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PARAMORE
"Riot!" (Fueled by Ramen; 2007)
Reviewed by Jeff Rogers
Paramore are pop punk and Emo. Their lead singer is Hayley Williams and she's got some great snarl; she also has a really good voice and when she sings she can belt out the high notes. Before I get started with the review, check out the record label: Fueled by Ramen is considered the epicenter of the Emo-pop movement. "Fueled by Ramen." I can only guess what they eat for lunch. Okay, back to the music. This is Paramore's second disc and it sounds great and I think it's because a female singer is fronting the band. Pop punk isn't just a boy's club anymore.
I'll ask you for just one more glance away from the review, if you don't mind: Check out the album cover art. Who does it remind you of? E-mail me with your answer.
Paramore has a lot of energy, and they push that through their music and lyrics. Hayley can put the power down when she's getting her point across. The guitar is punchy and the drums are just as quick. They do have a few slow songs that help the Emo label find its place; most of them are pop punk and three minutes in length. This is a good selection when it comes to party music; it also helps the punk chicks to have a role model.
Check out these tracks: "For a Pessimist, I'm Pretty Optimistic," "That's Why You Get," "Miracle," and "Crushcrushcrush."
Paramore: Hayley Williams – lead vocals; Josh Farro – lead guitar, rhythm guitar, backing vocals; Jeremy Davis – bass guitar; Zac Farro – drums, percussion.
For more information, check out http://www.paramore.net.
Rating Guide:
A classic. This record will kick your ass.
Killer. Not a classic but it will rock your world.
So-so. You've heard better.
Pretty bad. Might make a nice coaster.
Self explanatory. Just the sight of the cover makes you wanna hurl.
Copyright © 2011 by R.
Scott Bolton. All rights reserved.
Revised:
09 Feb 2011 02:01:07 -0600 .
