Four
years is a long wait for any follow-up album, but the torture
and painful heartache of Ween fans across the globe is finally
over. La Cucaracha, Ween’s eleventh album, proves
the band is one of the most consistently satisfying rock bands
this era.
The wildly eclectic Dean and Gene Ween have proven once again
not to expect the expected with their musical offerings. That
is, of course, with the exception of their lyrical mimicking and
offensive verses which we all find appallingly excellent.
While previous albums have displayed a slight wandering
to more mature sounds, La Cucaracha has turned back time,
highlighting Ween’s quintessential spirit; a range of smooth
early 80’s pop, roots, reggae and country rock and even
a pinch of electro-disco for good measure.
The
only downfall of La Cucaracha is the breaking of the
golden 3-minute rule with the track 'Woman and Man', an 11 minute
amble that goes nowhere interesting. Having said that, there are
some stellar items on the album; from 'Fiesta' with its bright
energy, to 'Lullaby' which reflects its name as a rather delicate,
serious but beautiful piece of music.
While die-hard Ween fans will already be clutching
this album and wondering about what is coming next, La Cucaracha
might, just might, be one of the rare times when those unaccustomed
to Ween take the risk and try out this unique and perennial favourite.
Four
years is a long wait for any follow-up album, but the torture
and painful heartache of Ween fans across the globe is finally
over. La Cucaracha, Ween’s eleventh album, proves
the band is one of the most consistently satisfying rock bands
this era.
The
only downfall of La Cucaracha is the breaking of the
golden 3-minute rule with the track 'Woman and Man', an 11 minute
amble that goes nowhere interesting. Having said that, there are
some stellar items on the album; from 'Fiesta' with its bright
energy, to 'Lullaby' which reflects its name as a rather delicate,
serious but beautiful piece of music.