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Martha And The Muffins|The World Is a Ball (30th Anniversary Edition)

The World Is a Ball (30th Anniversary Edition)

Martha And The Muffins

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Continuing as a duo, augmented by the cream of the crop of studio musicians, Mark Gane and Martha Johnson connected with new producer David Lord, and returned to England to record this album. It's a different sound from the prior release, Mystery Walk, but once again, one of the charms of M + M was that one never quite knew what to expect from them. The album is full of interesting sounds, and wonderful songs. Mark Gane demonstrates his singing ability on the beautiful "Stuck On the Grid," and Martha Johnson continues to use her voice to full extent on "Song In My Head," the somber "I Watch, I Wait," and the somewhat angry "Don't Jump the Gun." The production is somewhat loud for M + M, and the sounds are not nearly as layered as previous releases. However, strap on headphones, and one is treated to some interesting effects and sounds sprinkled throughout. Overall, a pleasant, hard-sounding pop album with dance overtones; there is enough here to keep avid fans interested and win over some new listeners.
© Aaron Badgley /TiVo

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The World Is a Ball
00:04:19

Martha And The Muffins, MainArtist - Mark Thomas Gane, Composer - Martha Helen Johnson, Composer

2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. 2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

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I Watch I Wait
00:03:38

Martha And The Muffins, MainArtist - Mark Thomas Gane, Composer - Martha Helen Johnson, Composer

2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. 2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

3
Watching the Boys Fall Down
00:04:03

Martha And The Muffins, MainArtist - Mark Thomas Gane, Composer - Martha Helen Johnson, Composer

2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. 2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

4
Only You
00:04:37

Martha And The Muffins, MainArtist - Mark Thomas Gane, Composer - Martha Helen Johnson, Composer

2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. 2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

5
By the Waters of Babylon
00:05:00

Martha And The Muffins, MainArtist - Mark Thomas Gane, Composer - Martha Helen Johnson, Composer

2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. 2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

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Song in My Head
00:04:34

Martha And The Muffins, MainArtist - Mark Thomas Gane, Composer - Martha Helen Johnson, Composer

2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. 2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

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Don't Jump the Gun
00:04:20

Martha And The Muffins, MainArtist - Mark Thomas Gane, Composer - Martha Helen Johnson, Composer

2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. 2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

8
Stuck on the Grid
00:04:12

Martha And The Muffins, MainArtist - Mark Thomas Gane, Composer - Martha Helen Johnson, Composer

2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. 2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

9
Someone Else's Shoes
00:04:20

Martha And The Muffins, MainArtist - Mark Thomas Gane, Composer - Martha Helen Johnson, Composer

2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. 2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

10
As a Matter of Fact
00:04:06

Martha And The Muffins, MainArtist - Mark Thomas Gane, Composer - Martha Helen Johnson, Composer

2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. 2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

11
Riverine
00:05:15

Martha And The Muffins, MainArtist - Mark Thomas Gane, Composer - Martha Helen Johnson, Composer

2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. 2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

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Song in My Head (Dance Mix)
00:06:48

Martha And The Muffins, MainArtist - Mark Thomas Gane, Composer - Martha Helen Johnson, Composer

2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. 2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

13
Song in My Head (Dub Mix)
00:06:08

Martha And The Muffins, MainArtist - Mark Thomas Gane, Composer - Martha Helen Johnson, Composer

2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. 2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

14
Song in My Head (Single Mix)
00:04:01

Martha And The Muffins, MainArtist - Mark Thomas Gane, Composer - Martha Helen Johnson, Composer

2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc. 2017 Licensed Courtesy of Sony Music Entertainment Canada Inc.

Album review

Continuing as a duo, augmented by the cream of the crop of studio musicians, Mark Gane and Martha Johnson connected with new producer David Lord, and returned to England to record this album. It's a different sound from the prior release, Mystery Walk, but once again, one of the charms of M + M was that one never quite knew what to expect from them. The album is full of interesting sounds, and wonderful songs. Mark Gane demonstrates his singing ability on the beautiful "Stuck On the Grid," and Martha Johnson continues to use her voice to full extent on "Song In My Head," the somber "I Watch, I Wait," and the somewhat angry "Don't Jump the Gun." The production is somewhat loud for M + M, and the sounds are not nearly as layered as previous releases. However, strap on headphones, and one is treated to some interesting effects and sounds sprinkled throughout. Overall, a pleasant, hard-sounding pop album with dance overtones; there is enough here to keep avid fans interested and win over some new listeners.
© Aaron Badgley /TiVo

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