TENACIOUS D - Rize Of The Fenix · DIGIPAK CD

Digisleeve CD.

Background information about 'Rize Of The Fenix'

The third studio album from comedy rock duo Tenacious D marks a triumphant return after their 2006 film "The Pick of Destiny" received mixed reviews. Jack Black and Kyle Gass bounce back with renewed energy on "Rize Of The Fenix", delivering their signature blend of bombastic rock anthems and self-deprecating humor. The title track serves as both a literal and metaphorical phoenix rising, with the band acknowledging their previous stumbles while declaring their unstoppable return to rock greatness. Tracks like "Deth Starr" and "The Ballad Of Hollywood Jack And The Rage Kage" showcase their ability to craft epic narratives within their comedic framework.

What makes this album particularly engaging is how Tenacious D balances their trademark juvenile humor with surprisingly sophisticated musical arrangements. "Classical Teacher" demonstrates their classical music knowledge while "Flutes & Trombones" ventures into unexpected instrumental territory. The album's closing track "39" provides a surprisingly heartfelt moment, showing the duo's range beyond pure comedy. Despite songs like "They Fed Our As" maintaining their irreverent edge, the overall production quality and songwriting maturity represent a clear evolution from their earlier work.

For fans of: Flight of the Conchords, Steel Panther, Weird Al Yankovic and Queen

Track listing

1. Rize Of The Fenix
2. Low Hangin' Fruit
3. Classical Teacher
4. Señorita
5. Deth Star
6. Roadie
7. Flutes & Trombones
8. The Ballad Of Hollywood Jack And The Rage Kage
9. Throw Down
10. Rock Is Dead
11. They Fed Our As
12. To Be The Best
13. 39

Manufacturer: Sony Music Entertainment International Services GmbH, PO BOX 510, 33311 Gütersloh, Germany
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