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1986's BOUNCING OFF THE SATELLITES found the B-52s in the throes of mourning (they'd lost guitarist Ricky Wilson). But they returned in 1989 with COSMIC THING, a corker that set up the band for '90s success. This is a glorious party of a collection and an album that should stand up to time and scrutiny. The B-52s benefit from the production of Nile Rodgers and Don Was. Numerous guest musicians, including ubiquitous bassist Sara Lee, only add to the fullness of this release.

The southern swank of "Dry Country" marks the first B-52s song to pay homage to the band's Georgia roots. Cindy Wilson and Kate Pierson feature heavily on the comely slacker anthem "Deadbeat Club". COSMIC THING's big hit, the fantastic "Love Shack," compels listeners to perform embarrassing and involuntary dance moves. But the album's true highlight is "Roam," a Wilson showcase with a lovely a cappella choir intro, a driving beat, and infectious handclaps. And don't miss the harmonies on "Bushfire" and "Topaz" or the quirky cable TV-themed "Channel Z." "Follow Your Bliss," as one song suggests, and add the indispensable COSMIC THING to your collection.

Live Recording

The B-52s: Keith Strickland, Kate Pierson (vocals, guitar, keyboards); Fred Schneider (vocals, percussion); Cindy Wilson (vocals).

The Uptown Horns: Chris Cioe, Paul Literal, Arno Hecht, Bob Funk, Carl Beatty.

Additional personnel: Nile Rodgers (guitar); Tommy Mandell, Philippe Saisse, Richard Hilton (keyboards); Sara Lee (bass, background vocals); Steve Ferrone, Sonny Emory, Charlie Drayton, Leroy Clouden (drums).CMJ (1/5/04, p.26) - Ranked #8 in CMJ's "Top 20 Most-Played Albums of 1989"
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List Price $7.98 (You save $1.03)
Category Rock Albums, Pop CDs, Rock/Pop, Alternative, New Wave
Label Reprise
Orig Year 1989
All Time Sales Rank   6886  
CD Universe Part number 1100279
Discs 1
Release Date May 30, 1989
Studio/Live Studio
Mono/Stereo Stereo
Producer Don Was; Nile Rodgers
Engineer Tom Durack; Dave Cook
Recording Time 47 minutes
Personnel Steve Ferrone, Nile Rodgers, Philippe Saisse, Sonny Emory, Sara Lee, Richard Hilton, Charlie Drayton, Leroy Clouden, Tommy Mandell, Uptown Horns
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Average Rating: (4.8 out of 5 stars) 5 stars

4 stars Excellent
This is (was)their finest effort. Many excellent tunes, some laced with humor and wit. Well worth your money. "Love Shack" is a classic rock and roll tune.
Submitted by Midwest Mike (Brighton, Michigan) Verified Buyer
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5 stars The B's bring it all together on this one
Earlier B-52's albums generally were just a bit much for me but there would be a song or two that really liked. I like every second of the songs on 'Cosmic Thing',and a couple of them arew on my all time faves list. Worth every penny
Submitted by dgsam (bakersfield,CA,USA)
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5 stars Masterpiece redux
The two must-have albums by the B-52s are: "Cosmic Thing" and "B52s." They are both flawless masterpieces of good-time get up and dance tunes.
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5 stars From A Different Planet
Quite simply the best feel-good summer album you can spend your hard-earned cash on. Out of this world!!
Submitted by JChaSys (Moira, Northern Ireland)
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