Not much has changed about The Go! Team's style between Thunder, Lightning, Strike and Proof Of Youth. In fact, Proof Of Youth might be best described as a sequel to their last album rather than something completely different from it. The album's bonus disc, featuring four tracks never before released in the U.S., takes more chances than the actual album. “Phantom Broadcast,” a great Pet Sounds-esque instrumental, is one such example.
However, what makes Proof Of Youth a great album instead of a tired retread is the overall quality of the songs. This album is just too enjoyable to get hung up over it sounding similar to the last album. Their next release is what will make or break this band. Will they just tweak things slightly again or will they throw a wrench or two into what they do? As long as they keep making great music, it might not matter either way.
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1 - The Boy Flood
Great Review Sterfish dude. I have their first album which I found instantly accessible. I'm glad that it's more of the same in the new album. They sound and feel fresh enough to get away with it, and I quite like a bit of continuity in a band. Your point is well made though as other bands will surely imitate them, and this is why ultimately they may need to change the formula.
I hope they manage to get away with it in the next album ;)