Music Review
Copyright (c) 1994, Liz Shelton
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SPARE ASS ANNIE AND OTHER TALES  
William S. Burroughs with the Disposable Heros Of Hiphopcracy
Island Records
1993


Forget Fabio crooning prose in that sexy Italian accent over romantic
violins.  Give me William S. Burroughs croaking out his warped tales to
the rhythm of a cool jazz beat.  Uncle Bill spins his yarns as only
Uncle Bill can, highly amusing and terminally hip. 

Not for the faint of heart, and definitely not for those unappreciative
of the ultra bizarre.  This is the kind of CD I'd make if I could.  I
loved it.  Burroughs, the ultimate storyteller combined with the hiphop
jazz accompanyment leaves one laughing to the rhythm of their tapping
toes. For me, 'tis this perfect combination that makes this CD such a
unique experience. 

And I quote, cut number 3: "Uncle Bill is your friend.  Never forget
that."

My rating, on a scale of 1 - 10: 8

