Music Review: Skillet- Awake

I'm a brand-new fan of Skillet, and this CD might be the best thing I've ever listened to in my entire life. Full of catchy rock vibes and thought-provoking lyrics, Skillet's album Awake really caught my attention because nearly every song seemed to relate to me in some way or another. It's rare to find an entire album that feels... real... let alone one that has a good sound as well. Skillet has done an amazing job of both on this album!

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Music Review: Muse- Black Holes and Revelations

Featuring the song "Supermassive Black Hole," this album has some really good, make-you-move tracks as well as some slower ones. All Muse, and all British rock, though. Again, this is something you may not hear much on the radio in the US, but it's fun. Not everyone who hears their sound will like it (granted), but I'd recommend at least a listen. Favorite songs of mine on this disc include "Starlight," "Take a Bow," "Map of the Problematique," and "Knights of Cydonia."

Music Review: Owl City- Maybe I'm Dreaming

A friend of mine recently loaned me this CD, and while it's not what I'd usually listen to, I've really enjoyed it. I'd call it a sort of 'mellow electronica,' which in my definition means it's good music to relax to and makes me happy, without the dancing aspect that my usual music brings. With my dancing skills (or lack thereof), that's probably a good thing. :) It's good painting music, too. Adam Young is the name of the singer, and he's got some really nice imagery in his lyrics. If you're tired of the same old thing on the radio, this ought to shake things up a bit, in a hopefully pleasant way. Some of my favorite songs are "The Technicolor Phase," "Dear Vienna," "West Coast Friendship," and "The Saltwater Room."