Giants of Science

Giants of Science. Performed by The Pop Ups. CD. Approx. 34 min. Produced by Pop Up City Records. 2018. Download: $9.49.

K-Gr 4—

            The Pop Ups (Jason Rabinowitz and Jacob Stein) perform 10 original songs in hip hop, rap, and techno pop musical styles. “Shadow” features guest artist Secret Agent 23 Skidoo. “Synthesizer” is all about sound waves, with listeners encouraged to wave their arms and hands like various sound waves. In “Meteor Dinosaur” Dr. Brontosaurus defeats an incoming meteor with a laser. “Space Adventure” tells about a trip to Mars. The duo explore the “Cave of Wonders,” and find gems. “Holding Up a Mirror to a Mirror” is like looking into infinity. “How Do We Know”--based on the theme song for NPR’s “Wow in the World” podcast—features many questions, such as ‘how do fish breath?’ The “Science of Sleep” details what the body does during sleep, such as the heart rate slowing down, etc. This album is sure to inspire youngsters to pursue science careers in their future.