Kings of Leon – Youth And Manhood
Southern rock was never my thing. But lately there have been some interesting things coming out of the Southern US , mainly, these guys and My Morning Jacket. Here is their debut album.
“Red Morning Light” starts us off here and it’s a very fun tune. The vocals are loud and rustic and barely audible but you have to love it. Though nothing groundbreaking, this song is great to play in the car. “Wasted Time” has more of a southern feel to it. It’s a great tune, a solid choice for a single as well. It’s chopped full of riffs and solos and the lyrics “I’m gonna get your ma and your pa” are inarguable! “California Waiting” is one of the best moments on the album. It’s a really great pop song. The big chorus and wonderful bass make this one a classic. Just leave this one on repeat and enjoy the amazing stuff. Caleb, the singer, seems rather angry on “Spiral Staircase.” I love the breakdown to the hand clapping; nothing is better than that. “Molly’s Chambers” is the first single that really helped break the band out. It’s a great pop rock song. It has a really catchy opening riff and some tight bass work.
“Youth and Manhood” is not a bad album. It’s a great start. This band shows a lot of promise. If you can filter out all the hype, there is some brilliant and fun music in here. “California Waiting” is not to be missed. It’s a solid debut.
By John Siwicki
