
RIOT! - Paramore's riot of punk-rock
Review created: 12/29/08(updated 04/07/09)

Paramore’s “RIOT!” is surely a great album. Aggressive at times, but generally can be smelled here punk-rock climate of Southern USA. Gladly to say, all singles released from this album are powerful and full of energy – worthy representatives of this composition.
Fourth track “Misery Business” contains rather harsh and sharp lyrics, but that is what is valuable in Paramore’s music. Lyrics are surly their strongest advantage. The voice of vocalist in “crushcrushcrush” is confident and full of rebellious swagger. Her vocal is also deep, which perfectly suits the albums climate. Perfect example of it is a track “Hallelujah” – as can be heard, the word “Hallelujah” was sang really originally. Next to punk-rock tracks, there are also pop-rock like “When it rains” or “We are broken”. However, for someone who does not like the feminine vocals, CD is rather hard to go through.
Yet, let not say that the Paramore’s success only lies in hands of the vocalist. The work of drummer in “Let the flame begin” is quite impressive. What’s more, the guitar riffs are worthy of great applause – they are really catchy and simple to try to play them by yourself. But the simplest things attract the most of our attention. And, not to neglect it, “Let the flame begin” have a powerful lyrics, which is why I enjoy this whole album so much.
No matter how look at “RIOT!” is seems a adorable composition of punk-rock rage – odd comparison? Listen to the album and tell by yourself.
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