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Sing It Loud
Come Around
Epitaph Records [2008]
Rating: 6.0

Perhaps now more than ever it seems impossible for artists to stand out, to set themselves apart from the crowd. Some struggle to find a sound they can define as their own, while others simply get lost in the mix. Less rarely do you come across a band that is comfortable enough, in a sound most would write off as conventional, to piece together an entire album that comes off as nothing shy of genuine. Sing It Loud is just that band and their debut full length, Come Around, proves it.

The album will likely find it’s way into the stereo’s of the fans of producer Josh Cain’s band, Motion City Soundtrack, as well as similar artists. While it can be written off as juvenile, Sing It Loud display a knack for writing infectious hooks and melodies that lends itself to the notion that there is more potential beneath the surface given time for growth.

While the band’s lyrical prowess might only be comparable to that of the likes of Katy Perry, their ability to break listeners’ smiles is enough to keep this reviewer’s foot taping and should satisfy fans both old and new.