[Traumamc]

I just got the album as well. I have listened to it a few times. I really like it so far. Definitely a really nice mellow album with with enough tempo to keep you awake. Some of the lyrics are really cool as well, although I can't remember them off the top of my head

 

[breadcrumbs]

Dreadful, to be honest. Of course, I make the disclaimer that this is only my opinion. Dull instrumentation, bad lyrics, no pace, and it's indistinguishable from most of the rest of todays British "alternative" rock bands. Thank goodness I didn't buy it (borrowed it from a friend).

 

[zChan]

Bought it last saturday as part of the monthly post-paycheck CD binge.

I quite enjoy the first half. The second half is kinda dull. Dunno, maybe I may get into it as I listen to it more.
The Japanese Version's bonus track wasn't worth it.

 

[elrod-tom]

Listened to it last night on my way home from work (that hour long drive is good for some things

)...it's a pretty good album. Not nearly so spotty as their first album (which I like BTW), and they've got a bit more of an edge. I think that some of the stuff sounds like Radiohead from "The Bends".

I'm going to give it a listen this evening on the home rig...I'm thinking it will be a good listen.

 

[elrod-tom]

BTW - I just listened to the DualDisc of the first album. They did a much better job mixing it than the redbook...not nearly as hot, a lot more detail doesn't get squashed by over-compression.

That said, it comes up with the 5.1 mix as the default. Need to turn on the TV to change it.

 

[MdRex]

It's a fine slice of pop art. bought it 2 days back. I don't own their first album so I can't make a comparison. This album is also ssssibilant...

Oh, the lead also has a great voice.

 

[Meyvn]

I love it, lyrically, musically, and just the overall attitude/feel of the songs. It's uplifting in an intelligent, non-BS way. The opening track and "A Bad Dream" rock hard.

 

[Naga]

ive listened to " is it any wonder" dozens fo times

great single imo

 

[Meyvn]

Am I the only one who thinks the second CD is definitely better? I find it much more cohesive. I love the whole album, but tracks 1, 5, 10, and 11 just kill me.

 

[donunus]

I love it now. Just got the european box cd with the dvd after listening to some mp3s before