Album Info
| Artist: | The HeeBeeGeeBees |
| Album: | Golden Greats Or Never Mind The Originals, Here's The HeeBeeGeeBees |
| Gatefold: | Yes |
| Released: | Australia, 1981 |
Tracklist:
| A1 | HeeBeeGeeBees - Meaningless Songs | 3:34 |
| A2 | Jack Michaelson - (Dancing) Up The Wall | 2:50 |
| A3 | The Beagles - Dead Cicada | 3:36 |
| A4 | David Bowwow - Quite Ahead Of My Time | 3:32 |
| A5 | Kenny Rogered - You're My Son | 3:02 |
| A6 | Status Quid - Boring Song | 4:32 |
| B1 | HeeBeeGeeBees - Ah! | 0:43 |
| B2 | The PeeCees - Too Depressed To Commit Suicide | 3:42 |
| B3 | Paul McCarthrob And Wangs - Simple Song | 2:57 |
| B4 | St Winnalot's Reform School Choir - Granma | 2:18 |
| B5 | Båbba - Music Machine | 3:29 |
| B6 | Larry Pilsson - Oh Me! | 2:18 |
| B7 | Neil Dung, Bob Vylan, The Bland , Frank Sumatra , Dean Martian, Leonard Crowing, George Harrassing - Bird Of Peace | 5:58 |
| Guitar, Harmonica - Sean Lyons |
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Description
"Golden Greats Or Never Mind The Originals, Here's The HeeBeeGeeBees," released in the 1980s, is a parody album by The HeeBeeGeeBees, a group known for their satirical take on popular music and artists. This album, specifically, is a humorous tribute to the Bee Gees, featuring parodic versions of their songs and style. It showcases the HeeBeeGeeBees' talent for comedy, musical mimicry, and their ability to cleverly satirize the distinctive elements of the Bee Gees' music.
One of the notable tracks is "Meaningless Songs," a parody that mimics the Bee Gees' falsetto singing style and their lyrical themes. The HeeBeeGeeBees' imitation is both amusing and impressively accurate, capturing the essence of the Bee Gees' sound while adding comedic elements that exaggerate certain aspects for humorous effect.
The production quality of the album is surprisingly good, considering its comedic nature. The arrangements and vocal harmonies are crafted to closely resemble the original Bee Gees' songs, which adds to the humor. The attention to detail in replicating the sound and style of the Bee Gees is a testament to the HeeBeeGeeBees' musicality and understanding of the genre they are parodying.
Another humorous track, "Bored Song," parodies the slower ballads of the Bee Gees. The lyrics are intentionally over-the-top and melodramatic, poking fun at the sometimes overly sentimental nature of love ballads. The HeeBeeGeeBees' ability to balance musical accuracy with comedic exaggeration is a key element of the album's appeal.
The album includes a range of parodies that cover different aspects of the Bee Gees' musical repertoire, from their disco hits to their romantic ballads. Each parody is crafted with a keen ear for the original's musical and vocal style, making the album enjoyable both as a comedy record and as a musical homage.
Lyrically, the album is filled with puns, wordplay, and humorous takes on common song themes. The cleverness of the lyrics adds an extra layer of enjoyment to the album, particularly for listeners familiar with the original songs and the Bee Gees' style.
"In conclusion, "Golden Greats Or Never Mind The Originals, Here's The HeeBeeGeeBees" by The HeeBeeGeeBees is a comedic gem that brilliantly parodies the Bee Gees. The album's mix of musical mimicry, clever lyrics, and comedic flair makes it a unique and entertaining listen. It's a humorous tribute that not only pokes fun at its subjects but also demonstrates a deep appreciation and understanding of their music.