Hanson - Underneath

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Music Review: "If the past is any indication, it's the future........"
Rating: 5 Stars

Underneath has proved that Hanson know how to truly rock it! As I sat down at my computer to take advantage of a pre-order privilege from Amazon, I began to zone out to 13 amazing, ear-shattering, dance-groovin' tunes. Some bands are comprised of one lead singer, two bass players, and a drummer who sits in the back and does just that- he drums to the beat of the song. Not Hanson. Hanson each play an important role in the vocals and the instrumental category, which make up their third studio album, Underneath due out in stores April 20. Each Hanson song differs as if you were comparing a lemon and a sweet potato. Each Hanson song differs as if you were wearing plaid pants, a striped shirt, and swirl sneakers. Each Hanson song differs in a good way. I have ceased to get bored with their new album, and each song takes me in a different direction. Underneath opens with "Strong Enough to Break", a tune that is endless and nearly impossible to get out of your head with its persistent, nagging melody. Track two on the list is graceful by its title alone, "Dancing in the Wind". "Dancing in the Wind" is your typical rock groove with its edgy vibe, no doubt about that. And let's not forget "Penny and Me", the first single off of Underneath. The video was recently shot by director Chris Applebaum (Fountains of Wayne, "Stacy's Mom") and staring Samaire Armstrong, rising young star of The O.C. as `Penny'. I have always been a fan of great poetry, and this tune has got it all. I could wake up, get a cup of coffee, watch the sun rise, cruise in my convertible VW, have a picnic for lunch while sipping pink lemonade, and this infectious pop/rock single would tell it all. Amazing! The title track "Underneath" which was co-written with Matthew Sweet, is one of the SWEETEST love ballads on planet earth. Misery captures the essence of bluesy jazz music through the combo of Zac's voice and a rhythmic guitar. Lost Without Eachother anyone? Need I say more? This song is the fast tempo of the album, and it dates back to early 1950's and 60's classic rock and roll. "When You're Gone" is centered around beautiful poetry, and amazing lyrics. With its deep and brooding, guitar strumming, and impeccable harmonies, beauty blossoms. Zac's shining glory comes alive and vivid through the grand piano, a metaphor for life, and the title, "Broken Angel". A cross between Johnny Lang and Randy Newman, I couldn't help but wonder if he'd ever consider going solo on the band with his unique and original style. Isaac's ballad Deeper, featuring back-up vocals by singer/songwriter Michelle Branch is your classic radio edit, and showcases that surely Isaac has the best voice in Hanson. Seriously. Ahh.......now we move on to "Get Up and Go". Hanson, I gotta give you your props. You still have not forgotten how to write good, ol' infectious pop rock! Amen to that! I remember when Taylor performed "Crazy Beautiful" on the Acoustic Tour. That boy is the master at [as Isaac would joke], "putting that piano to shame". Man, seven years of lessons sure paid off! Keep up the good work! "Hey" has always been a favorite of mine, ever since they first perfomed it on Sabrina the Teenage Witch. Hey is just as it sounds. A slightly more mellow, temped southern rocker with an edge of gospel harmonies. "Believe" is the only song that I had never heard before, but I have faith in knowing that I have loved every single one of Hanson's tunes since September of 1997, and there's no reason why I shouldn't like this mellow, easy-going piano ballad. Underneath's hidden track is "Lula Belle", and I don't quite know what era this song pulls from, but it reminds me of something. Something incredible. First off, between "Broken Angel" and "Lula Belle", I know Zac's style is very different from his brothers, and extremely well composed. "Lula Belle" is comforting, and sort of reminds me of slow dancing in an elegant ballroom in the 1920's. I listen to one song and I'm swimming in a crystal blue lake, the next one I'm driving in my convertible with the top down and the radio up, the next one I am hanging with friends at the Santa Monica Pier or spending the day with my best friend at the mall.........each song is unique and different, and each song takes me to new and exciting heights. Sometimes I can't explain the feeling I get while listening to Underneath, but whatever it is, it is phenomenal, and knocks the wind from my system. I was breathless and blown away by the sweet sound of lush harmonies and intense, persistent, nagging melodies that tear at your heart until you sing your heart out. After four long, agonizing years, Underneath has finally arrived. If you haven't given Hanson's music a chance in the past, now is your chance. So if there's anything else you should remember, listen before you judge. I GUARENTEE you, Underneath is no waste of money. It is money well spent!

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