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'Greatest Hits' brings together 17 of Blinks finest moments - from the scratchy imperfect 'Carousel' and 'Dammit', to the more recent 'Feeling This' - it's a collection sure to please the majority of the bands fans, myself included. After a few plays, it becomes all to apparent that, despite ... Read review
Greatest Hits - CD
Carousel (Album Version) M+M's (Album Version) Dammit (Radio Edit) Josie (Everything's ... more
Gonna Be Fine) (Radio Edit) What's My Age Again? (Album Version) All The Small Things (Album Version) Adam's Song (Album Version) Man Overboard (Album Version - Tom ...
A review by Vheissu on Greatest Hits (Parental Advisory) [PA] - Blink 182 November 29th, 2005
Author's product rating:
Originality
Average
Lyrics
Standard
Quality and consistency of tracks
Flawless
How does it compare to the artist's other releases
Average
Value for Money
Good
Advantages:
fun, fun, and erm . . . . fun
Disadvantages:
if you didn't like them before, you sure won't do so now
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
Full review
Blink 182 are a band for whom most either love or hate. Their late 90's/early 00's brand of catchy yet immature punk-rock either floated your proverbial boat, or grated after one listen.
It was for that very reason that the announcement early this year of an indefinite hiatus for the band left people with numerous differing reactions. Some said "good riddance" to a band that'd failed to ever produce a serious moment in their 10-year career, and others balled their eyes out over the imminent loss of a band they loved very much; of course, I fell into the latter (technically speaking).
See, whilst Blink were far from the professionals that fellow punk-rockers Green Day have come to be, they still made catchy infectious anthems that were guaranteed to be ingrained into your skull after one or two spins of the disk. Mark, Tom and Travis complemented each other perfectly; Tom's enthusiastic vocals covering for Mark's somewhat monotonous tone, all the while having one of the finest drummers of all time behind them in one Travis Barker.
The split itself had indeed been on the cards for some considerable time; the side project of Box Car Racer, a band which included both Tom and Travis, was really just one of the final nails in a coffin which had taken a fair kicking over the past few years. Aside from their mostly immature nature, Blink 182, the bands self titled album from 2003 showed fleeting glimpses of a new Blink, a more mature Blink; but it simply wasn't meant to be.
'Greatest Hits' brings together 17 of Blinks finest moments - from the scratchy imperfect 'Carousel' and 'Dammit', to the more recent 'Feeling This' - it's a collection sure to please the majority of the bands fans, myself included. After a few plays, it becomes all to apparent that, despite the amount of flack the band received over the years, they never failed to produce on the singles/hits front.
After a lengthy intro, one which highlights amongst other things Barker's abilities as a drummer, 'Carousel' sees Tom lamenting his loneliness - "I guess its just another night alone" - This isn't Blink being immature either, it's simply Blink being Blink. Lifted from the bands Dude Ranch album of 1997, Dammit, easily one of the bands best tracks, gives Mark his first taste of lead vocals; and he doesn't fail, coming to the realisation that "Well I guess this is growing up".
It's easy to look at Blink and think 'how on earth did they get a recording contract when they did', but after listening to the smash hits that were 'What's My Age Again' and 'All The Small Things' you realise that Blink got the contract because, amongst other things, they were fun, comedic, slapstick; and it was intended. "Nobody likes you when you're twenty-three, And you still act like you're in Freshman year" - 'What's My Age Again' showing that not only do Blink do what they do very well, but they throw in the odd true sentiment to boot.
"I never thought I'd die alone, I laughed the loudest who'd have known. I traced the cord back to the wall, No wonder it was never plugged in at all" - 'Adam's Song' touches rather gently on suicide, depicting both the person and the act involved regarding a young boy who'd simply had enough. It shows a serious side to Blink, a side that continued on another of their finest moments, 'Stay Together For The Kids' - "What stupid poem could fix this home, I'd read it everyday" - as before, the band go serious, talking about growing up in a dysfunctional home, something to which many can relate.
One thing which does become all to apparent, is that the bands newer material (i.e. 2003's self titled release) isn't actually as good as on first inspection. Although better produced, and lyrically more mature, the likes of 'Down' and 'Always' feel relatively mundane, failing to really gain any momentum throughout - a statement which can't be levelled at fellow newies 'Feeling This' and 'I Miss You' the former a trademark Blink track, and the latter a 70's inspired ballad that pushes all the right buttons.
Fans are treated to a solitary moment of 'new' Blink music at the last, 'Another Girl, Another Planet'. A tongue in cheek The Only Ones cover, it's nothing to write home about, but it shows Blink at their humorous best; some would say they're simply having the last laugh.
Greatest Hits shows Blink 182 for what they are, a trio of young guys that truly loved what they did. From 'Carousel' to 'Feeling This', from 'Dammit' to 'I Miss You', the band gave the late 90's a severe kick in the shins, and had some fun in the meantime. Often ridiculed, Mark, Tom and Travis can count the honours; 16 million album sales, numerous awards, sell out tours worldwide - I for one, will miss them a hell of a lot.
Here's to the memories.
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im quite aware were dying Review ofGreatest Hits (Parental Advisory) [PA] - Blink 182by
rockchick2k7
Advantages: consistency is good Disadvantages: not enough credit goes to some songs
Blink 182: Greatest Hits
Basically this is most of Blink 182 Greatest hits crammed on to one cd. I think there are more than these as greatest hits Blink 182 are an amazing punk/rock band. We were all sad when we hear about their split and this was their last album.
Carousel: Fast tempo to this song and some really good lyrics. M&m's: This tempo is in between fast and medium because the beat is sort of fast but the lyrics are slowish. But it is ... ...I don't think that blink 182 could have done any better on this song it is perfect.
Josie: this song has a great bass line and the tempo is fast it's not a bad song but it isn't the best.
What's my age again: This is one of the best songs they have ever done and the video is funny its Tom Mark and Travis running round the streets naked
It has great tempo rhythm and beat its flawless!
All the small things: There are a lot of nana's in this song ...
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Advantages: Best track - Stay together for the kids Disadvantages: Worst track - Always
...I decided to buy the greatest hits just to see what it was like and it definatly has their greatest hits. This album has exactly what it says on the cover, their GREATEST hits! Some of the tracks were even in the charts so the album really does include many of their finest songs.
The track listing is as follows including the album the song was originally on and the release date:
1. Carousel 3:13
Buddha - released 1998
A very catchy song. Good ... ...seem to be on the greatest hits version I have so I don't know what this song is like, probably good though!)
9. The Rock Show 2:49 Take off your pants and jacket - released 2001
Very catchy guitar riff at the beginning. I think this song is about a girl being very laid back in life, and Blink 182 love her. Quite a punk rock song. 10. First Date 2:49 Take off your pants and jacket - released 2001
When I first heard this song I was amazed by the ...
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Advantages: Lots of good songs in the collection, fun to listen to Disadvantages: None as long as you are a fan!
...into the industry.
Their greatest hits album comes out after an announcement that they are taking a break from recording indefinately. The tracks listed on the album are as follows:
1. Carousel
2. M & M's
3. Dammit
4. Josie
5. What's my age again?
6. All the small things
7. Adam's Song
8. Man Overboard
9. The Rock Show
10. First Date
11. Stay Together for the Kids
12. Feeling This
13. I Miss You
14. Down
15. Always
16. Not Now
17. ... ...track - I won't be home for Christmas. Blink 182 are responsible for writing all the songs themselves bar Another Girl, Another Planet. Features of the CD are that all the lyrics are listed in the cover slip - which helps when you are belting the songs out!
I personally think that most of the songs on this album are classics but Blink 182 are one of those bands that you are either a fan of or you are not. They have a style of their own which is ...
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Advantages: All your favourite blink songs bundled into one awesome collection Disadvantages: Not as "special edition" as i would have hoped - lack of poster etc
Blink 182 are a rare beauty - a genre defining band, they epitomise modern punk and everything brilliant about it. Simple, catchy riffs that are easy to create, manic drumming and clever, often disgusting lyrics. It is music that sums up the essence of being a teenage boy and is often a stepping stone to other great punk bands for many generations of kids who rediscover punk over and over again. A literally timeless album, a must have for any Blink ...
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Advantages: Long album, greatest hits, good lyrics, wont be disappointed. Disadvantages: Could include more Tracks.
...us justice by releasing thier greatest hits onto one CD. Here Is what I have to say:
The Tracks Included This CD are:
1. Carousel 3:13 2. M+M's 2:36 3. Dammit 2:46 4. Josie 3:05 5. What's My Age Again? 2:30 6. All The Small Things 2:52 7. Adam's Song 4:09 8. Man Overboard 2:47 9. The Rock Show 2:49 10. First Date 2:49 11. Stay Together For The Kids 3:59 12. Feeling This 2:53 13. I Miss You 3:47 14. Down 3:14 15. Always 4:12 16. Not Now 4:25 17. ... ...isnt, as obviously; its thier greatest hits, so they are from previous albums!
Lyrics, are very unique and descent, You wont be gob-smacked by them talking a load of trash, as thier songs make alot of sence! The Track Names basiclly tell you the title of a story, the lyrics are the words that make the story.
Track Quality is great! Every Song; as told on the albums name; is a great hit! You wont be gutted with any song. All great!
Compared to ...
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Album Notes: This "greatest hits" collection spans the short career of one of pop-punk's most celebrated outfits Blink 182. The album features tracks from their 1994 debut 'Buddha' through to the more experimental final album, 2003's 'Blink 182'. The album serves as a perfect introduction into the band's hook driven pop-punk which has always involved a large dose of frat-boy toilet humour.
Titles on disc 1
1.: Carousel
2.: M And M's
3.: Dammit
4.: Josie
5.: What's My Age Again
6.: All The Small Things
7.: Adam's Song
8.: Man Overboard
9.: Rock Show
10.: First Date
11.: Stay Together For The Kids
12.: Feeling This (explicit version)
13.: I Miss You
14.: Down
15.: Always
16.: Not Now
17.: Another Girl Another Planet
18.: I Won't Be Home For Christmas (bonus track)
19.: Go (BBC Radio 1 session/bonus track)
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