Customer Reviews

Black & Blue

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I am a mother of a teenage daughter and purchased the cd for her on the day it came out. I opened it and played it in the car on the way home. Upon ariving home I found myself sitting in the car in the garage because I wanted to hear all of the songs. At first listening all I could think of is that I needed to hear it again, and again, and again. A lot of the kids reviewing the cd here are only interested in records and the competition between the 2 boy bands. Get real kids. This cd is so far superior to the No Strings Attached cd that to say anything different is a downright lie. Buy this cd. It is great.

This will be the Backstreet Boys Four studio album and from the first single release The Shape Of My Heart you know that the Backstreet Boys usual high standard is maintained on this album. With other stand out tracks like The Call, Everyone and Time i think that this will be the album that once and for all makes them stand out from all of the other boy bands around and makes people realise that they are the best boyband in the world. So when it comes to BSB or NSYNC there is no comparrison.

These guys keep getting better with each album! The mark of true talent. Black & Blue is indeed different from the last two albums (for example-"The Call" which will be the second single), though you will find some tracks that have that familiar BSB feel, such as the first single "Shape of My Heart". This is going to be the best album to date from these guys. Do yourself a favor....get over your pre-concieved notions and add this one to your collection.

I think BSB's new 'Black and Blue' CD is a one of a kind sound. It has the sounds of the old BSB and the new sounds of the mature BSB members, Nick, Howie, Brian, Kevin and AJ. They really out did themselves on the album. It even shows thier writing abilities. Their next single, "The Call," is really going to have a great response from their fans. I suggest you go out and buy the CD and find out for yourself.

Yeah, it's the same old BSB sound. "The Call" is the only song that doesn't sound "BSBish". But, it is a jam-packed awesome CD to chill with. It's the same sound, but the same sound works. With all those hit songs and #1 chart toppers, the B-boys know what people like and continue to pump out the tunes. You can tell that the boys put a lot of effort into this CD. They were unheard over the past few months- many said that they weren't coming back and that 'N Sync had taken over the Boy Band world. Now, lemme just say--- The Boys Are Back In Town and continue to reign as pop masters and Boy Band kings of the world. Nick, Brian, Howie, AJ, and Kevin continue to mature and improve, proving so with this amazingly sassy CD full of snappy lyrics and phat tunes. "The Call" is the first CD that actually shows the "bad" side of love, or cheating on your girlfriend. I love the beats and tunes in all the songs. Their are some "slow dance" ballads but there also are the up-beat, jazzy, pumped-up ballads that make you want to jump and dance along. This CD is a must for parties, sleepovers, or just to listen to in the car. It's AWESOME!!

I think that, although still the same sound, the Backstreet Boys have grown. Know this: yes, the songs do sound similar to the songs from the previous albums. The formula is clear with such songs as "Everyone" and "The Call" which sound somewhat like "Everybody" and "Larger Than Life", respectively. But isn't that what everyone loved? No band ever ventures too far from their original sound or they will loose the fans who appreciated the music as it was. I enjoyed listening to this CD, and I am not a Backstreet fan. I admit that openly. But I also admit that the whole album is catchy. Not to be taken as seriously as some artists, sure, but all the same a good album. If you're looking for fun, this is it.

The Backstreet Boys' third album "Black and Blue" has something for everyone. You've got your party songs, slow songs, love songs, soulful songs, fast songs- you name it. And all of them are quality and single material. "Shape of My Heart" was just a bridge from "Millennium" to "Black and Blue"- all the other songs are different and cool in their own ways. The Backstreet Boys just get better and better with time. Plus I love the song "Time"- written by the Backstreet Boys and produced by the one and only Babyface.And last but not least- the BSB wrote/co-wrote about half the album on "Black and Blue." That's pretty good- way to go!!!

Even though BSB's songs sound similar, it's not the same repetitive meaning again and again. Their beat is uplifting and upbeat, and you have to admit, they are doing a great job in their musical career. They do not sound (to me) like they're trying to be the same people over and over again. BSB is very popular to teens and adults everywhere.

As I tell everyone,this is pop music and darn good at that. I happen to be a guy fan (yes,we're out there) One thing I must commend BSB on is their growing adult and male fanbase. Their music is maturing. Their past the "We've Got It Going On" days although they indeed still have it going on!

Now,the music of Black and Blue. Although not quite as flowing as "Millennium" was,it's still an amazing pop album. Millennnium was one in a million and there will never be another like it. Black and Blue DOES have more of a variety,however. It has the perfect wedding song (I Promise You),the perfect graduation song (Time),the perfect dance song (Get Another Boyfriend),and the perfect ballad. Also,many of the tracks were written by BSB! (gasps) You heard me right,people. BSB can write AND they all do unlike another group which will remain nameless. "Shining Star","Answer To Our Life","Time","Yes I Will","It's True","How Did I Fall In Love With You",and "What Makes You Different" (bonus track) were all written or cowritten by BSB. Also,another thing which may shock you is that many of the tracks written by BSB happen to be some of the best tracks on the album! BSB are turning into true artists although many are not willing to admitt it. They showed us they could do it on Millennium and now they're taking it even further. BSB,I'm looking forward to what you're going to do on the next album and I have a feeling I'm not going to be disappointed.

I'm an older (much older) fan of BSB and this cd is fantastic. I have a hard time picking one favorite. It definitely makes one realize they are not kids doing bubblegum music anymore. They never said they were musicians but they are songwriters and artists. Their harmonies and the way their voices blend takes me back to some of the sounds of Motown (yes, I'm THAT old). They have what it takes to have real longevity. They seem to show a true appreciation for their fans and aren't afraid to show their feelings for each other, their families and their values. Those are qualities you don't see very often in the music business. I applaud them and appreicate their dedication and hard work. Thanks for the great music.