Many may dismiss Punk Goes Acoustic 2 as an emo marketing
ploy designed for young boys with guitars wearing
their little sisters pants. However, PGA2 is a showcase
of several musical talents that extend far beyond
the right electronics and auto tune.The diverstiy
of bands involved in this project is also nothing
to shake a stick at.
Jack's Mannequinn's "Bruised" is musically
sound and incredibly catchy, possibly one of the best
tracks on the album. McMahon proves that you don't
need a half stack to be a good musician. Fans of Silverstein
and All American Rejects and Relient K will also be
pleased with their bands performances. All Time Low
also proves that solid catchy musical tenchniques
combined with real vocal talent can create a song
worth listening to.
Many fans of metal and techinical forms of music can't
seem to appreciate a good song with good lyrics sung
from the heart. However, if you can set aside those
preconcieved notions, there is a quality album laying
in wait. If quality music and understandable lyrical
and vocal integrity is emo, sign me up.
Key Tracks: Bruised, Staplegunned, Woe, Red Light
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Reviewed by Joelle Wolters |
