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Hello Fascination

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I didn't think Breathe Carolina could top their debut album "That's Classy, Not Classic." That album had a great mix of vocals and great beats. Granted, it wasn't a band meant for all listeners, but it was just one of those bands that immediately clicked with me. Now that the second album has arrived, I say without a doubt that Hello Fascination ups everything before in That's Classy, Not Classic to the 11 setting. This band's lead (sorry, don't really focus on singer names) has a more mature voice this time around. You hear the professional mixing going on also - the last album had minor flaws in this area. Think of this album as one of those albums that have no throwaway tracks. I know for a fact that I like every single song, track 1 to 13. This is a definite purchase, and great value for 13 tracks. Just be warned - this is NOT just a dance/electronica band - there is also screaming incorporated at certain segments. This unfortunately may not suit everyone's music tastes, but in my opinion it really adds to the music. Listen to them first - you'll love them or hate them. I ended up loving them and becoming a big fan. If you had asked me at first what i would have thought of a dance band that had random screaming with electronic beats...well...i wouldn't have thought much of it. Yet this band proves to be all of those and so much more. I implore you - give this album a spin and judge for yourself.

1. Hello Fascination
I really felt this song was an appropriate introduction to the album. It's not like the introduction found in That's Classy in any way. Instead of the near monologue found in the previous effort we get a very catchy and distinct pop song. This song is very easy to like, and definitely gets this album off to a great start - 5/5

2. I'm the Type of Person to Take it Personally
This next track didn't click with me at first, with a larger part of the beginning devoted to screaming and less of vocals. Yet giving this song a few more listens, it grew on me. There is especially a memorial part at 2:25 and to the end that makes the song worth listening to - 4/5

3. Take Me to Inifinity
This might have been one of the few songs that I really couldn't find a good reason to absolutely love. The lyrics are there, the beat, and vocals...but just way too much autotune imo. You might think differently however - 3.5/5

4. Dressed Up to Undress
Man I loved this song. The lyrics are written in a steretypical teenage plot to get in bed, but they really are catchy. There is a certain electronic upbeat feel to this song that really shows by the middle of the song. It's similar in some respects to Take me to Infinity but for me it delivers more enjoyment when I listen to it, be it the mixing, different set of beats, etc - it works. - 4.5/5

5. I.D.G.A.F
This song just makes me wonder how Breathe Carolina got away without having a mandatory Parental Advisory sticker on the cover. Nonetheless, this song is pure entertainment. Between the electronic-pop and synthesized vocals, it really creates a winning formula that gets you singing, well, singing I don't give a f - 4.5/5

6. Welcome to Savannah
Ah yes, the highlight song. This one ranks up there with Hello Fascination - the power in this song is not in the electronica that was presented in the previous songs, but in the lyrics and the chorus. Giving this song several listens reminded me of several times how we negatively fall into self-deception that we aren't 'pretty enough.' This song is worth as many listens as you can put in. Don't let this one go unplayed whenever you're playing on shuffle on your ipod - 5/5

7. I Have to Go Return Some Video Tapes
I wish I could say I knew what the song's title is taken from, but i sadly can't. Unfortunately this song isn't very close to being a favorite on the album. The song twists and turns, trying to be varied and emotional, but comes off as being inconsistent. The lyrics are good though. Don't let my opinion sway what you think of it though - 2/5

8. The Dressing Room
Man oh Man. This is absolutely my favorite song of the album. If there must be only song you can like out of this album, it would have to be this one. Everything in this song is perfect, from lyrics to beat to overall feel. I really want to go on and on about this song, but I'd much rather let you all discover how great it really is - 6/5

9. Tripped and Fell in Portland
This song tricked me. I thought it was going to be a sure skip, but then the one time i stuck with it i realized that the song got really good and catchy - if you hated it at first like me, just wait the chorus - 4/5

10. Can I Take You Home?
This one is actually pretty good. It feels like a throwaway track at first, but I found some re-listen value in it. The song takes a different feel, and has a more orchestral approach at the end. It's good for variety in the album, and I enjoyed it. 3.5/5

11. My Obsession
This is as solid as a song can get. It's not super awesome like The Dressing Room, but it's not worth a skip either. The chorus is done well, and that's what counts the most in songs of this nature - 4/5

12. Velvet
Haha this is such a naughty song. But I find myself really enjoying it (don't judge). The song has a certain rush to it - you feel it in the lyrics as well ("Princess, I just wanna witness, Watch you severing that velvet...the way you touch yourself"). Also a great song that cannot be skipped (unless you have a paranoia to immoral lyrics...but then what are you doing listening to this band?) - 5/5

13. Rescue
Ah yes, the final song. This song is 100% different than any of the songs you've heard. it's meant to be a closing ceremony, a cool-down for all that jamming and audio ecstasy you just experienced. Strong finish and definitely shows a calmer and more mature side to Breathe Carolina. It can't compare to any of the top-tier songs, but it holds it's own in its own special way. 4.5/5

I love Breathe Carolina's 2nd album Hello Facsination! I love Breathe Carolina. They're my favorite bands ever! I love all of their songs from this album!

1) Hello Facsination 10/10
2) I'm the Person to Take it Personal 10/10
3) Take me to Infinity 9/10
4) Dressed up to Undress 9/10
5) I.D.G.A.F. 10/10
6) Welcome to Savannah 9/10
7) I Have to Go Return Some Video Tapes 9/10
8) The Dressing Room 9/10
9) Tripped and Fell in Portland 10/10
10) Can I Take You Home? 9/10
11) My Obsession 9/10
12) Velvet 10/10
13) Rescue 10/10

I saw them live in concert. They're pretty good live in concert. David and Kyle are such sweeties, when I met them in concert. Buy this album! You'll love it!

L O V E this cd! BC is so different, fun & energetic.
i love all their stuff! Totally awesome!
B U Y IT!!!!!!!!!

Lots of energy. Fun Good music. Nice mix of pop and dub-step in between the rock and hardcore. Reminds me of Linkin Park. Saw them live at unsilent night. They put on one awesome show.

This product is just fantastic, there is no problem with the condition on the cd and it's cover, the product come to my address quicker than estimated, which was great, 5 stars to amazon!

If you like trippy electro punk with heavy beats you'll love this. For fans of bands like The Big Pink and MGMT and Tokio Hotel.

This is a fantastic follow-up to "Classy...not Classic" - I thought the hardcore roots were more prevalent and there's an excellent balance between the electronica and instrumentation. There aren't many albums that don't have at least one or two songs I tend to skip over, but I actually like ALL the tracks here. Saw these guys on Warped Tour - they put on a great show and really came into their own. I recommend this album to old and new listeners of this genre.

really nice progression in sound and lyrics from TCNC, definitely catchy and strong vocals, great job BC

I am 13 and my mom bought this for me. I love Breathe Carolina and have all their albums, and they never dissapoint!! I love the album so much, would totally reccomend it to my friends!!!!