Got Milk (If You Want It) - Daddy a Go-Go, Instrumental [Boyds
Zebra in the Kitchen - Daddy a Go-Go, Hopper
Best Friend [From "The Courtship of Eddie's Father"] - Daddy a Go-Go, Nilsson
Knock Knock
The Fever - Daddy a Go-Go, Boydstun, Bill
Song for a Rainy Day [Instrumental]
You're Not the Bossa Nova Me [Instrumental][Mix]
Dads raised on the Beatles, the Stones, and old rockabilly and surf licks don't fade away or burn out, they just plug in and rock their kids. On Monkey in the Middle, daddy-o supreme John Boydston, his good buddies, and oc... more »casionally his children conspire to dish out melodically memorable pop-rock tunes that are as smart as they are kid- and adult-friendly. While Boydston can't decide whether he wants to be Buddy Holly, Brian Wilson from his "Surfer Girl" period, or Mick Jagger, in the end it doesn't matter since Boydston writes, plays, and emotes with enough panache and rock-history knowledge to bring a smile to even the most jaded rock fan. Dig the musical allusions and jangly guitars sprinkled throughout the 15-song disc, whether it's the "Jumpin' Jack Flash"-like backups that pepper "Thank the Farmer" or the hip instrumental, "Got Milk (If You Want It)." With covers of the "Theme from The Courtship of Eddie's Father" or a tasty remake of the Vaselines' "Molly's Lips" (called "Mommy's Lips"), Daddy A Go Go proves that good taste, creative ingenuity, and good times are a rock legacy every kid deserves to get from a rock-savvy father. Go Dad go. --Martin Keller« less
Dads raised on the Beatles, the Stones, and old rockabilly and surf licks don't fade away or burn out, they just plug in and rock their kids. On Monkey in the Middle, daddy-o supreme John Boydston, his good buddies, and occasionally his children conspire to dish out melodically memorable pop-rock tunes that are as smart as they are kid- and adult-friendly. While Boydston can't decide whether he wants to be Buddy Holly, Brian Wilson from his "Surfer Girl" period, or Mick Jagger, in the end it doesn't matter since Boydston writes, plays, and emotes with enough panache and rock-history knowledge to bring a smile to even the most jaded rock fan. Dig the musical allusions and jangly guitars sprinkled throughout the 15-song disc, whether it's the "Jumpin' Jack Flash"-like backups that pepper "Thank the Farmer" or the hip instrumental, "Got Milk (If You Want It)." With covers of the "Theme from The Courtship of Eddie's Father" or a tasty remake of the Vaselines' "Molly's Lips" (called "Mommy's Lips"), Daddy A Go Go proves that good taste, creative ingenuity, and good times are a rock legacy every kid deserves to get from a rock-savvy father. Go Dad go. --Martin Keller
CD Reviews
Great alternative to traditional kids songs!
Nicole | Southern Illinois | 07/12/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I am a teacher for the Southern Illinios University Head Start program and bought this CD and the Cool Songs for Cool Kids CD during a summer hunt for new music to use in the classroom. I personally loved the rythym and fun lyrics in the songs. My family previewed the CD's at home (I have a six year old daughter)and we danced the night away. There is a song for every child to relate to. I will definitely use it in my classroom. Great job Daddy-A-GoGo!"
If you have kids .. you should have this
Nicole | 07/07/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"My daughter loves this record (whoops... that dates me!) or rather CD .. she loves having her "own music" and I love knowing that it is fun, good spirited and upbeat. Nasty tempers in the car and at home are smoothed over by a promise of letting her listen to "her cd" ... And I like the music, which makes it easier to listen to over and over again ... it's not sappy or stupid and it doesn't talk down to children like some kids music does."
Hip, musical fun for kids and grown-ups
Nicole | 07/11/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Few kids or parents will be able to sit still while listening to the toe-tapping energy that drives this lively collection of rock songs for today's kids. The lyrics are relevant to the lives of modern children, including a song about the Pokemon craze ("The Fever"), while much of the humor (and there's a lot of it) is timeless. I especially like the funny "Knock Knock" which features kids' voices and a bluesy harmonica in the background. This is more than just silly kids' stuff, though. The instrumental "Got Milk" is a quiet, beautiful piece and "Thank the Farmer" is a thoughtful homage to those who grow our food. The inclusion of "Best Friend" (from the TV show "Courtship of Eddie's Father") is a sweet inspiration. This is a wonderful musical treat for the whole family."
Not for young kids unaccustomed to rock n roll
North Idaho Dad | 06/30/2003
(4 out of 5 stars)
"This is a fun CD, no doubt about it. However, be warned that if your young children are not quite ready to rock out, this may not appeal to them. My kids, 5 and 2, are used to the clean and clear pop sounds of the Wiggles. They also love the clear acoustic sounds of Ralph's World. Daddy a Go Go is not like those. This is loose, party rock n roll music reminiscent of an early 60's American garage band -- A sort of "Animal House for kids" soundtrack. I kept expecting to hear "Louie Louie" on this disc. Like that song, the vocals are buried in the mix, so my kids had a hard time hearing the words. Don't get me wrong, this is a well-made and fun collection of songs. I think I'll just put it away for a year or two until my kids are ready to rock."
Track Listings (15) - Disc #1