A band that knows how to have fun
The Saw Doctors on SONGS FROM SUN STREET definitely keep an eye on the inherent happiness music can bring. Too many bands have forgotten what it is to make music for the sheer joy of it. This is not to say that the music mindlessly happy, rather as they say on "Good News,"- "Just gimme the good news, the happy not the sad. "
Check out the lyrics sheet on this one- Little tales of where these songs came from- this is fine stuff. From that lying "Catriona" to the to thrill of imagining yourself listening to the "Joyce Country Ceili Band," You rarely will find a better time than an hour with the Saw Doctors.
What Cheer!
First released in 1998, Saw Doctors have been referred to as the second best Irish band, after U2. If ever there were a good times CD, "Songs from Sun Street" is it. "Good News" has a driving pop beat, "The oceans all polluted; we've damaged all the sky; and there's wars & wars & rumors & a hungry baby cries. . . just give me the good news!" Equally infectious, "Sugartown" is hook-laden jangly pop, a delight. "Galway & Mayo" is kind of an Irish road song that paints a picture of the Irish summer, "there's a stillness in the summer air, sheepdog lying in the sun, three young girls with butterfly nets break into a run. " "Carry Me Away" is a dreamy slow song followed by "Heading for the Sunshine," a midtempo track. "Catriona Tells Lies" is a great fun, almost bubble gum rock, with the background "la la la" vocals making the tune hilarious, "I would follow her to kingdom, oh yeah, wouldn't you?" "Blah, Blah, Blah" has great pulse and energy while "D'ya Wanna Hear My Guitar?" makes one think the guy wants the girl to play with more than his guitar, great double entendre. "Joyce Country Celli Band" is a rollicking trad piece; and "High Nellie" is a quick instrumental. "We did everything together from an early age, smoked our first fags behind the school hedge," the Doctor sings on "Best of Friends. " "Will It Ever Stop Raining?" is a bit of Irish Reggae while "Tommy K" is a bit over-earnest ode to a D. J. "Away with the Fairies" is bit of nutty whimsy. The CD concludes with the rock march "I'll Be On My Way," a few minutes of silence, and another little ditty probably called "It Must Be Driving You Mad. " Saw Doctors' music rocks, is upbeat, overall happy in tone despite some darker elements in the lyrics. If you're looking for a great party record, visit Sun Street! Enjoy!.
Absolutely fantastic CD
At first I was reluctant to buy it but I finally did after much prodding. I had never heard of this group before until an online friend from Ireland now living in Boston recommended it to me. I was glad I did. There is not a bad track on the entire album. They remind me a lot of the British invasion type of music from the sixties. Each song is a delight to listen to. "Catronia Tells Lies" rocks with an irrestible beat and "Galway and Mayo"is timeless in its appeal. I liked this CD so much I also purchased "Sing a Powerful Song" which is also great. Thanks my online friend. What an enjoyable listening experience.
Absolutelly fantastic CD
At first I was reluctant to buy it but I finally did after much prodding. I had never heard of this group before until an online friend from Ireland now living in Boston recommended it to me. I was glad I did. There is not a bad track on the entire album. They remind me a lot of the British invasion type of music from the sixties. Each song is a delight to listen to. Catronia Tells Lies rocks with an irrestible beat and Galway to Mayo is timeless in its appeal. I liked this CD so much I also purchased "Sing a Powerful Song" which is also great. Thanks my online friend what an enjoyable listening experience.
Great CD from a terrific band
Recently, I saw The Saw Doctors in concert and was instantly hooked on the band. I have had this CD for some time now and each time I listen to it it gets better and better. I got three other of their CDs and they are just as good if not better that this one. The show they put on is one not to be missed. If the Saw Doctors are playing in a city near you I would highly recommend checking them out. You won't be disappointed. . . 5 STARS.
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