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With the release of Gutterflower (the band's first studio album in almost four years), the Goo Goo Dolls deliver a twelve song collection of the same radio friendly ear candy that defined 1998's Dizzy Up the Girl. Although older fans will likely dismiss this latest offering as another attempt tp re-achieve the commercial success of the 1995 smash Name and City of Angel's Iris, newer fans will find much to like here. Lyrically, Gutterflower is considerably more bitter and cynical than any of the bands' previous cd's. Song's like What A Scene help convey these emotions with sharp, albeit not quite heavy, guitar riffs. All in all, after eagerly awaiting a new Dolls album for more than 3 years, I can't help but feel a little shortchanged. Gutterflower just isn't as memorable as Dizzy Up the Girl. Good but not great: buy a new copy of Superstar Carwash instead.
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If you liked Dizzy Up The Girl, you'll love Gutterflower. The music rocks, as always, and the lyrics are sincere. I wouldn't expect anything else from the Goos. This album sounds like they really are doing what they love to do. Their enthusiasm bleeds into their music. John wrote more songs with his altered guitar tunings, and Robby wrote his riff-driven songs with flare. The guys sound better than ever on this record. Call it power pop, alternative, or whatever you want, the fact of the matter is, it's great music everyone can relate to. I tip my hat to the GGD on their latest effort. It hasn't left my CD player for the year it's been on the shelves.
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This CD is a must for a Goo fan!! Not many songs like the smash hits Iris and black ballon but a deffinate rock CD. A warnnig to all the Fans of the Goo's who fell in Love with Jed, Superstar Carwash & Hold Me Up, this album is a little different, But a good one all the same! I recomend "Here is Gone" "Sympathy" and none other than "Big Machine" I Guarantee you will enjoy this wonderful production! Well what else do you expect its from the Dolls!
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While the album is not without it's charms and soul-moving effects, I personally don't find it to be the Goos best work yet. It has a few wonderfully captivating songs that suck you in and delivers it's creative punch, but when looked at among their previous albums, such as Superstar Carwash or Jed, it seems to lack a new edge. Still, it is a nice album to listen to nonetheless, especially if you seek works of lyrical genius...
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The title does have a connection to the album as a whole. Like a flower blooming out of the gutter, this album seems to bloom as well. Gutterflower is truely an honest reflection of where the band is in their life musically and personally. I have been a fan of every album they have produced, from their self titled debut album to 'What I Learned About Ego, Opinion, Art, and Commerce' and 'Gutterflower' has been added to the list. Every song on this album, including and especially songs with Robby's vocals, are hard hitting and reflect new ideas separate from their hit album 'Dizzy Up The Girl.' If you want a great album, get Gutterflower, and for an expanded experience, see them in concert!
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