Since the first Foo Fighters album was a collection of Dave Grohl solo recordings, their second, The Colour and the Shape, is in many ways their official debut, and it certainly does sound different than its predecessor. Producer Gil Norton has tightened up the sound considerably -- his control was so tight that drummer William Goldsmith left the band during the recording, leaving Grohl to record the rhythm tracks for the bulk of the album. Certainly, Norton's big, shiny production makes The Colour and the Shape sound more professional than the debut, but the presence of a full band makes a difference, too. The full Foo Fighters make Grohl's songs heavier, not punkier, which may be a little unsettling to fans of the debut's ragged, amateurish edge. It's also strange that the album has such a glossy, arena-ready sound, since Grohl's songs are introspective, quite different than the endearing punk-pop of its predecessor. They're also not quite as catchy as before, but the band compensates by delivering them with a brutal energy. Still, the lack of immediate hooks prevents The Colour and the Shape from truly catching fire.
This week, we see a pretty short and lacking list. Aside from Weezer, Foo Fighters, and Say Anything, there isn't much to call home about here.Andrea Bovelli - My ChristmasCarie Underwood - Play OnFoo Fighters - Greatest HitsWeezer - RaditudeStraight No Chaser - Christmas CheersSteven Curtis Chapman - Beauty Will RiseEpica - Design Your UniverseREO Speedwagon - Not So Silent NightJulian Casabla...
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This week, we see a pretty short and lacking list. Aside from Weezer, Foo Fighters, and Say Anything, there isn't much to call home about here.Andrea Bovelli - My ChristmasCarie Underwood - Play OnFoo Fighters - Greatest HitsWeezer - RaditudeStraight No Chaser - Christmas CheersSteven Curtis Chapman - Beauty Will RiseEpica - Design Your UniverseREO Speedwagon - Not So Silent NightJulian Casabla...
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The Foo Fighters will be re-releasing their debut album, The Colour And The Shape on July 10th. The album, first released in May of 1997 includes the tracks "My Hero,” "Monkey Wrench" and "Everlong." The special anniversary edition will feature new liner notes and previously unreleased extra tracks. Gil Norton, who is currently producing the new Foos album, took a break from to supervise the au.
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| Title | Lyrics | Buy |
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| 1 Doll |
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| 2 Monkey Wrench |
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| 3 Hey, Johnny Park! |
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| 4 My Poor Brain |
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| 5 Wind Up |
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| 6 Up in Arms |
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| 7 My Hero |
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| 8 See You |
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| 9 Enough Space |
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| 10 February Stars |
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| 11 Everlong |
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| 12 Walking After You |
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| 13 New Way Home |
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