Better for the Metaphor
Cantinero
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| Name | Artist | Time | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | My House | Cantinero | 3:23 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 2 | Go Getter | Cantinero | 3:09 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 3 | Safe | Cantinero | 3:20 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 4 | Goodbye Life | Cantinero | 2:25 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 5 | Medicated | Cantinero | 3:31 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 6 | Selfish | Cantinero | 3:40 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 7 | Sometimes | Cantinero | 2:43 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 8 | Lights Went Out | Cantinero | 3:50 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 9 | Thinner | Cantinero | 3:43 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 10 | Long Way Home | Cantinero | 3:48 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 11 | Stay In Bed | Cantinero | 3:12 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| Total: 11 Songs |
Recent Customer Reviews
Better for the Metaphor
by cdwoodThe reviews are right on target. This is one of the best albums I've heard in a long time, and quickly became a favorite. Each track has something you will want to hear over and over again, and each track stands on its own for either the lyrics, melody, or great instumentals. Chris Hicken (Cantinero), a very talented singer-songwriter, has blended humor with critical commentary on our modern times. My favorite tracks right now include Selfish, Go Getter, and My House. His first cd, Championship Boxing is equally addictive. I can hardly wait for a third cd. Cantinero gets my vote for best artist of the year!
Better for the Metaphor
by Larry GaffneyI, too, became an instant fan of Cantinero (Chris Hicken) after hearing "Astronaut" on the radio. Bought Championship Boxing and marveled that EVERY SONG was first rate. Amazingly, Chris has achieved the same feat with Better for the Metaphor.
All the songs are in turn lovely, lyrical, interesting, amusing, memorable, and pleasing in every way. Some of them really rock (Go Getter, Stay in Bed), others are quietly beautiful (Sometimes, Safe). Chris has a way of writing songs that seem wistful, melancholy, yet leave this listener feeling somehow uplifted (probably because of his pleasing voice). The musicianship here is tight & clever, the social & political commentaries dead-on without being preachy. Chris is also a master of the
bridge. BFTM is the work of a brilliant songwriter/singer at the height of his powers. Can't wait for the next album!
Even better than his first album
by TC212Cantinero just keeps getting better and better. On this new album, there is ample evidence of his pushing himself toward constant evolution as an artist.
"My House" could replace "Little Boxes" as the opening song on the TV show "Weeds."
"Go Getter" could be an anthem for his (our) generation.
"Safe" just might be one of the most gorgeous songs of the year.
I could go on, track-by-track, but I'll stop here. Download this album and see for yourself.
Biography
Genre: Alternative
Years Active: '00s
Top Albums and Songs by Cantinero
| Name | Album | Time | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Selfish | Better for the Metaphor | 3:40 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 2 | Go Getter | Better for the Metaphor | 3:09 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 3 | My House | Better for the Metaphor | 3:23 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 4 | Lights Went Out | Better for the Metaphor | 3:50 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
| 5 | Make Me an Offer | Championship Boxing | 4:02 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
