Time Capsule: Songs For A Future Generation

I had to have this on vinyl and I’m glad I got it absolute excellent pressing I’m only missing 1 of the studio albums (bouncing off the satellites) hopefully a reissue sometime soon. I am shocked that I got a made in USA that’s is perfect now that’s unusual. I go out of my way to get the imports but this one I got lucky with.

Wanted to add a B52’s record to my collection and this one has all the songs I liked back in the 80’s. Good quality recording

Every once in a very long while a thoroughly delightful group appears out of nowhere with something new to say and a distinct, immediately identifiable way of saying it. Such is the case with the B-52's who pull off a nearly impossible trick and make it look easy. For starters, they are musically intoxicating and certainly can't be topped for dance party appeal. The vocal blend of Cindy Wilson and Kate Pierson is a lovely, natural fit, and Fred Schneider's droll, spoken word additions provide an effective and often hilarious counterpoint. Keith Strickland knows that a band like this needs basic, pure drumming, nothing flashy, and he delivers. The late, lamented Ricky Wilson provided great retro surf guitar, right on time and target. The frequent use of left-field sound effects sprinkles the songs with splendid surprises.The song writing, especially lyrics, is always slightly cracked and completely charming. Catchy tunes devoted to poorly planned parties, ruins in Mesopotamia, and making love in strobe light are delivered without irony; no matter how absurd the subject it all seems to make sense when the B-52's do it. As good as these individual contributions are, it is the collective vibe and sensibility that sends this group over the top, their Own, Private I Don't Know is recognizable from 100 paces.While several anthology CDs are currently available, this one shines most brightly. I was considering the 2-CD compilation, Nude On The Moon, but decided against it after learning about the alternate mixes, etc. Time Capsule: Songs For A Future Generation has the absolute requisite B-52's hits you can't live without, and plenty more besides. Nice to know that future generations will have quality neo-absurdist surf-guitar dance party music to enjoy - they'll need it.

I realized I had no B-52's music - my original purchases were on cassettes and there is no cassette player in my current car! Looking for a single purchase of their music, as I am not a die-hard fan, this looked like the best choice. It has the songs I wanted, and many that I have learned I don't. Still, it has been good to check out some of their more experimental recordings. I would recommend this compilation for anyone who wants a good sampling of the B-52's music. Everyone should remember - "Before I talk, I should read the book."

Somehow I missed "Debbie" when it came out. A pleasant surprise. Otherwise the memories come flooding back of better times, really great upbeat stuff during this pandemic."Roam" reminded me of two friends who circled the globe before they settled down and starting having kids."Love Shack" is how I spent my Andy Warhol 15 minutes of fame doing Kareoke in San Diego one night with some female accompaniment.Really fun, upbeat music.

Heard a song from the b’52’s and said to myself, self I don’t have a b’52 cd so I purchased this one.Great music and love this band

Buen CD que reúne muchos éxitos de esta agrupación. No están todos sus éxitos como Legal Tender. Muy escuchable y divertido

Super easy to buy. Just saw them in Vegas 2 weeks ago. All the good songs.

Coletania perfeita , pra quem gosta da banda ... tem que ter na sua coleção...pela primeira vez em vinl...

If you are a follower of the B52s then you will already having this cd compilation. If you don’t… what’s a matter with you… get it.

Conforme à la description / arrivé en avance

El disco llego un día antes de lo esperado y en buenas condiciones, pero no es como viene en las imágenes, la portada es diferente como cualquier CD, si lo van a comprar tengan en cuenta eso sinceramente no es como esperaba

It has a number of songs by the B52's on it and I like most of them !!