Here's what I thought
of The Fratellis new album, “ We Need Medicine.” Remember – all
scores are out of a possible 10.
“Halloween Blues”
- A straightforward rock and roll ass kicking track. I liked so
much about this – from the vocals to the energy to the attitude.
Nice job. Score: 9
“This Old Ghost
Town” - I liked the energy of this track, but the keyboards
kind of drove me batty. Also, the phrasing of the lyrics and music
annoyed me a bit as well. Score: 4
“She's Not Gone
Yet But She's Leaving” - Normally, when a singer repeats the
name of the song over and over it annoys me, but in this instance I
totally got into this track. It almost had a Fastball kind of feel to
the rhythm – which I totally dug. Score: 8
“Seven Nights
Seven Days” - What I like most about this rock track is that is
comes off as honest. No pretension, just rock and roll riffs and
clean strong vocals. I like it very much. Score: 9
“Shotgun Shoes”
- Musically, this song interested me somewhat, but the phrasing
once again put me off. I just didn't get it – and it seemed to go
one for too long. Score: 5
“Whisky Saga” -
On this track, the phrasing totally pulled me in. This track is
fun, hooky, and engaging. I love the vocals and the energy. Score:
8
“This Is Not The
End Of The World” - A groove heavy track with strong vocals and
a hooky chorus. Score: 8
“Jeannie Nitro”
- An excellent surf rock track. What I love most about this song
it that it tells a story. I miss storytelling in songs. The music is
engaging and the vocals are inviting. All around a fabulous track.
Score: 10
“We Need Medicine”
- Just a fun hooky rock track. I enjoyed the vocals and the music
overall. Nicely done. Score: 8
“Rock N Roll Will
Break Your Heart” - Wow – a highlight of the entire album.
Excellent lyrics and awesome vocals. Engaging music. Everything works
on this track. Score: 10
“Until She Saves
My Soul” - A fun song to listen to, but in this instance the
repetitive chorus worked my nerves. Score: 6
Average Track Score:
7.7 – pretty solid. Would I recommend this album to buy?
ABSOLUTELY.
Escalader,
Jim
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