Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Album Review: Day & Age

I did it. I finally cracked open my new Killers CD (Day & Age) and gave it a listen.

Yes, yes, it’s been a while since I actually bought the CD, but how can I be expected to listen to an actual CD in the age of iPods?

Anyway, I’m happy to report that it’s on the iPod—cover art and everything—and now Day & Age is in regular rotation.

My verdict? Excellent album. After three times completely through, I have come to the conclusion that this was a solid purchase.

It’s a very different sound for the Killers, and I think that’s why I like it. I have both of their previous albums and I’ve been a big fan so far. But judging by Hot Fuss (The Killers’ debut album), their follow-up Sam’s Town and now Day & Age, The Killers are definitely not limiting themselves to a specific sound. They’re all over the place, and I like it.

For example: One track, I Can’t Stay, sounds very mellow—almost cabana-like. It’s very cool, but fans of the higher energy fare like Mr. Brightside will probably be a little surprised. Maybe even disappointed.

My favorite tracks on the album so far are Losing Touch, Joy Ride, A Dustland Fairytale and Neon Tiger. But really there’s not a bad song in the lot.

I didn’t even mention Human or Spaceman (mostly because they’re both pretty popular anyway). Both are just awesome.

So if you loved Hot Fuss… I really don’t know if you’ll like Day & Age. Like I said, it’s different.

If you love good music though, I’m sure Day & Age will be right up your alley.

4 comments:

Nancy said...

Yes, it is awesome and it is very different. I expected it to be a lot like Human and Spaceman, but they really went all over. Now if only they would announce a concert HERE. I would love to hear it live.

Holly said...

i've had this in my car cd changer since it came out. i went to see the killers last time they were in salt lake and they absolutely blew me away...they're good to create white noise on my ipod at work, but SO AWESOME really loud. which is how i listen to this album while i drive.

Ross said...

My top 4 from this album:
1. Dustland Fairytale
2. Spaceman
3. Human
4. Neon Tiger

Bryce said...

Great review, Adam. I love the whole album, but count those as my favs for sure.