Wallflowers - Rebel Sweetheart
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Free Music Review: Lovely
Hit: 5 Stars
This long-awaited release is not what one would expect. Then that is the beauty of The Wallflowers, they are always bringing us something new.
Some of the songs on this release can be clearly classified as alt. country. Others have a very folksy feel. There are new rhythms (no raga--see video) evident most clearly in "God Says Nothing Back", creative lyrics ("From the Bottom of My Heart), and a spirtual feel to these songs (G-d makes an "appearance" in several). The significance of Rami's mastery of the keyboards is quite evident. The writing relies on his skills.
Wallflowers fans may be surprised, but not disappointed. Others who were not Wallflowers fans may want to give this CD a serious listen--you may discover something new.
The video portion of the dual disc is quite funny. This band is quirky (to say the least) and it is fun to see the lighter side of the "Boys." The video also includes new mixes of some songs, and "Halo" a song I had previously only as a bootleg. (Ooops did I just write that?)
Free Music Review: The Best Wallflowers offering yet!
Hit: 5 Stars
I just purchased this album and I have to say I am impressed. This band has matured so much that they are breathtaking to listen to. I became a huge 'Wallflowers' fan when I heard 'One Headlight' and immediately ran out and purchased 'Bringing Down the Horse'. I don't have their other albums, except 'Red Letter Days' which I thoroughly enjoyed. This album blew me away. I was expecting some of the pop/rock tunes I heard on 'Red Letter Days' and got more than I bargained for. This is the rock band that I remember, all of the songs on this album were so 'musical' and the lyrics...wow. Jakob Dylan's voice is so rich and poignant, and he sings like he means every word. My fav songs on this cd are 'Days of Wonder', 'The Beautiful Side of Somewhere' and 'God Says Nothing Back'. 'God Says Nothing Back' sent chills up and down my spine. Just a great song. I highly recommend 'Rebel, Sweetheart'. It's the best Wallflowers offering to date. Buy this cd if you're a fan or even if you've never heard of this band. It is thoroughly enjoyable!Free Music Review: Excellent songs with standard Wallflowers sound
Hit: 5 Stars
This release by The Wallflowers is packed with well-written songs and solid musicianship and production. Thoughtful lyrics and solid melodies make the Wallflowers stand out. Some of these tunes are more bluesy or mellow/folk-influenced than others, while Jake Dylan's vocals are well suited to the varied songs and have a soulful quality that defines the band's sound. From the Bottom of My Heart is the most folk-influenced song, while Back To California is the most rock-oriented. The album begins with songs that have an upbeat feel, like Days of Wonder and the Passenger, while it becomes more wistful and bluesy with tracks like Confessions of a Drunken Marionette, God Says Nothing Back, and How Far You've Come, all pleasing rootsy rock tunes that should suit the tastes of existing Wallflowers fans. It's not that often I hear a rock album like this with song after song of soulful, poetic, and melodic tunes that are captivating enough for me to not feel like skipping tracks when I listen to the album.Free Music Review: What A Surprise!
Hit: 5 Stars
I have been a fan of the Wallflowers since I was younger. My dad got Bringing Down the Horses for me for my birthday because Jacob is the son of Bob (he thought it would be a step in getting me interested in Bob which at 13 I wasn't, now I rarely pass a chance to hear him). Anyway, so I've adored them but realized their last two albums weren't that attractive to most people. Although I enjoyed them I didn't preach them, they were my lovely albums. Let me tell you, Rebel, Sweetheart thoroughly surprised me. It is far better than I expected. I don't just love this album, I'm ecstatic about it. I've called almost everyone I know telling them to get it. I hope you'll give it a try. You have to admit that it's pretty impressive when a band blows away a returning fan. It might be heresy to say so but I think it is definately their best effort to date.Free Music Review: I got this CD by accident...
Hit: 5 Stars
...from my record club. It was the monthly selection, and I was lazy, and, well, there it was in my mailbox. What the heck, I gave it a listen.
It blew me away. It's the best new music I've heard in way too long. It reminds me why, even at 40, it's still very worthwhile to keep up with new music. Very few CDs manage to get me hooked from the very first listen - this one managed to do that. And it still sounds great even after meany repeat listening.
It has both great lyrics (although somewhat dark, which is what I prefer anyway) and great tunes. "From the Bottom of My Heart" is one of the best ballads I've ever heard.
There's not a single bad track on this CD. I highly recommend it. Based on the strength of this CD, I'm ordering the rest of The Wallflowers' music for my collection.