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October 16, 2008
Posted by kramer
Even though Tom Chaplin might be a little crazy looking, I feel that he has some of the strongest male vocals in any band making music today. His voice is pure and his pitch, consistent. Plus, he is British (which scores big points in my book as the majority of my favorite bands are from across the pond).
I had VERY high expectations for Keane's new album, PERFECT SYMMETRY, because I think I was one of about 5 people who really enjoyed their 2nd album. I love bands that grow and progress and decide to try new things as they develop (see Radiohead; Sigur Ros). That is exactly what Keane has done over the course of their first two discs and they continue it with their 3rd.
I was laughing when I heard the cd the first time because it is very "throwback" sounding in how they use a lot of synthesizer and programming that reminds you of the whole 80's sound. The thing that makes it progressive is that they blend it smoothly into their established piano rock sound. It is toe tapping good and just infectious from the get-go (A perfect example is the track "Better than This." Just try and not shake your moneymaker).
Additionally, the boys in Keane don't let down their diehard "traditional" fans with some great quality ballads towards the back end of the album. The first half is a dance party and the 2nd half is for you to make out after you got your groove on.
I think that a lot of old fans will come back to Keane with this album and they might just add a few new fans while they are at it. I also have complete confidence that this album won't be a short rotation on my IPOD. It is a keeper.
Stand out tracks are: "Perfect Symmetry" "Black Burning Heart" "You Don't See Me"
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