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  • Issued : 13 May 2008

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Genre : Rock & Pop Catalogue Number : 7567.89946
Format : CD Label : Atlantic
Issued : 13 May 2008 Item sourced from : Europe
Number of Discs : 1

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From the very beginning of Whisper War, it becomes obvious that Las Vegas' the Cab are indebted to Panic at the Disco and Fall Out Boy, and not just because Pete Wentz and Spencer Smith are listed in the liner notes as members of the band's A&R team. Over the album's first three songs (One of Those Nights, Bounce, and I'll Run), the Cab musically reference both bands, as well as Maroon 5, in enough ways that they run the risk of sounding like imitators. Some leniency is merited -- their debut captures a group of musicians just barely out of high school, so it's understandable that the Cab would work with what's familiar -- and Whisper War does show that they have enough talent to branch out and explore new sounds, even if they're not quite ready to do so here. The good news is that every youthful misstep, such as the overwrought lyrics on Risky Business, is compensated for through bright, enthusiastic performances. One of the Cab's biggest strengths lies in their ability to craft catchy pop tunes, especially infectious choruses. Alex DeLeon is particularly adept at bringing these melodies to life with a voice that is sweet, clear, and plaintive. The rest of the band also shows promise, especially pianist Alex Marshall, whose subtle performance adds a layer of depth that brings excitement to songs such as ZZZZZ. None of the songs have much space to showcase any solo work, but the bandmembers are comfortable with each other, something that makes songs like the standout That '70s Song sparkle. It's this ability to work as a strong ensemble that sets the Cab apart, and also what makes Whisper War a good start for the young band. ~ Katherine Fulton, Rovi

Credits

Alex DeLeon(Vocals),  Alex Johnson(Drums),  Alex Marshall(Guitar),  Alex Marshall(Piano),  Brendon Urie(Vocals),  Cash Colligan(Bass),  George de Leon(Vocals),  Ian Crawford(Guitar),  Patrick Stump(Vocals),  Bill Lefler(Engineer),  Eric Stenman(Engineer),  Matt Squire(Engineer),  Matt Squire(Producer),  Patrick Stump(Producer),  Alex DeLeon(Composer),  Butch Walker(Composer),  Matt Squire(Composer),  Matt Squire(Mixing),  Patrick Fong(Art Direction),  Patrick Fong(Design),  Patrick Stump(Composer),  Patrick Stump(Instrumentation),  Sam Hollander(Composer),  Scott Hull(Mastering),  Tamar Levine(Photography),  The Cab(Composer),  Bob McLynn(Management),  Brian Ranney(Package Production),  Jonathan Daniel(Management),  Pete Wentz(A&R),  Rob Hitt(Management),  Sophia Deleon(Cover Model),  Spencer Smith(A&R Assistance),  Tiffany Staton(Art Manager)

Songs

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    1
    Bixby Canyon Bridge
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    2
    I Will Possess Your Heart
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    3
    No Sunlight
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    4
    Cath...
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    5
    Talking Bird
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    6
    You Can Do Better Than Me
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    7
    Grapevine Fires
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    8
    Your New Twin Sized Bed
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    9
    Long Division
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    10
    Pity And Fear
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    11
    The Ice Is Getting Thinner

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  • ★★★★☆ 

    わたるるfarewell  |  東京  |  不明  |  20/July/2008

    結構好きです。軽くアルバム通して聴けるのに、何度リピートしても飽きません。1曲1曲が、それぞれのアピールポイントを持っているので、飛ばす曲は自分ありません。異邦の国で、このアルバムをBGMにお酒が飲めたらうまいだろうな。 モリッピーさん発見。ldoaのレビューで見かけました。

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  • ★★★★★ 

    ツーシーム  |  宮城県  |  不明  |  12/July/2008

    邦盤が出るまで買うのを我慢してました。長かった・・・。でも、内容はとても良いです!今作は、車を運転しながら聴くと、もう最高です。

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  • ★★★★★ 

    モリッピー  |  東京  |  不明  |  15/May/2008

    ああ?最高…ベンの歌声聴くと泣きそうになるわ…前作よりよりバンドサウンドを強調させた作風…ギターも気持ち良く鳴ってます…空間をいかした音作りにスケールアップ感を感じますが…いやいやいつものデスキャブ節は全開なんで前作からのファンの方にもお薦めデス!しょうがないから邦盤も買っちゃうかなあ…その代わりボートラ最低3曲は入れてね!ワーナーさん!(笑)

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