Cranberries - Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We?: The Complete Sessions 1991-1993 CD

Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We?: The Complete Sessions 1991-1993 songs The popularity of ska bands like No Doubt and Goldfinger paved the way for what seemed to be inevitable success for Sublime. But lead singer Brad Nowell died of a heroin overdose in May 1996, two months before this major-label debut was released. SUBLIME reveals a talented act whose songs were a brilliant mix of punk, reggae, hip-hop and dub. Sublime's ability to jump genres is showcased within a few bars of "What I Got." Amidst whistling, scratching and a rhythm copped from the Beatles' "Lady Madonna," Nowell's vocals glide from spoken-word to a toasting vibe. Pop culture also provided a handy source, particularly in "Caress Me Down," where porn star Ron Jeremy and G.I. Joe are mentioned amid reggae rhythms and Spanish lyrics. Although many of these songs have a fun, carefree aura, Sublime's darker side occasionally surfaces. The black humor of "April 29, 1992 (Miami)," which boasts of looting during the L.A. riots, gives way to the eerie foreshadowing of "Garden Grove," where in the middle of quirky samples and heavy reverb, Nowell casually sings of shooting up. Recorded at Pedernales Studios, Briarcliff, Texas and Total Access Studios, Redondo Beach, California. Producers: Paul Leary, David Kahne, Brad Nowell, Miguel. Personnel: Brad Nowell (vocals, guitar); Field Marshall (acoustic guitar, percussion, programming, turntables); Paul Leary (electric guitar, slide guitar); Todd Foreman (saxophone); Jon Blondell (trombone); David Kahne (piano, organ); Bud Gaugh (drums); Dave Aron (programming). Audio Mixers: David Kahne; Eddie Ashworth; Paul Leary. Recording information: Pedernales Studios, Briarcliff, TX; Total Access Studios, Redondo Beach, CA. Photographers: John Dunne; Zach Fishsmell; Josh Coffman; Basil. Unknown Contributor Role: Miguel. Sublime: Bradley Nowell (vocals, guitar, Hammond B-3 organ, synthesizer); Eric Wilson (acoustic & electric basses, synthesizer); Bud (drums). Additional personnel: Miguel (acoustic guitar, sound effects); Paul Leary (slide & electric guitars); Todd Foreman (saxophone); Jon Blondell (trombone); David Kahne (piano, organ); Field Marshall (percussion, programming, DJ); Dave Aron (programming).

Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We?: The Complete Sessions 1991-1993 buy CD music STARS is a collection containing several different single versions, new edits and 2 previously unreleased tracks. After hitting the top of the U.S, alternative charts with their debut album, EVERYONE ELSE IS DOING IT SO WHY CAN'T WE?, with its inescapable hit singles "Dreams" and "Linger," the Cranberries could easily have carved out a career staying with that initial sound, one that came off like a much more commercial version of the Cocteau Twins. That they didn't do, instead introducing their second album with a harsh political protest song called "Zombie" that perhaps lost them some sales but spoke well of their artistic ideals. STARS: THE BEST OF THE CRANBERRIES 1992-2002 is a solid overview of the Irish group's singles from throughout their career, from the early hits to worthy later gems such as "This Is The Day." STARS: THE BEST OF THE CRANBERRIES 1992-2002 was also released in a limited-edition version that added a DVD of music videos and other material. Additional Tracks The Cranberries: Dolores O'Riordan Burton (vocals, guitar, keyboards); Noel Hogan (guitar); Mike Hogan (bass); Fergal Lawler (drums, percussion). Producers: Stephen Street, Bruce Fairbairn, The Cranberries, Benedict Fenner. Personnel: Dolores O'Riordan (vocals, guitar, keyboards); Noel Hogan (guitar); Fergal Lawler (drums, percussion). Recording information: Criteria Hit Factory Studios, Miami, FL (06/03/2002-06/06/2002).

Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We?: The Complete Sessions 1991-1993 album for sale Building off the success of their debut EVERYBODY ELSE IS DOING IT, SO WHY CAN'T WE?, the Cranberries' second album NO NEED TO ARGUE offers more of the Cranberries' brand of lavish pop. Chock full of the haunting atmospheric vocals that propelled the Irish quartet into international stardom, NO NEED TO ARGUE continues the Cranberries' tradition of moving orchestral pop. Dolores O'Riordan's delicate acoustic arrangements, ethereal lyrics and unique phrasing find the Cranberries' sound akin to contemporary shoegazers like The Cranes or Frente!. It's O'Riordan's dedication to portraying life in war-torn Ireland, though, that sets her apart from her contemporaries. In the gripping "Ode To My Family," O'Riordan repeatedly asks, "does anyone care?" and the effect is devastating. "Ode To My Family" becomes a snapshot of children playing in the Belfast rubble, and NO NEED TO ARGUE is the audio accompaniment. All tracks have been digitally remastered. Additional Tracks Recorded at The Magic Shop, New York, and Townhouse Studios, London and The Manor Studios, Oxford, England. Personnel: Dolores O'Riordan (vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, keyboards); Noel Hogan (acoustic guitar, electric guitar); Mike Hogan (bass guitar); Fergal Lawler (drums, percussion). Audio Mixer: Edward Douglas. Recording information: Magic Shop, New York, NY (1994-1995); The Manor Studios, Oxford, England (1994-1995); Townhouse Studios, London, England (1994-1995). Director: Dolores O'Riordan. Photographer: Andy Earl. The Cranberries: Dolores O'Riordan (vocals, acoustic & electric guitars, keyboards); Noel Hogan (acoustic & electric guitars); Mike Hogan (bass); Feargal Lawler (drums, percussion).

Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We?: The Complete Sessions 1991-1993 CD music Contains the hidden track "Cape Town" which follows "Chocolate Brown." The Cranberries may have changed labels for the first time in a decade, but they've chosen to go back down a familiar path on their fifth album WAKE UP AND SMELL THE COFFEE. Reuniting with Stephen Street (who produced the band's first two albums), this Irish quartet returns to the distinctive alt-pop sound of early records like EVERYBODY ELSE IS DOING IT, SO WHY CAN'T WE and NO NEED TO ARGUE. Frontwoman Dolores O'Riordan still possesses the same crystalline phrasing that makes her sound like Sinead O'Connor's little sister, particularly on the delicate lullaby "Chocolate Brown" and the atmospheric "Pretty Eyes." Guitarist Noel Hogan is also in fine form as he slashes and burns his way through "This Is The Day," gilds the dream-pop "Every Morning" with shimmering slide guitar, and significantly ups the jangle quotient on the Smiths-like "Do You Know." The birth of second children for both O'Riordan and Hogan also finds some of the songwriting touching on social issues like global warming and nuclear threats (the soaring "Time Is Ticking Out") as well as more personal ones like the steady corruption of a soul (a melancholy "Dying Inside"). A welcome return from one of Ireland's musical treasures. Additional Tracks Recorded at Windmill Lane, Dublin, Ireland. The Cranberries: Dolores O'Riordan (vocals, guitar, keyboards); Nigel Hogan (acoustic & electric guitars); Mike Hogan (bass); Fergal Lawler (drums, percussion).

Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We?: The Complete Sessions 1991-1993 buy CD music The Cranberries' second album, No Need to Argue, elevated them to the ranks of multimillion-selling stars. Evidently, that gave them the confidence to jettison producer Stephen Street and work with Aerosmith/Van Halen producer Bruce Fairbairn for their third album, To the Faithful Departed. Fairbairn helped the Cranberries abandon their more atmospheric, trance qualities, accentuating Dolores O'Riordan's lyrics. The Cranberries shine on their ballads, although the new songs aren't quite as affecting as their older work. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine Additional personnel includes: Luciano Pavarotti (vocals); Richie Buckley (tenor saxophone); Michael Buckley (baritone saxophone); Bruce Fairbairn (trumpet). All tracks have been digitally remastered. Additional Tracks Recorded at Windmill Lane Studios, Dublin, Ireland in November & December 1995. Producers: Bruce Fairbairn, The Cranberries. Personnel: Dolores O'Riordan (vocals, whistling, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, mandolin, keyboards); Noel Hogan (acoustic guitar, electric guitar, mandolin); Richie Buckley (tenor saxophone); Michael Buckley (baritone saxophone); Bruce Fairbairn (trumpet); Mike Hogan (bass guitar); Fergal Lawler (drums, percussion); Henry Daag (musical saw). Audio Mixer: Mike Plotnikoff. Liner Note Author: Dolores O'Riordan. Recording information: Windmill Lane Recording Studio, Dublin, Ireland (11/1995-12/1995). Photographers: Andy Earl; Adrian Green . Arranger: Giancarlo Chiaramello. The Cranberries: Dolores O'Riordan (vocals, acoustic & electric guitars, mandolin, keyboards, whistle); Noel Hogan (acoustic & electric guitars, mandolin, background vocals); Mike Hogan (bass); Fergal Lawler (drums, percussion).

Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We?: The Complete Sessions 1991-1993 songs Though Ireland's Cranberries began by churning out sparkling, breathy rock-pop, they soon ventured into a darker, heavier brand of rock that reflected the sociopolitical strife of their homeland. On BURY THE HATCHET the band achieves the perfect marriage between luxurious pop stylings and a darker, more unsettling vision. Dolores O'Riordan's strong, clear voice rides smoothly over simple, engaging melodies fleshed out by a chiming blend of acoustic and electric guitars for much of the album. But on songs like "Promises," the guitars get heavier, and the mood turns darker, showing a deeper side of the Cranberries' work. No matter the darkness expressed in the lyrics though, the invigorating, upbeat strum and crack of the guitars and drums keeps things moving at a good clip. And that occasional catch in O'Riordan's voice is just arresting enough to draw you in, without ever seeming like an affectation or a distraction. All tracks have been digitally remastered. Remastered + 5 Bonus Tracks Producers: The Cranberries, Benedict Fenner. The Cranberries: Dolores O'Riodan Burton (vocals, guitar, keyboards); Noel Hogan (acoustic & electric guitars); Mike Hogan (electric bass); Fergal Lawler (drums, percussion). Engineers: Benedict Fenner, Mike Plotnikoff. Personnel: Noel Hogan (acoustic guitar, electric guitar); Mike Hogan (bass guitar); Fergal Lawler (drums, percussion). Audio Mixer: Mike Plotnikoff. Recording information: Le Miraval, France (1998-1999); Metalworks, Toronto, Ontario, Canada (1998-1999); Olympic, London, England (1998-1999); Sarm West, London, England (1998-1999); Windmill Lane, Dublin, Ireland (1998-1999). Illustrator: Jon Crossland. Photographers: Rupert Truman; Andy Earl. The Cranberries: Dolores O'Riordan Burton (vocals, guitar, keyboards); Noel Hogan (acoustic & electric guitars); Mike Hogan (bass); Fergal Lawler (drums, percussion). Producers: The Cranberries, Benedict Fenner