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Never You Mind

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The Get Up Kids have developed a pretty solid fan base over the years, becoming one of rock's most solid "emo" bands. With two records, and two EPs under their collective belts, the band's sound has become a mainstay of the indie rock world. However, that's not enough to stop the band's front-man, Matt Pryor, from developing side projects with a different sound. Already the sometimes-rock, sometimes-metal, sometimes-who knows? spoof band, Reggie and the Full Effect has proved that, even when joking, Matt and Co. can still rock your socks off. Now, he takes a different approach: his first solo project, the New Amsterdams, is an acoustic, lyric-driven album, but it doesn't skimp on the chords, either. The tracks betray a vulnerability; a result of too many betrayals and broken relationships. The only danger is that the songs may start to blend together, but Matt is able to vary the pace enough to keep a listener attentive enough to hear his beautiful and heartbreaking lyrics. A great album, enough to make one eager for the release of his up-coming split with Dashboard Confessional.

The Get Up Kids have progressed beautifully from a catchy emo/punk band to a band with a sound all their own. The New Amsterdams which is Matt Pryor, et al's side project is no exception. This album is a must have for any Get Up Kids fan as well as anyone who likes the more mellow tracks on their other albums. Also, the Get Up Kids do some of the best covers I have ever heard. Their cover of the Afghan Whigs' "When we two parted" is exactly what a cover should be; both an interpretation of the song that makes it their own, and a tribute to the original artist. I could go on and on about Matt Pryor's ability to write poignient lyrics and catchy melodies. But I shant. Just buy the album and you shall see what I mean!

Matt Pryor's side project from The Get Up Kids couldn't be any better. The New Amsterdams, in their first release, remind me of a sort of acoustic, Pedro The Lion meets The Get Up Kids mix. A mostly mellow cd with very good lyrics, it still manages to be surprisingly upbeat at times. The 5th track McShame is probably the best of all because of its stark contrast to the rest of the album. And you simply can't miss songs like Idaho, Every Double Life, and the especially powerful Slow Down. I would recomend this for anybody to buy. I think that it can be appreciated by most all.

So emotional, in fact, that it almost brings me to tears at times. The acoustic guitars are incredible. On top of all this, you get to hear the same wonderful voice from The Get Up Kids.

This is the acoustic side-project of the Get Up Kids lead singer, Matthew Pryor. Falling into a realm of delicately arranged acoustic ramblings backed with incredibly solid indie-pop songwriting. He also does amazing renditions of the Boilermaker's "Slow Down" and the Afghan Whigs "When We Two Parted".

this is a great album, this really shows how good the get up kids really are. they display so much talent even in all 3 of their bands. must buy!

Im really into punk and usually dont like such emo but this album really has a deeper meaning to it where you can feel his emotions and at times it will make you want to cry. This is a side project from the get up kids and these guys rip. a MUST BUY if you ever need a relaxing break from the hectic and stressful world we live in.

this cd is good and it makes you feel good, put it on when you are studying or trying to sleep, its like having Matthew Shepard right there in your bedroom playing just for you.

This is the side project of the led-singer of "The Get Up Kids". This is an acoustic outing much like "Dashboard Confessional" in sound. But, its lyrics and catchy rhythm are inferior to that of "Dashboard Confessional". There isn't really a stand-out track on this album. It's overall just an above average album, nothing really special. Buy this album if your a big "Dashboard Confessional" fan. You should enjoy it.

this album makes me sick. matt pryor's cover of the afghan whigs' gorgeous "When We Two Parted" is disgraceful. this record couldn't be more predictable, pretentious, and annoying.