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"Uppers" also contains Fisher's "L-O-V-E made popular in Chrysler's PT Cruiser commercials.

The album entitled "Uppers" does not pretend that life is all puppies and roses. Instead, the songs remind us that love and happiness can come in many forms. "Different Kind of Wonderful" kicks off the album with an upbeat punch, happily reminding me of singer Jessica Riddle. From the all-too-true "Oblivious" (Mr. Oblivious / Love can so easily be found / Just turn around) to the perky "Don't Wanna Love You" (I don't wanna love you / No, I don't wanna love you / 'Cause if I go on and love you / And you go / What then?) the full music surrounds you and makes you tap your toes. "Dirty Girl" has an undeniably catchy melody coupled with dark lyrics. The cover of Aerosmith's "Dream On" is its own piece, not attempting to compete with the original but instead Fisher's own take on the powerful anthem. Television watchers will recognize this version of "L-O-V-E" from the Chrysler car commercial. Most powerful of all is "Closer," a heartwrenching track that builds and builds as it progresses, the type of tune that surround sound was created for.

"Uppers" gives you something to wake up to; "Downers" gives you something to sleep to. This second album is not depressing, but rather raw pain played out for all to see. "Downers" offers piano accompanyment where the other CD had electric guitars. We meet a wide cast of characters - the seductive "Miss Ophelia," Karl, who is "Missing," the hesitant "Rianna," the thoughtful "Miss Kathleen," and others. It also has a great deal of yearning, but without being overdramatic and sappy, on songs like "Believe in Something" (If I could just believe in something / If I could just believe in anything at all / If I could just believe in anyone / I'd be happy). "Rianna" is a beautiful waltz; the word striking comes to mind.

Prepare yourself for a different kind of storytelling. Expect melodies that will stick in your head and lyrics that will haunt you. I highly recommend both of these albums. I applaud Fisher for creating and sharing 23 new tracks with the world in this day and age when CDs seem to be getting shorter and more commercial. "Uppers + Downers" is an amazing double disc release that I cannot recommend highly enough.


Future Release   October 28, 2004
 8 out of 11 found this review helpful

This is actually a review of a song that I know only a brief piece of, that is, "Beautiful Life" the song in a Toyota T.V. commerical - the one where a tire rolls through all the scenes. The lyrics are "It's a beautiful day, it's a beautiful world, it's a beautiful time to be here." I searched the internet to find what this song was and the enthusiasm is HUGE. I hope this song in it's entirety ends up on a future album - please Kathy Fisher. What a great voice and I LOVE this song.


Fisher at their finest!   September 23, 2002
 7 out of 7 found this review helpful

If a great voice, lyrics and music automatically made one popular, Fisher would be at the top of the charts; such is not always the case, unfortunately. With True North, I was a worm on a Fish(er) hook and now more so with the release of Uppers and Downers. At first play the Uppers CD grabs you with great pop sensibility, introspective words and that voice that just doesn't let go. I couldn't pull the disk from my player after just one spin, it was that good, but I just had to hear the second CD; the Downers. How anyone could have called such heartfelt beautiful music "Downers" boggles my mind. Sure lost love can put a damper on one's mood but the enlightenment that can come from reflection can never be depressing.
I couldn't have asked for more with this release, it's the best Fisher has ever offered and lots more.


Uppers & Downers   October 19, 2002
 5 out of 5 found this review helpful

These albums have been the best purchase I have made all year.The lyrics,melodies and production are fantastic.These artist really love what they do and it shows.


Amazing Album!   March 5, 2003
 5 out of 6 found this review helpful

I have been a Fisher fan for almost 2 years now and didn't think that UPPERS & DOWNERS could compare to TRUE NORTH but I WAS WRONG!
The first CD, UPPERS, is incredible! With tracks like NOTHING IS REAL, DIRTY GIRL and a great cover of Aerosmith's DREAM ON, you can put this cd is and just let it repeat! and repeat! and repeat!
The second CD, DOWNERS is a wonderful mix of smooth songs that are perfect for a night in front of the fire with that special someone!
Kathy Fisher has an AMAZING voice! The best way that I can describe it is VELVET! It is smooth and sultry and can make you melt!
Fisher has come through again!...