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Twink by Twink
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fave it Quirky | Kid Friendly
25 tracks | 59 minutes
Released Nov 2002
on Dyspepsidisc
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- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 01:13 Hoppity Jones lyrics BUY MP3 01:13 Hoppity Jones lyrics "GIFT MP3" 01:13 Hoppity Jones
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Whimsical, hyperactive, intoxicated and at times sinister and sophisticated tunes for toy piano and other weird instruments (strings, percussion, accordion, saw, banjo, and more) packaged in a colorful, 32-page picture-book about a lost bunny.
Editorial review
Although Mike Langlie performed in a variety of gothic rock and industrial bands, his performances on dozens of toy pianos have drawn comparisons to children's music in tone and substance. Originally not intended to be a children's album, Twink comes complete with a 32-page illustrated book, giving the album a concept from the beginning. And from the start, this is a fun and entertaining album that isn't just for kids. "Hoppity Jones" has an assortment of piano and hip-hop beats in it, while bird whistles can be heard in the distance. "Fleezle" continues along this path, but is a bit more organic sounding. Using "Pop Goes the Weasel" for portions of the track, it's brief but happily bizarre. "Do You Hear the Frog" has some samples and scratches in it, but doesn't sound as fresh as one might think. "Ant Farm" uses electronica beats in the vein of New Order to create a simple yet danceable tempo. A certain moody quality plays itself out on "Moongirl," resembling Nine Inch Nails in its tone. "Shy Violet" has an orchestral sound in it courtesy of Karen Langlie's flute as well as cello. Unfortunately, one of the more boring tracks happens to be one of the longest in "Winterheart." "Catnip" is a mix of acoustic guitar but with a drum'n'bass touch to it. One of the strong points to this record is that it's adventurous, particularly on the toe-tapping "Whoop-De-Doodle," featuring toys being squeezed to emit certain noises. Pink Floyd can also be heard at certain portions, particularly in the mechanical opening of "Mechanical Mouse," resembling the opening to Pink Floyd's "Money." "Indian Summer" has a lush synthesizer throughout and also uses various bells to create a dreamy pop sound. There is even some dub reggae thrown in during "Cloud Watcher," perhaps one of the more somber songs of the 25 here. Some other songs sound a bit too dark or brooding to be cheerful children's material. "The Edge of Darkness" could be placed on Bowie's Outside album very easily. Although intended for children, the innovative use of such child-like instruments is excellent and fascinating. ~ Jason MacNeil, All Music Guide
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25 tunes for toy piano and other instruments (strings, percussion, accordion, saw, banjo, and more), packaged in a colorful, 32-page picture-book about a lost bunny. An hour of music that frequently mixes styles and moods; sometimes intoxicated and hyperactive, at other times quite sinister.
Biography:
Twink is the music of toy pianist Mike Langlie, a Boston-based musician and artist. Before Twink, Mike played keyboards in gothic and electronic bands. He became inspired by a thrift store toy piano when his sequencers went on the fritz, and soon ditched the synths for tiny instruments.
Album points:
- Tracks from this album have been featured in animated shorts created for MTV Europe.
- Some of the musicians joining Twink on this album are: Clayton Scoble (Aimee Mann, Francine), Rick Hansen (Plastic Nebraska) and Steven Cerio (illustrator for the Residents).
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