Get First Impressions of Earth now, it rocks, and could quite possibly be their best record.
Finally, the Strokes pretty much nailed the production, and the songs are solid.
It's sweet to hear that those old school motown basslines and more complex drumming are finally back, Julian Casablancas' lyrics have improved exponentially (he also sounds clearer and more dynamic), and the two-part guitar interplay sounds fresh and exciting (recognizing of course that it's all derivative).
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3 comments:
i'm trying to fall in love with the new songs at this very moment - i'm not sure yet....needs many more listens.
hey c,
what are your favorite songs off the new record so far?
i'm a fan of the leadoff track, not sure why, but "You Only Live Once" i find really kickin'.
I am so hip because I dig indie rock.
Everybody look at me as I give everything 5 stars. Unless someone who I think I am smarter than likes it, then it gets no stars.
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