AM
by Arctic Monkeys

I notice a lot of similarities to Black Keys, and some White Stripes. The vocalist reminds me of the front man from Cage the Elephant, which bothers me since I find CTE really annoying most of the time; it's not their fault, they were around way before CTE.

Anyway, it's catchy, and upbeat, but there's too much effect on the vocals, and a heavy amount of distortion that takes away from the music in this case.

I've never been able to get into this band. A lot of the elements are there, and I like them a little but there's something about the music that always sends me the other way. I think its the clean, commercial production.

The best track is 'No. 1 Party Anthem', it has some musical nods to The Beatles, and Queen.

Good uncomplicated rhythmic tracks but in no way basic. Chugs along nicely right through. The tracks do start to sound quite similar though. Good but doesn't overly suck you in.

Album Rating: 83.83
(1,006/12)

06.09.2013

Arctic Monkeys (UK): AM

1.Do I Wanna Know? 99
2.R U Mine? 87
3.One For The Road 77
4.Arabella 75
5.I Want It All 77
6.No.1 Party Anthem 84
7.Mad Sounds 70
8.Fireside 85
9.Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High? 92
10.Snap Out Of It 84
11.Knee Socks 86
12.I Wanna Be Yours 90

Direct and catchy. Also a lot smoother than their previous work.

Arctic Monkeys most commercially successful album shows ambition and an awareness of what music would be a success at the time sections of songs taking inspiration from hip-hop/modern drum patterns. The result is an album of catchy cool songs that still has their signature style within the lyrical delivery and content.

This record is very enjoyable and makes for extremely easy and accessible listening. Songs like R U Mine?, Arabella and Do I Wanna Know are the best examples of this and are all so contagious. They are simple and effective and the choruses we are treated to are simply superb. The energy is very effective as well with the album never really giving you a second to think as it is a non stop blast. Every song is pretty decent as well making for a consistent listen. However, I do crave a bit more experimentation and excitement every time I hear this album. I want more reasons to be drawn back because the catchy songs can get boring after a while. Overall, an enjoyable release that anyone can enjoy and is well worth a listen.

The Monkeys tell the same story, essentially, over and over. But they do it so damn well, leaving the listener wistful or nostalgic.

That they do so with the basic rock band instruments, played simply but expertly, adds to the charm.

The first two songs crush, truly.

More brilliance from Arctic Monkeys. A return to form after the slightly-below-average (but still very good) Humbug and Suck It And See. Very consistent album. My highlights are R U Mine, Fireside and Knee Socks. Shout out for No 1 Party Anthem too. The only forgettable songs are I Want It All and Mad Sounds.

I recall them when they first came out without getting into them - although I have started to get their albums and appreciate their sound. This album is just as good as their earlier stuff although not as youthful and energetic perhaps - but hey I expect my rockers to age gracefully and that is what they are doing here

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