If you find yourself thinking, "This song sounds just like that AC/DC song," or "Those lyrics are silly," or "That arrangement is so over the top, they can't be serious," then you are listening to The Darkness the right way.
"Dreams On Toast" is the band's new record and I think it's their best since 2012's "Hot Cakes."
Yes, the band is hilarious at times. Sometimes, they are down right goofy. But that doesn't mean they can't play rock and roll. They are arena ready, with all of your favorite hard rock riffs, but they can also write a beautiful melody. That the lyrics on the chorus of "Don't Need Sunshine" say-
"I don't need sunshine to get me a tan
I don't need an app to show me how far I ran
I don't want be a part of anybody else's plan
I don't need a woman to behave like a man
I'm alive, more or less
Less is more so I say no instead of yes"
-is part of the plan.
The band is having fun, and you should, too. Justin Hawkins is no dummy.
"Dreams On Toast" is a trim 33 minutes long, and every song is a different musical adventure, from the hard rocking opener "Rock & Roll Party Cowboy" to the band's very first country song, "Hot On My Tail," there is something for everyone here. Listen to "Walking Through Fire." It's 3 minutes of nothing but hooks! Just loosen your belt, put on an oversized tee shirt, reach for your air guitar and get in on it.
The Darkness know what they are doing and the best way to enjoy their brilliance is to know it, too.
8 comments:
Walking Through Fire is just what I needed this AM. BTW, iTunes store has the album priced at $6.99 so I just make the purchase
Well, that made my day. What a great band.
It's only rock and roll, but I like it.
Love me some new Darkness! Can't wait for the inevitable expanded edition to get 4 more songs!
Doesn't hurt that Freddie is being channeled - LOVE this shit!
It's fantastique!! ( I learned my French from Ian Dury ) I would say their best yet, albeit after one listen,. But I have faith I'll repeat that claim after subsequent spins ( Cds do spin inside that compartment, don't they? )
Your summation is right on the money. The album is just what the doctor ordered. Cheers!
I watch a fair amount of Justin Hawkins Rides Again. He's great, and so is the band, but I don't really "hear" the music.
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