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CD Review: Fratellis resemble Strokes, Beatles
Kathleen McKiernan
Issue date: 3/8/07 Section: Entertainment
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03/08/07 - Since I am a fan of bands like Red Jumpsuit Apparatus and Quietdrive, a new subgenre of rock music was revealed to me through the Fratellis. Producing a mix between bands like the Strokes, Head Automatica and Jet, the Fratellis offer a great, upbeat album, Costello Music, that is sure to turn any bad day around.
Created in December 2005 with drummer and vocalist Mince Fratelli, guitarist and vocalist Jon Fratelli and bassist Barry Fratelli, the Fratellis were guaranteed to make a great album.
What make this Glasgow, Scotland-based band interesting are the guitar rifts, as well as the original lyrics. The beats even make you think of a modern day Beatles, which automatically qualifies the Fratellis as worthwhile.
Also noticeably, the writing quality makes the music all come together, setting Costello Music off from the rest of mainstream music.
Exemplifying the great lyrics is my favorite song, "Flathead." It encompasses all of the band's characteristics: fun-loving, eccentric and catchy.
This fast-paced single has a unique sound and interesting lyrics. Addressing a "flathead," the lyric, "I saw you one time at the back of the club chewing on glass and a ticket stub I heard they kicked the boy till he bled" definitely stands out.
Track three, "****ry Boys and City Girls," with its catchy beat, describes the wildness that can happen when sex-hungry country boys meet city girls. These lyrics are definitely unconventional and not conservative.
With an excellent beginning guitar rift, "Doginabag," track five, addresses problems in the world, specifically the self-absorbed habits of people and their inability to notice anything wrong. The track also signals loneliness and imperfection.
Although Costello Music features excellent guitar rifts, interesting lyrics and original beats, there are some downfalls. The songs sound similar, with comparable beats and lyric subjects. By the last track, a listener can think he or she has already heard the song.
Also, the Fratellis' music may not draw a wide range of fans. The lyrics may seem too racy and sex-orientated to a conservative listener. The lyrics discussing the insane and wild people of the world may not appeal to those who like simpler, happier approaches to music.
However, Costello Music is a favorable album overall. With its upbeat, fast-paced lyrics and beats, the Fratellis are likely to draw some attention. Be sure to catch the Fratellis' Costello Music when it is released in the United States March 13.
Created in December 2005 with drummer and vocalist Mince Fratelli, guitarist and vocalist Jon Fratelli and bassist Barry Fratelli, the Fratellis were guaranteed to make a great album.
What make this Glasgow, Scotland-based band interesting are the guitar rifts, as well as the original lyrics. The beats even make you think of a modern day Beatles, which automatically qualifies the Fratellis as worthwhile.
Also noticeably, the writing quality makes the music all come together, setting Costello Music off from the rest of mainstream music.
Exemplifying the great lyrics is my favorite song, "Flathead." It encompasses all of the band's characteristics: fun-loving, eccentric and catchy.
This fast-paced single has a unique sound and interesting lyrics. Addressing a "flathead," the lyric, "I saw you one time at the back of the club chewing on glass and a ticket stub I heard they kicked the boy till he bled" definitely stands out.
Track three, "****ry Boys and City Girls," with its catchy beat, describes the wildness that can happen when sex-hungry country boys meet city girls. These lyrics are definitely unconventional and not conservative.
With an excellent beginning guitar rift, "Doginabag," track five, addresses problems in the world, specifically the self-absorbed habits of people and their inability to notice anything wrong. The track also signals loneliness and imperfection.
Although Costello Music features excellent guitar rifts, interesting lyrics and original beats, there are some downfalls. The songs sound similar, with comparable beats and lyric subjects. By the last track, a listener can think he or she has already heard the song.
Also, the Fratellis' music may not draw a wide range of fans. The lyrics may seem too racy and sex-orientated to a conservative listener. The lyrics discussing the insane and wild people of the world may not appeal to those who like simpler, happier approaches to music.
However, Costello Music is a favorable album overall. With its upbeat, fast-paced lyrics and beats, the Fratellis are likely to draw some attention. Be sure to catch the Fratellis' Costello Music when it is released in the United States March 13.
