03-22-2009, 12:25 PM
spottrax Wrote:I can't believe the downright polar opposite opinions so far (based on 30 sec clips). I will say with all honesty that I am so geeked about this album after hearing these clips. I was really dissapointed that LIAF was the radio single. Sounds to me like Honey and a couple others would've been much better. I think the album is the result of writing, performing and the willingness to try different things....to Mature. Our beloved Hip has taken us on a ride like no other band could've and personally I am grateful.
I don't believe this is a Bob Rock experiment gone emuck. I think it is the guys finally saying "mandolin? sure? more acoustic insted of les Pauls on everything? sure, lets layer the backing vocals? sure. Gords singing sounds great on this so far. Downie is the heart and soul of the band. I love to put DFN in my premium stereo system in my car and turn the volume up to 10, but I am also very interested to see this band expand and mature.
Power comes in many forms in music. I think this is going to be the most powerful album they've ever done...if not the loudest....
I am so happy they are going in this direction!!!!! :thumb: :thumb:
true dat.