Samuel
Khokhlan
Album Review
TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB
Two
door Cinema Club are a Northern Irish indie rock band from Bangor and
Donaghadee, and County Down. The band was formed in 2007 by Alex Trimble, Sam
Halliday, and Kevin Baird. The band first started to gain attention in 2008
with the release of their EP entitled Four Words to Stand, in which many websites
gave them attention. Their "Big Break" was in 2010 with the release
of their album Tourist History.
"Tourist History" was a
big success for the group. It was widely accepted and had very few negative
ratings. Their new age sounds, which included use of three guitars with two
leads, were a nice change to the alternative rock scene. The Album gained
popularity quickly and was used in several movies including "Chalet
Girl" and "Soul Surfer". Hollister, Abercrombie and several
other large name brand stores also feature their music in their play lists.
Tourist History is a great album
hands down. Several songs caught my attention when listening to the album.
"Something good can work" is probably one of my favorite songs on the
album. It’s a nice laid back tune which simply allows you to enjoy a nice mix
of lyrics and melody. Although their sound is different and new, it seems at
time to be overused.
The albums song flow is not anything
special in my opinion. One thing the group should have utilized, in my opinion,
is this aspect of the album. No story is being told in particular. It seems as
if they just made a bunch of happy sounding songs.. threw them together and
called it a day. Although this isn't a horrible thing, especially because of
their unique sound. Many people like to listen to music simply because of the
happy feeling, or happy aura it has around it. But for many listeners who seek
a deeper message through music, this was lacking.
Overall.. I would give the album a
7.8/10. I enjoyed the music, thought it was well written. Their sound is great
and the vocals are nice. Much of the music sounds very similar to itself, and
there was a lack of depth in the music. If you're ever feeling down and would
like a quick lift.. Definitely check out Two Door Cinema Club.. You won't
regret it.
