|
| |
|
|
|
general feel of the album:
imagine yourself on a pacific beach, hot degrees, sun, surfing and fun.
this is the soundtrack. even when listening to a rather sad song by sublime [like "wrong way", which is about a boy who saves a girl from her mastreating family and who gets dumped by her], i am rather cheered afterwards thanks to the music.
although famous for their basslines that punch you in the stomach and that shake your brains all over, sublime's sound is also defined by the impressive guitar work, the relaxed ska feel and nowell's rather unique voice.
the texts are mostly about life and its downs, drugs [the outstanding song on this album being "get ready"] and relationships ["santeria", "wrong way", in a way "caress me down"].
songs that stand out:
i will list my favorites here which most go in the dub genre since this is what i love most about sublime.
"garden grove" - rather slow, reggae feel, makes you feel like just kicking back and watch the sun sink into the ocean.
"santeria" - among the most famous songs by sublime, about a love rival. the bass line sends you to right the angels when not exactly sober. the guitar solo is quality.
"what i got" - catchy acoustic guitar riff, hip-hop drums. a little into the song the voice switches to a reggae-style shouting one.
"get ready" - slow. about 'smoking herb'. this song is rather sad because nowell died of a heroine overdose and in this one he worships drugs, even if only pot.
"caress me down" - very slow. about coming down, relaxing. got a couch ready? lay down and imagine talking to your crush and the talk going well. that's what i feel.
to mention one more song that points out why sublime are considered legends among the skating / surfing youth [even without pot ;)]:
"seed". starts hardcore punkrock, nice ska verse. guitar solo. i like this one as well.
the album is balanced well, fast and rather slow songs keep it from getting old and boring.
some songs are plain evergreens, like "santeria".
this is something like the opposite to your favorite shred metal guitarist, so if you think that malmsteen is the greatest ever, please stay away from sublime.
if you like it mellow, give them a try.
if you are looking for new music to chill to, buy this. it is worth it.
3,8/5
| other reviews of this album |
|
I like this album a lot but their great stuff is 40oz to Freedom, Robbin the hood, and stand by your van.
| | |
I love this cd. It deserves better than a 3.8/5 *shakes fist*
I give it a 4.75/5
| | |
I'd give it a 4/5.
I like "40 Oz To Freedom" a bit more than this album.;)
| | |
I love this CD. Some songs get annoying, like if they're 85 minutes long and have like 8 sentences, but it's mostly a great album. I personally favour this CD over Robbin The Hood, but all is good. I'd give it a solid 4.3/5
| | |
i wanted to review this one since it has "santeria" and "caress me down" on it...
good times with sensi and sublime ;)
:smoke:
i'll review .40 oz to freedom soon.
maybe tomorrow.
| | | Album Rating: 5.0
NOOO!!! I wanted to review this album! I wanted to review it so bad, because I knew, I knew that whoever got to it first besides me would undoubtedly forget to mention the most underrated song on the entire album: Under My Voodoo! Why?!
...eh, I'll do one later. I hope you get your caps lock key fixed, streetsweeper.
| | |
[QUOTE=YDload]NOOO!!! I wanted to review this album! I wanted to review it so bad, because I knew, I knew that whoever got to it first besides me would undoubtedly forget to mention the most underrated song on the entire album: Under My Voodoo! Why?!
...eh, I'll do one later. I hope you get your caps lock key fixed, streetsweeper.[/QUOTE]
:upset:
i am not used to caps anymore...
excessive posting and chatting killed that.
i can't wait to read yours, esp. the "under my voodoo" part ;).
| | | Album Rating: 5.0
Okay! Sorry I sounded like a jerk there, but if nobody noticed that... then it's all good!
| | | Album Rating: 5.0
[img]http://www.mcarecords.com/UMG/jpg/19EDD8C8803E40B5AFD9894AC3770F38.jpg[/img]
This is my review of Sublime's self-titled album. All background info is in the first review by streetsweeper, so let's get to the songs!
1. Garden Grove (4:21): The first song starts off with a kind of acoustic/reggae rock sound, with some turntable scratches here and there. It's pretty neat, but I have a hard time thinking of it as "memorable." 4/5
2. What I Got (2:51): Signature song alert! It's a great song, with a jumpy, hip-hop drum beat in the beginning and some great acoustic work by Brad. More of his semi-rapping/ reggae vocals and turntable scratches are found here. A widely-played song that deserves it. 4.5/5
3. Wrong Way (2:16): Another famous song by them, with an almost-ska feel, especially with the trombone in the bridge. Great bass line that's always fun to play, and good lyrics make this a solid song. 4.5/5
4. Same in the End (2:36): If you've ever caught yourself or someone else singing "Wrong Way," and you or they immediately end the song on a pause, and then start singing "Down in Mississippi where the sun beats down from the sky," then I'm sure one of you have heard this song before. It's really fast-paced and awesome, with some great riffs. 5/5
5. April 29, 1992 (3:53): I usually skip this song because it's more of a gangsta rap/ reggae song than what you might expect from the last few tracks. I guess it's not that bad, and it's certainly socially-conscious. But it just doesn't hold up to either the previous or next song in my mind. 3/5
6. Santeria (3:03): One more radio single for this album, and it's a great ballad-type deal. Probably the second-best guitar work on the album, after a rather-overlooked track to be discussed later. Don't forget that bass! All in all, a beautiful tune with lyrics that become rather threatening. I think of it as a tropical island with storm clouds in the distance: a little unnerving, but easily ignored and benign. 5/5
7. Seed (2:10): This song is on the playlist for the "Tony Hawk's Underground" video game, and I had almost forgotten how great of a song it is. It alternates between fast-paced punkness and a little bit of reggae stylings, and a really neat solo too. Don't miss this one. 4/5
8. Jailhouse (4:53): This is a really mellow song, but like "Santeria" it has some really uncharacteristic lyrical content about sodomy and whatnot. Kind of creepy, and I don't listen to it a lot. Probably because it seems pretty long without any major style changes like the other songs. But hey, at least there was that little guitar solo in there. 3/5
9. Pawn Shop (6:06): This is the longest song on the album, and I don't usually listen to it, but let me say this: It's definitely a unique song. An abrasive guitar riff in the beginning that turns into a sort of distorted solo, with a groovy bass line and a reggae-style keyboard riff. I actually kind of like it, but I guess it's usually too long to sit through. Foolish me, this guitar stuff is so neat! It's not exactly the best guitar on the album like I told you I would discuss back in "Santeria," but I guess I should have listened to it first anyway. Awesome song, as it turns out. 5/5
10. Paddle Out (1:15): A short, fast song about surfing. I am not familiar with surfing at all, but its a pretty good description anyway. This song review will be short in honor of the song's length. 3/5
11. The Ballad of Johnny Butt (2:11): A short reggae-style song that's nothing really special. At least "Paddle Out" had solos! Move along, there's more to come and this track is skippable! 2.5/5
12. Burritos (3:55): I never understood why this wasn't a single, perhaps the pro-laziness content is just too much for Clear Channel? No, but it's still a great song with plenty of mainstream appeal. A ska-style number that celebrates not wanting to get out of bed, and has solos too! 4/5
13. Under My Voodoo (3:25): All right, here is the real reason I did this review. I feel that this song is seriously underrated, and of course the first review of this album represented that in my mind. THIS is the best guitar work on the album, and probably my favorite song too. The verse is practically one long extended solo of the lyrical melody, with Brad singing and playing each note simultaneously. There's an actual solo, then it goes out on a reggae beat. Don't skip this one, you fools! It's too awesome. 5/5
14. Get Ready (4:50): This is a song about killing cops and narcs. That's about all there is to it, and of course there's a reggae beat to accompany it. Oh well Brad, at least there's one drug that didn't lead to your death! Enjoy the song, which isn't that bad. Just a little long. 3.5/5
15. Caress Me Down (3:31): A very graphic, sexy song, that ends up being sung in Spanish toward the end. Which I happen to know a little of, except for the naughty words. The drum beat sounds like one of those synthesized drum machines, which it may be. In fact, there aren't many non-synth instruments audible in this song, but what the hey. 4/5
16. What I Got (Reprise) (3:01): No, this is the same song. I think they use this one on the radio more than the other version, but it's not really that different. Just be done, cursed album! Rating: whatever I gave the first one.
17. Doin' Time (4:12): This is also a popular radio tune sometimes, but it's too hip-hoppy for my liking. It's also from another song that was sampled here, but I'm not that interested in it. 2.5/5
All in all, a great album that anyone can get into, due to all the styles. 5/5
| | |
Sublime is a ****ing legend! I really enjoyed this album, but I have to say my faverotes are 40 oz. and Stand by Your Van. But yea for all others they rock too!
| | |
I am a huge Sublime fan, I love them to bits. ( I actually used to be super obsessed, but that eased off). I have all their albums and would probably say that Sublime is my favourite.
Especially the two-disc set. The extra songs on that disc make the album so much better, especially Lincoln Highway Dub.
| | |
As you can see I am a Sublime fan.
| | | Album Rating: 5.0
[QUOTE=40 oz 2 freedom] Great reviews by both of you, guys, although I dont know why YDload gave Jailhouse a 3/5. It's one of my favorite songs by them. :confused:[/QUOTE]
I just find it too repetitive, without any good solos to break it up like in "Pawn Shop" or "Under My Voodoo."
| | |
haha, I think Brad formed Sublime just to spite people who label music.
| | |
I'd rate this CD 4/5. My highlights would be Santeria and Seed (if if you get the 2 disc set- Date Rape)
| | |
I love this CD! It is one of my favorites ever. So great when you are high. The only song I kinda dont like is Pawnshop, and its still good.
| | |
i agree YDload, Under My Voodoo is probably the greatest song on the album in my opinion. two great reviews on the first page, but streetsweeper, i don't agree with the score it got, but that's your opinion, and yours only i guess.
| | |
A very good album, I just started getting into sublime recently and I equally like this one and 40 oz.
| | |
[QUOTE=YDload]NOOO!!! I wanted to review this album! I wanted to review it so bad, because I knew, I knew that whoever got to it first besides me would undoubtedly forget to mention the most underrated song on the entire album: Under My Voodoo! Why?!
...eh, I'll do one later. I hope you get your caps lock key fixed, streetsweeper.[/QUOTE]
this is a bit late, but i cannot agree with you more
| | | Album Rating: 5.0
^ Then I hope you realize that everything turned out happily ever after, as I did my own review with ample amounts of praise for "Under My Voodoo."
| | | |
|
| |
![http://www.mcarecords.com/UMG/jpg/19EDD8C8803E40B5AFD9894AC3770F38.jpg[/img]](http://www.mcarecords.com/UMG/jpg/19EDD8C8803E40B5AFD9894AC3770F38.jpg[/img]){kind=link}