Redhead by Bleu

Pros: Some of the most energetic power pop we've had in a while
Cons: the album can come on a bit too strong at times

Subtlety is a dying art form. Few and far between are the artistic offerings that unfold gracefully over prolonged exposure, rewarding the careful audience members who delve beneath the surface to find the hidden surprises. Several of my favorite ...

Pros: One good song, two (count 'em TWO) decent songs...
Cons: Overproduced, inconsistent, indistinct...

A mere recommendation isn’t necessarily enough of an incentive to make me listen to an album. I’m cheap and if I’m even moderately uncomfortable with a purchase, I will avoid it at all costs. That is unless of course it shows up in my ...

Pros: Smart, beautifully arranged and sung modern pop that uses a variety of styles thoughtfully.
Cons: Arguably has a couple melodies that are _too_ sweet.

As of this writing, there are several equally plausible, yet quite different, reasons why an Epinion ...

Pros: Succint and expertly performed power-pop. A tight album, in general.
Cons: Multiple versions exist and I want them consolidated.

Everybody thinks their favorite music is accessible. A few weeks ago, I participated in an informal round-table discussion with a few people from different musical schools of thought, trying to weasel suggestions for a mix cd that could easily be ...

Pros: Rollicking, fun rock album.
Cons: None to speak of.

Looking for a good, fun, rock 'n roll album? Look no further than Bleu's recent release Redhead.

I picked up this album at one of his concerts roughly a month ago where he was opening for one of my favorite bands, Toad the Wet...

Pros: Catchy, great songs, performances and production.
Cons: Can't think of any.

"Redhead" by Bleu is a pop/rock record of a quality and style that I haven't seen since this style's heyday in the early-mid 90s. The crunchy guitar riffs combined with way better-than-average guy rock vocals complete with harmonies make for a record I can't take off my stereo. I'm really impressed with the pop sensibility and songwriting skill on this album. This record basically just makes me want to shake it, and that's the highest compliment I can give something.