If
you're a fan of punk popish acts such as Blink 182, the new
Home Grown CD has just what you need to satisfy your musical
tastes. Everything is simplistic, from the lyrics to the guitars,
offering very little to distinguish the band from any other
punk band out there. While some people can get a kick out
of the simplicity of the music, others can get really turned
off by it. Aside from the power chords are a few acoustic
moments that add some flavor.
Everything sounds so similar to what Blink 182 plays, while
at the same time never quite reaching the perfection Bad Religion
have over the punk genre. There's nothing wrong with the music,
it's just been done so many times before that it leaves people
apathetic to who the bands really are. Then again, songs like
"I Love You Not" and "tomorrow" save the CD from being completely
similar to every other punk album out there. There is plenty
to enjoy, but nothing that really stands out. As a fan of
heavier music, I couldn't stop comparing this album to every
crap pop punk act I've ever heard. The aggression is there,
the originality isn't.
This
CD is a great addition to any punk lover's collection, but
it isn't for everyone. The best way to find out is to hear
a few songs and let yourself decide if it's worth a buy or
not. Even though the music Home Grown plays sounds more commercial
then the band name suggests, it still packs enough catchy
rhythms and aggressive punk style to carry an audience.
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