Shooting Rubberbands At The Stars

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"What I Am," the leadoff track on Shooting Rubberbands at the Stars, was a left-field hit off this Dallas band's debut album, and it remains about the only thing they're remembered for (excepting Brickell's eventual marriage to Paul Simon). But a good part of this album is quite listenable and stands up reasonably well to the years. "Love Like We Do," "Little Miss S." and "The Wheel" are basically equal to "What I Am" in their rhythmic and melodic pop appeal; "Air of December" and "She" allow the band's more jazz-oriented roots a little room to flourish, and the poignantly personal ballad "Circle" remains the best lyric Brickell has written. It was all downhill from here, but Shooting Rubberbands was an early peak worth revisiting. --Peter Blackstock

Shooting Rubberbands At The Stars,Edie Brickell & New Bohemians,Geffen Records,Alternative Pop/Rock,College Rock,Folk-Rock,Jangle Pop,Pop,Rock,Rock/Pop

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Shooting Rubberbands At The Stars

Average customer rating: This album is a CLASSIC to many Edie fans. Don't Believe the Hype! BAND MAN Shooting Rubberbands At the Stars Edie Brickell Shooting Rubber Bands at the Stars

Shooting Rubberbands At The Stars Edie Brickell & New Bohemians Manufacturer: Geffen Records ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Singer-Songwriters | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Jangle Pop | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music Folk Rock | Rock | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | Folk Rock | Rock | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Folk Rock | Rock | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Alternative General | Alternative Rock | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | Oldies | Pop | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music $7.99 and Under | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Pop | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music Alternative Rock | Styles | Blowout Music | Stores | Music All Blowout Music | Blowout Music | Stores | Music $7.99 and Under | Prices | Blowout Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Alternative Rock | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Pop | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 Rock | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music 4-for-3 All Music | 4-for-3 Music | Stores | Music Similar Items: Ghost of a Dog Stranger Things Picture Perfect Morning Volcano Ultimate Collection ASIN: B000000OQW Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

1. What I Am
2. Little Miss S.
3. Air Of December
4. The Wheel
5. Love Like We Do
6. Circle
7. Beat The Time
8. She
9. Nothing
10. Now
11. Keep Coming Back
12. Bonus Track

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"What I Am," the leadoff track on Shooting Rubberbands at the Stars, was a left-field hit off this Dallas band's debut album, and it remains about the only thing they're remembered for (excepting Brickell's eventual marriage to Paul Simon). But a good part of this album is quite listenable and stands up reasonably well to the years. "Love Like We Do," "Little Miss S." and "The Wheel" are basically equal to "What I Am" in their rhythmic and melodic pop appeal; "Air of December" and "She" allow the band's more jazz-oriented roots a little room to flourish, and the poignantly personal ballad "Circle" remains the best lyric Brickell has written. It was all downhill from here, but Shooting Rubberbands was an early peak worth revisiting. --Peter Blackstock

Customer Reviews:

This album is a CLASSIC to many Edie fans........2007-07-08

I understand why some reviewers don't care for Edie Brickell & The New Bohemians, but to those of us that love them - "Shooting Rubberbands at the Stars" is a classic. Since I am not a musician, I cannot comment on the musicianship but, the lush lyrics and visual imagery are amazing. Edie Brickell paints pictures with her words and ethereal delivery and this is a particular talent that few singers accomplish. Furthermore, she sings with emotion which always connects with the audience and, if you have ever seen her live, you'll understand why she has a fervent following. Edie & The New Bohemians have a great chemistry together. I didn't care for her solo efforts as much - too much Paul Simon influence for my taste. Best of all, Edie has stayed true to herself despite the "One Hit Wonder" moniker. For true Edie fans, she was far more than a "One Hit Wonder" and she connects on a personal level.

Don't Believe the Hype!.......2007-02-22

I never cared for "What I Am," the only song I'd heard by her. But it seems like everywhere I go, I'm reading or hearing about how good this album is, and how talented she is. I had a good friend tell me that "What I Am" was actually the weakest song on the album, and the rest was great stuff.

I finally tried it and I gotta say... SHE SUCKS!! Every track after the first famous one sounds exactly the same, with her whining, flat voice grating in the exact same way. I've heard cats that sang better than this woman.

Ebay is my friend. This CD is no longer in my house.

BAND MAN.......2006-11-10

ALTERNATIVE MUSIC B4 IT WAS. LYRICS ARE EXCELENT, LISTEN CAREFULLY. TRUE-ISM ABOUND. MOST PEOPLE I KNOW HATE IT, BUT I REMAIN LOYAL TO THIS FOLK ROCK ENDEVOR....

Shooting Rubberbands At the Stars Edie Brickell.......2006-08-30

Excellent CD all songs on the CD are great

Shooting Rubber Bands at the Stars.......2006-03-14

Absolutely awesome!!! My 24 year olds favorite cd when he was younger and still loving it!!!

Average customer rating: Essential Edie

Shooting Rubberbands at the Stars Edie Brickell & The New Bohemians Manufacturer: Geffen ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music Similar Items: Ghost of a Dog Picture Perfect Morning In My Tribe Shooting Rubberbands At The Stars Wintersong ASIN: B00004V1GG Release Date: 1990-10-25

Customer Reviews:

Essential Edie.......2005-08-03

This is THE best Edie Brickell album. Just listen to the first 3 tracks and you'll be hooked. They're all just as good as the next. If you don't own an Edie album and are thinking about purchasing one, this is a really good place to start. Ghost of a Dog comes in a close second.

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