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  The Idiot - Iggy Pop - Song Listings
Bowie co-wrote a batch of new songs with Iggy, put together a band, and produced The Idiot, which took Iggy in a new direction decidedly different from the guitar-fueled proto-punk of the Stooges.
Musically, The Idiot is of a piece with the impressionistic music of Bowie's "Berlin Period" (such as Heroes and Low), with it's fragmented guitar figures, ominous basslines, and discordant, high-relief keyboard parts.
The Idiot introduced the world to a very different Iggy Pop, and if the results surprised anyone expecting a replay of the assault of Raw Power, it also made it clear that Iggy was older, wiser, and still had plenty to say; it's a flawed but powerful and emotionally absorbing work.
www.mp3.com /albums/12596/summary.html   (424 words)

  
  The Idiot (album) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
David Bowie wrote most of the lyrics and the music for this album.
The lyrics are ironic and hurtful and the music is dark and haunting; it was a difficult time for the duo, who were poor and cold in their flat in Berlin, with songs aimed at old memories and hopes for better times.
The album's cover photo is similar to Bowie's 1977 album "Heroes".
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/The_Idiot_(album)   (160 words)

  
 Amazon.co.uk: American Idiot [Parental Advisory] [Explicit Lyrics]: Music   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
As it is, GD albums reflect his journey through life.
Holiday is one of the highlights of the album, a blistering attack on the US Government, followed by Boulevard of Broken Dreams, Green Day's darkest song to date, and one of their best.
Their last album Warning was an experiment that ultimately failed, but on American Idiot the lessons have been learnt.
www.amazon.co.uk /exec/obidos/ASIN/B0002OERI0   (1770 words)

  
 The Idiot - Iggy Pop - Similar Albums
After a self-imposed stay in a mental hospital, a significantly more functional Iggy was desperate to prove he could hold down a career in music, and he was given another chance by his longtime ally, David Bowie.
David Bowie's first official compilation album, released in the wake of Station to Station and sharing that album's odd typography, Changesonebowie is a handy one-stop roundup of the last four years of hits, plus "Space Oddity" -- an American smash in 1973, but unavailable on a U.K. single since its first appearance in 1969.
The 1997 Australian re-release of the Crazy Horse album Crazy Moon is quite a find for fans of the band, as well as for admirers of Neil Young.
www.mp3.com /albums/12596/similar.html   (724 words)

  
 "Idiot" Rules Album Chart - Jan 12, 2005 - E! Online News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Four months after American Idiot became Green Day's first album to reach number one, the seven-time Grammy-nominated disc is back on top.
ODB finished the album one week before his death on Nov. 13.
Recorded between 1997 and 1999, the 22-track album is the seventh to make the transition from a series of original cassette releases.
www.eonline.com /News/Items/0,1,15695,00.html?tnews   (552 words)

  
 idiot - OneLook Dictionary Search
Idiot (m), idiot, idiot(e), idiot(e) (m/f) : AllWords.com Multi-Lingual Dictionary [home, info]
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 Amazon.com: American Idiot: Music: Green Day   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The first original album since 2000 from modern rock superheroes Green Day, American Idiot is one of the most anticipated and controversial albums of the year.
American Idiot is one of the worst songs on this album and it's a pretty good song.
"American Idiot" is a concept album in the true sense of the word, telling a narrative story in a fashion normally reserved for the progressive rock world.
www.amazon.com /American-Idiot-Green-Day/dp/B0002OERI0   (1744 words)

  
 Rolling Stone : Green Day: American Idiot : Music Reviews   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
American Idiot is the kind of old-school rock opera that went out of style when Keith Moon still had a valid driver's license, in the tradition of the Who's Tommy, Yes' Relayer or Styx's Kilroy Was Here.
If they would stayed like they was by telling a story in their albums and explaining actuall true stuff they wouldn't be over rated but i will still like them for some song's on American Idiot is great; not just for the message but their great songs to rock out to.
Many tracks are amazing on this album, including "Jesus Of Suburbia", a 9 minute rock opera which will zone you in to a parallel universe.
www.rollingstone.com /artists/greenday/albums/album/6489114/rid/6477969   (2065 words)

  
 Amazon.com: The Idiot: Music: Iggy Pop   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Unlike the explosive firepower of the Stooges, The Idiot centers on a moody, sometimes funky vibe that reflects the decadent aura of Berlin, where this album was recorded--and where Pop and Bowie attempted to tame their excesses.
The Idiot is a template for minimalist synthpop albums from the 80s.
Unlike his more recent albums, each song on this album has it's own unique flavor and there's not a bad song on it.
www.amazon.com /Idiot-Iggy-Pop/dp/B000000WH7   (1134 words)

  
 Iggy Pop Album Reviews
To give you an idea what a load of fun this album is: allegedly, The Idiot was the album Ian Curtis was listening to right before he hung himself.
These songs aren't where the weight of the album is, though, as the longer songs leave more of a lasting impression, "China Girl" not in the least.
Look at that idiot grin, the grin of a lobotomised monkey, an insane grin on the face of a dude who took enough drugs to be half man/half chemical, behaved more outrageous than you can imagine and would do about anything (yes, that as well) to get his fix.
www.guypetersreviews.com /iggypop.php   (1902 words)

  
 Green Day - American Idiot : album review
Anyone who is familiar with the global punk scene, and is vaguely objective, has to admit that it is littered with generic, sound-alike bands who somehow seem to make a career out of three guitar chords, a sneer and the most basic of sped-up drum beats.
All this, and we haven't mentioned the lyrics, for in keeping with Green Day's new progressive punk-pop theme, American Idiot is something of a concept album that is lyrically based around Dubya Bush, jock attitudes and the manipulation of American society by their media.
Frankly, you'd be an idiot - American or otherwise - not to.
www.musicomh.com /albums/green-day.htm   (618 words)

  
 Idiot Savant - Idiot Savant
album layout & design - tim chilcott & jay steiner
this album was recorded by dan grimm & kevin ames at the following locations: orangewhip studios, goleta shire, goldberg ranch, the backroom, the geyser, dan's parents house, earlys LA crab
idiot savant would like to thank anyone who has ever supported the idiot family, enjoyed our music, came to our shows, tolerated our party shinnanigans, gave birth to us, and or given us a ride home.
sevensouth.com /recordshop/IdiotSav/01.php   (131 words)

  
 Amazon.co.uk: The Idiot: Music   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
After appearing on the seminal Bowie album "Low" (Iggy is singing in the backing chorus of the song "What in the World").
The album begins with a song that “Bowie” had performed on his 1976 “Station to Station”, in fact the music of the track “Sister Midnight” would later appear on the “Bowie” album “Lodger” as the song “Red Money”.
This album is full of key moments in my option for both artists’ for “Iggy” the track “China Girl” would later appear on “Bowies” “Lets Dance” album all be it with a different arrangement courtesy of that albums producer “Nile Rodgers”.
www.amazon.co.uk /exec/obidos/ASIN/B000000WH7   (992 words)

  
 MSJ - Attention Deficit-The Idiot King
Attention Deficit's second album, this one continues their trend of fusion oriented instrumental music.
The album should appeal to fans of bands like King Crimson, Djam Karet and Frank Zappa.
The only really problem with the CD from this reviewer's point of view is that there is a bit of a sameness to it, and perhaps it could use some occasional vocals.
www.musicstreetjournal.com /attentiondeficitidiot.htm   (581 words)

  
 King's X.Net: Album Reviews and Discography: A Site for Fans of the Power Rock Trio from Houston Texas   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
I am sure that the idiot screaming "Mission!" is me. I was at both shows planted firmly in front of Ty as usual screaming for "Mission" like a madman (as if they do requests, but it was worth a try).
Much speculation surrounds "Quality Control" but it has been rumored that since the album would get a Parental Advisory sticker King's X decided as a band not to include the song on either Ear Candy or Dogman.
A video for "Fade" was made for this album and it's doubtful if it ever made MTV airplay (eh, who cares).
www.kingsx.net /band/albums/th.html   (1956 words)

  
 Eyeball Kid - Green Day - American Idiot - Album Review
Given that ‘American Idiot’ the single is a lively pop punk ditty that would not have sounded out of place on their barnstorming debut album ‘Dookie’, the Green Day die-hard could be forgiven for immediately rushing out to buy ‘American Idiot’ the album.
The album has quite a political tone to it, but I mean that in a more REM kind of way than a Dead Kennedys one.
It has taken them some years to find it, but ‘American Idiot’ represents the holy grail for Green Day – turning on a wider audience to their music without alienating their hard core fan base.
www.eyeballkid.com /greenday_americanidiot_album_review.htm   (548 words)

  
 Attention Deficit - The Idiot King   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
The second album, fully instrumental by this trio.
Although there is plenty of meandering material here, there are enough points where the listener can grab onto a melody or feel the tension of the music growing in him.
A step forward from their debut, this album has more staying power in it.
www.cs.uu.nl /~jur/reviews/theidiotking.html   (460 words)

  
 eBay - the idiot, Nonfiction Books, Textbooks, Education items on eBay.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
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 Green Day - American Idiot (album) - BuffyUK.org Doppelgangland Forums   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Finally GD go back to their punk roots rather than the absymal "Warning" album.
Green Day are considering bringing their just-released album "American Idiot" to the big screen according to MTV.
Along with a fictional movie based on the album, which hit stores Tuesday, Green Day are also considering a documentary about the making of the album.
www.buffyuk.org /forum/index.php?showtopic=3932   (461 words)

  
 The Idiot - The Boston Globe   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Self-proclaimed idiot Johnny Damon has co-written his at his peak, and even if there's no Red Sox dish, Johnny 'fesses up to some ungentlemanly behavior, the...
Self-proclaimed idiot Johnny Damon has co-written his at his peak, and even if there's no Red Sox dish, Johnny 'fesses up to some ungentlemanly behavior, the details of which his first wife took issue with.
Come see him sign ''Idiot: Beating 'the Curse' and Enjoying the Game of Life" at Barnes and Noble Prudential Center at noon today or head down to Borders Braintree at 5 p.m.
www.boston.com /news/globe/living/articles/2005/04/12/the_idiot?mode=PF   (662 words)

  
 Tower Records - The Idiot - Iggy Pop   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
Iggy's solo debut following the end of the Stooges, THE IDIOT is often overlooked in favour of his second epistle, LUST FOR LIFE.
Great album though the latter may be, THE IDIOT served to remind rock's better-informed fans that one of its most original talents was still alive and kicking.
An album that proved Iggy did not need to be flanked by guitars to retain his edge and menace.
www.towerrecords.com /product.aspx?pfid=1046270   (234 words)

  
 Green Day -American Idiot - Album Review
Following their recent politically fuelled single “American Idiot,” Greenday follow up this promising taster with the follow-up to 2000 album “Warning.” Like it’s title track, this 40-minute offering, is no less political and no less Greenday.
Second story “Homecoming” is a homecoming in itself for the band, a great epic taking you on a journey to the albums close, and through the life of St. Jimmy.
It’s not all a bed of roses, as the soldiers return from their own nightmare, and can’t wait to get home as they march their homecoming parade, to effective military drum beats and guitar riffs.
www.contactmusic.com /new/home.nsf/webpages/greendayx28x09x04   (528 words)

  
 China Girl by David Bowie Songfacts
Iggy Pop was a very influential musician, but he didn't sell a lot of albums and was often low on cash.
Stevie Ray Vaughan is the lead guitarist on this song and most of the album.
Bowie got him to play on his album and asked him to tour with him, but Stevie surprisingly declined.
www.songfacts.com /detail.php?id=1263   (988 words)

  
 green day american idiot album lyrics   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
You can compete with pop by developing younger artists like Sarah Evans and Faith Hill who can present a pop image with solid country music lyrics on their albums.
Although Rhymefest grew up in Chicago and frequently refers to it in his lyrics, Indianapolis has been his home in recent years.
He advanced to the Battle of the Band series finals at the Vogue nightclub in 2003.
www.all-about-lyrics.com /green-day-american-idiot-album-lyrics.html   (801 words)

  
 The Idiot Bastard Son
Jon Naurin points out that this was played in a lower key to adapt to the new vocalist, and reckons that Tommy or Denny probably would not have done as good a job.
Patrick Buzby has this to say about the song- "I disagree about your estimation of "The Idiot Bastard Son" from the Halloween shows.
A mutated version of "The Idiot Bastard Son", performed at a couple of
www.globalia.net /donlope/fz/songs/Idiot_Bastard_Son.html   (573 words)

  
 Punknews.org | Green Day - Bullet in a Bible [CD/DVD]
Throughout the show, Green Day proves why it is a band that has carved a place for itself in punk rock history, and the quality of the concert being shot on film adds to the legendary feel that this band projects, even from my fourteen-inch TV.
I saw them twice on the Amerian Idiot tour, the second of which was the last night of the tour.
you know, i saw green day on their american idiot tour in la. i was so exicted seeing as how i had been listening to them since i was 12 years old.
www.punknews.org /reviews.php?op=albumreview&id=5179   (4412 words)

  
 Idiot Sportsmen
After having to cancel their Key West fishing excursion at the last minute twice--first because of hurricane Dennis, then again because of hurricane Katrina--the IS weren't about to let the fact that hurricane Wilma had just swept through town stop them this time...
Demand for Idiot Sportsmen fishing charters is at an all-time high and we find ourselves short of qualified mates.
Chuck recalls his lifetime love affair with a place that still (despite some unfortunate civilizin' over the years) reflects the IS spirit.
idiotsportsmen.com /index.htm   (587 words)

  
 The Idiot And The Right-Sided Brain
Number 1, the truth is we are all idiots when we are young.
What I mean is, we are just kids (we could start with babies, but babies are never idiots even though they don't know much and poop their pants) and then we are just adolescents, we just are.
Some idiocies are universal like looking at yourself naked and trying to invent a way to make it look bigger before you go out on/ looking for a date.
www.imarriedanidiot.com /TheIdiotAndTheRightSidedBrain.html   (917 words)

  
 American Idiot Album Tab by Green Day @ Ultimate-Guitar.Com
Complete Tab of American Idiot (2004) by Green Day Tabbed By Steve Gray (reizig@gmail.com) Completed on 9/19/2004 Boulevard of Broken Dreams no longer sucks.
Whatsername ************************************************************ ------------------------------------------------------------ Track 1: American Idiot ------------------------------------------------------------ Note: The xxx000 in the Main Riff/Verse is often overlooked.
Verse: The verse chords on the album are actually played with a capo on the first fret as open chords (Em G D A), but they're tabbed here for use without a capo.
www.ultimate-guitar.com /tabs/g/green_day/american_idiot_album_tab.htm   (762 words)

  
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There are tracks I bought this album for that are so catchy and poppy you just want to groove on a hot summers day while listening to them.
Then there are the majority of tracks: horribly repetitive, pathetically written bleeps and bloops with rather grating vocals and boring guitar.
Great songs: Super Bon Bon, Soft Serve, Soundtrack to Mary (by far the best, the initial reason I bought this album), The Idiot Kings.
www.angelfire.com /indie/phillipsbry/Soul_Coughing.doc   (169 words)

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