Ben Folds - SuperSunnySpeedGraphic, the LP

Written by John Poretta
Tuesday, 07 November 2006

Ben Folds' third and latest solo album, “SuperSunnySpeedGraphic, the LP” is a collection of songs taken mostly from his limited edition EPs: “Super”, “Sunny 16”, and “Speed Graphic.” The Lp also includes songs from “The Bens EP,” which was a short CD of songs written and recorded by Ben Lee, Ben Kweller, and of course, Ben Folds. Another distinctive feature of the new album is that it includes three cover songs: The Cure’s “In Between Days” The Darkness’ “Get Your Hands Off My Woman” and a humorous rendition of Dr. Dre’s “B****** Ain’t S***.” Although these songs may seem like a big departure from the regular sound he plays, there is so much Ben Folds influence in the songs that most listeners won’t even realize that they aren’t originals. The twelve-track CD includes everything a Ben Folds fan would expect: clever lyrics, catchy melodies, and his powerful voice. Although I wouldn’t expect to hear any of these songs on mainstream radio, it doesn’t change the fact that “SuperSunnySpeedGraphic” may be one of the best albums this fall season.