Jun 29

Ah yes, what I actually set out to do here…music reviews! The page has been scattered lately, and I have had a lot going on, so it has been my little complaint fest, but enough! I am going to try and free up some time in the very near future to get everything going.

At any rate, I have always been an Alkaline Trio fan, and it’s not going to change now. I got a chance to listen to Agony and Irony lately. Every Alkaline Trio album that comes out I think to myself “I don’t like this as well as the last album” but then a few days later, I cannot stop listening to it. Currently, I am listening to Love Love Kiss Kiss and it sort of puts that quirky smile on my face that I would get when I was 12 and saw a cute boy. Being all most 27 and married, I can still relate to the lyrics though.

See, that’s what’s great about Alkaline Trio. When I was a teenager, I could relate, and now as an adult, I can relate just the same. I was quite worried when I found out they were going major label, and while it does not sound as rough as some as the later albums, it is still sweet and sincere, yet haunting at the same time.

So here it goes:

Pros: The lyrics blend beautifully. There are catchy hooks sing song phrases that one can easily cruise down the highway while belting them out. The songs are light enough to be able to relax to them. I guess if you are looking for an all out rock album, then that would not be a pro, but I have nights when I get home from work, and the last thing I want to hear are shredding riffs, so this works for me. Lost and Rendered is pretty upbeat and has some darn catchy guitar in it. If I was seeing them play this album live, I would be bobbing my head rather than moshing, but once again, sometimes that’s just okay…

Cons: Compared to other AT3 albums, I do find this one to be a little slower, and more clean cut. And here comes the bad analogy. It’s like a good looking guy going into the military. He is going to come out still good looking, just not as rough around the edges and lacking slight personality. I cannot say the album is highly original, but I cannot say it’s just like the rest of what is out there either. Alkaline Trio has always had their own personality and style when it comes to their music, and this album holds true…in a mellow sort of way.

Favorite Songs: Calling all skeletons. Over and out. Love love kiss kiss. Lost and rendered. Help me. Ruin it.

Least Favorite Songs: I found away. Do you wanna know. Live young die fast.