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THE REVIEW
Good! It's time to break free from mainstream reviewing and present something that (grave error) has never been discussed on this site: The Tubes. This band, always teetering between silliness and rock music, released their second album, "Young And Rich," in 1976.
Good.
What to expect from "Young And Rich"?
Well, first of all, something silly. Okay, if you're not well-versed in English and you're not attending one of their concerts (an absolute show!), you might not get it. So let's move on to the second: Rock. Well-played for once. The tracks, characterized by energetic and not overly demanding music, are inspired. Just think of the hits (in America): Tubes World Tour, the title track, and especially the famous (in America) Don't Touch Me There. But even songs like Pimp, Poland Whole/Madame I'm Adam, and Slipped My Disco pass pleasantly without being boring. The less successful tracks are few and shorter. The album is certainly not a masterpiece, but it's the type of record you'll always listen to: accessible and well-crafted at the same time. The perfect break to catch your breath between two highly abstract classics of electro-kraut-psych-prog, perhaps. Almost certain of not having been tedious or boring, I invite those of you DeBaserians who are unfamiliar with the album to listen to it. And maybe also listen to the great concert "What Do You Want From Live?".
They aren't Steely Dan, but I like them.
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Summary by Bot
The Tubes' 1976 album Young and Rich mixes playful silliness with solid rock music. While not a masterpiece, it remains an accessible and enjoyable listen featuring hits like Don’t Touch Me There. The review encourages fans and newcomers alike to explore the album and the band's lively concerts.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
The Tubes
The Tubes are an American rock band formed in San Francisco in 1972 by musicians originally from Phoenix. Known for satirical, theatrical stage shows led by vocalist Fee Waybill, they broke out with White Punks on Dope and later scored mainstream hits like Talk to Ya Later and She’s a Beauty. Their records have involved producers Todd Rundgren and David Foster; keyboardist Vince Welnick later joined the Grateful Dead.05 Reviews
