Come on Now Social

Come on Now Social

Editorial Reviews

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Gentle Birkenstock-shod Lilith Fair fans who casually drop this disc into their CD player may be shocked by the raw power of the opening track, "Go," a punkish, guitar-driven call to action that once and for all blows away the notion that the Indigos can't rock. Recorded with London ensemble Ghostland (Sinead O'Connor's backing band on her 1998 Lilith dates), Come On Now Social doesn't abandon the Georgia duo's familiar folkish sound, but expands it to include soul ("Peace Tonight"), funked-up mountain music ("Ozilline"), full-on rock ("Compromise"), and blistering Steve Earle-style country ("Faye Tucker"). Guest artists abound, including Sheryl Crow, Luscious Jackson's Kate Schellenbach, Me'Shell Ndegeocello, Joan Osborne, the Band's Rick Danko and Garth Hudson, and Natacha Atlas, but they don't overshadow Emily Saliers and Amy Ray, who are at the top of their game here. --Daniel Durchholz

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Come on Now Social

Come on Now Social
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Great album, long overdue...
  • Amazing
  • This Remains Their Best CD to Date (2006)
  • Keepin' on
  • Indigo Girls Rock
 Come on Now Social
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Manufacturer: Sony
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00001R3HR
Release Date: 1999-09-28

Tracks:

  1. Go
  2. Soon To Be Nothing
  3. Gone Again - (with Sheryl Crow)
  4. Trouble - (with Joan Osborne)
  5. Sister
  6. Peace Tonight - (with Joan Osborne/Garth Hudson/Natacha Atlas)
  7. Ozilline
  8. We Are Together - (with Me'Shell Ndegeocello/Kate Shellenbach)
  9. Cold Beer And Remote Control - (with Sheryl Crow)
  10. Compromise - (with Me'Shell Ndegeocello/Kate Schellenbach)
  11. Andy
  12. Fay Tucker

Amazon.com

Gentle Birkenstock-shod Lilith Fair fans who casually drop this disc into their CD player may be shocked by the raw power of the opening track, "Go," a punkish, guitar-driven call to action that once and for all blows away the notion that the Indigos can't rock. Recorded with London ensemble Ghostland (Sinead O'Connor's backing band on her 1998 Lilith dates), Come On Now Social doesn't abandon the Georgia duo's familiar folkish sound, but expands it to include soul ("Peace Tonight"), funked-up mountain music ("Ozilline"), full-on rock ("Compromise"), and blistering Steve Earle-style country ("Faye Tucker"). Guest artists abound, including Sheryl Crow, Luscious Jackson's Kate Schellenbach, Me'Shell Ndegeocello, Joan Osborne, the Band's Rick Danko and Garth Hudson, and Natacha Atlas, but they don't overshadow Emily Saliers and Amy Ray, who are at the top of their game here. --Daniel Durchholz

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great album, long overdue..........2006-12-06

The Indigo Girls had plenty of talent and plenty to say as demonstrated on every album prior to this one. For better or worse it was channeled into a predictable form that left few guessing what the next album would sound like... and then along comes Come On Now Social. Full of new life, the girls kicked out an extraordinary album that outshone all but perhaps their self titled album and Nomads Indians Saints. Its strength is its variety. Amy and Emily explore new musical textures that give their always powerful lyrics a fresh voice. From the surprising, exhilarating crunch of Go to the spooky overtones of Faye Tucker (both by Amy Ray, the more adventurous of the two) Come On Now Social is a bright star, highly recommended to fans and newcomers alike.

5 out of 5 stars Amazing.......2006-05-16

Come on Now Social was a daring departure from previous Indigo Girl efforts. And its amazingly successfull too! There are several tracks which are the traditional folksy-harmony songs that so beautifully team up Emily's and Amy's voices, but some of the songs are highly energetic and blistering rock tracks.

The lyrics are very emotional and powerful, carrying a personal and message that is unabashedly politically charged and always make me pull myself back from just enjoying the music and really think about what the Indigo Girls are saying.

In short--this is a fantastic CD in every way!

5 out of 5 stars This Remains Their Best CD to Date (2006).......2005-11-26

Come On Now Social (CONS) remains the best collection of songs the Indigo Girls have released in 20 years of recording. While their recent releases (through 2006) have been good, they have not captured the spirit and life energy present in CONS. Amy and Emily took a big risk in the production of CONS and it paid-off; clearly the sum is greater than the parts. This is one of the few CDs that I can play from start to finish everytime. Each song is engaging and thought provoking; while melodic and truly interesting. I hear something new everytime I listen, and I've probably listened to it over 2000 times!

It is also interesting to note that this was the last Indigo Girls' CD made before Amy Ray went solo; and thus CONS captures the pinncale diptych, yin and yang of the duo. Since Amy has been able to focus her punk rebelliousness into her solo recordings, her collaborations with Emily are more cultivated, tame and polished (not bad, but notably different). CONS captures the spontaneity and richness of both Amy and Emily with the voluminous sounds and comprehensive lyrics the makes the Indigo Girls original and wonderful.

4 out of 5 stars Keepin' on.......2004-11-07

Man, there are a few incredibly gorgeous tunes on this recording. A previous reviewer asked where the harmonies went.
Anyone who can't hear harmonies busting out all over must be on crack. I've been a fan since '86 and tired of some of their two acoustic guitars attack. I like things mixed up and this album provides it... nice production as well. Definitely one of my faves they've done.

5 out of 5 stars Indigo Girls Rock.......2004-06-28

This is probably my favourite Indigo Girls album ( along with Rites of Passage ); not because it`s among their most hardrocking, but because of the playing and the great songs. Lots of energy and emotion. Great backing from drummers john Reynolds and Jerry Marotta and bassist Clare Kenny. Emily Saliers demonstrates what a great gutarist she is - both the electric and the acoustic.
A lot of prominent guest appearances too: Rick Danko and Garth Hudson of the Band, Sheryl Crow and Joan Osborne join in on vocals

Amy`s rocking "Go" sets the scene right from the start.

With Emily`s ballad "Soon Be to Nothing" the mood calms down for a while.

The catchy country tune "Gone Again" comes next. One of Amy`s best songs on the album.

With Emily`s "Trouble" things begin to rock a again. Great vocals. The serious "Sister" is a classical Amy Ray type song .

"Peace Tonight" is a highlight. Catchy and optimistic.

"Ozilline" written about/to Amy grandmother is a traditional type tune. Ozillene actually introduces herself in the beginning of the track.

The next two songs are written by Emily; "Cold Beer and Remote Control" is by far the better. Catchy melody and funny sarcastic lyrics. Could have been a hit record. Sheryl Crow joins in here!

"Compromise" is probably my least favourite - hardrocking punkrock-type of tune.

"Andy" is another fine Emily ballad.

Last track is Amy`s indignant comment the the execution of Faye Tucker; a very moving number.

Why Emily`s beautiful "Philosophy of Loss" was only included as a hidden track is really a mystery to me. Along with "Cold Beer and Remote Control", "Peace Tonight" and "Gone Again" this is an outstanding song.
Come on Now Social
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Great album, long overdue...
  • Amazing
  • This Remains Their Best CD to Date (2006)
  • Keepin' on
  • Indigo Girls Rock
 Come on Now Social
Indigo Girls
Manufacturer: Sony
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
Singer-SongwritersSinger-Songwriters | Pop | Styles | Music
Adult AlternativeAdult Alternative | Pop | Styles | Music
Folk RockFolk Rock | Rock | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
Similar Items:
  1. Shaming of the Sun
  2. Become You
  3. Swamp Ophelia
  4. All That We Let In
  5. 1200 Curfews

ASIN: B00001R3HU
Release Date: 1999-09-28

Tracks:

  1. Go
  2. Soon Be To Nothing
  3. Gone Again
  4. Trouble
  5. Sister
  6. Peace Tonight
  7. Ozilline
  8. We Are Together
  9. Cold Beer And Remote Control
  10. Compromise
  11. Andy
  12. Faye Tucker

Amazon.com

Gentle Birkenstock-shod Lilith Fair fans who casually drop this disc into their CD player may be shocked by the raw power of the opening track, "Go," a punkish, guitar-driven call to action that once and for all blows away the notion that the Indigos can't rock. Recorded with London ensemble Ghostland (Sinead O'Connor's backing band on her 1998 Lilith dates), Come On Now Social doesn't abandon the Georgia duo's familiar folkish sound, but expands it to include soul ("Peace Tonight"), funked-up mountain music ("Ozilline"), full-on rock ("Compromise"), and blistering Steve Earle-style country ("Faye Tucker"). Guest artists abound, including Sheryl Crow, Luscious Jackson's Kate Schellenbach, Me'Shell Ndegeocello, Joan Osborne, the Band's Rick Danko and Garth Hudson, and Natacha Atlas, but they don't overshadow Emily Saliers and Amy Ray, who are at the top of their game here. --Daniel Durchholz

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Great album, long overdue..........2006-12-06

The Indigo Girls had plenty of talent and plenty to say as demonstrated on every album prior to this one. For better or worse it was channeled into a predictable form that left few guessing what the next album would sound like... and then along comes Come On Now Social. Full of new life, the girls kicked out an extraordinary album that outshone all but perhaps their self titled album and Nomads Indians Saints. Its strength is its variety. Amy and Emily explore new musical textures that give their always powerful lyrics a fresh voice. From the surprising, exhilarating crunch of Go to the spooky overtones of Faye Tucker (both by Amy Ray, the more adventurous of the two) Come On Now Social is a bright star, highly recommended to fans and newcomers alike.

5 out of 5 stars Amazing.......2006-05-16

Come on Now Social was a daring departure from previous Indigo Girl efforts. And its amazingly successfull too! There are several tracks which are the traditional folksy-harmony songs that so beautifully team up Emily's and Amy's voices, but some of the songs are highly energetic and blistering rock tracks.

The lyrics are very emotional and powerful, carrying a personal and message that is unabashedly politically charged and always make me pull myself back from just enjoying the music and really think about what the Indigo Girls are saying.

In short--this is a fantastic CD in every way!

5 out of 5 stars This Remains Their Best CD to Date (2006).......2005-11-26

Come On Now Social (CONS) remains the best collection of songs the Indigo Girls have released in 20 years of recording. While their recent releases (through 2006) have been good, they have not captured the spirit and life energy present in CONS. Amy and Emily took a big risk in the production of CONS and it paid-off; clearly the sum is greater than the parts. This is one of the few CDs that I can play from start to finish everytime. Each song is engaging and thought provoking; while melodic and truly interesting. I hear something new everytime I listen, and I've probably listened to it over 2000 times!

It is also interesting to note that this was the last Indigo Girls' CD made before Amy Ray went solo; and thus CONS captures the pinncale diptych, yin and yang of the duo. Since Amy has been able to focus her punk rebelliousness into her solo recordings, her collaborations with Emily are more cultivated, tame and polished (not bad, but notably different). CONS captures the spontaneity and richness of both Amy and Emily with the voluminous sounds and comprehensive lyrics the makes the Indigo Girls original and wonderful.

4 out of 5 stars Keepin' on.......2004-11-07

Man, there are a few incredibly gorgeous tunes on this recording. A previous reviewer asked where the harmonies went.
Anyone who can't hear harmonies busting out all over must be on crack. I've been a fan since '86 and tired of some of their two acoustic guitars attack. I like things mixed up and this album provides it... nice production as well. Definitely one of my faves they've done.

5 out of 5 stars Indigo Girls Rock.......2004-06-28

This is probably my favourite Indigo Girls album ( along with Rites of Passage ); not because it`s among their most hardrocking, but because of the playing and the great songs. Lots of energy and emotion. Great backing from drummers john Reynolds and Jerry Marotta and bassist Clare Kenny. Emily Saliers demonstrates what a great gutarist she is - both the electric and the acoustic.
A lot of prominent guest appearances too: Rick Danko and Garth Hudson of the Band, Sheryl Crow and Joan Osborne join in on vocals

Amy`s rocking "Go" sets the scene right from the start.

With Emily`s ballad "Soon Be to Nothing" the mood calms down for a while.

The catchy country tune "Gone Again" comes next. One of Amy`s best songs on the album.

With Emily`s "Trouble" things begin to rock a again. Great vocals. The serious "Sister" is a classical Amy Ray type song .

"Peace Tonight" is a highlight. Catchy and optimistic.

"Ozilline" written about/to Amy grandmother is a traditional type tune. Ozillene actually introduces herself in the beginning of the track.

The next two songs are written by Emily; "Cold Beer and Remote Control" is by far the better. Catchy melody and funny sarcastic lyrics. Could have been a hit record. Sheryl Crow joins in here!

"Compromise" is probably my least favourite - hardrocking punkrock-type of tune.

"Andy" is another fine Emily ballad.

Last track is Amy`s indignant comment the the execution of Faye Tucker; a very moving number.

Why Emily`s beautiful "Philosophy of Loss" was only included as a hidden track is really a mystery to me. Along with "Cold Beer and Remote Control", "Peace Tonight" and "Gone Again" this is an outstanding song.
Go; Soon Be to Nothing; Gone Again; Trouble; Sister; Peace Tonight; Ozilline; We Are Together; Cold Beer and Remote Control; Compromise; Andy; Faye Tucker. (Come on Now Social)
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    		Go; Soon Be to Nothing; Gone Again; Trouble; Sister; Peace Tonight; Ozilline; We Are Together; Cold Beer and Remote Control; Compromise; Andy; Faye Tucker. (Come on Now Social)
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    Binding: Audio CD
    ASIN: B000Q5N79A
    Come on Now Social
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      		Come on Now Social
      Indigo Girls
      Manufacturer: Epic
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      ASIN: B00002DEBH
      Release Date: 1999-09-28

      Tracks:

      1. Go
      2. Soon to Be Nothing
      3. Gone Again
      4. Trouble
      5. Sister
      6. Peace Tonight
      7. Ozilline
      8. We Are Together
      9. Cold Beer and Remote Control
      10. Compromise
      11. Andy
      12. Faye Tucker
      Come on Now Social
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        		Come on Now Social
        Indigo Girls
        Manufacturer: Sbme Special Mkts.
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

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        ASIN: B000QJLQF8
        Release Date: 2007-04-24

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        2. Soon to Be Nothing
        3. Gone Again
        4. Trouble
        5. Sister
        6. Peace Tonight
        7. Ozilline
        8. We Are Together
        9. Cold Beer and Remote Control
        10. Compromise
        11. Andy
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