I found this album much more of a slow-burner than the previous self-titled outing. Its apparent that the Foo Fighters have evolved from Dave Grohl's pet project into a band in its own right. It's generally a softer vibe - whilst the punky, catchy choruses are not missing here, they're given more personality and feel somewhat warmer and more delicate. The happy spark that seemed a little incongruous on the first album settles better on this one completing a seamless mix of joy and melancholy.
And I believe Everlong is one of the best songs ever written.
The album isn't a favourite of mine, but it is strong and solid, you can listen end to end quite comfortably, and its notable by its absence in many music collections. Buy it, it's lovely. 4/5
