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Weezer
Universal
The Red Album
So it wasn't true after all. Weezer did not break up. I repeat, Weezer did not break up. Not surprisingly, a popular Music Television website took Rivers Cuomo's statement that "Weezer was done" and morphed it into "Weezer broke up!" Clearly they have not, since they are about to release their sixth album this month.
It just goes to show you that you can't believe everything you read, unless I wrote it. HA!
Rivers Cuomo simply meant that the band was done for the moment. He went back to school, got married, and had a kid – the things that people do when they're living life. Personally I would like to meet this woman that married Rivers, as it's no secret that the dude is a bit eccentric to say the least. Lucky for him, he's a rock star, and eccentricity works so well in the Rock Star profession. Lucky for us, Weezer didn't break up and Rivers Cuomo is back to doing what he does best, making unique pop songs with substance and charisma. It's great to see him back with the band, as I didn't find his solo effort too satisfying. If you refer to the January edition of ellecanada.com music reviews, you'll see that I said River's Cuomo solo effort was like Michael Jordan's attempt at professional baseball. In theory it should have worked but in reality, a definite fizzler. Now he's back on track with Weezer and The Red Album proves that the band's still got it. Aw yeah.
"Pork and Beans" has been on high rotation on rock radio and that was the point. Apparently the label told Weezer to go back and write a hit single. So he did and it is. Listen closely though and you'll hear a dig or two about how Rivers feels about being told what to do. Very clever. Their video for the single is just as good. Check it out on YouTube and you'll see one of the most clever videos I've seen in a while.
Track four, "Heart Songs," is my personal favorite as Cuomo recounts the songs that are closest to him, an idea that we can all relate too.
In fact, I think that the charm of this album is that it's music that is relatable, a true sign of a master musician and a simple request from fans, don't you think?
Make sure you give "Dreamin'" as listen as it incorporates heavier guitar riffs and singable lyrics. You'll enjoy "Cold and Dark World" a track that, like its title, is a dim tune showcasing a sinister side of Weezer. The gist is this, The Red Album is listenable from front to back. Rivers Cuomo is back where he belongs, in the loving embrace of the other six arms that make up Weezer. Oh one last thing, make sure you make note of Rivers sweet new moustache. Trés Magnum P.I.
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