Brand New Eyes
Band/artist: Paramore
Label: Fueled by Ramen/Atlantic
Website: paramore.net
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Brand New Eyes is a record that sets high expectations for Paramore, as it is the follow up to their commercially successful album Riot! [2007]. The record brings several key progressions to the pop-punk group, which is a newer and more controlled power chord from frontwoman Hayley Williams that has a commanding drive over each track and the group as a whole, has a much tighter song structure that complements their talent.
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The album was produced by Rob Cavallo (Green Day, Goo Goo Dolls), which adds elements of top end production but never sounds overproduced. This is a good thing for a band that has built a fanbase with heavy touring and stints on Warp.
Nothing on Brand New Eyes has an overwhelming "wow" factor to it but as a complete album the record flows nicely enough to keep your attention and for sure will please their legions of fans out there. I am just not sure if it will capture any new ones.
Roxy Cowell
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