05.17.2012 01:34:28 PM-0400 - Mall

Advantages: An interesting concept performed by veterans of the business.
Disadvantages: No one gets to strut their stuff apart from the vocalist.

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Advantages: Pacey, passionate
Disadvantages: Samey

...It A Name 05, and I can honestly say that, whilst they appear to be an odd mixture of people, the y produce an almost unmatched anger and force on stage. Consisting of 12 tracks, that amount to only 40-odd minutes, this album is a burst of energy rather than a progressive, enveloping one. The opening track, "Vessel and Vine" is a flowing, energetic track, with a tension-building opening riff, but with more 'chugging' verses, and even a splash of techno effects as the lyrics begin. It's a wicked song, with Doran's screaming turning into graceful, floating notes on the breakdown "this is my fault…to live with everyday", before reverting to the souring power so recognisable in his voice. The second track "Sweet Dreams, Lilac…" is different from the first; this track is much more chilled out, right from the start. The choruses provide the usual... Read review

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Advantages: just awesome
Disadvantages: was their last album

..., a quick bite or a burger and chips from Hesburger (you'll see this one even more often than McDonalds!). It's not all clothes and food. There's a wide variety of shops in here. I went there on my first weekend in Helsinki to get the apartment key copied in preparation for my boyfriend's arrival, so I know there's a cobblers and key cutters. Clothes, accessories, music and DVDs, computing goods, mobile phones... basically, if you'd expect to find a type of shop in a British mall, they'll probably have it here. There's an information desk clearly labelled. The person behind it will be wearing a little badge with various flags on. These represent the languages this person speaks. They're almost certain to speak excellent English and, if not, they'll be able to get someone who can to help you. There are maps of the mall by the escalators... Read review

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