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Maxeen

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I had never heard of Maxeen until I went to a concert and saw them perform. They blew me away from beginning to end and it only took that one show to convince me to buy the album at the merchandise booth. I spoke with the lead singer/bassist Tom about how their performance convinced me to buy their album and he was a friendly chum. After listening to the album carefully, I am in awe. This album is driving rock music at its best. The album is fast and fresh, reminding me a lot of 1980s bands like Loverboy, but better, if I dare say. If you enjoy good old punk music, check this band out and see them live!

It's an exciting time for music when a few bands are starting to break from the monotony created from a pop-centric radio dial. Rock is resurging with renewed interests in what made it rock in the first place. Remniscent of retro greats such as the Clash and Police, Maxeen's debut truly rocks! This trio draws you in with their hard-driving rhythms and melodic whimsy. "Please" opens with kicking drums and energy to burn. The album maintains this high energy from start to finish without exhausting the listener. What amazes me most is how beautiful their sound truly is without losing the feel of a rock album. Check out the swooning vocals on "Lead Not Follow" ( I get chills hearing it) and how skillfully it leads into "Soleil" to get an idea. I found myself moving to the rhythms and singing along after my very first listen. Twelve tracks and not one disappoints. Fittingly, the final track is titled "Good Enough". For a freshman attempt in a fickle industry, I'd say they're far better than most and the best I've heard in a long time.

They're probably sick of the comparison by now, but Maxeen evokes early Police. It's their own fault, they're a 3-piece with a lead singer/bassist. The bottom line? Great songs well played. Tom's vocals are unique - slightly off-putting at first, they've got a nasal timbre and almost a bit of a whine - but his desperate, passionate performances and pure vocal horsepower overcome the flaws and make a fan out of you after two songs. His "beautifully defective voice" resides somewhere in the category with Geddy Lee and Elvis Costello.

Maxeen really knows how to bring it. This is one of those bands that just isn't getting the credit it deserves. With an alt/punk vibe, this band keeps ya moving with lots of energy. A definite for your CD or iPod collection!!!

Wow....this is by far one of the best releases I've heard from an American band in a while. Of course there is the Police influence that's first noticed, also a little early U2 in my opinion mainly from some of the bass lines. Then, all of their own unique qualities come SCREAMING through! So much energy and one thing that gets lost in so many recordings....these guys are having FUN! Every song is memorable, how often can you say that? Such a cool voice! Killer transitions and fills, the bass runs don't stop, man...the list goes on and on. This disc is worth every penny and then some. Buy this album, PLEASE don't download. Can't wait till next time they come through Chicago, I'll be there. In case the band reads this....THANK YOU for making some great music!

I saw them this summer on the warped tour and I liked what I heard then. I have kept an eye on them and waited for the cd to come out. I think that it is awesome. It has simple lyrics and the music rocks. The whole cd is great. My favorite are 1,4,7,and 12 so far. If you have a chance to see them, do.

The best band I have ever heard. I seriously can't get their songs out of my head. Catch them live if you can! They will freak you out!!!!

First of all, I haven't heard all of this CD. In fact, I've only heard 3 or 4 songs. But after seeing them in concert twice, I can tell you they just absolutely rock. The lead singer is just really different and awesome and they are coming up with some of the coolest songs that I've heard of in a while. "Soleil" and "Strangers" are both awesome songs. This band is so young (probably late teens, early 20's) and their career is just getting started, so expect to hear great things from this trio in the future.