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On 2008's FUNPLEX, the B-52's fully awaken from their 16-year cryogenic freeze to finally present a studio follow-up to 1992's GOOD STUFF. While the vocals of Kate Pierson and Cindy Wilson remain as buoyant as ever, and the speak/sing voice of Fred Schneider is back in all its nasal glory, the band's New Wave dance-rock sound has been given an electronic face lift, thanks to both guitarist Keith Strickland and producer Steve Osborne (KT Tunstall, New Order), as best revealed on the pulsing "Juliet of the Spirits" and the campy, robotic "Love in the Year 3000." Those pining for the group's scrappier, more organic leanings will be pleased to hear the rockabilly-tinged "Pump," the sassy "Hot Corner," and the wonderfully lo-fi "Eyes Wide Open," all tracks that evoke the ensemble's gonzo Georgia-bred roots. Though FUNPLEX isn't a completely consistent affair, it successfully delivers the wacky, party-primed B-52's vibe, making it a fine (if belated) addition to the veteran act's catalogue.
The B-52's: Cindy Wilson, Fred Schneider , Kate Pierson, Keith Strickland.
Spin (p.92) - 3.5 stars out of 5 -- "Here, they refresh all their tricks, with stripped-down, energetic guitar plus lithe electronics."
Entertainment Weekly (p.65) - "[T]he B-52s are still gloriously single-minded party animals more interested in giddily rocking love shacks than stoking intellects." -- Grade: B+
Q (Magazine) (p.102) - 3 stars out of 5 -- "The opening 'Pump' serves both as an irresistible invitation to party and a reminder of what we've been missing: slamming beat, Wilson and Kate Pierson shimmying like crazy as Fred Schneider barks out nonsense..."
Blender (Magazine) (p.76) - 3 stars out of 5 -- "[T]he guitars are cranked to garage-level rawness...[and] the long-missing Cindy Wilson is back sassing it up..."
Harp (magazine) (p.102) - "[T]he tones are kickier than ever and often serious and taut, there's nothing that'll cease the B's from practicing the best in Felliniesque pop and space kitsch. Primo."
Record Collector (magazine) (p.86) - 4 stars out of 5 -- "'Pump' leaps out at you, while 'Hot Corner' reinforces their role as keepers of the crazy beat." Funplex Music Review Average Rating: (4.8 out of 5 stars)   List All Reviews Burning up my brain
I have not been much of a fan of the B-52s until now. I can't stop listening to this album and the more I listen the more songs I like. Funplex and Eyes Wide Open hooked me in the beginning Deviant Ingredient and Dancing Now pulled me in and now Pump and Juliet of the Spirits are tickling my neurons building new pathways that I just want to keep reinforcing with more of the album. I was afraid it would sound just like the old B-52s (not such a bad thing) but this album sounds ultra modern and up-to-date while still sounding like the B-52s. Great job.
Submitted by Dave (Falls Church, VA)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No 2 of 2 found this helpful. B-52s back in TOP FORM....
Great rock/pop dance collection with
touches of their classic new wave 80's sound. Garage guitar excellence and
Kate/Cindy harmonies fill out these modern vibrant tunes, 52s fans will
love these new ones. Finally after all
these years(16) new tunes will be outfitted for the road, can you believe
these guys have returned and with one
of the best collections of rock seen
in a long while, danceable, funky gems
from start to finish. FUN MUSIC for
all generations, another classic to
sit next to The B-52s and Wild Planet
as well as the Cosmic Thing best seller. Start to finish not a bad one
in the bunch, just futuristic, sonic
mindblowing party pleasers. Check out
the spacey lyrics and attidute. Girl group harmonies and Freds dead pan wacky one liners add up to winner! They've arrived again!
Submitted by littlebibs (Kingston, NH USA)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No 3 of 4 found this helpful. As good as it gets!
The B-52s made musical magic when they made this album. It's amazing. My feet didn't stop tapping throughout the entire album. It was great to hear Fred Schneider's voice again. And Kate Pierson and Cindy Wilson are awesome beyond belief. The guitar riffs are very catchy too. A great album!
Submitted by Boogie Bot (Southfield, MI)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No 1 of 2 found this helpful.  THIS ONE IS FUN
This is a fun one! Have a BBQ, some Beer, and some laughs while listening to this great new album from the B52's. Great songs: Funplex, Deviant Ingrediant, and Hot Corner. Have some fun this year and let go with the B52's.
Submitted by Steven (Austin, TX, USA)
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Haven't Lost It!
If you're a fan of the B-52's, buy this album! They are keeping true to their sound of their previous works, and they still rock! Only one problem; When are they going to release it on CD??
Submitted by J.R. (Minnesota)
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