Travis - The Man Who (CD 2004)

luved it....well done.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Strange title for this Album.... but Travis are one of the greatest overlooked bands of any time. This four piece band hail from Glasgow and really are only known for their one song 'Why does it always rain on me', which is a crying shame as this band are first class and seriously don't deserve to be overlooked.

This Album 'The man who' has the 'Why does it always rain on me' track plus 9 other excellent tracks. Described as Brit Pop or Indie again is not necessary. They are just a first rate, outstanding four piece band who deserve better recognition. I really don't know why this band isn't an 'household name' at least as big as Oasis.

Lets get down to the Album... first track 'Writing to reach you' is probably 'A' typical of Travis. Great lyrics, great sound, and vocally excellent. 'The fear' is second track here and vocally excellent. Next up is 'As you are' vocally and sound wise is a cross between Oasis, Radiohead and Coldplay... but again such a great track. Some might say slightly depressing at the start but listen to the lead guitar playing on this one.

Tracks continue with 'Driftwood', The last Laugh of the Laughter', 'Turn', Why does it always rain on me' , 'Luv', 'She's so strange' and finally 'Slide show'. 'Driftwood' is much more up tempo whereas 'Why does it always rain on me' is commercially "catchy", however for me 'Slide show' (even with the car door slamming and ignition key turning) is my personal favourite.

If you don't know Travis or have heard 'Why does it always rain on me' and liked it then it is time you listened to more of this band. Another of their albums is called 'The invisible band' (my favourite album of theirs) and the title is so apt for this band. They are almost invisible and certainly haven't had the recognition they deserve.

TRAVIS is a great band and your music collection is lacking without them.... that is how much I believe in this band.
Buy 'The invisible band', 'The man who' or 'Good feeling' or all of their albums now.

excellent value the item was as described ***cheap postage*** spot on would defiantly deal again probably will

Great album from start to finish. Great if you just want to do some small tasks and play something simple and uncomplicated in the background. I highly recommend this album, this is one of those albums you forget about but once you hear it you will play it loads.

Travis are a band which you can listen to again and again and again, i have een listening to "the man who" since 1999!!! and i still love it!!

Sheer Brilliance out of all the travis albums this was by far the best i love it every track is great.

Travis are a truely talented band, this is a must for any self respecting record collection. With some beautiful and meaningful songs this is a perfect chill out CD.