One Mississippi With the Wellfed Boy EP

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Brendan Benson

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This album is not just one of the best albums of 1994-2004, it is a true testament to artistry in an industry of clones and phonies. I am so impressed with Brendan Benson and his talent, that he has not only gained a fan for life, but I am bringing anybody I can on board. Its not hard to get people to like you or your music when its this good, I mean, all you've gotta do is get em to do is listen to it. My personal favorites are "Tea", "Bird's Eye View', "Emma J", "Me Just Purely (Demo Version)" and "The Swamp". There isnt even a "best song" on here, everyone just has their personal favorites. I'm eagerly anticipating the new album, Brendan, keep the good work up.

I'm a Brendon Benson fan. I loved Lapalco. Who didn't? I've seen him a couple of times with the Raconteurs, and I love his work with them, too. I think the guy is a great artist. Which is why I bought this album well after it's release.

Basically, if you are a Brendan Benson completist, get the album. If you are new to his sounds, try something else first. I enjoyed the album, just not as much as a lot of other stuff that I've heard from him.

Maybe after a few more listens, it will grow on me. Maybe I'm expecting too much. The album was a disappointment only because I expect so much from this great artist.