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Drastic Fantastic

(2007, Rock, by KT Tunstall, Label: Virgin Records)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 10; suggested age 10.

  • Is it any good?

    5.0

  • Common Sense says

    Infectious pop folk brings message of self-esteem.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 10 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Some uncertainty about losing self in relationships, honestly portrayed ("I need a mirror, in the eyes of a man/I need no protection from my bullet-proof plan") mixed into a subtle message of self-esteem and empowerment. KT writes her own songs, plays her own guitar, and fights and masters her own demons.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Only in a metaphorical sense: "...you'd already advertised that I'd slashed the tires of your one man show"

  • Sex:

    The mildest of innuendo on one or two songs.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Drastic Fantastic

Parents need to know that this CD addresses issues important to tweens (relationships, depression, self-image, self-esteem) with the mildest of innuendo and a whole lot of infectious poetic energy. A gently positive role model for girls, KT plays her own guitar, writes her own songs, and wrestles her own demons with humor, grit, and soul.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about some of the issues in KT's lyrics. Despite predictable-enough ups and downs, she seems like a centered young woman who handles problems with humor and creativity. Do you think writing about the stuff that bothers you can help solve problems? What about creative outlets like learning and practicing guitar, or joining a band?
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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 15
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    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

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    luvgoodshows
    Lives in California
    I rate this title on for age 17 and give it 4.0

    Another great album from KT Tunstall

    I heard KT Tunstall's album on AOL, and I loved every song! KT talks about real issues and is honest in every song. My favorite song from the album is "Hold On." In that song, KT encourages listeners to "hold on" to what they have. I think everybody can relate to that.

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