... With 8 tracks, A Lesson in Crime only clocks in at 18 minutes. But what a quarter of an hour it is.
From the first drum beat to the last synth note, this is a master class in how to make a splash on a scene. They bang, crash and rip their way through the Cheer it on, the EP’s opener, and ... Read review
their predecessors, their colleagues who have created the anxiety of influence. Here, David Monks' voice, combined with Joshua Hook's compressed-spray on guitar, cer...
their predecessors, their colleagues who have created the anxiety of influence. Here, David Monks' voice, combined with Joshua Hook's compressed-spray on guitar, cer...
their predecessors, their colleagues who have created the anxiety of influence. Here, David Monks' voice, combined with Joshua Hook's compressed-spray on guitar, certainly conjure early Strokes, but then comparisons just fall short. Tokyo Police Club's command of multiple tempos and rhythmic palettes sets up spacey atmospheres to tumble through, with a hefty blast at their beck and call. There's a languid undertow here, Monks pulling you in with a slow, warm-water voice only to let his pals bludgeon you with just-so rhythms that, even in flight, last a sharp, fast 2 minutes on average. --Andrew Bartlett
their predecessors, their colleagues who have created the anxiety of influence. Here, David Monks' voice, combined with Joshua Hook's compressed-spray on guitar, certainly conjure early Strokes, but then comparisons just fall short. Tokyo Police Club's command of multiple tempos and rhythmic palettes sets up spacey atmospheres to tumble through, with a hefty blast at their beck and call. There's a languid undertow here, Monks pulling you in with a slow, warm-water voice only to let his pals bludgeon you with just-so rhythms that, even in flight, last a sharp, fast 2 minutes on average.--Andrew Bartlett
their predecessors, their colleagues who have created the anxiety of influence. Here, David Monks' voice, combined with Joshua Hook's compressed-spray on guitar, certainly conjure early Strokes, but then comparisons just fall short. Tokyo Police Club's command of multiple tempos and rhythmic palettes sets up spacey atmospheres to tumble through, with a hefty blast at their beck and call. There's a languid undertow here, Monks pulling you in with a slow, warm-water voice only to let his pals bludgeon you with just-so rhythms that, even in flight, last a sharp, fast 2 minutes on average.--Andrew Bartlett
their predecessors, their colleagues who have created the anxiety of influence. Here, David Monks' voice, combined with Joshua Hook's compressed-spray on guitar, certainly conjure early Strokes, but then comparisons just fall short. Tokyo Police Club's command of multiple tempos and rhythmic palettes sets up spacey atmospheres to tumble through, with a hefty blast at their beck and call. There's a languid undertow here, Monks pulling you in with a slow, warm-water voice only to let his pals bludgeon you with just-so rhythms that, even in flight, last a sharp, fast 2 minutes on average. --Andrew Bartlett
their predecessors, their colleagues who have created the anxiety of influence. Here, David Monks' voice, combined with Joshua Hook's compressed-spray on guitar, certainly conjure early Strokes, but then comparisons just fall short. Tokyo Police Club's command of multiple tempos and rhythmic palettes sets up spacey atmospheres to tumble through, with a hefty blast at their beck and call. There's a languid undertow here, Monks pulling you in with a slow, warm-water voice only to let his pals bludgeon you with just-so rhythms that, even in flight, last a sharp, fast 2 minutes on average.--Andrew Bartlett
A review by mattribute on Lesson In Crime, A - Tokyo Police Club June 19th, 2007
Author's product rating:
Originality
Definitely a cut above the rest
Lyrics
Thought-provoking
Quality and consistency of tracks
Flawless
How does it compare to the artist's other releases
Not applicable
Value for Money
Excellent
Advantages:
Sharp, Breif, Brilliant lyrics, Inventive and passionate
Disadvantages:
leaves you gagging for more
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
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In their debut EP, this Tokyo Police Club break the mould of what is usually expected of a new, up and coming indie band. It’s hard to categorise a sound that is so reliant on pace – each song is delivered with the urgency that is so often lacking from new bands today. With 8 tracks, A Lesson in Crime only clocks in at 18 minutes. But what a quarter of an hour it is.
From the first drum beat to the last synth note, this is a master class in how to make a splash on a scene. They bang, crash and rip their way through the Cheer it on, the EP’s opener, and most certainly the most memorable of their tunes. The choice to chant their name at intervals within the song is an odd one, but the risk pays off with vast dividends, providing a seed in your mind from which a love can grow.
Most often compared to The Strokes due to a similar vocal style and, of course, their simple, catchy guitar riffs, Tokyo Police Club are going to have to work hard to shake off this tag, but given what’s on show here, they’ll have no worries. In 18 minutes, the band manage to show more variety and energy that Casablanca’s men have managed in 3 albums. La Ferrassie, for instance, is a song which sounds more like it could belong more to Canadian compatriots Broken Social Scene than a stereotypical indie band, whereas the intelligent Nature of the Experiment is an indie anthem in waiting – funny, sharp and decisive, it is the song upon which the EP pivots.
Each song on the album has it’s own feel which may not be apparent upon first listen – indeed, sometimes it’s hard to differentiate between songs and it can take a keen ear to recognise the changes between songs. However , after a few listens, it becomes obvious, and the band’s talented riffs and lyrics become second nature.
Though the band’s list of priorities may be topped by the need to make an audience move (which is done with distinction at each of their shows), interesting and thought-provoking lyrics must be second, with an instant array of perfectly quotable lines springing up from nowhere. From the ridiculously sublime opening of ‘OPERATOR! Get me the president of the WORLD! This is an EMERGENCY!’(Cheer it on), to the heart tuggingly romantic ‘When we kiss my stars aline’ (Cut Cut Paste), the boys have it well covered in every department.
Though the band haven’t made many inroads to the mainstream either sound of the Atlantic yet and may have a full-length LP out by early next year, and the fact that their latest single (Your English is Good) doesn’t appear on it, A Lesson in Crime is an EP that should be handed out to every bedroom guitarist to show them exactly what passion and commitment mean. Tokyo Police Club have the potential to be the sleeper hit of the year, if only the public are smart enough to realise talent when they hear it.
Advantages: Wild trances, Still remains a classic, Groundbraking music Disadvantages: May not appeal to everyone, Only lasts for 20 min
...I bought the cd "A Lesson in Crime" I listened all the way though with no going back it was great some of the best music I have listened to in awhile, I told my mates to go and get the cd they did and it was as if we were in a trance set by Tokyo Police club. The music on the album is amazing as you will see below Cheer It On 3/5 The song has a very fast tempo, a great starter song since the lyrics and the tune grab your attention for the whole of ... ...is one of the best songs on the cd the song that started it all out for me, the lyrics are really catchy keep repeating "The nature of the experiment" brilliant. When you listen to the song you can Imagine lots of different things happening in the song. Citizens Of Tomorrow 5/5 This is the best song on the whole cd the tune and lyrics just cut it for me very remunerable tune. Shoulders And Arms 5/5 Another one of the best songs on the whole cd you ...
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Advantages: Sharp, feisty and energetic Disadvantages: It' only a EP and not a full album of their super tunes
If only all young guitar bands were smart enough to rock out this fast, banging out seven first-rate mod-punk party-starters in barely more than sixteen minutes. This foursome has nothing to do with Tokyo (they're from suburban Toronto) or law enforcement; they have everything to do with Buzzcocks-style velocity and Strokes-style guitar hooks, without slowing down for a breath. Their debut EP has no fat on its bones, from the moment David Monks opens ... ...president of the world -- this is an emergency!" "Nature of the Experiment" actually seems to have a fairly intelligent and, indeed, heart-tugging lyric ("It's my impeccable disorder/Where I keep on falling for her"). But intelligence rarely pokes its unwanted head into Tokyo Police Club's mission, which is making you do the hippy-hippy shake down the sidewalk. Mission accomplished
Gota love it, highly refreshing music from a band that are still ...
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Tokyo Police Club Review ofLesson In Crime, A - Tokyo Police Clubby
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Advantages: Great riffs, Good baselines Disadvantages: Short track lengths
Tokyo police club, a 4 piece band from toronto have blasted onto the scene with this rather impressive EP, it features 7 tracks which are: 1. Cheer It On 2. Nature Of The Experiment 3. Citizens of Tommorow 4. Shoulders & Arms 5. If It Works 6. Be Good 7. La Ferrassie
All of which i thought were brilliant, they all have catchy hooks and amazing baselines which you'll be singing in your head all day. The vocals are raw and gritty which really works ... ...Julian Casablancas. All the tracks are pacey, upbeat and addictive except La Ferrassie, the last track which they have seemed to slow down but sounds just as good as the others.
This EP left me wanting to hear more from the band, and hopefully they're here to stick around. 8/10 Overall ...
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Album Notes: The debut mini-album from hotly tipped Canadian rockers Tokyo Police Club delivers eight fast and furious punk and dance tinged numbers combining influences such as the Strokes and any number of 70's punk outfits. With humorous lyrical subject matter, epic yet hook-laden guitar riffs and multiple rhythms within a single song, 'A Lesson In Crime' has a lasting appeal and is a sure indication of great things to come from this high-energy quartet.
Titles on disc 1
1.: Cheer It On
2.: Nature Of The Experiment
3.: Citizens Of Tomorrow
4.: Shoulders And Arms
5.: If It Works
6.: Cut Cut Paste
7.: Be Good
8.: La Ferrassie
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