Oooh ok, I never actually listened to this album so...

and as a constant abuser of the "really negative paragraph" and the "counter-negative paragraph" I am very offended by this /s

Album Rating: 3.0

If what you are referring to is something along the lines of this (albeit within one paragraph):



The only problem that arises with War Of The Worlds is that for those who have familiarized themselves with both group’s songs may not be pleased with all the results. While Bad Astronaut keeps their softer Lagwagon sound with a fine mix of synth textures and soft pianos with the backing foundation of their punk sound and Armchair Martian’s quirky mix of garbled synths and guitars do make the best out of Acrophobe’s tracks some may find some of the directions the groups take their covers, or the lack thereof direction wise disappointing. While Bad Astronaut do keep their energy intact with their covers of Jessica’s Suicide and Crestfallen. Statler 2000 has a constant tendency to lose focus through it’s track. On the other side of the covers, Armchair Martian play their covers a little too safely, with the only notable differences between the original and the cover coming from the inclusion of new guitar lines and some introduction of synth breakdowns. Thankfully this is only a potential annoyance for fans who are familiarized with the original tracks and there is still enough energy from the groups performance for it to be written off completely. With War Of The Worlds, Bad Astronaut and Armchair Martian succeed at capturing the essence of their partner group and presenting great covers for fans of either band to digest and to carry enough energy for those who aren’t as familiar with the groups to appreciate.



...then be not offended. Your writing is solid - I am satirizing the existence of common writing trends, not condemning those who employ them well.

I actually don't mind Channing's writing style, but that paragraph made me laugh a bit

Best review ever.

Progressive music review

Album Rating: 3.0

lmao dude, this is brilliant

Album Rating: 5.0

make this guy staff immediately

It's interesting but I feel like this guy should only review albums that have tons of reviews like old ones or something. If there was just one review and especially if it was a new release, I would prefer a simple one that actually just outlines the album rather than this interesting and strangely organized one, no matter how good it is.

Album Rating: 3.0

"I feel like this guy should only review albums that have tons of reviews like old ones or something."



I feel the same for now...if there was something new that caught my imagination, maybe I'd change my mind.

This was surprisingly great and all, but if you get first review on a new release, I would advise you to tone it down and be a little more straightforward. As the face of that album around it's release date on this site, a big expansive review like this just wouldn't fit well imo

Album Rating: 3.0

Noted, but what is the real function of a review?

to inform people about an album really

I guess just to review the album. Highlight good songs or bad songs, talk about how the instrumentation, vocals, production, and/or themes of the music size up. At it's most basic form that is.

Album Rating: 3.5

"to inform people about an album really"



essentially no.

Album Rating: 3.0

In my view, it is to reflect an album, or some aspect, in a manner that is usually informative. Given this, the nature of the reflection is not especially important as long as it fulfills its role.

the function of a review is... well, anything you want it to be I guess. I've seen people pull off different styles aptly. I think as long as it's a good read and reflects your thoughts on the album in some form, direct or indirect, then you're good. More than one way to skin a cat, everyone has their preference. Some people like reading biographical reviews, some people like humourous reviews, some like analytical reviews, some like personal reviews. No wrong way to do it as long as it's readable

Yeah that's true. I have read some that I thought were great but in reality didn't tell me anything about the album so I was totally surprised at actually hearing the album.

Album Rating: 3.0

Other Johnny preaches it well; reviews don't need a restrictive definition

Reviews are just a person sharing their opinion on whether an album is good or not. The actual motive of that action varies from person to person.

That being said, I enjoyed this review and what you were trying to do here, especially Nito (he's Nito). Pos. :D