Some people might question whether this album represents a creative artistic achievement, simply because of the nature of its production and construction. If true art works by "making the familiar unfamiliar," then Girl Talk has succeeded in creating a masterpiece. The meticulous and seamless weave of sonic material delights and surprises at every unpredictable turn.
but I do, for the catchy hilarity of juxtaposition.
Feed the Animals simply blows me away. I've listened to it numerous times and I'm still amazed at all of the subtleties and intricacies of it all. You really need to download the whole album - just one or two tracks won't convey the spirit or energy of this record. The closing track is a fist-pumping anthem that is the album closer of all album closers. How will he ever be able to top this?
but I AM a Girl Talk fan. His mixes are amazing! If you're offended by horrible rap lyrics, this isn't for you, but lyrics aside, this album is awesome. The wide variety of artists used in the mixes is outstanding. I listen to this album while at the gym and it will seriously pick up your workout :)
This album is bound to get people of all types bobbing their heads to gether at your next party. It's way fun trying to disect all the seperate elements he has mashed together. Normally I'm not impressed with sample-based song creation but this guy takes it to a whole new level. Extremely clever without forgetting to rock the party.
I could care less about dance music usually, but the mix of every type of music makes this a record that can make anyone smile - just trying to pick out the familiar beats & bars that pop up all over the place.
Just slam this into your stereo when the party is going and people will stop and stare at you like, HUH? what is this? This music never fails to bring a smile to a listener's face. Great conversation starter as people try to figure out where all the rips are from. Try it!
art? well the acoustic version of pop art maybe. say what you will, despise it for it s pure artistic infringement, it is a good listen and has kept my feet pounding the pavement into many a run.
Aside for nerdcore, I generally detest rap music. That being said, Feed the Animals is an amazing album. Fast paced, innovative use of unlikely samples, and balance between kitsch and seriousness. My biggest complaint is the use of profanity, sexual references, and drug references, make this album completely inappropriate for my children and some of my friends who are easily offended. Unfortunately, my teens somehow know most of what they have heard of the album.
What I love about this record is it takes music that had passed through my life at one point or another and gives me a chance to experience it in a new and refreshed way. Makes me smile and giggle often.
