Oingo Boingo

Boingo

Another Side of Boingo

Review Score:

(10/10)
I've found that no two Oingo Boingo records sound the same, and Boingo is a particularly interesting example of this. Here, Danny Elfman has moved away from his New Wave roots into a more Alternative Rock style. The orchestrations are much richer here than on his previous albums, and the lyrics seem to operate on a much more personal level.
Overall, this record serves up a very different listening experience than Only A Lad or Dead Man's Party. From the bombastic (And utterly amazing) "Insanity" to the 16-minute freee for all "Change" (My personal favorite) Boingo will take you on an intense thrill ride.
The songs here are much longer than has previously been Elfman's wont, most likely because he has more to say. Many people dislike long songs, but I much prefer them to shallow 2 1/2 minute pop singles.
If you would like to here something completely different that is sure to astound and amaze you. Check out this record.

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