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The King Blues, probably the biggest underground punk band in Britain, return with their hotly anticipated second album, Save The World, Get The Girl. Taking a huge step forward from the DIY scratchiness of their first album, Save The World, Get The Girl, sees the band's impressive songwriting given a new sheen by veteran producer (Clive Langer - Madness, Elvis Costello) as well as long time collaborator Peter Miles. The CD is augmented by enhanced bonus material - including photo galleries, videos, comics and filmed thank yous.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The King Blues are a band I discovered back with their debut album `Under the Fog' released in 2006. I could not contain my enthusiasm when offered the chance to review their new album and they did not disappoint. Lead singer Jonny `Itch' Fox described the album as "an autobiographical story about my youth". Many songs on the album are far more introspective then overtly political that deal with universal feelings such as love and friendship.
The King Blues mix punk, ska, folk and reggae into a fusion that is both anthemic and soulful. August saw the release of the first single `Let's Hang The Landlord' soon to be followed by the second single `My Boulder' on October 13th. Both songs have fantastic choruses that will be stuck in their fans heads for weeks.
Politically the albums title track `Save The World, Get The Girl' features the line "Going to war to prevent war is the most stupid thing I ever heard" and `The Streets Are Ours' acts as a perfect protest anthem. The song touches on topics like Tiananmen Square and Indymedia (a collective of independent journalists offering non-profit news at grassroots level).
With the heartfelt and political songs, Itch has found time to express his sense of humour with the end track `What If Punk Never Happened'. In near spoken word the poetry flows smoothly and presenting an alternative reality where the social and cultural impact of punk music would never be felt.
The King Blues have made another outstanding record and given their support on Radio 1 from the likes of Zane Lowe and Mike Davies their profile will continue to rise. `Save The World, Get The Girl' has delivered an album of sheer passion crammed with uplifting songs for which we can all relate.
The King Blues are a political band who practise what they preach always active and never dogmatic in their message. With their second record, the sound of revolt is certain to grow ever louder as The King Blues continue to be one of the best bands on the UK punk scene.
The King Blues mix punk, ska, folk and reggae into a fusion that is both anthemic and soulful. August saw the release of the first single `Let's Hang The Landlord' soon to be followed by the second single `My Boulder' on October 13th. Both songs have fantastic choruses that will be stuck in their fans heads for weeks.
Politically the albums title track `Save The World, Get The Girl' features the line "Going to war to prevent war is the most stupid thing I ever heard" and `The Streets Are Ours' acts as a perfect protest anthem. The song touches on topics like Tiananmen Square and Indymedia (a collective of independent journalists offering non-profit news at grassroots level).
With the heartfelt and political songs, Itch has found time to express his sense of humour with the end track `What If Punk Never Happened'. In near spoken word the poetry flows smoothly and presenting an alternative reality where the social and cultural impact of punk music would never be felt.
The King Blues have made another outstanding record and given their support on Radio 1 from the likes of Zane Lowe and Mike Davies their profile will continue to rise. `Save The World, Get The Girl' has delivered an album of sheer passion crammed with uplifting songs for which we can all relate.
The King Blues are a political band who practise what they preach always active and never dogmatic in their message. With their second record, the sound of revolt is certain to grow ever louder as The King Blues continue to be one of the best bands on the UK punk scene.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The King Blues second album is surely the best British album of 2008.
Not only can you sing your heart out at 3am to every song, but so can your Gran.
Its more awesome than a skanking duck - and that's awesome.
Buy it, and make the world a better place.
Save The World - Get The Girl
And while you're at it, treat your ears to the wonder that is their first album, seriously, its like listening to little punk rock angels.
Under The Fog
Not only can you sing your heart out at 3am to every song, but so can your Gran.
Its more awesome than a skanking duck - and that's awesome.
Buy it, and make the world a better place.
Save The World - Get The Girl
And while you're at it, treat your ears to the wonder that is their first album, seriously, its like listening to little punk rock angels.
Under The Fog
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
After thinking Under the Fog was possibly the best album I'd ever heard, I was in doubt as to whether The King Blues would be able to top themselves yet again with Save the World, Get the Girl. But, never failing to impress, they have. Save the World, Get the Girl is 100% amazing from start to finish, with complete anthems such as I Got Love to lyrical masterpieces such as the last track What If Punk Never Happened. The King Blues are without a doubt my favourite band.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
world saved
i can keep this review short and sweet.the king blues are one of the finest bands around at the moment and every song on here stands up to repeated listening. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mr. Richard Fardell
speechless.....
I first heard the king blues on spotify when their new album Punk and Poetry was being advertised. I decided to listen and i fell in love with this band :) I then bought all their... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Matthew Tomkins
Awesome
I had never heard of these guys before seeing them at one of the festivals this year, they blew the competition away, if you get the chance go and see them, their energy is... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Gusto
Save the world - Get the girl
I like this new side of the king blues. I know their music isn't as political as it used to be, but it's still meaningful in other ways - More personal in my opinion. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Sam
Save the world get the Girl
This is a great cd of a band i had only heard a bit. I have lent to lots of my frineds and they alln liked it i would recomend it to anyone.
Published on 6 July 2009 by George Mason
Terrific!
I caught a snippet of them on radio one a couple of months ago and on the basis of that I bought the album. Read more
Published on 1 July 2009 by F. Blackshaw
Great album!
I bought 'The King Blues' album without really knowing much about the band, but it has proved an excellent buy. Read more
Published on 8 Jun 2009 by May Rose
A great album from start to finish
I caught the title track by chance, The album was so cheap on Amazon I took a chance and brought it, what an album, so good I am booking tickets to see them live in Uxbridge this... Read more
Published on 15 April 2009 by Monty
It's good, but it's not punk...
This was bought on a whim, and on the strength of the reviews read on here. To be honest, it's not really what it's advertised as. Read more
Published on 14 Jan 2009 by J. F. Gadd
Better
Having fallen in love with their first album "Under the Fog" I had to buy this. I was pretty blown away, they really have developed there own style. Read more
Published on 25 Nov 2008 by Mr. C. J. Kirby
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