Alternative Rock music reviews

Just Awesome music !!! I have been listing to this CD Since it came out and I still have my original CD !!!

LETS GET THIS BAND TO REUNITE !!!

LATER :)

If you havn't heard this album you are really missing out. I'm not going to waste our time going through it track by track because this is simply an astounding musical milestone that all rock fans must listen to. It is one of those classic albums that comes around a couple of times a decade that posseses a mystical quality that will last forever.

As far as the grunge trio of Soundgarden, Pearl Jam and Nirvana goes, Soundgarden is usually the forgotten band. When talking impact, it is obvious that Nirvana can't be rivaled, but when talking pure talent and great music, Soundgarden and Pearl Jam are on a completely different level than Nirvana. Thats not to say that Kobain and Dave Grohl weren't/aren't great musicians, but Kurt is unquestionably overrated and Grohl has only reached his potential since Kurt's death. As for Soundgarden and Pearl Jam, both are absolutely fantastic bands, but something about Soundgarden and particularly "Superunknown" transcend Pearl Jam and all other grunge music. When ranking the top rock albums of all time, "Superunknown" simply has to be top 10, but for some reason it remains for the most part unappreciated and is seldom mentioned on greatest album lists. From start to finish this album kicks you in the face, and at the same time it's beautiful sound leaves you speechless. Here's a quick breakdown of the songs:

1. Let Me Drown- Perfect song to begin the album, breaking in with a crunching classic Soundgarden riff. Cornell's lyrics are powerful as usual. 9.5/10

2. My Wave- I'll be saying this a lot, but this is another fantastic riff. The verse repeats and builds up to a fantasic chorus that breaks in out of nowhere. Perfect music to accompany the angry, stay the hell away from me lyrics. Good song to listen to when your in a bad mood. 10/10

3. Fell On Black Days- One of the most well known Soundgarden songs, and one of the few that still gets substantial airplay. A classic, unorthodox riff that repeats throughout the song. When Cornell screams "how would I know that this could be me fate", it really hits your hard. 10/10

4. Mailman- Slow, grungy, walking in the mud type guitar throughout. Absolutely love Cornells vocals here. Not one of my favorites on the album, but still a great rock song. 9/10

5. Superunknown- Faster paced song. Quick repeating riff in the verse, which breaks into a simple but fantastic chorus, one that can give you chills. Cornell demonstrates his suberb vocal range. 9.5/10

6. Head Down- My personal favorite Soundgarden riff. Perfect drum entrance. Would have been better if Cornell wrote the lyrics, but still awesome. Kind of an unrecognized riff, but then again this is an unrecognized band. 9.5/10

7. Black Hole Sun- Soundgarden's poster song, and for good reason. Can't go more than a week without hearing it on the radio, which is the way it should be. It's an instantly recognizable intro, and one of my favorites of all time. The most beautifully eerie chorus I've ever heard. This song should be on the radio for the rest of human existence. Fantastic solo, with a repeating riff in the background that comes to a perfect finish. obviously 10/10

8. Spoonman- Another classic riff. The drums work in perfect harmony with the guitar throughout. Pretty much yet another perfect song. 10/10

9. Limo Wreck- Slow song. More dark and hard hitting lyrics. One of my least favorite, but once again that doesnt mean I dont think it kicks ass. 8.5/10

10. The Day I Tried To Live- Great intro into an unforgettable song. The first verse sends chills down your spine...scary and awesome lyrics. A winding bass riff that breaks in followed by a parallel guitar riff, a type of riff that you just dont hear anymore. Fantastic force behind Cornells vocals in the chorus. 10/10

11. Kickstand- Short and to the point, fast and loud. Just a good rock song. 9/10

12. Fresh Tendrils- Another ridiculously stupendous riff. Cornells voice slices through your head. Another song that just kicks your ass start to finish. 10/10

13. 4th Of July- Slow, dark riff for an all around dark song. More extremely sinister and perilous lyrics. Also a great guitar solo. 9.5/10

14. Half- A quick song, but a perfect intro into "Like Suicide". Sounds like (Asian) Indian music. 8.5/10

15. Like Suicide- The perfect song to conclude the album. Drums break in solo, followed by the bass, and then the guitar. Slow verse which breaks down into a phenomenal chorus, which is my personal favorite. Absolutely love the drums in this song, which are not overpowering but work perfectly with the other instruments. Eventually the drums pick up and it becomes a heavy rock song. Once again loud and forceful vocals from Cornell, along with one of Thayil's best solos. Then breaks down into a slow, peaceful ending...the perfect ending to the perfect album. 10/10

Obviously I am insanely high on this album, probably way too high for some peoples liking, but I truely believe this is a top 10 rock album of all time. Although it has sold millions, this album still hasn't gained the true recognition it deserves, and I can only hope that it one day will.

Just Awesome music !!! I have been listing to this CD Since it came out and I still have my original CD !!!

LETS GET THIS BAND TO REUNITE !!!

LATER :)

If you havn't heard this album you are really missing out. I'm not going to waste our time going through it track by track because this is simply an astounding musical milestone that all rock fans must listen to. It is one of those classic albums that comes around a couple of times a decade that posseses a mystical quality that will last forever.

As far as the grunge trio of Soundgarden, Pearl Jam and Nirvana goes, Soundgarden is usually the forgotten band. When talking impact, it is obvious that Nirvana can't be rivaled, but when talking pure talent and great music, Soundgarden and Pearl Jam are on a completely different level than Nirvana. Thats not to say that Kobain and Dave Grohl weren't/aren't great musicians, but Kurt is unquestionably overrated and Grohl has only reached his potential since Kurt's death. As for Soundgarden and Pearl Jam, both are absolutely fantastic bands, but something about Soundgarden and particularly "Superunknown" transcend Pearl Jam and all other grunge music. When ranking the top rock albums of all time, "Superunknown" simply has to be top 10, but for some reason it remains for the most part unappreciated and is seldom mentioned on greatest album lists. From start to finish this album kicks you in the face, and at the same time it's beautiful sound leaves you speechless. Here's a quick breakdown of the songs:

1. Let Me Drown- Perfect song to begin the album, breaking in with a crunching classic Soundgarden riff. Cornell's lyrics are powerful as usual. 9.5/10

2. My Wave- I'll be saying this a lot, but this is another fantastic riff. The verse repeats and builds up to a fantasic chorus that breaks in out of nowhere. Perfect music to accompany the angry, stay the hell away from me lyrics. Good song to listen to when your in a bad mood. 10/10

3. Fell On Black Days- One of the most well known Soundgarden songs, and one of the few that still gets substantial airplay. A classic, unorthodox riff that repeats throughout the song. When Cornell screams "how would I know that this could be me fate", it really hits your hard. 10/10

4. Mailman- Slow, grungy, walking in the mud type guitar throughout. Absolutely love Cornells vocals here. Not one of my favorites on the album, but still a great rock song. 9/10

5. Superunknown- Faster paced song. Quick repeating riff in the verse, which breaks into a simple but fantastic chorus, one that can give you chills. Cornell demonstrates his suberb vocal range. 9.5/10

6. Head Down- My personal favorite Soundgarden riff. Perfect drum entrance. Would have been better if Cornell wrote the lyrics, but still awesome. Kind of an unrecognized riff, but then again this is an unrecognized band. 9.5/10

7. Black Hole Sun- Soundgarden's poster song, and for good reason. Can't go more than a week without hearing it on the radio, which is the way it should be. It's an instantly recognizable intro, and one of my favorites of all time. The most beautifully eerie chorus I've ever heard. This song should be on the radio for the rest of human existence. Fantastic solo, with a repeating riff in the background that comes to a perfect finish. obviously 10/10

8. Spoonman- Another classic riff. The drums work in perfect harmony with the guitar throughout. Pretty much yet another perfect song. 10/10

9. Limo Wreck- Slow song. More dark and hard hitting lyrics. One of my least favorite, but once again that doesnt mean I dont think it kicks ass. 8.5/10

10. The Day I Tried To Live- Great intro into an unforgettable song. The first verse sends chills down your spine...scary and awesome lyrics. A winding bass riff that breaks in followed by a parallel guitar riff, a type of riff that you just dont hear anymore. Fantastic force behind Cornells vocals in the chorus. 10/10

11. Kickstand- Short and to the point, fast and loud. Just a good rock song. 9/10

12. Fresh Tendrils- Another ridiculously stupendous riff. Cornells voice slices through your head. Another song that just kicks your ass start to finish. 10/10

13. 4th Of July- Slow, dark riff for an all around dark song. More extremely sinister and perilous lyrics. Also a great guitar solo. 9.5/10

14. Half- A quick song, but a perfect intro into "Like Suicide". Sounds like (Asian) Indian music. 8.5/10

15. Like Suicide- The perfect song to conclude the album. Drums break in solo, followed by the bass, and then the guitar. Slow verse which breaks down into a phenomenal chorus, which is my personal favorite. Absolutely love the drums in this song, which are not overpowering but work perfectly with the other instruments. Eventually the drums pick up and it becomes a heavy rock song. Once again loud and forceful vocals from Cornell, along with one of Thayil's best solos. Then breaks down into a slow, peaceful ending...the perfect ending to the perfect album. 10/10

Obviously I am insanely high on this album, probably way too high for some peoples liking, but I truely believe this is a top 10 rock album of all time. Although it has sold millions, this album still hasn't gained the true recognition it deserves, and I can only hope that it one day will.

When Mike & The Mechanics ushered in the `Madchester' scene with The Living Years it was only a matter of time before these jokers attempted to jump on the bandwagon. If you want to be adored you should write some decent songs lads!
Verdict: don't waste your money.

If this band had a better singer with better lyrics then i would give it 5 stars. Everything thing else about it is good. The problem with the singer is that he mumbles to much and his lyrics are dull and repetive especially on i want to be adored. Another problem with this cd it is way to long i usually end up skipping the last two songs.

This is a classic album that is as good as a Smiths album, and way better than any Beatles albums...

I really dont like Dave Matthews music that much, but there is one thing that you have to give him and his band credit for. They are very very good musicans. This is the one album that they have that I happen to like, since I think the Live Material is much better then any of the studio work. This is a good concert to listen to, and I highly recommend it to anyone who just wants to kick back and listen to some real good jams. ENJOY

If "Louisiana Bayou" on the DVD with Robert Randolph doesn't do it for you, you are already dead. Jammin' DMB at their best!

Before I review this album let me share with you a brief bit of DMB's history snce this was recorded

1996: Crash is Released
1997: This wonderful Album is released
1998: Before These Crowded Srteets is released
2000: The Lilywhite Sessions are left
2001: Everyday is released; The Lillywhite Sessions are leaked
2002: Busted Stuff is released
2005: Stand Up is released.

bow alot has changed in 10 years, and so has DMB's sound.

This 2 disc jam fest may be a shock to newer DMB fans, who are used to the radio hits.

while there are a few of those on here, they're not this recordings best stuff.

RR95 (as hardcore fans have abbriviated it) starts off with Seek Up, which dictates the pace for the rest of the concert.

the first disc is golden, straying from the radio singles(except for Satlelite which is amazing on this recording)

the second disc doesn't stop that vibe, and makes this truely a greeat live album.

Disc 1

*1. Seek Up 5/5
*2. Proudest Monkey 5/5
*3. Sattelite 5/5
4. Two Step 5/5
*5. Best of What's Around 5/5
*6. Recently 5/5
7. Lie in Our Graves 5/5
8. Dancing Nancies 5/5
9. Warehouse(pre "Whoooo!") 4/5

Disc 2

*1. Tripping Billies 5/5
2. Drive In, Drive Out 4.5/5
3. Lover Lay Down 5/5
4. Rhyme and Reason 4.5/5
*5. #36 5/5
*6. Ants Marching 5/5
7. Typical Situation 4/5
8. All Along the Watchtower 5/5

*= Reccomended Track

1= terrible, 2= poor, 3= decent, 4= good, 5= great

I owned this years ago, lent it to someone, never got it back. Grabbed it on sale, and boy am I glad! Totally forgot how awesome this album is! Saw the tour a billion years ago, the album brought it all back... the sonic boom, the great vocals! A definate must for anyone who appreciates alt/grunge or who wants to know where it came from...

Pixies "Doolittle" is the 80's album to buy because it shows that you can maintain originality even if you were influenced somehow and someway. The album is also a benefactor of how Alternative music is today and is a pinnacle of independent music in general. It may seem shocking that such an album can be brilliant and oblique at the same time but Frank Black and Kim Deal make their way through it with random rants and heavenly voices. This album was also a highlight of the 80's which was probably one of the worst decades of music in the 20th century. But still this revived a whole genre and still proved that experimentation can be useful.

A timeless monument to life--originally, the triumphant flowering of a subculture that refused to suffocate in the noxious atmosphere of Michael, Madonna and MTV, having spent the eighties instead gathering strength from the brave, tireless efforts of bands like Husker Du, Sonic Youth, Dinosaur Jr . . .

And Doolittle--the major-label debut of a catchy, charmingly bent "college band"--was where everything seemed to come together.

* If you can't take a guy raving about a favorite album, you should probably stop here. *

For starters, long live the cover art! At the historical moment where the industry was prodding us from vinyl to CD, Doolittle gave us the coolest-looking album package we'd ever seen. Thus knowing I was "supposed" to be investing strictly in digital, I nevertheless made a point to own both formats--vinyl of course providing the far better way to dig the artwork, a delicious visual mish-mash of bronze ink and enigmatic photography, featuring a cryptic number scheme and a haloed monkey on the front cover.

As for the music, brilliant from the drop of the needle: a stubbornly straightforward and hooky bass attack, complimented by the first in a slew of brassy, infectious guitar riffs. The lunging, ferocious drumbeat drops in, a Spanglish-style scraping guitar joins the mix, and next thing we know Black Francis is shrieking about girlfriends and seminal surrealist film. The most audacious opener in rock history, "Debaser" also showcases the band's fabled, ingenious gift for "dynamics," stripping down at midpoint to mere vocals and chunking guitar, then kicking back into full-on assault, soaring on the airy warmth of Kim Deal's backup singing.

Gil Norton's slick work in the booth keeps the music glowing like a big-wave runner gunned to the max, from the creepy stink-eye whisper of "Tame" to "Wave of Mutilation"'s frothy, surging top-to-bottom celebration of the sea; from the pop-single perfection of "Here Comes Your Man" to the brooding authority with which "Gouge Away" closes the record.

Revisionist in its subtle reconfiguring of classic chord progressions and themes, reactionary with eccentric rants and screaming temper tantrums, Doolittle was a revolutionary yet back-to-basics reassessment of what we consider "pop" and "rock."

The Pixies had impressed us with Come On Pilgrim, even floored us with Surfer Rosa already, but when this record came out, the music world got substantially bigger, swelled with creative potential and a fun, manic energy that hadn't been there the day before. Anyone who was paying attention knew it right off, and the next five years of history would constitute the official testimonial.

And yet the Doolittle experience is essentially a simple pleasure. All you need to do is turn it up and listen.

This is the real deal, folks--what it's all about.

When (hed) released their debut LP it was right at the height of the "Nu-Metal" craze, largely propagated by Korn, but it still stands out head and shoulders above what is mostly music made by angry, self-absorbed wannabes. I guess the closest group to them are early-era Incubus, although (hed) are probably a little more aggressive. Despite the band knowing exactly how to land a heavy groove, the thing that really sets them apart is the astonishing charisma and vocal talent of their dynamic lead singer, Jahred; a truly versatile frontman mixing up speedy raps, guttural growling, and melodic singing. All the tunes have that distinctive (hed) sound (Korn-esque chord voicings, clean-ish detuned riffs) which remains across all their albums and is testament to their craft. Stand out songs include `P.O.S.', `Serpent Boy', `Darky', and `IFO'. If there's a problem with the album it's that some songs drag and occasionally sound a bit `cut & paste'. But it has a pretty good raw sound and sometimes that unfocused air lends itself for the better; you get the impression these are young boisterous chaps and must be a hoot to watch live! (Which they are.) In summary, a really tight-knit unit offering something unique, energetic and attitude-soaked. Recommended!

This is a hot release, experimental sampling+Hip-Hop+Reggae Dub+Punk Thrash/Metal= This album, you see (Hed)can not be categorized in one particular section, they're a melting pot of styles...Anyways this album is bangin', great breakdowns, dj scratches, rhymes, growls whatever...Pick this up, best of all their releases, their 2nd release "Broke" was good as well, but after that their albums went downhill..PEACE

The CD was shipped a little slower that the others I had ordered, but since this is a individual selling this and not a buisness I can understand. The product was as promised and played flawlessly. Thanks!

This CD is awesome. This is what really established Less Than Jake in the public scene. This is a great album, full of catchy horns and just overall great ska. Some would say this is LTJ's best album, but I tend to like their newer stuff. That's the only reason I gave it a four, because I was comparing it to those. It's worth it if you are a LTJ fan at all.

This is one of my favorite LTJ albums. I am going to review each song searately so you can decide if you want this cd. (and you probably will.)
1. Automatic 5/5: The album opens with an old guy saying "This is the old dude Howie J. Reynolds and you're listening to Less Than Jake." Right after that, Automatic begins starting out with a great bass and then the trombone comes in. This is a very good song.
2. Happy Man 4/5: This is a pretty good, fast song, but it isn't my favorite. The lyrics are about a guy who is constantly working.
3. 9th at Pine 5/5: This is a pretty good one.
4. Sugar in Your Gas Tank 5/5: If I had it in me I'd stop my random thoughts and my dumb dreams, then I could deal with this non-stop spinning world (lyrics from the song.)
5. Shindo 4/5: Slower, but still good. Nice duet with both singers (Chris and Roger).
6. 107 5/5: This song is awesome! At one part, the singer yells "You're going down!" And now I always imitate that when one of my friends does something to antogonize me (like flicking my ear with a spoon.)
7. Johnny Quest thinks we're Sellouts 4/5: HahAhaHa! this is funny since Johnny Quest is an old cartoon character!
8. Krazy Glue 5/5: A pretty cool song about following your own point of view and not giving in to tradition.
9. Never Going back to New Jersey 5/5: Pretty cool.
10. How's my driving, Doug Hastings? 3/5: It could have gotten a 5 out of 5, but there is just too much profantiy in this one.
11. Just Like Frank 4/5: Nice one
12. Ask the Magic 8 Ball 5/5: Something about this makes me think of Lego Island. Don't ask. I have no clue why.
13. Dopeman 4/5: Cool drums and horns on this one.
14. Jen Doesn't like me anymore 5/5: How can Jen not like him when he's the lead singer of one of the best bands ever?
15. Rock N' Roll Pizzeria 4/5: Why is this song called Rock N' Roll Pizzeria!?!
16. Lockdown 4/5: Nice close to a great album.

All in all, this is a great album. If you like ska, punk, or rock in general, you have to get this for your collection. Also check out the albums "Hello Rockveiw" and the new one "In With the Out Crowd."

This CD is one of their best by far. All my favorite songs are on this. They truly shine through this CD, if your a Less Than Jake fan this is a must buy CD!

I totally disagree with the person that said 'Happiness' was a mess. (I am a huge fan that has actually met the band on several occasions just by going to so many of their damn shows.) Happiness just threw people for a loop because it was so different, especially those who aren't big OLP fans.

Happiness is my second fav. OLP album now, after Naveed. If anything, Spiritual Machines lacks spirit(especially in the production area, but Bob Rock's production of them just sucks). Do yourself a favor, pick up Happiness first, and if you don't get that, you will not fully get this album either. Take it from someone that has been a fan since the 1st album.

When I was poor, I won this album from a radio station promotion. I played it, and just couldn't get it at first.

Then, my brother died, and I really got into Clumsy, and then realised that this was them.

I would drive with this in, not really aware that I was being taken over by these robots and automatons that they sing about.

Yeah, Everyone's a Junkie has contrived lyrics, at times, but you'll find yourself looking forward to this track and humming it during the day.

Life is just what everyone else likes, but I really liked how the rest of the album felt so different from everything else out there. I really like the weird Radiohead stuff that everyone else doesn't get, but I don't think that I would have ever been able to get it without hearing and loving this album first.

This album was more than worth the time put into it. Your friends won't get it, but that's okay. Just enjoy it alone, and you will be well rewarded by how you feel when you're driving around and listening to the positive messages and catchy tunes of Spiritual Machines.

Quite possibly the most well-balanced album ever made.

OLP started out as a grungy, heavy-rock band with very deep and thought-provoking lyrics. OLP, more or less, remained true to their "classic" style for their first three albums. While OLP's older style remains deeply loved by many fans to this day, it is evident that many "mainstream" listeners tend to not be attracted to this style of music.

It is obvious that the band realized their lack of recognition in the mainstream community and it appears as if, during the Spiritual Machines era, the band started experimenting with a more mainstream sound. This of course would eventually lead to "Gravity" (an album that is, in my opinion, over-produced and lacking in many areas).

I consider Spiritual Machines to be an album that has both elements of OLP in it (their newer mainstream sound, mixed with the cryptic lyrics and deep song meanings of their former selves). Because of this, I feel that Spiritual Machines has a quality that I have very rarely heard in a rock album: a mainstream sound without making the sacrifice of having boring, shallow lyrics. In fact, I would go as far to say that I never heard this quality in a rock album before; the vast majority of today's radio friendly bands fuel their "catchy tunes" with pointless garble that is considered to be lyrics.

It is truly a rarity to hear an album of this calliber. I would strongly suggest picking up this album regardless of whether or not you're an OLP fan.

I remeber listening to this album when I was approx 17 and absolutely loving it. I have been listening to it again recently. There are a few good tracks but its nowhere near as good as "The Real Thing" or "King For A Day" which cracks me up in a lot of parts due to its ridiculous and meaningless extremeness.
"Land of sunshine" and "Midlife Crisis" are ok. "Caffeine" and "Smaller and Smaller" are good although the latter drags on a bit. "RV" is ok for a while, but you know the drill pretty quickly after a while. The highlights would be "Everything's ruined" "A Small victory" and "easy". "Be Aggressive" and "Malpractice" are plain stupid and annoying. "Kindergarten" bores me. Still though, Angel Dust is a good album, just not my favorite anymore. It is a deranged effort with some mysterious yet troubling moments. Contrary to most people, I have more trouble with Patton's voice in Angel's Dust than in The Real Thing.

yep, this masterpiece is only 7 bucks...$6.95 plus tax....
anyway, this album is amazing, showcasing Patton's wierd vocal styles...
best songs are:A small victory, Kindergarten, land of sunshine, midlife crisis....hell, the whole album rocks, get it, its cheap and well worth all seven dollars!

Personally, my favorite album from my favorite band. Unfortunately, I'm too young to have had the plessure of experiencing Faith No More when they were together. This was the first Faith No More album I purchased, and after listening to it and the other Faith No More CD's I've come to have more appreciation for the genius and complexity of albums and songs. This CD and Faith No More in general is the perfect example of just how, for lack of better words, "awesome" and "entertaing" music can be.

Land Of Sunshine - 5/5
One of the first songs I've heard on this album prior to purchasing it and one of the best ones on it. Good fast-paced beat with a great range of vocals throughout. The fortune cookie and self-help lyrics are a joy to listen to
Caffeine - 5/5
One of the more aggressive songs on the CD. Heavy rhythm that you can really get into.
Midlife Crisis - 5/5
Probably the most popular and and most mainstream song on the album, but for good reason. This song has FNM's press-titled "rap-metal" beat and lyrics in the beginning, which perfectly changes into a more alt-pop chorus.
RV - 5/5
This is hilarious, but just a good all around song at the same time. Crazy lyrics and a rhythm that transitions from a slow narrative to a faster, louder chorus.
Smaller And Smaller - 4/5
Another good heavy song with Mike's "Pattonted" growling scream.
Everything's Ruined - 5/5
Tied with From Out Of Nowhere as my favorite Faith No More song. Everything's Ruined simple has everything. It starts off with Patton's slow, moody voice, which transitions into a heavy metal chorus, which again transitions into melodic singing with incredible background instrumentals. This song is truly an epic that must be heard.
Malpractice - 4/5
A straight up aggressive song with some crazy guitar riffs and a nice surprise in the middle.
Kindergarten - 4/5
A semi-slow, semi-heavy song with some enjoyable aution lyrics in the background.
Be Aggressive - 3/5
Not a bad song, but one of the few Faith No More songs that never really grew on me. Some interesting lyrics however. Oh, Roddy, and your crazy lyrics, :)
A Small Victory - 5/5
Another incredible and epic song that really adds to the variety of the CD. Great melodic guitar throughout and incredible vocals.
Crack Hitler - 3/5
Another good song, but one that I never really gave enough attention. The more I listen to it the more I like it though.
Jizzlobber - 5/5
A pure heavy, aggressive, and loud song. Quite a treat for the metal fans. It's another good song that adds to the variety of the CD. After listening to this song and backing up only two tracks, you can understand the complexity and variety of this album.
Midnight Cowboy - 4/5
A perfect ending for the perfect CD. This slow instrumental song just fits as the conclusion to this CD perfectly.

The Canton based band has a sound not unlike that of Blink 182 or The Starting Line: pop songs overlayed with somewhat punky guitar, a sort of power pop with a more jagged edge. This 3rd release isn't quite as strong as its predecessor ANATOMY OF THE TONGUE IN CHEEK was, but there's much to recommend it as standing out of the pack.

HIGHLIGHTS:
For the most part, the band is at its best at its most smart-alecky. "Mood Rings" suggests that emotionally volatile girls be forced to wear the 70s accessory. ("So that we're tipped off/To when they're ticked off/Cuz we'll know just what they're thinking") "Forward Motion" finds lyricist Matthew Thiessen struggling to self-improve but taking 1 step back ("Every time I gain some ground/I gotta turn myself around again") "In Love with the 80s" saddles Psychedelic Furs keyboard onto the group's punkish sound as Thiessen recalls when he was "working on this mustache all summer long". It should bring a smile to anyone who grew up during the decade. The bad relationships thread rears again in "Trademark" ("It's my/my trademark move/To turn my back on you..")

LOWS:
Acoustic ballad "Getting into You" is a nice song but it sounds way out of place amid the rest of the album. Maybe it would have been held better for some sort of unplugged fan club album. "Gibberish" is basically that..random made-up phrases tacked into a weak plea for clear communication from friends.

BOTTOM LINE:
Stands out a bit from the punk-pop pack but not their finest work. I'd go with ANATOMY OF THE TONGUE IN CHEEK instead if you're new to the band.

3 1/2 stars

I think this is my all-time favorite Relient K CD, and that's saying something, because they're all awesomely great. I think Two Lefts Don't Make a Right...But Three Do, is somewhere between maturity and just plain silliness. The lyrics are fun, yet relatable, which is one of the reasons I think Relient K is so popular. Definitely get this CD, it's SO wonderful.

Relient K's Album Two Lefts Don't Make a Right..But Three Do is an awesome Cd.They diliver fun fast lyrics while making a point.
The cd is better than the "Anatomy of the tounge in Cheek". My favorite songs are:Chap Stick chaped lips and things like chemistry,mood rings,falling out,forward motion,and collage kids.
All of Relient K's Albums are frickin sweet!!