Nickelback's Dark Horse Album

I downloaded the album off of Amazon a couple days ago. The album was co-produced by legendary producer Mutt Lang. You can tell Mutt's influences on the album. It has alot of that Def Leppard large sound. Kind of takes me back to the 80's in some ways. But, why not? Seems to be the "in" thing to do lately. Metallica, Motley Crue, AC/DC, and even Guns and Roses are back.

The first song of the album gets off to a rockin' start. Something in Your Mouth lyrically is a copy cat of Theory of a Deadman's Bad Girlfriend. Another copycat song that comes to mind is Hinder's Use Me. But it is fun and it works. But not for Great Britain, I'm afraid. Radio stations across the pond find the song too racy. One radio station views it differently and is trying to get it played in the UK.
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The next song Burn It To The Ground will be the rock anthem for all sporting events. It has those rockin' guitars throughout the song, nice solos. Too bad Daniel doesn't have some kick ass drum solo in there somewhere.

Gotta Be Somebody, the first song released as a single off the album, starts out with ethereal backup vocals that merge into Chad singing. This song is typical Nickelback, a little over synthesized though and has a very country feel to me. When I first heard it I thought of Shania Twain. But, very popular radio wise. Also the chorus is catchy. Very romantic/inspiring lyrics. Belongs in a hallmark commercial. LOL

I'd Come For You: Ballad. I predict this one to be popular radiowise as well. I can see it being played at weddings.

Next Go Round: If the Brits are having a problem with Something in your mouth, then they may as well just forget this one. Great song though. Reminiscent of Animals. Fast driving music and beats. I love when the music alternates between left and right speaker too.

Just to Get High: Sad lyrics about a junkie. Not a favorite. Music is dramatic sounding. Love the beats in it though. Nice guitar solo.

Never Gonna Be Alone: Another ballad. Another wedding song.

Shakin' Hands: Not a fan of this song. It is ok. The backup "Hey!" seems to be popular throughout the album. Quite a few of the songs have it except the ballads of course. Filler song.

S.E.X: Need I say more. Not gonna be played in the UK. No way. Kind of funny for a country that brought us Benny Hill and Monty Python. I thought the US was bad. Whoa! Great song though. Reminds me of something Prince would sing. hahahahaha

If Today Was Your Last Day: Inspirational song. Makes you think. Music is ok. I can never get through it for some reason. I'm always fast forwarding through this song.

This Afternoon: Fun, humorous song. I can see it played as the ending credits of some friends drama/comedy movie.

Overall, I really like the album. Kudos to Nickelback for trying something different.