by Catherine L. Tully

Artist: Bedlam Bards
Album: "On the Drift (Music inspired by Firefly and Serenity)"
Year produced: 2006

If you have to ask what Firefly and Serenity are, you might not be in the inner circle of fans (referred to as Browncoats), but it doesn't mean that you can't enjoy this CD. Firefly was a Sci-Fi television show that garnered quite a following of viewers in its short run, even inspiring a movie, Serenity. The band members (Bedlam Bards) were less than pleased that it was canceled, and decided to do a CD lamenting the loss of their beloved show.

Never having seen the show myself, I wasn't sure if I would even like this CD, but the musicianship is expert, and although I am sure being a fan of Firefly would give the songs more meaning, they were still a really good listen. If anything, it makes me want to at least check out an episode . . . see for yourself, here is a lyric sample:

Now, here is what separates Firefly
From other shows you're likely to see:
It's meaningful and witty, and the setting's really gritty,
And the theme song's about Serenity.
Its a little like a western, (hyah!)
And a little like X-Files,
Its better than Trek, and it's funnier than Shrek,
And it beats out Andromeda by miles!

The CD has a fun parody of the theme song, some terrific instrumental tracks (including a darn good jig), as well as many clever songs reflecting on the show. Fans of Firefly who have not heard this simply must. And those who have not? Since I am one who is not yet a Browncoat, I can tell you to check it out anyway, its fun!

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Catherine L. Tully is a freelance writer and photographer specializing in the arts. She has written for Dance Teacher Magazine, Classical Singer and Dance Spirit among others, and reviews music for Celtic MP3s Music Magazine. You can reach her at www.freelance-zone.com.

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