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The Killers
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Sam's Town
Island Records
Release: 10/3/2006
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Rated:
Review by:
Caz* Bevan
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The new Killers songs on Sam's Town, like on
most follow-up records, are not continuations of the same
tone and themes rendered on hits like "Somebody Told Me"
and "Mr. Brightside" from the band's huge debut, Hot
Fuss. Instead, Sam's Town is an
evolution.
The Killers have progressed - with an album more like
Hot Fuss' third single, "All These Things That I
Have Done." They continue with the same dance-rock feel,
but seem far more focused on preaching the lyrics which,
ironically, comes across as being less passionate about what
it is they are saying. Whereas, on the first album they
seemed to be very particular about what it was to be Mr.
Brightside.
Sam's Town - although a praiseworthy album -
has less pop to it. There are no dance party hits. It's more
indie and laid back. The lyrics are centered on the same
themes of hard times, heartache and hope. Despite a lack of
radio-savvy dance rock, songs from the new album, such as
"Why Do I Keep Counting," are relatable and worth hearing. |
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