Neon Trees - Becoming Different People [2006]

Alright well I'm about to pass out, but I feel like I haven't posted much so this is gonna be quick. Normally I dismiss anything with the word "electronic" in it, since that (to me) implies repetition and preloaded songs, no need for talent. But Neon Trees was different. Synth lines flowing over singer Tyler Glenn's voice while a dancy backbeat plays behind them, it kept (and still keeps) me entertained and I fell in love. Unfortunately, the newer (and more popular) releases by these guys aren't nearly as good, but there's always this gem. "Tidal Waves" is arguably my favorite rock-out-in-my-undies tune. Just give it a listen.

Genre: Electronic Party Rock
For Fans Of: (I dunno, but according to iTunes) Animal Kingdom, The Whigs, The Killers
Contact: Myspace
Tracklisting:
1. Friendly Fire
2. Phones
3. Up Against The Glass
4. Tidal Waves
5. Souvenirs
6. The Morning Becomes Electric


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Foxy Shazam - Introducing... [2008]

Somewhere between soul and dance rock lies a little band from Cincinnati, Ohio known as Foxy Shazam. The opening song of the group's second effort really sets a mood for the whole album. After a live introduction, "Introducing Foxy" kicks off with lead singer, Sean Nally yelling "I always knew there was something special about that boy. The way he stuck his hand out the window and flew it like an airplane." and leads into a mish mash of what the whole record is about. Having fun and kickin metaphorical ass. Dealing with subject matters such as Robin Hood, bull fighting, and The Rocketeer, Nally flows lyrics from fun to funner. Their live show is just as crazy as their music, between Nally eating dozens of lit cigarettes and jumping on guitarist Loren Turner's shoulders, you'll have a good time. Also notable, this record has been proven by me to make you at least twice as good at bowling.

Genre: Goddamn Party Rock
For Fans Of: Gogol Bordello, The Fall of Troy, Horse. the Band (Yeah there's not a lot to compare them to)
Contact: Myspace
Tracklisting:
1. Introducing Foxy
2. The Rocketeer
3. A Dangerous Man
4. The Science of Love
5. A Black Man's Breakfast
6. It's Hair Smelled Like Bonfire
7. Red Cape Diver
8. Yes! Yes! Yes!
9. Ghost Animals
10. Cool


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