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THE REVIEW
I'm diving into reviewing the second LP by the not-overrated Editors. It seems good to me, that kind of good where you're never sure if it's due to maturity (but what maturity, we're not in high school!) rather than the actual consistency of the band. Mind you, this is absolutely a derivative band: if I were seventeen, I'd have no problem, but since I'm not, I can't help but list the following derivations: early LP U2, 80's Simple Minds.
That said, the tracklist isn't bad: "Mokers Outside The Hospital Doors" sounds good, an "epic" ride (perhaps this is the novelty of the Editors, the epicness instead of the drama of the first LP (what the heck am I saying?). "An End Has A Start", very beautiful, with that significant riff, made in The Edge, reaffirms that epicity-solemnity of which Joy Division are masters (by extension also Interpol), "The Weight Of The World", very romantic, with a broad scope, yet very déjà-vu. "Bones" opens with the riff of "I Will Follow" by U2, and continues like this with Joy Division's drums. "When Anger Shows", the best of the album: I take this opportunity to absolutely deny any potential closeness to the Canadian Arcade Fire: why the heck would a fresh, up-and-coming English band mimic an exploit, though significant, with a band that is, after all, of a completely different breed: it simply doesn't exist. "The Racing Rats" another U2 early period riff and many more 80s reminiscences surface... "Push Your Head Towards The Air" here too strange echoes (Verve above all). "Escape The Nest" with a semi-killer guitar in the style of My Bloody Valentine finally reveals who the Editors are: emerging new-wavers seeking success: I doubt they'll achieve it with this album! The subsequent "Spiders" and "Well Worn": pseudo-ballads that are very sweet and frankly quite boring.
To be listened to once a day alternating with "Our Love To Admire" by Interpol, for 2 weeks. If it persists, consult Ian.
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Summary by Bot
This review takes a close look at Editors' second album, praising moments of epic and romantic soundscapes but criticizing its derivative nature, drawing heavy parallels to U2, Joy Division, and other 80s bands. Certain tracks like 'When Anger Shows' stand out, while others come across as less engaging. Overall, the album shows potential but lacks originality.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
Editors
Editors are an English rock band from Birmingham, frequently associated with post-punk revival and later synth-driven rock. DeBaser reviewers focus on their early dark, guitar-led records, their electronic shift on the third album, and a recurring debate about strong influences versus a search for a distinct identity.18 Reviews
Other reviews
By tomgil
When Anger Shows is the best track on the entire album, a perfect marriage between an inspired and melancholic melody and an engaging and fitting rock chorus.
The last track, Well Worn Hand, is two minutes of pure poetry with Smith’s voice accompanied only by piano and a slow, dreamy guitar.
By Mopaga
It’s a real shame to note that this band’s ideas are trapped in exaggerated and overused stereotypes.
‘An End Has A Start’ resembles ‘The Back Room’ which refers to Interpol’s style who are inspired by Joy Division, completing, with a bit of regret, the puzzle of references and similarities.
By Rifkin
This is really beautiful.
Their gift is being able to convey emotions with an immediate and direct musical approach, yet never banal.
By Taurus
"An anthem of joy that explodes into a delightful chorus."
"An otherwise heterogeneous album in which each song is suited to be listened to at different times of the day."
