Pyro

This is a really good job of perry farrel and co., maybe not as better as Good God's Urge, with an interesting mix between explosive and quiet songs, in my opinion the bestone is "pets".
If you like perry farrel's voice you should buy this cd.

An album worth owning for the handful of songs that don't sound like old Chili Pepper throwaways. Porno for Pyros works best when the group chases a melodic simplicity to a fruitful end, but feels strained at times when the heavy rock-riffing flails about. For the half that does succeed Perry Farrel and company create some memorable early 90's alternative pop, elitist Jane's Addiction fans be damned.

This band/record is so nice it's ridiculous to compare it to Jane's Addiction and just ignorant to slam it for not sounding like JA. Jane's Addiction is one great thing-this is another. Totally different atmosphere and sound. The members(Vocalist/Percussion)from JA sound better than ever with added dynamics/nuances but it's Dave Navarro's "replacement"(ha-ha)Peter DiStefano that turns in one of the most jaw dropping guitar performances put to record. Very psychodelic with tons of feeling. I wouldn't call PFP's songwriting on this album more mellow or laid back than JA like others do(don't forget all the JA softies). It's def slower on the whole but no less intense...just in a murkier more hypnotic way. The more I hear this record the more I remember the massive quality.

I only give 4 stars because only the first three Jane's Addiction albums deserves five stars (being of "classic" status). I assume that this would have been the fourth Jane's album if they did not make the mistake of breaking up. This is a great album and should be in every Jane's Addiction fan's collection. The music is really that good and, like Jane's Addiction, that original. Listen to the excerpts and judge for yourself. I doubt you will be sorry. Unfortunatly the following Porno For Pyros album lacked the luster that the debut had.

PFP may be better than Jane's Addiction. From Sadness to Orgasm this is very entertaining. So the songwriting sucks, Perry Farrell makes it sound good. Highly recommended for anyone who can think. Also, Perry Farrell happened to be guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live tonight and he performed Pets With Peter DiStefano for the closing I stayed up just to watch it.

Enjoyable enough slice of mid 90's alterna-pop from the ex-Janes frontman is a marked turn from a louder, more aggressive debut, with some of the instrumentation benefiting from a more spiritual-centric approach, but ultimately most songs are only fulfilling in that half-satisfying way. Perhaps it is Farrell's last relevant release.

First things first. With Porno For Pyros, Perry Farrell was NOT trying to recreate Jane's Addiction. That being said, this is a wonderful album that is way underappreciated. Porno is best know for the quirky song "Pets" off their debut, a solid album in itself, but this album is definetly their masterwork.

The album begins with "Porpoise Head", a trippy, lazy song that makes the listener melt into the chair. "100 Ways" is a brilliant song. Also very laid back as is much of the album. It definetly doesn't pack the Jane's punch, but that is NOT a bad thing. "Tahitian Moon" has one of the catchiest bass lines ever, and is another great tune.

I won't spoil the album by going through it song by song, all you need to know is that this is the perfect album to kick back after a long day and drift off into happiness. It also happens to be a great album to get down with your significant other. Definetly puts you in the mood to get it on.

Perry Farrell is without doubt the Bowie of my generation. Each new recording moving into a different direction.
Don't expect a replica of the first Porno's CD. This album definately takes time to grow on you, but it is worth it.
In a era of throw away fabricated pop, Perry remains an artist true to himself.

For any music lovers out there who are late learning about the wonder that is Jane's Addiciton and subsequently Porno For Pyros, avoid this album. All the positive reviews are very misleading in my opinion. Anyone who likes the band will of course be curious to hear this album. I don't discourage you. I just want to save you the frustration and disappointment that I experienced with this. I LOVED Jane's in the heyday, and still do, and the first PFP album is killer. This last gasp for PFP was created over a period of a few years while the strung out band members escaped for surfing trips to try to get clean. They didn't have much focus or drive on this one. I have had this cd for years and really WANTED to like it. It's just boring. Tahitian Moon is ok for a few listens....

This album is brilliant. Yes, it's that simple. Highlights include tracks 5 and 10. They're the more mellow tunes. The rest is also pure brilliance though and shows a diverse range of musical genres and performance levels throughout. I'd also go as far to say that the feel of this album is quite surreal. There's twists and turns and up and downs that will always surprise with each listen. It's like a tripped out roller-coaster ride that you'll rarely tire of.

Lastly, I reckon this album is far more musical than anything I've heard from Farrell's previous projects (e.g. compared to earlier tracks from Jane's Addiction). Thus, a person who appreciates more instrumental pieces, the usual chilling and sweet vocals from Perry, and experimental beats won't be disappointed with this album. Just forget about expecting coarse rock guitar and drums though. And yes that's a good thing. Turn it up!

This is an AWESOME mix of Perrys work. Some of his best solo stuff, plus highlights from Jane's & Pyros. With a few covers from Led Zeppelin, Lou Reed, & the Grateful Dead. Definitely a treat.

I couldn't even tell you how old this album is. How long have Jane's been broken up? This release has all the classic Addiction, from every album, pre-Ritual, and stand outs from Porno for Pyros. It also contains rarities from the two, including an original take on Led Zep and the Dead. I love Jane's Addiction, I think that perhaps it is ignorant on Perry's part to release this album without the Jane's or Porno name on it. It's arrogant, but that is who he is. They make uplifting and "hard charging" music together. I will always miss them as a band. This is a great testament to them, but also an indication of how egos can sometimes overcome brilliance.

I really don't have anything new to add here. I agree with most of the reviewers here. Well, except for Daniel.

I actually want to ask a question and I'm hoping someone here knows. Where does the song "Tonight" come from? Is there another album I can find it on? If so, is it any good?

I'm sorry, but I thought this album was forgettable crap. It is guitar noises and screaming. If you're looking for anything melodic, Rev is not the place to find it. I fancy myself a fan of many types of music, and I am not very picky about what I listen to, but when I sat down and heard this album all the way through, I couldn't find one song I liked. Waste of my time.

i'm surprised nobody else mentions the fabulous cover of the beautiful song from west side story! i've loved that song since i bought the "pets" single on tape on which it was the b side... unfortunately tapes wear out and i was without this wonderful song for a couple years. and then this collection came out... it is vital for any perry farrell fan to have and i've been a farrellian for years now!
in response to mick selnt's advice to buy "strays" and if it grows on you buy "ritual" - NO FRICKIN' WAY! i don't know how long that guy's been listening to either porno for pyros or janes... but buying "strays" is absolutely NOT the first step! either "ritual" or "nothing's shocking" will do... if you like those buy the triple xxx record and "kettle whistle" and the porno for pyros albums... and last but not least buy "strays", although it'll prove mediocre to the rest of the collection.
no offense, seriously mick... i'm sure you're a nice guy and i don't mean to be condascending... i'm real sorry to be so harsh: [...]

To provide an honest review of "Sadness," I must first confess that I thought the corresponding LP was Perry Farrell's strongest and one of the decade's best rock albums. Along these lines, "Sadness" is a satisfying maxi-single. You already have the title track on the main album, so there are no surprises there. 'A Little Sadness' is probably the most rewarding track. It is an acoustic version of 'Sadness.' The remaining three tracks are live. 'Cook the Rice' is a quality acoustic song. While 'Pets' isn't as interesting as the version played at Woodstock '94, it is well performed. 'Pete's Dad' may not only be the most unusual song on the disc but the most unexpected tune by P*rno for Pyros. It is a self described Christmas song with themes of multiculturalism and miraculous healing. As with much of the maxi-single, it has a softer tone that foreshadows "Good God's Urge" and notes a departure from the band's hard rockin' 1993 debut. At the time of review, there were many reasonably priced copies (under $5) for sale through Amazon's marketplace sellers. Given the quality of music and the availability of affordable copies, "Sadness" is essential for the P*rno for Pyros completist.

Tovey was a one man band as fad gadget making quirky electronic music in the early 80s, occasionally making it onto MTV. In the late 80s/90s he made traditional music, real traditional. Like with aboriginal and country/acoustic instruments. The songs on here are excellent, with sharp songwriting. His writing got better after his earlier work. I heard this as a college DJ when it came out. He died about 2-3 years ago, remembered for electronica contributions more than this, a better period of work.

This is a really good job of perry farrel and co., maybe not as better as Good God's Urge, with an interesting mix between explosive and quiet songs, in my opinion the bestone is "pets".
If you like perry farrel's voice you should buy this cd.

An album worth owning for the handful of songs that don't sound like old Chili Pepper throwaways. Porno for Pyros works best when the group chases a melodic simplicity to a fruitful end, but feels strained at times when the heavy rock-riffing flails about. For the half that does succeed Perry Farrel and company create some memorable early 90's alternative pop, elitist Jane's Addiction fans be damned.

This band/record is so nice it's ridiculous to compare it to Jane's Addiction and just ignorant to slam it for not sounding like JA. Jane's Addiction is one great thing-this is another. Totally different atmosphere and sound. The members(Vocalist/Percussion)from JA sound better than ever with added dynamics/nuances but it's Dave Navarro's "replacement"(ha-ha)Peter DiStefano that turns in one of the most jaw dropping guitar performances put to record. Very psychodelic with tons of feeling. I wouldn't call PFP's songwriting on this album more mellow or laid back than JA like others do(don't forget all the JA softies). It's def slower on the whole but no less intense...just in a murkier more hypnotic way. The more I hear this record the more I remember the massive quality.

I only give 4 stars because only the first three Jane's Addiction albums deserves five stars (being of "classic" status). I assume that this would have been the fourth Jane's album if they did not make the mistake of breaking up. This is a great album and should be in every Jane's Addiction fan's collection. The music is really that good and, like Jane's Addiction, that original. Listen to the excerpts and judge for yourself. I doubt you will be sorry. Unfortunatly the following Porno For Pyros album lacked the luster that the debut had.

PFP may be better than Jane's Addiction. From Sadness to Orgasm this is very entertaining. So the songwriting sucks, Perry Farrell makes it sound good. Highly recommended for anyone who can think. Also, Perry Farrell happened to be guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live tonight and he performed Pets With Peter DiStefano for the closing I stayed up just to watch it.

Enjoyable enough slice of mid 90's alterna-pop from the ex-Janes frontman is a marked turn from a louder, more aggressive debut, with some of the instrumentation benefiting from a more spiritual-centric approach, but ultimately most songs are only fulfilling in that half-satisfying way. Perhaps it is Farrell's last relevant release.

First things first. With Porno For Pyros, Perry Farrell was NOT trying to recreate Jane's Addiction. That being said, this is a wonderful album that is way underappreciated. Porno is best know for the quirky song "Pets" off their debut, a solid album in itself, but this album is definetly their masterwork.

The album begins with "Porpoise Head", a trippy, lazy song that makes the listener melt into the chair. "100 Ways" is a brilliant song. Also very laid back as is much of the album. It definetly doesn't pack the Jane's punch, but that is NOT a bad thing. "Tahitian Moon" has one of the catchiest bass lines ever, and is another great tune.

I won't spoil the album by going through it song by song, all you need to know is that this is the perfect album to kick back after a long day and drift off into happiness. It also happens to be a great album to get down with your significant other. Definetly puts you in the mood to get it on.

Perry Farrell is without doubt the Bowie of my generation. Each new recording moving into a different direction.
Don't expect a replica of the first Porno's CD. This album definately takes time to grow on you, but it is worth it.
In a era of throw away fabricated pop, Perry remains an artist true to himself.

For any music lovers out there who are late learning about the wonder that is Jane's Addiciton and subsequently Porno For Pyros, avoid this album. All the positive reviews are very misleading in my opinion. Anyone who likes the band will of course be curious to hear this album. I don't discourage you. I just want to save you the frustration and disappointment that I experienced with this. I LOVED Jane's in the heyday, and still do, and the first PFP album is killer. This last gasp for PFP was created over a period of a few years while the strung out band members escaped for surfing trips to try to get clean. They didn't have much focus or drive on this one. I have had this cd for years and really WANTED to like it. It's just boring. Tahitian Moon is ok for a few listens....

This album is brilliant. Yes, it's that simple. Highlights include tracks 5 and 10. They're the more mellow tunes. The rest is also pure brilliance though and shows a diverse range of musical genres and performance levels throughout. I'd also go as far to say that the feel of this album is quite surreal. There's twists and turns and up and downs that will always surprise with each listen. It's like a tripped out roller-coaster ride that you'll rarely tire of.

Lastly, I reckon this album is far more musical than anything I've heard from Farrell's previous projects (e.g. compared to earlier tracks from Jane's Addiction). Thus, a person who appreciates more instrumental pieces, the usual chilling and sweet vocals from Perry, and experimental beats won't be disappointed with this album. Just forget about expecting coarse rock guitar and drums though. And yes that's a good thing. Turn it up!