Search - Poi Dog Pondering :: Sweeping Up the Cutting Room Floor

Essential for early PDP fans

Rick B. | Hampshire, IL USA | 12/11/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I don't know how many uninitiated will enjoy this disc, but I found it to be an interesting look at the progression of the band. They've included a lot of early versions of PDP classics. Fans of older PDP releases will enjoy this, as much of this is dates back to the folksy style they had back in the day. People who have been turned on to PDP since Pomegranate may find this too much of departure from their current stylings for their taste."

Reminds Me Why I Love this Band!!

John B. Prentis | 02/10/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Poi has taken their music in a different direction but these 14 cuts are from the "vintage" years that never made in on their albums. These songs remind why I love the "old" Poi SO MUCH (and why I miss their "original" style!) I was dancing to Poi Dog when they were playing really small venues and haven't missed a beat since. This CD is a MUST HAVE for any Poi Dog Pondering fan - you will not be disappointed. The first track "Over the Top" is fabulous (later this song was rewritten and became "God's Gallipoli" on a later cd but this original version is fabulous. "The Original Chain" simply ROCKS! (I love "The Chain" but this is different and EXTREMELY fun to listen to). I listened to this track in my car for the first time and I think my dancing and singing was entertaining for those driving around me! Couldn't help myself!"