the bat. But the more I listened to it, the more it grew on me and I started listening "deeper". Then finding out that they were playing I just HAD to go!!
Seeing them live doing all their old stuff as well as a TON of stuff from this new album was so amazing! Seeing them live will convince you that these guys are the real thing and that this album wasn't about trying to be who they were - it's about showing the world how they've evolved and how awesome they are NOW!
Now I listen to the album and love it all!! I can't think of a song on there that I don't like!
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| THE DOLLS ROCK |
| Customer Rating: 3 out of 5 |
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THESE DOLLS HAVE PLENTY OF LIFE LEFT IN EM....
DAVID'S VOICE IS AS SEREPY AS EVER AND THE NEW YORK DOLLS ARE ALWAYS FUN TO CATCH LIVE......CATCH EM BEFORE THEY DECIDE TO BREAK UP AGAIN.....
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| I have to say.................... |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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The New York Dolls have always held a special place in my heart. Seeing them live when the reunited was a blast. But as far as new music was concerned I figured there would be no way they could recapture the magic without Johnny Thunders. I was wrong. Although it is a different type of magic, it is still magic all the same. Take it for what it is and enjoy.
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| Better than I was hoping for. |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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I purchased this CD because the New York Dolls are one of my all-time favorite bands. I planned to purchase it simply to say "Thanks" for some great memories. But, I was pleasantly surprised.
Is this CD as good as their first two albums? ("New York Dolls" and "Too Much Too Soon") Probably not. But, this album is MUCH better than I was expecting. I was not disappointed at all!
So, if you do not have their first two albums, you should probably purchase them first to see what all the shouting was about.
If you are already familiar with their earlier albums, then you probably have this one already.
Also, I'd recommend purchasing the actual CD (vs. an MP3 download of the CD) because the "Making of ..." DVD that is included is a nice touch.
Enjoy!
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We’re All in Love
Runnin’ Around
Plenty of Music
Dance Like a Monkey
Punishing World
Maimed Happiness
Fishnets and Cigarettes
Gotta Get Away from Tommy
Dancing on the Lip of a Volcano
I Ain’t Got Nothin'
Rainbow Store
Gimme Luv and Turn on the Light
Take a Good Look at my Good Looks
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