RRCD2012 MAD AT THE WORLD - BOOMERANG CD 637405140774
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING ABOUT BOOMERANG....
They've still got that singer (Roger Rose) but most everything else has changed, and now play near-metal guitar rock with buzz saw axes and drums that hit you in the chest.
Tony Cummings / Cross Rhythms Music (U.K.)
The next three outings reflect the band’s second phase. Gritty guitars rule, keyboards are all but banished, and real drums replace synthesized rhythm machines. Rose also tones down his faux British accent and acquires more of the vocal snarl of a Jim Morrison or Billy Idol. Mark Allan Powell / Encyclopedia of CCM
Locate this album wherever it can be found as it remains one the best Christian Alternative Albums in existence, regardless of the time period.
Wayne Myatt / Jesus Freak Hideout
- Officially licensed
- Originally released 1991, Alarma Records
- Limited to just 300 units
- Part of the Legends Remastered Series
- The band’s most controversial song, “Isn’t Sex a Wonderful Thing?”—a sarcastic rant against abuses of sexuality in modern society.
- Also includes new synthesizer-free version of older hit song “No More Innocence”
- Second album of the band's second era of fusing hard and alternative rock with very little synthesizer
- For fans of Alice in Chains, Stone Temple Pilots, The Cult, Billy Idol
ABOUT THE ALBUM
MAD AT THE WORLD released Boomerang in 1991, marking a significant development in their exploration of alternative rock. This album stands out for its rich variety of musical styles, setting it apart from their previous effort, Seasons of Love. The energetic opening track "House of Sin" bridges the two albums, while "If You Listen" introduces a darker, more atmospheric sound, vividly depicting themes of spiritual struggle.
Tracks like "Back to You" and "Don't Give Up" highlight the band's ability to craft memorable melodies and harmonies, with the latter drawing comparisons to the mid-90s rock vibe of Stone Temple Pilots. The poignant "Ballad of Adam and Eve" and the hard-hitting "Sunday" showcase the band's versatility, from tender love themes to grittier, Alice In Chains-like tones. "Draggin' the Chains," co-written by bassist Brent Gordon, delves into the depths of sin and redemption, offering powerful lyrics, quasi-metal guitars and a deeply compelling narrative.
Perhaps the most controversial track, "Isn't Sex a Wonderful Thing?" uses biting sarcasm to critique modern attitudes towards love and purity, reflecting the band's fearless approach to challenging societal norms. The album closes with a robust reprise of "No More Innocence," transforming the original keyboard-driven track into a full-force rock anthem.
This reissue of Boomerang, part of Retroactive Records' Legends Remastered Series, is limited to 300 copies and features a remastered sound by Rob Colwell. Packaged in a jewel case with an eight-page lyrics insert, this edition revitalizes one of the best Christian alternative albums ever, ensuring its legacy endures for new and old fans alike.
Tracks
House Of Sin
If You Listen
Back To You
Don't Give Up
Ballad Of Adam And Eve
Sunday
Draggin The Chains
All These Questions
Isn't Sex A Wonderful Thing?
No More Innocence (Reprise)
House Of Sin/If You Listen/Back To You/Don't Give Up/Ballad Of Adam And Eve/Sunday/Draggin' The Chains/All These Questions/Isn't Sex A Wonderful Thing?/No More Innocence (Reprise)