Jack’s Mannequin – The Glass Passenger
The Glass Passenger is the second album from the Jack’s Mannequin. Led by ex-Something Corporate singer Andrew McMahon, this is an amazing collection of songs. For those of you who don’t know, Andrew was diagnosed with Leukemia right after finished the band’s first disc, Everything In Transit. The Glass Passenger features songs directly influenced by this ordeal.
The lyrical content is what really makes this cd stand out. Songs like “The Resolution” speak of standing on your own two feet and not needing the approval of others to be who you are and do what you want to do. Other tracks like the popular “Swim”, feature verses wrapped in hope for the future and the burning desire to never give up.
If you’re having a rough day and need a little pick-me-up, Andrew brings the jams that will get you through the day.
Rating: 5/5
RIYL (Rock If You Like): Something Corporate, The Fray, OneRepublic
D/L: http://www.megaupload.com/?d=DMU5RI1Q
Cartel – Cycles
“I have no worries, I’m in no hurry here”, belts Cartel lead singer Will Pugh in the B-side “I’m in no hurry.” “No worries” pretty much describes the whole album. After being widely panned for their participation in Dr. Pepper’s Band in A Bubble promotion and producing a subpar album, Cartel is back in a big way with Cycles.
The first track “Let’s Go” sets the tone for what’s to come with a huge hook and lively guitars. The album’s lyrical content focuses on the universal themes of love and loss that everyone can identify with. This is a cd that just screams “SUMMER” and it’s best played with the windows down and the speakers turned all the way up.
Rating: 4.5/5
RIYL: New Found Glory, The Starting Line, Summer
D/L: http://www.mediafire.com/?lzzjjngtgzz
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