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Meltdown! Artist: Justin Roberts
A cross between James Taylor, Loudon Wainwright and Nick Lowe, Chicagoan Justin Roberts is one of the brightest voices on today's hip kids' music scene. Meltdown! is Justin's fifth and most accomplished effort with a full band treatment. Justin explores kids' feelings about all sorts of topics from chalk drawings to meltdowns. As appealing to adults as it is to children. There's even a reference for the adults with a nod to the New Wave band Modern English and the line I'd stop the world and meltdown with you. Meltdown! continues Justin's amazing string of excellent CDs. Details, details - Artist: Justin Roberts - Ages: 5 and up - Genre: Pop/Rock - Original Release Date: March 21, 2006 - Running Time: 41:23 Click to listen to a free Justin Robert's PodcastTrack Listing1. I Chalk2. My Brother Did It Listen 3. Get Me Some Glasses4. Our Imaginary Rhino5. Meltdown Listen 6. Maybe The Monster7. Sandcastle8. More Than Just A Minute9. Taking Off My Training Wheels10. Cartwheels & Sommersaults11. Koala Bear Diner Listen 12. It's Your Birthday13. Song For You
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Customer Reviews for Meltdown! Artist: Justin Roberts
Review 1 for Meltdown! Artist: Justin Roberts
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Would you recommend? Yes
mamaofboys
Location - California
Number of Kids - 2
Age of youngest child - 0-1
Age of oldest child - 2-4
Age - 30-39
July 22, 2008
Hilarious!
"This is a perfect example of music that parents can enjoy and that the kids get a kick out of also!
bravo -- hope to get more CDs like this.
Particularly MELTDOWN, MY BROTHER DID IT!"
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Review 2 for Meltdown! Artist: Justin Roberts
June 4, 2008
Meltdown! Justin Roberts
"Writing children's music that appeals to both kids and adults is a tricky proposition. Many artists target their songs at the kids and try to include enough interesting musical or lyrical ideas to keep the parents from ripping the CD out of the car's CD player and throwing it onto the road in utter frustration after listening to it for the third time today. It's more difficult to write songs that speak equally (or at least not utterly disproportionately) to both generations. Justin Roberts is one of the best practitioners of that art.
Released in March 2006, Meltdown! is Justin Roberts' fifth album for kids. Roberts has been compared to James Taylor, a comparison earned mostly because their voices are similar. But Roberts' musical strengths are his up-tempo rockers, not wistful ballads, and this album shows off his guitar-based pop-rock to fine effect.
Roberts has honed his pop hooks to a fine point. "Our Imaginary Rhino," the lead single, pulls out every stop to create a great power-pop song -- an irresistible pop hook, "c'mon, c'mon, c'mons," and "na-na-nas" It's such a great tune that I'm willing to overlook the lyric "Cause it's more than super fino / When you're imaginary rhinos." (Hey, there are only so many words that rhyme with "rhino," and I think I speak for everyone reading when I say that "wino" would not be an appropriate word for a children's music album.) The song has been in my brain for more than a month now and shows no signs of leaving.
My other favorite song on the album is "Cartwheels and Somersaults," another up-tempo song about an older brother's happiness upon the arrival of a younger sibling. While it's written from the perspective of the older sibling (the narrator and subject of many of Roberts' songs are the kids themselves), the chorus is totally relatable to the parents -- "And it's all your fault / yeah it's all your fault / It's you we love / (Mama can I hold her) / You we love / (Let's put her on your shoulder)." The giddiness of the music (with a vaguely "Lust For Life" bass line) matches the giddiness another family member can create in that family's life. And let's face it, we don't get to hear songs that talk about that part of our lives too often, but Roberts has figured out how to do it here.
The rest of the album is pretty good, too. The gratuitous Modern English references in the title track, the '80s synthesizers in "Maybe the Monster," the sneaky older brother blaming all the accidents on his siblings, they're enough to keep the parents listening while the kids bop their heads. I've never been as big a fan of Roberts' slower songs -- personal taste here -- but the closing track, "Song For You," is a nice ballad that could be sung to your child or your spouse. It's a song that James Taylor would be proud to record.
While younger siblings may bop their heads along to the bouncier songs, Meltdown! is best for kids aged 5 to 10. Meltdown! is Justin Roberts' best album yet. Highly recommended."
Released in March 2006, Meltdown! is Justin Roberts' fifth album for kids. Roberts has been compared to James Taylor, a comparison earned mostly because their voices are similar. But Roberts' musical strengths are his up-tempo rockers, not wistful ballads, and this album shows off his guitar-based pop-rock to fine effect.
Roberts has honed his pop hooks to a fine point. "Our Imaginary Rhino," the lead single, pulls out every stop to create a great power-pop song -- an irresistible pop hook, "c'mon, c'mon, c'mons," and "na-na-nas" It's such a great tune that I'm willing to overlook the lyric "Cause it's more than super fino / When you're imaginary rhinos." (Hey, there are only so many words that rhyme with "rhino," and I think I speak for everyone reading when I say that "wino" would not be an appropriate word for a children's music album.) The song has been in my brain for more than a month now and shows no signs of leaving.
My other favorite song on the album is "Cartwheels and Somersaults," another up-tempo song about an older brother's happiness upon the arrival of a younger sibling. While it's written from the perspective of the older sibling (the narrator and subject of many of Roberts' songs are the kids themselves), the chorus is totally relatable to the parents -- "And it's all your fault / yeah it's all your fault / It's you we love / (Mama can I hold her) / You we love / (Let's put her on your shoulder)." The giddiness of the music (with a vaguely "Lust For Life" bass line) matches the giddiness another family member can create in that family's life. And let's face it, we don't get to hear songs that talk about that part of our lives too often, but Roberts has figured out how to do it here.
The rest of the album is pretty good, too. The gratuitous Modern English references in the title track, the '80s synthesizers in "Maybe the Monster," the sneaky older brother blaming all the accidents on his siblings, they're enough to keep the parents listening while the kids bop their heads. I've never been as big a fan of Roberts' slower songs -- personal taste here -- but the closing track, "Song For You," is a nice ballad that could be sung to your child or your spouse. It's a song that James Taylor would be proud to record.
While younger siblings may bop their heads along to the bouncier songs, Meltdown! is best for kids aged 5 to 10. Meltdown! is Justin Roberts' best album yet. Highly recommended."
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Review 3 for Meltdown! Artist: Justin Roberts
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AliKitty
Location - Texas
Number of Kids - 3
Age of youngest child - 0-1
Age of oldest child - 2-4
Age - 30-39
May 6, 2008
Fun music that I dont get sick of
"I love it! The whole family enjoys it! I haven't been dissapointed by any of our JR CDs but this one might be my favorite 0 it is tough to decide though.. Great purchase!"
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Review 4 for Meltdown! Artist: Justin Roberts
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LIssie
May 6, 2008
Fab!...whether you are having a meltdown or not
"This Justin Roberts cd, like most of his others, has turned my rather average family of 5 into a walking musical...without warning we break into song. I recommend this cd to anyone who, welll, um, basically, to anyone."
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Review 5 for Meltdown! Artist: Justin Roberts
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LaurenGS
Location - California
Number of Kids - 2
Age of youngest child - 2-4
Age of oldest child - 5-7
Age - 30-39
May 6, 2008
Great for kids and adults
"My kids (age 3 and 6) and I all love this album. Just be prepared for the catchy songs to get stuck in your head!"
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Review 6 for Meltdown! Artist: Justin Roberts
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Giftgiver
Location - Grand Haven, Michigan
Number of Kids - 2
Age of youngest child - 2-4
Age of oldest child - 2-4
Age - 30-39
April 30, 2008
Excellent New Baby Gift
"There is something about Justin Roberts that soothes a crying infant, brings a smile to tired parents, and energizes a young family. This CD has lyrics that relate to real experiences and music that adults don't mind hearing over and over again. It's agreat, affordable gift that new moms will appreciate."
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Review 7 for Meltdown! Artist: Justin Roberts
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hartleystudio
Location - Illinois
Number of Kids - 2
Age of youngest child - 0-1
Age of oldest child - 5-7
Age - 40-49
April 12, 2008
The BEST kid music!!
"We actually bought this as a gift for some friends who just had their first baby but we own this CD and it's my Son's favorite. The songs are hilarious and the tunes are catchy, you will find yourself singing them in the shower!! Justin Roberts is even more fun in concert so if you get a chance, by all means, bring the whole family!!! You won't be disappointed with this CD, it speaks to parents and kids alike!!!"
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Review 8 for Meltdown! Artist: Justin Roberts
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WestSeattleMom
Location - Seattle
Number of Kids - 3
Age of youngest child - 0-1
Age of oldest child - 2-4
Age - 30-39
April 10, 2008
Such a fun CD!
"I love this CD and Justin Roberts. He is one of my favorite kid's musicians. This CD is energetic and positive and fun to sing along with. My kids love it as well. And it does not get "old" to me. The songs are silly and make the kids laugh."
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Review 9 for Meltdown! Artist: Justin Roberts
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mira136
Location - Seattle
Number of Kids - 3
Age of youngest child - 2-4
Age of oldest child - 8+
Age - 30-39
April 10, 2008
Sooooo funny!
"Ok.....I have to say I wasn't sure about this cd at first. My mom bought it on one of our trips to the store. It is now by far my FAVORITE children's cd. I have purchased 2 other J.R. cds hoping that they would be as great, but this one is the very best. It is all that my children will listen to in the car! SO FUNNY!!!"
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Review 10 for Meltdown! Artist: Justin Roberts
April 10, 2008
Catchy and Fun
"I even find myself singing along to this album. It is very happy and very fun and a good album to dance to. Some people may think his voice a bit offputting (They Might Be Giants like) but the music and the lyrics make up for anything. My children, ages 4 and 18 months, both sing along and dance to this album and that is a winning review in itself."
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Review 11 for Meltdown! Artist: Justin Roberts
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AllisonC
Location - Boston
Number of Kids - 2
Age of youngest child - 0-1
Age of oldest child - 2-4
Age - 30-39
April 10, 2008
Great Music for Kids and Parents
"This is music that you can listen to again and again. Everyone in our family from kids to grandparents can agree on listening to Justin Roberts. Our personal favorites are Imaginary Rhino and My Brother Did It."
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HoustonMom
Location - Houston, TX
Number of Kids - 1
Age of youngest child - 0-1
Age - 30-39
April 10, 2008
Great for kids ... and adults!
"It's hard to find kids' music that doesn't make you want to veer into oncoming traffic, but this CD really had me tapping my foot and my toddler loved it too. He sings all the songs from a kid's perspective and the music style ranges from "Greenday-esque" with "Meltdown" to folk to Island-inspired. Good variety of song speed and styles, keeps everyone interested."
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