Happy

It was a very satisfying experience. I had one of the best times of my life. I used it for pure pleasure to have a good time.

Yes. The continuation of the 'generic' album, which is the best of the non-original line-up. Picked this up for the first time in high school and loved it then as I do now.

PiL goes commercial! Johnny Rotten sold out! He hired professional musicians and sound engineers to make this album sound like the "lost" KC & The Sunshine Band that was believed to have perished in an unfortunate smelting accident.

Great product. Well constructed with high quality materials. Arrived promptly in good condition. Holds phone securely with or without protective case. Adheres firmly to window without noticeable wobbling while the vehicle is in motion. Coupled with voice comands allows hands free operation of phone or use as a navigation device.

good

First of all...I like this release. Song for song its high quality, however this was PiL's real first attempt at 'pop structure' And a format that would be repeated on the, for me as a long time fan, disappointing 9.Happy was supposed to be produced by the talent of Bill Laswell, but Lydon and Bill had different visions for the production, and they had a parting of ways. Like the previous reviewer states, this release was recorded by the 'new' PIL post Flowers Of Romance, and to a degree This Is What You Want. Lydon has gone on record to say, in the notes to Plastic Box, that 'Album' was pretty much a solo project from his point of view.There is nothing that jumps out as being sloppy or bad in Happy. All the songs except Rules & Regulations are pretty short time wise, and they all have a unique sound. In my opinion Lydon tweaked his vocal delivery for Happy, just like he done for This Is What You Want, and to a much greater sense with 'Album' Is this a bad thing? Yes I think so. The track Open & Revolving for instance...I can barely understand a word let alone a line, still a great tune. In 'Album' the backing vocals worked superbly, they blended in with the concept of the album and complimented Lydon's vocals to the point of beauty. In Happy female backing singers are used, and for me it just doesn't work.'Seattle' Being the standout track and lead single is a superb melodic song, but the 'pop' is written all over it. 'Body' is pretty good but with a chorus that goes on for to long. I have heard the USA 12" mix and it just works better. 'Save Me' is one of the weaker tracks, and on a release of a paltry 8 songs, can be considered filler. 'Hard Times' is as good as Seattle, the lyrics are some of Lydon's best imo. 'Angry' is a pretty intense rant at fools Lydon has never suffered with some great studio tricks to keep the song flowing. Finally 'Fat Chance Hotel' sounds a bit comedic and is the last track on Happy, leaving the whole album feeling slightly unfinished to what we've become accustomed with the prior back catalogue.As the title suggests, this 'new' PiL album is the starting process of the bands eventual decline and poor record sales both in the UK & USA. Sure, another 2 studio albums would be released, but they never hit the heights of PiL's glorious heyday.If you loved the early years, you probably will hate this. But if your like me, and developed a love for PiL because of 'Album', give it a try, it may very well be the tonic you need for something fresh to enjoy. 4 stars.

Making the case for a reevaluation of PIL as more impactful than the Sex Pistols

Pil - WiN

Yes very Happy, a good listen

great