Green Day - Uno! - Comments

@ The Red Fox
Yeah I do understand where you're coming from. I think he does sound a bit younger, but the experience of singing for a long time is still there, you know?

I like this review,I agree with majority of it. Though I don't know if its just me but, Billie's vocals sound young again in a lot of the songs on this record. Like they used to be on Dookie and Kerplunk. Its a good thing I think personally.

@ Shorty
First, it's completely okay that you gushed. I love them too, they've been my fav band since I can't remember when, and I too am overjoyed they are back. Second, I agree with what you said. I'm really glad this wasn't a "rock opera about politics" because it wouldn't have worked. Like you said, a great variety, and I love listening to it all.

Don't get me wrong, I love that song, but it's just not quite as stand out as some of the others, I feel. It's hard for me to rate them, especially since I feel like they're all pretty darn good. Can't wait for Dos!

I'm listening to it right now. Augh, I love it.

@Invader Spiffy
I respectfully disagree with you. I think Billie Joe's greatest talent lies in his lyrics. These lyrics to me are no exception. And I think these lyrics are very Green Day-esque.

I think I take this album so much because it's the first non-political album they've done in almost 10 years. I'm really happy they strayed away from politics this time, I don't think I could have taken another one. Plus it ranges from songs I can put on my boyfriend's love CD to songs I can play when I'm really pissed off, which is what I love about Green Day. They have songs for me that I can play during any kind of mood I'm in. Sorry, I like to gush about Green Day. They're my favorite and I'm overjoyed that they're back.

I agree with everything you've said except I think "Fell For You" deserves a 5/5. By far my favorite one. ;)

@ Invader Spiffy
Realistically, they're aiming their music at angsty teenagers, so it's reasonable that some of the lyrics are like that. That's just how they've always been, really.

In all honesty, I wasnt too thrilled with the whole album. Overall, I feel like, yes, the songs are catchy, but the lyrics are..lame at best. The sound like they were pulled from an angsty high schooler's diary. Not the kind of lyrics a 40 year old rock star should be writing. I've been a Green Day fan for as long as I could remember, and I honestly think they could do better than this. I'm gonna give it a few more listens and see if it grows on me.

GAH. I'm sitting in class right now just itching to go download my pre-ordered copy. You've made me even more excited!

I agree on everything! 5/5 for this review ;)