ME - Even The Odd Ones Out (07/03/2013)
Melbourne born ‘ME’s’ debut album ‘Even the Odd Ones Out’ is, in no short terms, extremely exciting. This 13 track canvas is painted with a huge variety of techniques taken from one genre to the next, making ‘Even the Odd Ones Out’ a must have for any progressive rock fan.
If there are any negatives to point out, the sound was rather identifiable with other big names in the industry. The flamboyant rock styling of bands such as ‘Queen’ and ‘Muse’ sprung immediately to mind in the piano and harmonic combinations that frequent ‘Even the Odd Ones Out’. In some ways, it was a little disappointing.
While the album may have lacked some originality, the soaring vocals of lead singer Luke Ferris are a cause for great sensation. With his vocal abilities showcased in songs such as ‘Like a Fox’ and ‘Choral’, one can honestly consider this young band’s potential to be infinite.
Groovy riffs and themed melodies found in the likes of opening track ‘Hoo Ha’ and ‘All Along the Way’ set the tone of the album. As with most debut albums, the lyrics are set nostalgically in the roots of a young band’s experiences with their philosophical vision turned inward rather than up into the vast heights they have the potential to reach.
The very fact that the immediate reaction is to compare them to such incredible bands, speaks a thousand words of praise for their musical capabilities. If nothing else, ‘Even the Odd Ones Out’ is a stimulating album that draws music lovers in for its fascinating hooks and the compulsive toe tapping that accompanies each song.
As a debut album, ‘Even the Odd Ones Out’ is solid and stimulating. What it lacks in aesthetic originality it makes up for in well-crafted song writing and catchy tracks.
Jack White
If there are any negatives to point out, the sound was rather identifiable with other big names in the industry. The flamboyant rock styling of bands such as ‘Queen’ and ‘Muse’ sprung immediately to mind in the piano and harmonic combinations that frequent ‘Even the Odd Ones Out’. In some ways, it was a little disappointing.
While the album may have lacked some originality, the soaring vocals of lead singer Luke Ferris are a cause for great sensation. With his vocal abilities showcased in songs such as ‘Like a Fox’ and ‘Choral’, one can honestly consider this young band’s potential to be infinite.
Groovy riffs and themed melodies found in the likes of opening track ‘Hoo Ha’ and ‘All Along the Way’ set the tone of the album. As with most debut albums, the lyrics are set nostalgically in the roots of a young band’s experiences with their philosophical vision turned inward rather than up into the vast heights they have the potential to reach.
The very fact that the immediate reaction is to compare them to such incredible bands, speaks a thousand words of praise for their musical capabilities. If nothing else, ‘Even the Odd Ones Out’ is a stimulating album that draws music lovers in for its fascinating hooks and the compulsive toe tapping that accompanies each song.
As a debut album, ‘Even the Odd Ones Out’ is solid and stimulating. What it lacks in aesthetic originality it makes up for in well-crafted song writing and catchy tracks.
Jack White