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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
For once you can! Following their Kerrang interview a few weeks ago, i was a bit sceptical about the 'next big thing' but checked out their myspace page anyway and i was glad i did. No music has moved me this much in years. Every word out of Brian Fallon's mouth drips with passion, heart and soul, like every word could be his last.
It may not be original (does anyone make anything original these days anyway?), it follows Springsteen's template of telling tales of small town folk, their (and indeed Fallon's) tales of love, loss and discovery. Indeed TGA's sound comes on like the young Springsteen fronting Jimmy Eat World or even The Killers (with added balls).
Every song is played to perfection, hooks to die for, never outstaying their welcome. It's Emo music that is actually emotional and not about identikit haircuts or music vids that are more like mobile phone adverts. This band plays music because they want to, need to, because that's all they have.
Check it out, let yourself be transported to a world offramp diners, seaside boardwalks and 50's Chevys racing down the street. Album of the year by a galatic lightyear.
It may not be original (does anyone make anything original these days anyway?), it follows Springsteen's template of telling tales of small town folk, their (and indeed Fallon's) tales of love, loss and discovery. Indeed TGA's sound comes on like the young Springsteen fronting Jimmy Eat World or even The Killers (with added balls).
Every song is played to perfection, hooks to die for, never outstaying their welcome. It's Emo music that is actually emotional and not about identikit haircuts or music vids that are more like mobile phone adverts. This band plays music because they want to, need to, because that's all they have.
Check it out, let yourself be transported to a world offramp diners, seaside boardwalks and 50's Chevys racing down the street. Album of the year by a galatic lightyear.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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`The 59 Sound' is another storming album from New Jersey boys The Gaslight Anthem. On this album you get a selection of short, punchy tracks that can't help but put a smile on your face and leave you feeling uplifted. It's simple, good rock music that lives up to the legacy of New Jersey musicianship. There are a few Springsteen references on this album that fans of his will notice and will produce a wry smile. The title track stands out, as does `The Backseat' but to be honest there aren't any dud tracks on this album and although it is short, it manages to pack song after song of great music in. Top riff after riff and hook after hook will keep you coming back for more and this makes for one highly recommended album indeed.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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Gaslight Anthem are a band I was not aware of until the EP they released before this. Over 4 songs they perfect the pop/punk/soul combination in effortless style. Proving that this was certainly not a fluke, Gaslight come up trumps on their 2nd album. All the tracks here have great melodies, and massive hooks. The general feel is one of uplifting, even if some of the lyrics have melancholic overtones.
In an age where a good pop song is often eschewed in favour of funny time signatures/weird chords, it's great to see a band take the simple pop formula and give it a new lease of life.
This is a quite brilliant album that demands repeat plays.
In an age where a good pop song is often eschewed in favour of funny time signatures/weird chords, it's great to see a band take the simple pop formula and give it a new lease of life.
This is a quite brilliant album that demands repeat plays.
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the gaslight anthem
i love this band and the album. I'm so happy with this cd plus is new and very good quality :)
Published 5 days ago by ashlie
Amazing band
I had never even heard of the gaslight anthem then one day when I had a spare tenner and was in HMV buying a CD and it was 2 for the price of one or something so I had to pick... Read more
Published 6 months ago by tgarrud
First Class
This CD was bought for my son's 30th birthday. He lives in Dublin and came home for a few days. On his 4 hour drive back to Holyhead to catch the ferry home he had ample time to... Read more
Published 11 months ago by C. Dul
Excellent
I wasn't aware of this band until I came across them when looking at Springsteen stuff on Amazon. I took a chance and bought it without listening to it, and have to say it lives up... Read more
Published 16 months ago by GrahamB
Sprinsteen-lite
How disappointing, to hear this after reading all the rave reviews here. I'm not one of those to have a problem with a slightly out of tune voice. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Simon Turner
Brilliant Album
I would never have known about Gaslight Anthem had I not bought Springsteen at Hyde Park and watched Brian Fallon perform with The Boss perhaps the finest rendition of No Surrender... Read more
Published 20 months ago by K. Desborough
It's a gas
The Gaslight Anthem top their debut Sink or Swim with this masterful collection of power-punk tunes in the mold of Springsteen, et.al. Read more
Published 22 months ago by The Outsider
A reasonable attempt
The Gaslight Anthem try to bridge a strange gap between Springsteen blue collar "good ol' boys" rock songs about girls named Maria and the gruff punk rock of bands like Hot Water... Read more
Published 22 months ago by MikeyTage
59 sound
this band are playing hard rock calling in june so thought i'd give them a listen. very bruce springsteen. easy listening. not what i was expecing from the name. but good
Published on 27 Mar 2010 by curlygirl
Brilliant, Haunting, ROCK
After fully listening to this album- bought on the recomdation of a friend- I have to say it's stunning. Read more
Published on 10 Mar 2010 by Bluegreendark
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