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4.5
I just found out about The Sounds a little over a month ago. Ended up buying Dying To Say This To You purely on a hunch, hoping it be worth a quarter of what I paid (a mere 10 dollars I might add). To say I was in dire need of some good music was an understatement. I enjoyed Dying... endlessly and figured "why not get Living In America, it's only 8 bucks". Turns out that, too, was a great choice because I enjoy this CD just as much as I do Dying...About this whole debate as to whether Maja is a competent vocalist or not. My opinion is that yes, she's got a good voice with some interesting lyrics. Sure there are much more talented singers out there but I couldn't imagine this band being fronted by a more charismatic person. Maja really does beg your attention, good or bad.So the CD starts off on the highest of notes with Seven Days A Week which really feels like a rock song from years past. This song is where you'll decide very quickly if you like Maja or not. The title track, Living In America, is quite possibly the best song featured. With driving guitars (well, driving in The Sounds' case), a memorable chorus, and some nice electronic sounds, if you're looking to get into The Sounds, just listen to this track. Rock'n Roll is a nice slower track where Maja kind of puts her voice on display, a good song to listen to if you're looking to mellow out. Reggie has that 'familiar' feel to it thanks to the chorus, a great track nonetheless. Riot is another terrific song. It's an in-your-face type track with some pretty good lyrics and a great beat.All in all The Sounds have become one of my favorite bands thanks to they're different-ness. Listen to the radio for a day. I am willing to bet that you won't hear anything like them, but of course I haven't listened to the radio in close to a year, so then again, maybe there is. But nevertheless, The Sounds are nothing short of a great band and I hope they'll be around for a long time to come.My favorite songs are Seven Days A Week, Living In America, Hit Me!, Rock'n Roll, and Riot. If you're skeptical about this CD, or the band, after reading all the reviews, just listen for yourself. I love The Sounds, but that's not to say that you will. Preferences my friend, preferences.
