Inner City Surfers
Jessica Bakeman
Issue date: 10/26/07 Section: FUSE
Originally published: 10/25/07 at 3:41 PM EST
Last update: 10/25/07 at 3:40 PM EST
If you are looking for a fast-paced, fun new rock album, "Inner City Surfers" will definitely do the job.
However, if you are bored or offended by lyrics that solely describe the band members' desire to drink, do drugs, and sleep with women, then you will be disgusted by this album.
"All I Know" begins the persistent trend of alcohol-related songs: "You might choose fast food and sex/ To me, it's alcohol and cigarettes."
The instrumental elements are great - the band specifically has a knack for the electric guitar.
This rock song has a beachy feel almost, and is the only song that explains why they might call themselves "surfers."
The second track has an almost-country feel, which is definitely a twist. The aggressive electric guitar keeps it within the parameters of the rock genre.
Once again, the lyrics are alcohol related.
"Getaway" has a great melody and steady percussive rhythms. It leaves the listener wanting more.
"Booze N' Doobs" pretty much explains itself, but to emphasize the lyrical choices of Inner City Surfers, here is an example: "One ain't enough for me/ If I have one, I want 33." What a creative song.
This more-is-more mentality seems to be stereotypical of musicians in America, and this band proves it true.
In "Here's to the Days," the band really breaks new barriers lyrically. The song discusses the singer's desire to write something about love or a song that people can dance to, but all he can think about is alcohol.
By some miracle, the ridiculously shallow lyrics are not ruining the songs. They are fun and enjoyable.
"Never Ender Bender" has an awesome sound, and is really fun to rock to. Of course, the lyrics proclaim, "We're gonna drink 'til the sun comes up."
Halfway through the album, it is painfully clear that the background music saves the CD. It is catchy.
"What a Life" ends with a harmonic and a cappella segment. Kudos to the Inner City Surfers for their variety.
The next song, "Won't Belong," sounds like a square dance. The lyrics, though, actually have substance. What a surprise!
This track is about the difficulty the singer has in making a commitment to his girlfriend. It could be an anthem for many relationships.
"Lil' Shy" is not about alcohol - it's about sex. The message the band is sending: don't be shy, turn on the lights! It is strangely entertaining.
"Grab My Pen" features a little acoustic guitar action, but is still fast paced. Listeners beware - pretty much every other word is the f-bomb.
"Screwed" has great chord progressions, and "Someone to Lean On" is overwhelmed by drums. Both songs are interesting melodically and satisfying for the listener.
"The Quest," is the only overly offensive song. It basically talks about deceiving a woman for sex.
"Inner City Surfers" rocks out, but has terrible lyrics to back up the tunes. You decide what's important.
However, if you are bored or offended by lyrics that solely describe the band members' desire to drink, do drugs, and sleep with women, then you will be disgusted by this album.
"All I Know" begins the persistent trend of alcohol-related songs: "You might choose fast food and sex/ To me, it's alcohol and cigarettes."
The instrumental elements are great - the band specifically has a knack for the electric guitar.
This rock song has a beachy feel almost, and is the only song that explains why they might call themselves "surfers."
The second track has an almost-country feel, which is definitely a twist. The aggressive electric guitar keeps it within the parameters of the rock genre.
Once again, the lyrics are alcohol related.
"Getaway" has a great melody and steady percussive rhythms. It leaves the listener wanting more.
"Booze N' Doobs" pretty much explains itself, but to emphasize the lyrical choices of Inner City Surfers, here is an example: "One ain't enough for me/ If I have one, I want 33." What a creative song.
This more-is-more mentality seems to be stereotypical of musicians in America, and this band proves it true.
In "Here's to the Days," the band really breaks new barriers lyrically. The song discusses the singer's desire to write something about love or a song that people can dance to, but all he can think about is alcohol.
By some miracle, the ridiculously shallow lyrics are not ruining the songs. They are fun and enjoyable.
"Never Ender Bender" has an awesome sound, and is really fun to rock to. Of course, the lyrics proclaim, "We're gonna drink 'til the sun comes up."
Halfway through the album, it is painfully clear that the background music saves the CD. It is catchy.
"What a Life" ends with a harmonic and a cappella segment. Kudos to the Inner City Surfers for their variety.
The next song, "Won't Belong," sounds like a square dance. The lyrics, though, actually have substance. What a surprise!
This track is about the difficulty the singer has in making a commitment to his girlfriend. It could be an anthem for many relationships.
"Lil' Shy" is not about alcohol - it's about sex. The message the band is sending: don't be shy, turn on the lights! It is strangely entertaining.
"Grab My Pen" features a little acoustic guitar action, but is still fast paced. Listeners beware - pretty much every other word is the f-bomb.
"Screwed" has great chord progressions, and "Someone to Lean On" is overwhelmed by drums. Both songs are interesting melodically and satisfying for the listener.
"The Quest," is the only overly offensive song. It basically talks about deceiving a woman for sex.
"Inner City Surfers" rocks out, but has terrible lyrics to back up the tunes. You decide what's important.
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drew
posted 11/14/07 @ 11:48 PM EST
i think its rather funny how the author of the article says at the very end of her review that the band "rocks out but has terrible lyrics to back up thier tunes. (Continued…)
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