New York Dolls Album: “'Cause I Sez So”

This release by the New York Dolls is a little mellower than than their previous outing but it works in a good way. While this record doesn't always follow the typical Dolls formula you hardly notice because the songs are so good and the raw production by Todd Rundgren is stellar. They don't make 'em like the Dolls anymore so enjoy them while they are still around.

The Dolls just keep getting better and better. I loved the first reunion cd and this one is even better. Fantastic lyrics with every musical style you can imagine. It keeps getting better with every listen. Be sure to see them live if you can and you will be blown away. Long live the Dolls!

In the past I could never get into the New York Dolls. They were just too amatureish sounding for my taste. This new album is a perfect mix of sloppy mixed with technique. Crunchy guitars and bloozy vocals, but the drummer actually can play on this disc. That makes quite a difference to me.

The songs run the gamut from rock to blues to ballads, even a calypso version of one of their earlier songs! All done with sass and attitude, especially from lead singer David Johannson.

All in all, a very enjoyable slice of rock and roll!

I have always loved the Dolls since day 1; what they did to piss off rednecks in AZ and inspire many of the local bands will never be forgotten. Yeah half the band is deceased, but the spirit lives on. The other reviews go into the songs more; I want to give insight to the feeling. I had a party (hot dogs, lotto booze) the other day and about 10 folks showed up. We played everything from Foghat, Kiss, and Brian James on...then I put on the new Dolls. Soon I noticed everyone's foot starting to tap, then some were singing along. Finally, one gent blurted out "Who Is This". I told the group and only 1/2 knew who they were; the other half is now enlightened and I am burning massive copies for each. A great, great album w/no filler. Get it!

"Come fly with me, what are you waiting for", Todd Rundgren is back at the helm producing the Dolls again. Excellent results. What A great Rock album. Favorite cuts: This Is Rediculous,Better Than You,My World,Coz I Sez So.Lonely So Long. Watch for David's extra-special playing of the mouth/organ. He could suck the chrome off a bummer hitch. I have a fantasty involving him, Carly Simon,Mick Jaggers and Steve Tyler,somebody stop me.More than one needs to know.