Peeping Tom - Peeping Tom
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Free Music Notes for Peeping Tom
Free Music Review: Patton Continues to Display Artistry
Hit: 5 Stars
I have to wonder if some of the newer acts that are just now catching up to what Patton has done in the past, will have his staying power. The Patton led Faith No More was doing Lincoln Park before most people heard that blend of rock/hip hop/rap fusion. Patton continues his mastery here. While he continues to grow as an artist, other acts and fans will eventually catch-up and realize how ahead of his own time Patton is.
I am still trying to get over sweet little Nora Jones and her risque contribution to this CD.
Great fun and a strong 4 stars.
Free Music Review: Conceptually brilliant
Hit: 5 Stars
Unlike some other reviewers of this album, I am not a lifelong Mike Patton fan. While admittedly this gives me less of time-tested Patton background, I do believe it gives me a more neutral outlook.
That being said, if listeners listen to this album with its concept in mind, one can't help but notice its genius. It is a sort of satire of AND reaction to AND adaptation of pop music, carried out in a way that contains plenty of musical depth.
It is inappropriate to compare it to works of Mr. Bungle or Faith No More because if you'll notice, neither one of those band names appears on the cover of this CD.
The album tumultuously twists and dives through countless aural aesthetics, taking on a massively epic sound with the genius "Don't Even Trip" thanks to the inarguably brilliant mind of Amon Tobin. Melodically, the song is one of the strongest I've ever heard from Patton. It takes a look at pop sensibilities, and simultaneously embraces and mocks them.
I thoroughly recommend this album.
P.S. - hearing Norah Jones whisper bitter, evil-sounding lyrics is a sultry and sensuous experience that will knock many a person of their feet.
Free Music Review: Didn't live up to the hype
Hit: 3 Stars
I've been a Patton fan since I first heard the self-titled debut of Mr. Bungle, still one of my favorites, but Peeping Tom is one of the weakest projects he's ever been involved in. Patton has been making music like this since the beginning, only this time it's more accessible and has less heart.
A good portion of the songs are worthwhile and catchy but there just isn't much substance here - the songs wear thin fast. The lyrics, though written tongue-in-cheek, are so poor that it truly hinders my enjoyment. I preferred the sound (and lack of lyrics) of the early demos to what we got here.
Still, the music is quirky, fun, and catchy. I just hope that next time we'll get a little more substance with the style.
For other quirky pop/electronica/trip-hop music I'd recommend you check out the following:
- Cornelius
- Vincent & Mr. Green
- Miho Hatori (of Cibo Matto)
- Tujiko Noriko
- Kid Beyond
- Unkle Ho
- CocoRosie
Free Music Review: better than expected
Hit: 5 Stars
i bought this cd expecting retrovertigo and pink cigarette type pop songs from mr bungles california cd.. instead what i got was a bunch of beat oriented pop songs like you would hear on mtv (think justin timberlake) mixed with a bit of hip hop/electronic (think beck) . although there are still traces of pattons craziness that make this cd unique. and this cd is catchy as hell and doesn't get old. i can put the cd in, put it on shuffle, and listen for hours. what i really liked about this cd though was the beats and contributions by the guests artists. this cd introduced me to quite a few beat makers that i enjoy and has caused me to branch out into a whole area of music i haven't really listened to much before (underground electronic, beats, etc.) patton fans may be disappointed if they expect mr bungle or fantomas, but if you learn anything from patton it's to expect the unexpected and this cd doesn't disappoint, plus it's a lot more accessable to the average music listener than other patton projects. is it pattons best and most unique work? no , is the 5 star ranking i gave it mean its one of the best cds ever? no, but it's better than almost anything else out there today and a good listen. 4.5 stars i'll give it and i'm looking forward to future releases to see who he collaborates with next. Free Music Review: Finally...
Hit: 4 Stars
After years in production, and the mounting anticipation from fans worldwide, Mike Patton re-emerges with "Peeping Tom" which as you may have heard by now is his take on what pop music should be like and what should be on the radio. I have now had the album for about a month and now I feel it is time to way in on what this album is all about!
The first track listeners will hear is entitled "Five Seconds" which is an awesome way to open an album. The vocals that Patton does on this track are amazing and will make you wonder how he did it with the editing techniques. "Mojo" follows, which is the first single. Pretty rockin' song that gets you pumped.
Other stand-out tracks that I felt drawn to were "Don't Even Trip" "Getaway" "Your Neighborhood Spaceman" and "We're Not Alone". The last song is just incredible with its mix of soft and hard beats and harmony!!
If you have liked any of Patton's earlier material, check this out. It is different, but you will not be disappointed!