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An American Dream

An American Dream

SKU: CD9588 Barcode: 0184923112825
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Our Take

Ah, Vietnam An American Dream. What can I say about this album that hasn't been said already? Well, probably quite a lot, actually. This is a concept album with a twist - it tells the story of the Vietnam War from the perspective of a clueless American soldier who just wants to get back home to his girlfriend in Ohio.

The music itself is a mishmash of styles, ranging from psychedelic folk to prog rock to good old-fashioned rock and roll. It's a wild ride, to say the least. Just when you think you've got the album figured out, it throws a curveball at you - a banjo solo here, a spoken word interlude there. But somehow, it all comes together in a weirdly satisfying way.

Lyrically, the album is both thought-provoking and hilarious. The protagonist's naïve musings on life, love, and war are simultaneously profound and absurd. One minute he's waxing poetic about the futility of conflict, the next he's wondering if he left the stove on back home. It's a delightful juxtaposition that keeps you on your toes throughout the entire listening experience.

Overall, Vietnam An American Dream is a truly unique album that defies categorization. It's equal parts hilarious and heartbreaking, absurd and profound. If you're in the mood for something different, give it a spin - you won't be disappointed.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. A.D. Pt. I
2. Stucco Roofs
4. Fight Water W/ Fire
3. Kitchen Kongas
5. Yaz
6. 1.20.09
7. Flyin'
8. No Use in Cryin'
9. Blasphemy Blues
10. W.orld W.ar W.orries
11. I Promise... Things Are Gonna Get Better

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