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Favourite Worst Nightmare

Arctic MonkeysAudio CD
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (73 customer reviews)

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ARCTIC MONKEYS RETURN

Since recording their last album and during the course of over two years, the boys had become accustomed to the routines of their everyday lives. With writing and recording paused, Nick, Matt, Jamie and Alex were each able to indulge in their own bespoke approach to enjoying life in their early twenties.

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  • Audio CD (April 24, 2007)
  • Original Release Date: 2007
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Domino
  • ASIN: B000NQR7NO
  • In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Music
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (73 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,254 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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Snarly and stone-sharpened, the Arctic Monkeys open their sophomore effort with "Brianstorm," a bracing blast of guitar fractures and rhythmic herky-jerks. Alex Turner's voice is the centerpiece, scoured the way the Streets' Mike Skinner's quick. Favourite Worst Nightmare moves from frontal blast quickly to the lean, mid-paced pop nugget, "Teddy Picker," which even with its clear guitars and straight rhythms still has Turner's tart intonation piercing the air. The tugging bass and guitar of "Fluorescent Adolescent" show shades of the retro-soul tip that drives Amy Winehouse (and Lily Allen), showing that the Arctic Monkeys have a taste for the dancefloor that spans generations, even if their guitars can cut across each other with relentless jaggedness while Turner's caustic pipes lasso the ears. Nightmare expands the band's reach, as when "Do Me a Favour" goes wonderfully haywire from tumbling rhythm, clear-guitar, and fluid narrative to a cresting blast of guitars--big and brawny and borne from the merely tumultuous, like the band itself. --Andrew Bartlett

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While this sophomore release is unmistakably Arctic Monkeys, everything's a little more muscular and aggressive. Each song is embedded with revelatory moments, as if some sort of critical mass is achieved through skillful song craft and sharp arrangements until an explosive release of energy or emotion is inevitable. Arctic Monkeys have exceeded expectations with this record.

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Means there was couple songs in the album I really like! Y. Saimoto  |  11 reviewers made a similar statement
The band has good basic rock instincts that it blends with judicious touches of punk and alt-rock. Kurt Harding  |  6 reviewers made a similar statement
If you haven't listened to the Arctic Monkeys, do yourself a great favor and pick them up. K. Connor  |  5 reviewers made a similar statement
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44 of 50 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars It's very hard to top their first album, but... May 1, 2007
Format:Audio CD
Picture this: a band of guys that are barely adults come out of nowhere and create an album that although doesn't sell a WHOLE lot (well, in the U.S., anyway), it makes such an impact that it was the fastest selling debut album EVER in their native England, and it was even nominated for two Grammys in the States. Yes, I'm talking about Arctic Monkeys and their electrifying debut, Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not. But then the question is, how do you measure up to something like that? The answer: make an album like Favourite Worst Nightmare.

I initially thought the Monkeys would be taking a break after bassist Andy Nicholson quit the band just before last year's North American tour (which I wish I was at, but it doesn't matter; nobody ever comes to Milwaukee anyway). But in came new bassist Nick O'Malley, and he blends in quite well with the other members. Alex's songwriting is invigorating as always, and he and the rest of the band continue to impress, as shown by tracks like "Old Yellow Bricks" and "Teddy Picker".

One song that I have to mention, though, is the lead single "Brianstorm" (not brainstorm; "BRIANstorm"). That's the album's opening track, and the way those guitars start just blow you away AND invite you in at the same time. It's also interesting to hear a few mellow tracks that don't sound so clichéd, like "Only Ones Who Know" and "505". Speaking of romantic tunes, "The Bad Thing" is pretty funny.

I also like the metaphorical "Balaclava" (which is the proper term for a ski mask; at first I thought it was a unique way of saying "baklava"), but my favorite song on the album would have to be...hell, ALL of them. I don't know what's more impressive, that the Monkeys made another great album, or that they did it all in less than forty minutes. Whatever the case, pick up Favourite Worst Nightmare NOW.

Anthony Rupert
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22 of 26 people found the following review helpful
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Arctic Monkeys are a UK phenomenon, with last year's debut album "Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I'm Not" selling more than any other debut album, EVER, in UK chart history. It was a great album, no question. Now, only a year later, comes the follow-up album.

"Farvourite Worst Nightmare" (12 tracks, 37 min.) shows the band maturing. While there are still many hard charging songs, such as the lead-off track (and irresistable first single) "Brianstorm", there is a darker side to this album as well. The album is neatly divided into two 6 song cycles, recalling the good ol' vinyl album days. On the first half, in addition to the previously mentioned "Brianstorm", highlights include the urgent "Teddy Picker", the reggae-flavored "Fluorescent Adolescent" and the pensive "Only Ones Who Know". On the second half, my personal favorites are "This House Is a Circus", "If You Were There, Beware" (with great guitar licks,even a solo), and the closer, a misleading 'ballad' "505". In all, quite a satisfying album. I enjoyed it from start to finish and at 37 min. it clips by in no time.

I'm still not sure I understand the UK frenzy over this. I read that the album sold close to 100,000 there on the first day of the release earlier this week. Say what? That said, Arctic Monkeys bring great music, and this album confirms it. I will see them live at Coachella this coming weekend and I can't wait to check them out live to see what the UK hype is all about.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent album from an excellent band April 28, 2007
Format:Audio CD
Hype is unfair to everyone involved, be it the artist being held to lofty expectations, or to the fan, who rarely can have expectations met. Arctic Monkeys are trapped in the Hype controversey which is unfair, and ignores the band's talent and ability. Their first album was amazing, and with catchy hooks for a fun night on the town. Some liked it, others didn't. This second album will most likely not change anyone's mind who did not like the first. First, the band chose a darker sound with a harsher edge, hurting the fun aspect of the first album. Then there is the issue that there are nothing quite as catchy as I Bet You Look Good On the Dance Floor. But that would again put them into an unfair expectation category to judge them by their past album. As an album, this is a great record, the music works, tight production, and feels like something to put in your car when out on a saturday night with friends. An excellent album. Enjoy it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love it
I love this CD and listen to it all the time, came quicly and have no complaints at all here.
Published 4 days ago by Kelly A Kolp
4.0 out of 5 stars Good listen
I wanted an arctic monkeys album and it seems this was the only reasonably priced one so I went for it. This album was no disappointment in my eyes
Published 12 days ago by ListenToJBT
5.0 out of 5 stars I love the Arctic Monkeys.
The Arctoc Monkeys are by far my Favorite Band. My favorite track off this album would have to be Fluorescent Adolescent; with Teddy Picker as a close second.
Published 3 months ago by alex
5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE!!!
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS ALBUM!!!
This has got to me one of my favourite albums by The Arctic Monkeys
They even have me spelling the word "favourite" that... Read more
Published 4 months ago by SirPsychoSexy
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
I don't buy music. I download it illegally most of the time. But sometimes, when the music is this good, you have to have it in your collection. This is one of those times.
Published 6 months ago by Alexandru Duta
2.0 out of 5 stars Unsettling
The vinyl record I ordered was said to be brand new-it did have the seal on it and all, but there were rips on the inside sleeve.
Published 8 months ago by Lhorn
5.0 out of 5 stars great
Really was every thing i thought it would be great i will be coming back to get other items boom!
Published 12 months ago by ogtripleog
5.0 out of 5 stars NOW I REALLY LIKE THE MONKEYS!
I always heard about the furor the ARCTIC MONKEYS was creating with their sound...So, i bought FAVOURITE WORST NIGHTMARE...AND NOW I REALLY LIKE THE MONKEYS! Read more
Published 18 months ago by Rio Fluzăo
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1 Word 2 DisCribe "Favourie Worst NightMare",a Kick Bloody Arse 2nd Album!!!! :P,I was happy that it came after I ordered it a few days ago & Their Songs Like "BrianStorm,"505" &... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Raynesha Mcghee-reed
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Sophomore Attempt
I had their 1st CD years back and loved it but kind of lost track of the band recently until seeing them on Letterman. I purchased this CD as well as the next 2..... Read more
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