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 Deja Intend To? Nov 04, 2009
Probably my least favorite of all their albums... but that's not saying much. This album rocks. The band takes a little getting used to, but they grow on you...and grow....and grow
Brand New - Deja Entendu. Unique is the word. May 07, 2009
Before you write this band off as another pop-punk, three chord act, allow me to slap you. Because you clearly have not listened to this album. This is NOT like Brand New's first album, "Your Favorite Weapon", but instead makes dynamic changes in musical style and lyrically shifts to much more mature themes. It will immediately catch your ear with it's second track, "Sic Transit Gloria...Glory Fades", which features a riffing bassline and spoken lyrics concerning the anxiety of a young man's first time.
As you venture further into the album, each song offers something different, and absolutely no two songs sound alike. There is nothing else out there today this unique in my opinion. The songs also all transition extremely well into eachother, and it works well as all the songs seems like a story all mashed into one.
Now that I really think about it, this album is like riding a roller coaster. It's non stop, and you have no idea what's coming next.
Song by song review:
1. Tatou: The opening track is only about a minute and a half long, but I like the dark, slow, contemplative guitar line. It sets the stage well for the rest of the album.
2. Sic Transit Gloria...Glory Fades: Translates to "Thus Passes the glory of the World." in French. As mentioned above, this song's bassline is absolutely great. Picks up fast after the somewhat slow opener. Bound to be a favorite among listeners.
3. I Will Play My Game Beneath The Spin Light: A song that starts off acoustic but eventually builds into a crescendo of guitars. Another great song lyrically, and a catchy chorus.
4. Okay I Believe You, But My Tommy Gun Don't: One of my favorites, just an incredibly unique song. Very intricate musically, and again, you just have to love this band's lyrical style.
5. The Quiet Things That No One Ever Knows: Brand New's first single from Deja Entendu. A great, great song that just flat out rocks. Probably the most straightforward song, of course excellent lyrically. The bridge and the opening guitar riff is genius.
6. The Boy Who Blocked His Own Shot: Ahhh, here we are. This is my favorite song on the album, and my favorite Brand New song overall. Again, starts off acoustic, and then builds slowly. The way the vocals are sung in this is beautiful. The song is full of emotion, and the bridge part with the dual vocals gives me chills. The music goes so well with the vocals. The soft electric guitar lick during the second verse in between the vocals is simply beautiful, and the lyrics are heart breaking. "You are the smell before rain, you are the blood in my veins..." I love this song.
7. Jaws Theme Swimming: I'm going out on a limb here and saying that this is the most unique song on the album. And that's saying something with how different this entire CD is. The jazz like guitar and bass riff in the verses is truly excellent, as are the lyrics, and the ending bassline deserves many accolades. Another one of my favorite songs from this album.
8. Me vs. Maradona vs. Elvis: Starts off slowly, with the vocals being almost whispered into the mic, then after two verses of that, breaks into distorted guitar with a nice riff melody. Great lyrics again. The main melody in the verses is very emotionally moving.
9. Guernica: A song written about the lead singer's grandfather's battle with cancer. To be honest, was never one of my favorites on the album, but as the time goes by I find myself listening to it more and more. Of course, is has great, touching lyrics. But I feel musically it doesn't live up to the rest of the songs.
10. Good To Know That If I Ever Need Attention All I Have To Do Is Die: Yes, it's a crazy title, but there's a story behind it. Will I explain it now? No, don't feel like it. But this song is excellent. Great, mellow guitar opening, lyrically it's about the straglehold record companies try to put on bands. Longest song on the album, 7 minutes to be exact. Great catchy guitar riff in the bridge, and another lyrical masterpiece.
11. Play Crack The Sky: A completely acoustic piece, just guitar and vocals. Towards the end duel vocals come in. To me, this is a song that would go well over a montage of pictures and memories from your life, and when your old you look back on them and hear this song. Like Guernica however, this song took me a little bit to get into. I do really like the way it ends, though.
There is also a bonus track called "Flying At Tree Level". I don't think it's on the original version of this CD, but I'm sure you can find it online somewhere. It's a great, catchy song. A bit more standard than the ones on the album, but good nonetheless.
And that's that. One of my favorite albums of all time. Virtually flawless. I never get sick of this album, either. It just always stays fresh because the songs are so unique.
Again, if you haven't heard this album, please do yourself a favor and get it. It doesn't matter when kind of music you listen to, I guarantee this will catch your ear.
I only give 5 to cds that I think are near perfect. Dec 10, 2008
This is one of my favorite cd's of all time. First time I heard, meh it was okay. But, after I heard "Sic transit gloria..Glory fades" a few times, I was hooked. Then I noticed how well the songs flowed together and how awesome they were.
It may have to grow on you, but it rocks. I come back to listen to this cd alot.
I would say tracks 2 thru 7 is what makes this cd so great. You don't have to skip any tracks.
 Good Album Nov 20, 2008
I like emo punk rock and hadn't heard of Brand New until recently. I bought this based on a recommendation from a friend. I like listening to it. It is unique but easy to get in to. This group is more lyrical than I expected from a young band which adds to the CD. Many groups like this can play and scream but the lyrics are weak. Brand New has that element of being clever writers as well. I would recommend this if you like Jack's Mannequin, New Found Glory, Angels & Airwaves, etc.
Still New to Me Apr 27, 2008
I bought the album when it was first released and it continues to be one of my favorite albums ever even in 2008. Whether you're happy, sad or just drunk this album is fun to sing your lungs out to. Every song is a punch in the face.
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