Youth And Young Manhood - Kings Of Leon > Reviews > The Kings Of Leon Debut Album

Author's product rating:   

Originality	Definitely a cut above the rest
Lyrics	Sublime
Quality and consistency of tracks	Flawless
How does it compare to the artist's other releases	Outstanding
Value for Money	Excellent

Advantages:	A Catchy Mix Of Southern Style Musics
Disadvantages:	The Vocalist's Style May Not Be Your Cup Of Tea

Recommend to potential buyers:

yes

Full review

The Kings of Leon have exploded in notoriety in recent years, and this is where it really all started. The debut album kicks of with the psychotic guitar anthem "Red Morning Light" that shows you just what the kings (and thier guitars) are capable of in this barnstorming first track that is arguably one of the best on the album. We then reach the deceptiviely simple "Happy Alone", don't be fooled by the unpretentious beginnings, once the chorus is reached, then there is no looking back as the track opens the throttle. After the similar "Wasted Time", we reach the ballad section.
"Joe's Head" and "Trani" are some great floaty style ballads with style, "Joe's Head" having a bit of pace that sets it apart from "Trani". From here we reach the cowbell-beat intro of "California Waiting"; a great, driving force that is a microcosm of what the album is about.
Similarly powerful rock/Rhythm&Blues tracks "Spiral Staircase" and "Molly's Chambers" add a bit of bite towards the end of the album.
The rhythmic volatility of "Genius" will leave a few a little disoriented until the chorus, where the king's distinctive sound really comes into it's own. We say goodbye to this sublime album with "Holy Roller Novocaine", from their first EP, and "Talihina Sky". For those who can wait the eight minuites to hear the final hidden track, i would advise against it; it's is good, but not in the same league as the rest of the album.

Burn It: Red Morning Light, Spiral Staircase, Genius, Holy Roller Novocaine