In today's reviews section we have The Killers, The Pigeon Detectives and Maroon 5. Read on and please leave your own reviews below...
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The Killers: Sawdust 3/5
The gradual eradication of the single seems set to make the b-side a thing of the past. Which, as this eclectic collection of rarities from Las Vegas’ finest demonstrates, would be a real shame.
Chaotic opener Tranquilize – a duet with Lou Reed – occasionally resembles a drunken singalong at a wedding reception but never fails to captivate before building to a classic climax.
Leave The Bourbon On The Shelf and All The Pretty Faces, in particular, would not sound out of place on either of the band’s classic albums.
But it’s not all positive. Their cover of Joy Division’s Shadowplay fails to recreate the black magic of the original or, indeed, The Killers own live version, and not all songs will be new to British fans.
Glamorous Indie Rock And Roll and Where The White Boys Dance previously appeared on the UK versions of Hot Fuss and Sam’s Town respectively, while there are also alternate versions of Sam’s Town and Mr Brightside.
It’s more filler than killer in truth, but should fill the gap nicely until album number three.
The Pigeon Detectives – I Found Out 4/5
Exuberant Post-punk Adam and The Ants, Clash, Three Johns sort of sound make I Found Out a jump up and downing, sing-a-longing cracker…
Bin it
Maroon 5: Won’t Go Home Without You 1/5
Hit singles This Love and She Will Be Loved showed the California five-piece have a good ear for a catchy hook and chorus, yet such qualities are sadly lacking on this forgettable effort.