Search - Todd Rundgren :: Liars

Todd's still breaking new ground

Roger Steel | Hudson, Ohio | 03/19/2004

(4 out of 5 stars)

"It's taken me a few listens to digest Liars, but I love it. For all of those who appreciate Todd's song crafting abilities and lush production qualities, you'll love Liars. If you're looking for Todd to rock-out with alot of guitar laiden jams, this one isn't for you. If I'd have to compare this to any of his past works, I'd say it's a cross between the electronica of NWO and the concept of Healer. While I haven't yet seen the liner notes, there are pervasive themes throughout Liars. Truth, lies, life, death, future, past, spirituality, etc... It's heavy stuff. "Stood Up" remains my favorite song. It has a Hermit-like sound to it and is the closest thing to his late 70's sound I've heard in years. There are some nice, subtle songs like "Sweet", "Past", "Flaw" (assuming you overlook the mother f'er references), and "God Said." (get over yourself Todd!). There's not a bad song in the bunch and over 74 minutes of music to enjoy. It's hard to say that this is one of Todd's best because he breaks new ground on every disc. I think it's safe to say that Liars is one of his best works in the last 20+ years though. Get it!!!"

Time for Todd

J. Bringle | orlando ,fl | 03/23/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Where do I start to tell you about how good this cd is and why you should purchase it?Well ,no its not the guitar cd that I would love to have from him.This is a superb cd, showcasing Todds vocals.Do we dare call it a concept album?The central theme is about liars and lies we have all told or been told(example:the Easter bunny).This has a highly accessible sound that could and should be played on radio.Has Todd been blacklisted forever or will someone wake up and give this new cd a chance?Hey how about a behind the music on vh-1?Ending with him in hawaii releasing his new masterpiece.Warning: he does get a little raunchy with the lyrics on "Flaw" ,but the sound and groove of it are so cool you want to overlook them.There are definately some really great songs on here that you must check out.The song "Liar" is one of my favorites ,it has a ravi shankar meets nine inch nails sound.This cd is filled with questions from an artist who continues to push forward into the new milinium and update his sound.Maybe..just maybe ,it's Time for Todd!"

My new favorite Todd album

Roger Steel | 04/06/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I've been listening to Todd since I heard Open My Eyes on a jukebox in about 1968 when I was twelve years old. He became my favorite artist with Wizard a True Star. This album has seventy three minutes of great musical composition and is sure to be just as listenable in thirty years as it is today. The first listening did not really excite me, but I knew that, as with other Todd records, this was music that you move towards openly to get the experience of, because, like most masterpieces, it comes from a place beyond preset expectations. I am loving it more every time I hear it. Get yours today!!"