You may not realize it on your first listen to Animal, or any of the other tracks, but you'll have at least one of these ten songs stuck in your head the rest of the day. Make sure to get the two bonus tracks, as Farther Down is one of their finest songs which was sadly left off the album. Our War is another favorite, but it is hard to top the opener Sins of my Youth which is one of their most powerful songs.
Elaine pounds the drums live, and you'll be hitting along on your steering wheel or desk with her as you listen. Branden's bass is much more in your face than 99% of other bands out there, and for good reason. The rhythm section truly work together to make this band what it is - listen to the intro of Love & Affection, for example. Chris' guitar work accents the solid rhythm section with melodies and chords that lurk in the background completing the song, like the outro to Farther Down, but also can stand out on their own when needed, like the main riff of Sins of my Youth. Finally Tyler somehow manages to combine Springsteen, Morrissey, & MJ all into one performer with powerful lyrics & an amazing stage presence. You can't help but sing along to the man.
...buy this record.