Amazi ngReviewed by The New Day, 2006-12-15
Like the previous reviewer, my interest in this band was piqued after hearing "Where I Find My Heaven" in the movie "Dumb and Dumber". I checked out Gigolo Aunts' videos on YouTube, and liked what I heard enough to purchase "Flippin' Out" at a bargain-basement price of $2. What a steal. These guys are extremely talented, in melodic structure and execution; they are standouts in a crowded field of modern-day drivel. Please note: This reviewer has never been partial to metallic influences appearing in music, and is extremely finicky when it comes to contemporary rock - probably the result of overindulgence in Beatles, Zappa, John McLaughlin, Hendrix and other supreme masters of a bygone era of rock and roll. If that holds any medal of significance for people reading this, then know this: the Gigolo Aunts are one of those rare gems in the recording arts, and I highly recommend this album.
"Flippin' Out" over this album...Reviewed by TheInnerRefuge, 2006-11-19
I purchased this album originally for "Where I Find..." I heard it
in the movie "Dumb and Dumber", got hooked, and then bought the
soundtrack. The more I listened, the more curious I got. So, when I
spotted a used copy at a music store for $5, I grabbed it.
I was not disappointed. There are so many good tracks on this
album. In fact, the only song that I skip over anymore is "Lemon
Peeler". "Cope" is a great opener, shifting between light and dark
throughout the track. "Figurine" is one of the most beautiful and
mournful cuts I've heard in a while, although the uttering of the
word "figurine..." after every line does get a touch repetative.
"Gun" is a slower, punk-fashioned track, with some pretty good
lyrics. I also really like "Pin Cushion"; from start to finish, a
solid song.
All those I didn't mention are still great tracks and overall, this
is a very good effort from a band that sadly got passed over.