| Happiness Is Not a Fish That You Can Catch | 
 enlarge | Artist: Our Lady Peace
Label: Sony
Category: Music
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Avg. Customer Rating:  195 reviews
Sales Rank: 35350
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
MPN: 63707
UPC: 074646370728
EAN: 0074646370728
ASIN: B00001R3HM
Release Date: September 28, 1999
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| Tracks:
| • | One Man Army - Our Lady Peace, Lanni, Arnold David | | • | Happiness & the Fish | | • | Potato Girl | | • | Blister | | • | Is Anybody Home? - Our Lady Peace, Lanni, Arnold David | | • | Waited | | • | Thief | | • | Lying Awake | | • | Annie | | • | Consequence of Laughing | | • | Stealing Babies |
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 If you want a pleasant surprise, then buy this CD. January 5, 2000
18 out of 18 found this review helpful
Before I write this, I will have to admit I was pretty much a casual Our Lady Peace fan. I was familiar with them through their past material that had made it to the radio (Starseed, Superman's Dead, Clumsy), and even though I did like what I heard there, I did not rush out to buy their CD's. Later on, though, I did end up buying the Clumsy album, mainly for the two tracks mentioned above. I really did not like too many other songs on that album. They sounded just a little bit too quirky for my taste. I just could not quite stomach Raine Maida's voice, yet the musicianship was very solid, especially the drummer (Jeremy Taggart).So I approached the new release, Happiness... with quite a bit of reservation. Even though I liked some things about the band, I just could not really get excited about them. But my ever-curious inner self decided to tell me to buy this album. And I am glad I listened, because I can say this is the album that transformed me from merely a casual fan to a fan that now loves everything about this band. I really cannot say why I have suddenly been transformed. Maybe it's because when I listened to all of these songs, I found that every single facet of the group meshed perfectly with each track I heard. I found new appreciation for Raine Maida as a vocalist. His voice really strikes the right emotion for each particular song, and his performance on "Blister" really stands out, equal parts loneliness and comtemplation strike quite an interesting chord (no pun intended). The songs have a harder edge here than on Clumsy, and the band seems to have become much tighter. And while I have always liked Jeremy Taggart's drumming (I think he's one of the very best new drummers to come around in years), his performances on these tracks are nothing short of astounding. The patterns he comes up with are extremely clever and unique, and really drive the band. Even though I sense a huge Elvin Jones influence in his style, he does not overplay like many jazz drummers tend to do. His parts, while jazz-like in composition, do not get in the way of the other musicians, but embellishes their parts instead. Which makes the moments when he can show off, his fills, that much better for us, the listeners. To all of my fellow drummers out there who haven't heard Jeremy Taggart (or the rest of OLP for that matter): YOU MUST CHECK OUT THIS BAND! Standout tracks: All of them. But to name several, they would be: "One Man Army", "Happiness & The Fish", "Potato Girl", "Blister", "Thief", and "Lying Awake". If you are like me, someone who has heard OLP music only casually in the past, then check this CD out. It may be a pleasant surprise for you that will turn you into a real fan, as it has for me.
Third try's a charm October 19, 2004
11 out of 12 found this review helpful
Naveed was an amazing album, but it was a group getting used to eachother, and ultimately unsuccesful together, as a member left and a new one joined.
Clumsy introduced a new band member, new synergy, and a chance to find their common ground musically. Again, a great album, but not their best.
Now we have Happiness. This is the band at it's best, I say. The lyrics are catchy, enticing, intelligent, and intimate. The music is equally as engaging and beautiful, giving their typically dark music a lighter and more hopeful sound. I have yet to find any issues with this album, and everytime I listen to it I discover it all over again. It is one of my top 10 favorite albums ever. Our Lady Peace is my favorite group, and this is definitely their best offering.
Here are some songs to listen for: Potato Girl, Waited, Blister, Is Anybody Home?, Thief, Lying Awake, Annie.
All are amazing songs, and Raine Maida's ability to control his vocals and falsetto only help to magnify that truly magnificent sound. The melodies are wonderful...listen for yourself. I just can't say enough.
 The title says it all... February 17, 2000
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
Happiness...is not a fish you can catch is a great title because it is true. I bought this CD during a rough time in my life when everyone was telling me to "be happy." Listening to this CD took my mind off of everything and I recommened all OLP fans purchase it. I first heard "One Man Army" on the radio and wasn't impressed. I have "Clumsy," and was excited to hear that OLP had a new CD out, but didn't rush out to buy "Happiness..." because of "One Man Army." I heard their next single, "Is Anybody Home" and fell in love. I was still a little leary, so I went to amazon and checked out the reviews and listened to the soundclips. After doing both I was convinced and I bought the CD. I am not disappointed. I like "Happiness..." more than "Clumsy", the songs are amazing. I definitely recommend "Blister", "Potato Girl", "Is Anybody Home?", "Thief", and "Lying Awake." This CD is amazing and you will NOT be disappointed. If I had to recommend another artist(s)/bands similar to OLP, I couldn't, because Our Lady Peace has their wonderful, unique sound that no one can recreate.
Great Album February 6, 2000
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Ever since I heard that OLP was releasing a new cd I couldn't wait to get my hands on it. Falling in love with Clumsy, and Naveed, I knew this album wouldn't dissapoint. I still remember hearing 'One Man Army' on the local radio station the for the first time, it wouldn't leave my head. Now with the new release of 'Is Anybody Home' I'm addicted to this cd as I am with Clumsy. Raine's voice is amazing, some criticize that it sounds a little like Billy Corgan's, but it works in a soild way. It's a step away from the normalcy of music today. The last song 'Stealing Babies' is probably my favorite, I love the guitar riff, and the beat, the song just fades away, which is awesome. I can't say enough about this cd, and this band. Canada's best, along with Tragically Hip, and a little known great band named Finger Eleven. By the way, the Finger Eleven song on the Scream 3 soundtrack does them no justice, their cd 'Tip' is great, and one you should check out if you find any of the OLP albums a great listen.
thought provoking November 22, 1999
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Before a few weeks ago, I had not even heard of this band, but then I decided to give a whirl at the amazon music recomendations option. Reading the reviews and listening to clips of a few tracks, I went out and bought this CD. I was not dissapointed. This album walks a fine line between tearful depression and thought provoking inspiration. There is not a single track that I skip over in the entire album, which is not a claim I can make with very many titles from other bands. Do yourself a favor and give this album a shot.
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