4. Caught In The Storm
Another stand out track. This one is superbly upbeat, yet has a kind of philosophical side to it that many listeners may miss. The verse and pre-chorus represent this lyrically: To the streets, to the river / Where the broken dreams flow out into the seaTo the saints, to the sinners, all the losers and the winners / Were all just looking for something we all can believe in. The lyrics are on the same par that Rzeznik wrote as a youngster disillusioned with the television war between the cynics and the saints heard on Flat Top off A Boy Named Goo (1996). It would seem that Rzeznik has become a lot happier in his life, and its fascinating to hear his music document that journey. 5. Bringing On The Light
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aonZFCbXuOo Its often hard to ignore the slight problem that bassist Robby Takac cant sing, but on the first of his traditional two-track spell, the best elements can be heard underneath his smoky rasps. This is probably one of the best tracks on the album in terms of instrumentation; it provides edgy rock and a turn up the amp attitude. Finally, and it has been ages, Rzeznik sings some proper backing vocals, showcasing the longevity of a friendship that has lasted since the two met as gravelling punk rockers in their hometown of Buffalo, New York in the late 1980s. Listen for the piercing lead guitar in this one.
Liam Woodcock
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English and History graduate from the University of York. I love all things culture, whether it's film, music, TV, sport or anything else I enjoy writing about. My main interests range from metacinema and Oscar nominations to comic book movies, sci-fi, supernatural television and the musical world of rock n' roll.
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