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Hey, Mr. Spaceman! (by Various Artists, Children's Music)

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Fun UFO-themed pop tunes in amusing collection.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that although children may be the intended audience for this lively album, parents enjoy it, too, making it fun for a car trip or during parties.

Positive messages: After all, aren't we in favor of a healthy curiosity about exploring outer space?
Violence: There are no violent images.
Sex: There are no sexual references.
Language: There is no objectionable language.
Consumerism: Other than mentioning a Plymouth Satellite (get it?), there are no commercial references.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: The album is free of references to drugs or alcohol.
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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
Families can talk about how fun music can be when done well. And how about the obvious topic: whether they think there is life beyond our planet.

What's the story?

What's the story?
Who knew that an album "revolving around" a UFO theme could be so good? Maybe every track doesn't reach galactic heights, but HEY, MR. SPACEMAN! comes pretty darn close. The album also delivers some pleasant surprises, like L.J. Booth plucking acoustic guitar and singing with the best of them on "Mr. Moon." And not to be missed: Jimmy Durante asserting, "We're Going UFO'ing," and Maria Muldaur chiming in, "Heck, I'd Go."

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 
With artists like Ella Fitzgerald crooning "Two Little Men in a Flying Saucer," and The Byrds singing "Mr. Spaceman," you just know that the results will be out of this world. And though children may be the intended audience for this lively album, its good fun will be enjoyed by parents as well.

Music themes & details

Music Details
Released on: September 9, 2003
Label: Music for Little People
Genre: Children's Music
This review was written by Cynthea Riesenberg
 
 

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I like the song Mr. Spaceman by Farmer Brown better.
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