another gift for a grandson from his amazon list so i know he wanted it

the weakerthans are awesome. they have lyrics that actually make you think. imagery, metaphor, allegory all the elements of an epic poem. few artists around now can capture what they've managed to.

The Weakerthans are more than just musicians, they are poets. Their lyrics are so wonderful, they make you think on so many levels. I have all three cd's produced by them, and I can't get enough of them. Their cd's are the type that no matter how many times you listen to them, you can never get sick of because you find something new every time you listen. Their words are pure magic, and will allow you to forget about anything on your mind. Truly their lyrics are so simple, yet so complex, but above all beautiful. So sit back, and relax, and poetry will soon be presented.

actually none of the weakerthans "own" g-7 welcoming comm. recs. in fact, none of them are collective members either. they're just signed to the label. 2 members of propagandhi are collective members and a few others.

...Fallow is a catchy, soft rock album by The Weakerthans. A positive-poetry three piece. It was recorded in Winnipeg, Canada and was released in 1997...

This rock album contains 12 songs of positive poetry, political in a way. This is an instant classic that hooks you in. It is aimed for teenagers because they are at that time in their life where they are still deciding on who they are and what life is and this album can be an insight to that. It also can suit most tastes because it is easy listening. The lyrical poetry that just flows from the singer's mouth and makes you think about what he is saying. It is classed as emo, soft rock that is very easy listening with great musicians playing the guitars, drums and singing.

The Weakerthans are made up of three young men in their early twenties They are an independent band who own and distribute their own label named The G7 Welcoming Committee. They believe they are "collectively-owned-and-operated". They have taken the bass player from the punk band Propagandhi and putting him as lead singer of this band you would expect to hear some sort of punk when in reality it is a great mellow rock album. The lyrics are very thought provoking, for example, "Cynicism falls asleep. Tyranny talks to itself. Sappy slogans all come true. We forget to feed our fear." If you like rock that leaves you smiling and wondering, then choose wisely; choose Fallow by The Weakerthans.