Yes, that's right folks. My Lifehouse is back. Their new album, "Almeria", will be released on December 11th, 2012. I have a really great feeling about this album. The guys seem to be in a really good place right now, and I can't wait to see what this next year brings for them.
Pre order "Almeria" here: http://lifehouse.shop.bravadousa.com/Product.aspx?cp=39741_58618&pc=BGCDL802
Sunday, October 21, 2012
The Script
It's pop! It's rock! It's rap! What? No. It's The Script!
The Script just released their third album, "#3", and yes that is the title. It's great. No other band can really pull off the genre that The Script has created for themselves. They rap. But at the same time, it's pop/rock. They pretty much do whatever they want, and it totally works for them. "#3" is an album filled with songs of depth, fun, meaning, and you might catch yourself singing along passionately after a couple of listens.
I really struggle to pick a favorite, so i'll name a few. "Six Degrees Of Separation", "Broken Arrow", "Kaleidoscope", "If You Could See Me Now," and "Glowing". "If You Could See Me Now" is chilling, and "Six Degrees Of Separation" is a song that absolutely everyone can relate to. "Kaleidoscope" makes me dance around and attempt to sing in the same key Danny does. And I fail consistently with every attempt. It's completely different from any other song on the album, and that makes it really stand out. "Broken Arrow" has some lyrics that really hit home for me, and that's why it's one of my favorites.
All in all, I am thoroughly impressed by "#3". This Irish band knows how to make great music, and I look forward to seeing where their success leads them.
4.8/5 Stars!
The Script just released their third album, "#3", and yes that is the title. It's great. No other band can really pull off the genre that The Script has created for themselves. They rap. But at the same time, it's pop/rock. They pretty much do whatever they want, and it totally works for them. "#3" is an album filled with songs of depth, fun, meaning, and you might catch yourself singing along passionately after a couple of listens.
I really struggle to pick a favorite, so i'll name a few. "Six Degrees Of Separation", "Broken Arrow", "Kaleidoscope", "If You Could See Me Now," and "Glowing". "If You Could See Me Now" is chilling, and "Six Degrees Of Separation" is a song that absolutely everyone can relate to. "Kaleidoscope" makes me dance around and attempt to sing in the same key Danny does. And I fail consistently with every attempt. It's completely different from any other song on the album, and that makes it really stand out. "Broken Arrow" has some lyrics that really hit home for me, and that's why it's one of my favorites.
All in all, I am thoroughly impressed by "#3". This Irish band knows how to make great music, and I look forward to seeing where their success leads them.
4.8/5 Stars!
Matchbox 20's "North"
We all know who Matchbox 20 is. They're not "new" by any means. Their classics like "3 AM" and "Unwell" are known for being rightfully overplayed on the radio for years now. As some of you may have realized, this alternative rock band from the 90's took a break from being Matchbox 20. Rob Thomas released some of his own music solo, and there was no Matchbox 20 for years. After several years of being on hiatus, the members of Matchbox 20 decided it was time to return to the studio as Matchbox 20, and to reunite. I was so psyched about this because I've always been a fan of Matchbox 20. "Exile On Mainstream" will always be one of my staple albums.
On August 28th, 2012, Matchbox 20 released their album, "North". They took a really long time making the album, and they definitely made it worth the wait. I love this album. A lot. This band is so incredibly talented. Some of my very favorites off of "North" are, "Overjoyed", "The Way", "Parade", "Radio", and "Put Your Hands Up". Every song on this album is great, though. Not one skip-worthy song on it. It's definitely one of my go to albums right now. It's catchy, well produced, and makes you feel something. I love albums like that. As Rob Thomas would say, "it takes you somewhere." I also love that you can clearly distinguish the instruments. The drums sound like drums, the guitars sound like guitar, and the bass sounds like the bass. Awesome beats and riffs throughout the album.
Their background vocalist and guitarist, Kyle, sang fronting vocals for "The Way", and he did a beautiful job. That song is one of my very favorites on the album, and he sounds incredible. I love that they let him sing a song on the album, making them seem like a well rounded band, rather than "Rob Thomas and his band".
Matchbox 20 isn't the same band that they were in 1995. But how could you expect them to be? Any successful artist must grow and evolve over time. This album is different than their previous albums, but no less astonishing.
Do yourself a favor, and get "North".
5/5 stars.
On August 28th, 2012, Matchbox 20 released their album, "North". They took a really long time making the album, and they definitely made it worth the wait. I love this album. A lot. This band is so incredibly talented. Some of my very favorites off of "North" are, "Overjoyed", "The Way", "Parade", "Radio", and "Put Your Hands Up". Every song on this album is great, though. Not one skip-worthy song on it. It's definitely one of my go to albums right now. It's catchy, well produced, and makes you feel something. I love albums like that. As Rob Thomas would say, "it takes you somewhere." I also love that you can clearly distinguish the instruments. The drums sound like drums, the guitars sound like guitar, and the bass sounds like the bass. Awesome beats and riffs throughout the album.
Their background vocalist and guitarist, Kyle, sang fronting vocals for "The Way", and he did a beautiful job. That song is one of my very favorites on the album, and he sounds incredible. I love that they let him sing a song on the album, making them seem like a well rounded band, rather than "Rob Thomas and his band".
Matchbox 20 isn't the same band that they were in 1995. But how could you expect them to be? Any successful artist must grow and evolve over time. This album is different than their previous albums, but no less astonishing.
Do yourself a favor, and get "North".
5/5 stars.
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