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Track by Track Review
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The Radio and Me
Keyboard based sounds get this underway. The vocals come in bringing a lot of pop to the table. This is a pleasant tune, but it’s really over-processed. I think if they had gone a little lighter this would be a great pop rock song. The hooks and basic concept still manage to stand tall, but that processing annoys me so much. |
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Lifeline
Now, this is a lot more organic. It’s a soft rock number with plenty of pop sound built into. There are hints of The Beatles at times, along with some folk music and more. This is both modern and retro in sound. |
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We Better Go
Driving, more alternative based, this class brings some variety along with some class. It’s not my favorite thing here, but it definitely has its charms. |
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Velma Daisy Dinkley
Yes, this is written about that Velma. It’s bouncy, alternative pop music. It’s quirky in some intriguing ways. Odd as this song is, it’s actually one of my favorites here. It has so much magic built into it. |
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Parvin State Park
This alternative rocker is very cool. It really gets into some rocking zones via some of the guitar work. |
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Candyland
Bouncy alternative pop, this is fun, but not a standout. |
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Peas and Carrots
We get more lyrical references to Scooby Doo on this track. The number is bouncy, playful and so much fun. It’s also tastefully quirky It even leans toward art rock. It’s a standout on the album. |
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This Old Man
More pop oriented, this alternative piece is bouncy and entertaining. |
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That Sinking Feeling
This one just doesn’t work as well for me. It has a good energy, but the particular brand of alternative music doesn’t really resonate with me. |
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Scooter Skeleton
A bouncy tune, this has retro textures, but also plenty of alternative pop in the mix. |
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Chipping Away
This is even bouncier than the previous track was. It’s got almost a polka vibe to it. It’s a fun romp. |
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Bones
A keyboard and vocal based song, this leans toward progressive rock. It is more balladic. It also has one of the most intriguing vocal arrangements of the disc. It’s also one of the highlights of the album. |
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