Kings of Leon

Erika! · 10-18-2009, 03:40 PM

Kings of Leon is an amazing band, but their newest CD was very bland compared to their older music.

FETCHER. · 10-18-2009, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Captain Awesome

^^ what i usually do is check out a bands earliest album (or the earliest one i can get my hands own) and then their latest. That tends to give you a reasonable feel of what their style is like and how much they have evolved (if at all). Plus it saves you downloading/buying an entire discography when you don't know if you'll like any of it. LOL

back onto the topic of KOL. My favourite song is either taper jean girl, the bucket or be somebody.

thats a pretty good idea, i'll try it with the next recommendation im given

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stormjh · 10-19-2009, 07:08 AM

KOL had a few decent songs on Because Of The Times (?), but now they pretty much just write boring radio rock for 30 something year old mums to buy while they're in Asda.

!Blink! · 10-19-2009, 06:59 PM

I consitantly hear the same songs on the radio over and over. I like a few of them, but the ones I dont like, I want to kill myself.

Neapolitan · 10-23-2009, 12:45 AM

The Kings of Leon remind me of the ChesterField Kings, I sometimes I wonder if they are the same band or they were just heavily influenced by them. Maybe it is a synchronous accident they sound alike.

SCOUT · 10-23-2009, 07:50 AM

On the basis of their first two albums, they're an incredible band. Their third was a little dodgy, then their label decided it was time to lose the beards, tear off their sleeves and write a catchy song with 'sex' in the title. Now they're just mainstream and ordinary; It's such a shame.

jacklovezhimself · 10-25-2009, 08:19 PM

Correction: Only By The Night is their 4th album. The first 3 are great.

ole betsy · 10-27-2009, 01:52 PM

UGH am i the only one sick of the kings of leon???
When did they explode and become obnoxious?
Their first two albums were amazing and I feel in love with them...now i feel as if they kinda sold out alittle...thoughts??

WolfAtTheDoor · 10-30-2009, 05:08 AM

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Originally Posted by ole betsy

UGH am i the only one sick of the kings of leon???
When did they explode and become obnoxious?
Their first two albums were amazing and I feel in love with them...now i feel as if they kinda sold out alittle...thoughts??

It's the natural progression for any band that achieves the adoration that the Kings of Leon have. As their fanbase grows, it is inevitable that they will play larger venues, and they will then alter their sound to better suit Stadium gigs. I think KOL are one of the only bands that have successfully made the transition without becoming awful. Even though I still prefer Youth and Young Manhood and Aha Shake Heartbreak, Because Of The Times and in particular Only By The Night are not the massive musical disappointments that their older fanbase would lead you to believe.

scottsy · 10-30-2009, 10:03 AM

I am in complete and absolute agreement with the last post! Looking forward to seeing what they do next!

10-19-2009, 06:59 PM	#254 (permalink)
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SCOUT Groupie Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: UK Posts: 5	On the basis of their first two albums, they're an incredible band. Their third was a little dodgy, then their label decided it was time to lose the beards, tear off their sleeves and write a catchy song with 'sex' in the title. Now they're just mainstream and ordinary; It's such a shame. __________________ My blog: New music. Every day. [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]

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jacklovezhimself five years Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Chicago Posts: 1,248	Correction: Only By The Night is their 4th album. The first 3 are great. __________________

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scottsy Untalented Drummer Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Sussex, Wisconsin Posts: 2,900	I am in complete and absolute agreement with the last post! Looking forward to seeing what they do next! __________________ "If you're like me, then it's possible you're a clone generated from my stolen DNA. I suggest you turn yourself in for destruction immediately" - Shaun Micallef.

10-18-2009, 03:40 PM	#251 (permalink)
Erika! Groupie Join Date: May 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 49	Kings of Leon is an amazing band, but their newest CD was very bland compared to their older music.

10-19-2009, 07:08 AM	#253 (permalink)
stormjh Music Addict Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 161	KOL had a few decent songs on Because Of The Times (?), but now they pretty much just write boring radio rock for 30 something year old mums to buy while they're in Asda.

10-27-2009, 01:52 PM	#258 (permalink)
ole betsy Groupie Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: over the rainbow Posts: 25	UGH am i the only one sick of the kings of leon??? When did they explode and become obnoxious? Their first two albums were amazing and I feel in love with them...now i feel as if they kinda sold out alittle...thoughts??