- Audio CD (11 Oct 2011)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Label: Nettwerk
- ASIN: B005G5NPMO
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Vinyl | MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,335,275 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The Rifles are a band that I have increasingly learned to appreciate. Their music is catchy and upbeat, and a real pleasure to experience.
This new album does differ from the Rifles previous albums, a fact that I personally like. So be-warned, don't expect 'The Great Escape Part 2'. I know its tempting to create the same old same old if it worked so well the first time, which the Great Escape did, but its nice to see a band trying to be creative and pushing the boundries a little.
This said, if you liked the Great Escape and you are prepared to be a little open-minded you will love this album. Some really good quality well-written songs which you can listen to again and again, and still get something new out of every time.
My favorite song on the album is Eveline. I'm not sure why, it just got me the first time I heard it.
This new album does differ from the Rifles previous albums, a fact that I personally like. So be-warned, don't expect 'The Great Escape Part 2'. I know its tempting to create the same old same old if it worked so well the first time, which the Great Escape did, but its nice to see a band trying to be creative and pushing the boundries a little.
This said, if you liked the Great Escape and you are prepared to be a little open-minded you will love this album. Some really good quality well-written songs which you can listen to again and again, and still get something new out of every time.
My favorite song on the album is Eveline. I'm not sure why, it just got me the first time I heard it.
9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
To say that I was a little excited to hear that 'The Rifles' were releasing their third studio album was an understatement. At the same time however, I was slightly concerned that they may feel forced into changing their style to finally make it into the big time. Whilst the new album does demonstrate a more 'radio-friendly' sound, the rifles do not sacrifice what has made them successful to date, that is, bouncy, uplifting music!
Songs such as 'Tangled up in Love' and 'Long Walk Back' are likely to be what this album is remembered for, but these are complemented well by others, 'Falling' being one track that gives everyone a moment to just catch their breath!
It has long been professed that 'The Rifles' are Britain's most underrated band but hopefully with their latest effort, they will be given the opportunity to make chart playlists and be heard at the country's biggest festivals!
Purchase this album and enjoy!!!
Songs such as 'Tangled up in Love' and 'Long Walk Back' are likely to be what this album is remembered for, but these are complemented well by others, 'Falling' being one track that gives everyone a moment to just catch their breath!
It has long been professed that 'The Rifles' are Britain's most underrated band but hopefully with their latest effort, they will be given the opportunity to make chart playlists and be heard at the country's biggest festivals!
Purchase this album and enjoy!!!
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Its 2005, the Rifles enter a music scene bristling with guitar pop with their 7 inch single Peace and Quiet. And it was evident from that point on that they would outlast many of their peers.
Well, no, actually. Truth is they were just one of many bands trying to stand out in an oversaturated scene. Skip ahead to 2011 and they are still here however. Their previous output has admittedly shown increasing promise, and Freedom Run is their best outing yet.
Yes it has harmonies ('Coming Home'), it has strings ('Tangled Up In Love'), and pianos ('Long Walk Back'), and skyscraper guitars ('Sweetest Thing'). They move beyond the Jam model. In this sense Freedom Run is not unlike Falcon by the Courteeners.
But what I like most about this album is an overall feeling of contentment. Gone are the angsty songs about failing relationships and disillusionment, replaced with relaxed songcraft. The walls aren't crashing around them anymore, nor are they looking for something else. Its sounds like they have found that all elusive peace and quiet, and are happy to be there.
It is difficult to see where the band will go from here - they don't seem to be threatening the mainstream (although 'Falling' does scream advert!) and there can't be that much more to say. But it is nice to know the Rifles don't seem to feel they have anything to prove to anyone, and if this is their last album, then its a very fine happy ending.
Picks: 'Long Walk Back', 'Tangled Up In Love', 'Falling'
Well, no, actually. Truth is they were just one of many bands trying to stand out in an oversaturated scene. Skip ahead to 2011 and they are still here however. Their previous output has admittedly shown increasing promise, and Freedom Run is their best outing yet.
Yes it has harmonies ('Coming Home'), it has strings ('Tangled Up In Love'), and pianos ('Long Walk Back'), and skyscraper guitars ('Sweetest Thing'). They move beyond the Jam model. In this sense Freedom Run is not unlike Falcon by the Courteeners.
But what I like most about this album is an overall feeling of contentment. Gone are the angsty songs about failing relationships and disillusionment, replaced with relaxed songcraft. The walls aren't crashing around them anymore, nor are they looking for something else. Its sounds like they have found that all elusive peace and quiet, and are happy to be there.
It is difficult to see where the band will go from here - they don't seem to be threatening the mainstream (although 'Falling' does scream advert!) and there can't be that much more to say. But it is nice to know the Rifles don't seem to feel they have anything to prove to anyone, and if this is their last album, then its a very fine happy ending.
Picks: 'Long Walk Back', 'Tangled Up In Love', 'Falling'
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The Rifles - still firing on all cylinders
On first listen I was sceptical of the latest Rifles offering. Entitled "Freedom Run", their third album exchanges the reverb-laden fast-paced indie tunes of albums past for at... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Steve
Fantastic
I love all three albums. Very 1960's to the second age of mod of the late 70's but this is still fresh and alive. Read more
Published 2 months ago by J.Penn
Yet another great album
3 great albums now and always great live,The Rifles are so underrated it's ridiculous.As other reviewers have mentioned , their latest offering is not the same sound as the... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Sisco
Back again for more brilliance
The Rifles have dug out their own unique hole in music and I see keep digging. That is to say they've done two great albums and this is equal to them both. Love those boys.
Published 4 months ago by Mr. S. Gordon
God what happened!!!!!
This is nothing like the last album, all the rawness has gone and is very bland with every song just not doing it for me. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mr. Karen Firth
Not for me really.
I have only listened, maybe I need to give this more of a listen but I loved the first two album and couldn't say which is my favourite, they are brilliant live and think they are... Read more
Published 7 months ago by GJNJ
Excellent as always
Brilliant third CD. Some lovely tracks on this. There has been some comments not to expect another "Great Escape", but I'm not sure where there coming from. Read more
Published 7 months ago by TopMod
Woefully short of expectations
The `Great Escape' and No Love Lost unashamedly showcased the bands; Paul Weller/ Ray Davis inspired retro mod indie aspirations. Read more
Published 7 months ago by P. Frizelle
Strength to Strength
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