Pure acoustic pop from the deranged mind of a single man with a single guitar. Melodic, insightful, humorous, and playful, "Hopelessly Marginal" is a mellow romp made for the masses and easy to love.
CD Details
All Artists:Terry Mertens Title:Hopelessly Marginal Members Wishing: 0 Total Copies: 0 Label:Terry Mertens Original Release Date: 6/12/2002 Re-Release Date: 8/2/2002 Album Type: Explicit Lyrics Genres:Folk, Pop Style: Number of Discs: 1 SwapaCD Credits: 1 UPC:783707550121
Synopsis
Album Description
Pure acoustic pop from the deranged mind of a single man with a single guitar. Melodic, insightful, humorous, and playful, "Hopelessly Marginal" is a mellow romp made for the masses and easy to love.
CD Reviews
Absolutely FANtabulous... A "champagne" toast.
A fan from Carolina... | 12/14/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Terry Mertens hits it right on with his Album "Hopelessly Marginal." It's definitely playful mixed with a little biting attitued, which makes his music so very entertaining. Everytime I listen to it, i hear something new, or pick up on a new joke or a new twist. I don't think it is possible to be disappointed with this CD, he hits the right chord every time and sings a tune sure to catch your attention. Way to go, Terry!"
Kicks Serious Behind!
A fan from Carolina... | 07/27/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Terry is a musical genius. His album should be at the top ten, making billions of dollars, and living the lifestyle of the rich and famous (i.e., having substance abuse problems, living a morally deficient life and being adored by millions of women). Unfortunately, without the proper music industry backing and lacking the monetary power similar to that of "artist formerly known as Prince" a.k.a "glyph boy", Mr. Mertin's brilliance is destined to languish in obscurity unless you, yes you, buy this worthy CD. Come on. Don't just sit there. Buy this @&#$* product. And, tell your friends to do the same thing. You have a future famous person to support. So, get on with it!"
Hopelessly Marginal is just that (artist review)
Terry V. Mertens Jr. | Chicago, Illinois United States | 07/23/2003
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Most people won't get this album...and by that I don't mean "purchase." People won't understand what it is because they don't know what real music is anymore, or what it sounded like before digitization made every last note perfect. This is not a perfect recording. In fact, it is FAR from it. It is mine, and I am the first one to admit that. But it's got something else going for it...something real. It's probably not for everyone. If you're looking for a professionally produced, flawless recording, I suggest Robbie Williams or George Michael. If you're looking for a simple songwriter with an old 12-string acoustic who writes and performs from the heart, this is right up your alley. It was self-produced and paid for, so there wasn't an unlimited budget and studio time to work with. And then there's the fact that I can't read or write music. Of all the CDs I've sold playing live, I've only ever received one poor review, and it's the one on this page. Most people who get it, also "get it." It won't be up for any Grammy's, but what it does it does well."
One for the ladies
Robert E. Hanczar | Illinois | 04/03/2008
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Just kidding. Men can enjoy this album as well... very, very feminine men. I'm just kidding again (probably). Before you read further I should admit that I know this guy and he's a pretty good friend of mine, but I'll try to minimize the bias that will inevitably have on this review. In all honesty this album is a great collection of well-written songs, minus slick production (or any real production to speak of). Terry produced the album independently and it was basically recorded live in the studio on a shoe-string budget under severe time constraints. In many places it sounds like it. The rawness of it does, however, imbue it with a certain energy and charm that are often lacking in more polished works. The fact that the only instruments employed on the album are a mostly-in-tune 12-string acoustic guitar and Terry's voice can make it hard to digest all at once, especially if the songs are completely new to you. Once you take the time to get acquainted with the tracks, though, they grow on you fast. Terry is first and foremost an excellent writer and if you're a "lyrics" person this album is a must-have. Chances are good that you'll find yourself musing over them long after the disc is over (whether you want to or not). The song arrangements are simple but intuitive and the vocal melodies are surprisingly catchy. The occasional flat vocal you may find either endearing or grating but the singing is fairly solid through-out. I guess the best I can say is go ahead and buy this CD - you might not hate it. Of course if you do, you can post your own psychotic bad review (see below). BTW, Terry, if you read this: stop bragging that you don't read or write music - that's about 80% of all PROFESSIONAL musicians, including every member of Limp Bizkit (who also, incidentally, do not read or write English)."
Track Listings (12) - Disc #1