'59 Sound, The - Gaslight Anthem (The)

Advantages: 5 of their greatest hits; catchy tunes; deep lyrics; exciting sound
Disadvantages: does not include the 'French' version of 'Sunday Girl'

...stalking in both 'Hanging on the telephone' and 'One way or another,' to a deep mystery surrounding the significance of '11:59,' which leaves you pondering over just what is supposed to happen at '12.00.' Some think it's about the last minute of someone's life, but it really is left open to interpretation. Quite simply, it has just got to be heard! Parallel Lines has one of the strongest starts with three exciting and accessible New Wave anthems, particularly the seminal album track 'One Way or Another,' which has become an anthem for generations to come. Debbie's raw vocals, the fast guitar power chords and crashing drums simply exude passion on 'Hanging on the telephone,' 'One way or another,' and 'Picture This.' All three songs have truly memorable lyrics and still sound relevant today. In a sense they are all about love/lust but each track... Read review

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Advantages: A really good band
Disadvantages: Songs sound the same

....38 *** of ***** excellent song, true lyrics. The beginning isn’t the best ive heard but the chorus makes up for it hugely. The solo has got to be one of the best on the album. 7. the upwards war and the down turned cycle 2.59 **** * of ***** the beginning sounds boring but when the guitar enters the song its brilliant. The bridge near the end is perfectly placed and sounds cool. 8. escape from the a-bomb house 3.31 ***** of ***** the lyrics and the vocals for this is touching you can feel it in your heart when he sings. 9. best wishes to your black lung 2.54 * **of ***** this is the worst song on the album but the most catchy. But still the song is pretty good and fun. 10. she’s gonna break soon 3.14 **** of ***** really good song not the best but really good and again the chorus is great the bridge at the end is really good. 11. that... Read review

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Advantages: Quality songs, they picked up from where Enema of the State finished (literally)
Disadvantages: The cardboard cover and the album's a little short

...Holidays, You B*st*rd (42 secs) 5. Story of a Lonely Guy (3 mins 39) 6. The Rock Show (2 mins 51) 7. Stay Together for the Kids (3 mins 59) 8. Roller Coaster (2 mins 47) 9. Reckless Abandon (3 mins 6) 10. Everytime I Look For You (3 mins 5) (on American Pie 2 soundtrack) 11. Give Me One Good Reason (3 mins 18) 12. Shut Up (3 mins 20) 13. Please Take Me Home (6 mins 7) 14. Bonus 1 (3 mins 12) 15. Bonus 2 (1 min 25) It would be pretty pointless me trying to describe each song to you seperatly as when you get down to it they all sound pretty similar. What Blink 182 do do though is to try and make each song tell a story, whether it makes sense or not. All I can really say to potential buyers of this album is, if you have a copy of EotS and liked it then you will like this. However, if you are a first time Blink buyer, then if you have ever... Read review

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