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Explicit Street Fighter (War) | Sick Puppies | 3:13 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit I Hate You | Sick Puppies | 3:28 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit Rip Tide | Sick Puppies | 3:11 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit You're Going Down | Sick Puppies | 3:07 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit Odd One | Sick Puppies | 3:46 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit So What I Lied | Sick Puppies | 3:42 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit Survive | Sick Puppies | 3:12 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit Should've Known Better | Sick Puppies | 3:52 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit Maybe | Sick Puppies | 3:29 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit Don't Walk Away | Sick Puppies | 3:48 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit Master of the Universe | Sick Puppies | 3:33 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit In It for Life | Sick Puppies | 4:05 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit White Balloons | Sick Puppies | 3:39 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit Dead Space | Sick Puppies | 3:12 | Album Only | View In iTunes |
| Total: 14 Songs |
iTunes Review
When they want to, Sick Puppies can muster an impressive snarl but they’re not above wagging their tails for attention; the Australian-bred trio mixes ferocity with a little friendliness on their sophomore album, Tri-Polar. Though the band seems rooted in ‘90s-era grunge sounds, they are also capable of Goo Goo Dolls-style power balladry or Creed-like grandeur. Singer Shimon Moore can shred his larynx with the best of them, infusing “You’re Going Down,” “I Hate You” and “Street Fighter (War)” with well-aimed aggression. He projects a sustained sense of anguish on tracks like “Master of the Universe” and “Should’ve Known Better,” spurred on by Emma Anzai’s pulsating bass and Mark Goodwin’s rippling drums. But even when tearing into lovers and enemies, Sick Puppies rarely stray from familiar (and effective) melodic motifs. “Don’t Walk Away” and “So What I Lied” successfully emphasize sweetness over bite. The trio’s ability to veer from the hard-charging “Survive” to the almost gentle “White Balloons” is a testimony to their creative strength. Sick Puppies prove themselves alive and well on their second full-length release.
Customer Reviews
A Fitting Title
First off, Tri-Polar really pleasantly surprised me. This album has some very good songs, even if there are some sub-par production decisions.
PROS:
-Phenomenal energy, melody, and butt-kicking sound from a three-person band.
-The band relies heavily on the fifth and the flat / sharp fifth in a lot of songs, creating interesting and unique melodies.
-Some beginnings of songs sound bizarre, even jarring at first, until you hear the vocals and see how it all "comes together," which is very refreshing and overall a great feeling.
-Emma Anzai uses slap bass very well, and gives an interesting feel to the band, as the bass stands out a lot and seems like actually an important and cool-sounding instrument (gasp)!
CONS:
-The order and pacing of Tri-Polar is off. The album should have kept up with WAR by having more heavy songs in the beginning, but instead saves some of the blood-pumpers for later, which breaks up the overall flow of the album, jumping around to different ideas instead of segueing into them.
-The sound of Shimon Moore's singing is edited a bit too much for my taste, as roars and yells are a little too perfect to seem raw and realistic. Since Tri-Polar is way more intense than Dressed up as Life, it should have a bit more of a mature, gritty sound.
MISC:
-Influences can be felt from Breaking Benjamin, Alice in Chains, and other great bands of similar style.
Overall Tri-Polar is phenomenal. Sick Puppies has managed to retain their basic style, while branching out and trying new sounds and ideas with their music. And it sounds amazing. This is a great sign from a new band, as they're refining their sound and not getting bogged down in making clones of their previous albums. An absolute must-buy. Congratulations Sick Puppies, you are now one of my favorite bands
Exceptional
Initially I heard War and was a little worried about the content of this album - it was good, it was powerful, but it wasn't the melodic Sick Puppies that I knew and loved. However, this CD was released and immediately blew me away. I normally don't write reviews but I was so moved by the quality and uniqueness of the tracks on this album that I decided to do a little review of each one.
Street Fighter (War) ****
-A good pump up song, very little melody.
I Hate You *****
-This song builds up perfectly to the chorus, with incredibly powerful lyrics throughout.
Rip Tide *****
-Another good, hard pump up song. I actually prefer this one to War.
You're Going Down ****
-Powerful, but a little cliche.
Odd One *****
-I felt like I've heard this one before... I loved the mixed rhythms.
So What I Lied *****
-There's just something about this song that's addicting. It just flows so smoothly.
Survive *****
-The bridge before the chorus gets me every time.
Should've Known Better *****
-An all-around good rock song.
Maybe *****
-Along with White Balloons, my favorite on the CD.
Don't Walk Away ****
-Intriguing guitar part, but aside from that there's nothing new here.
Master of the Universe *****
-The chorus has an eerie feeling to it.
In It For Life *****
-Classic Sick Puppies powerful feel.
White Balloons *****
-My other favorite. The way it builds up is fantastic.
Very good job
Personally I have to say this is an incredible album. Hearing Emma Anzai sing in White Balloons was intriguing, she has a very pretty singing voice. Regardless of what was written by the iTunes hired reviewer, this album has alot of potential. The songs that stuck out to me the most were "I Hate You" and "Maybe", which I think "Maybe" has great breakthrough and single potential.
Sick Puppies has managed to keep their own sound about them, and there's a reason this album is called Tri-Polar. Knowing that this album was put together by a three-piece band tends to stun me, they have to be one of the best rising bands out there, and they're my all-time favorite. I look forward to future albums from them, keep up the good work guys.
Biography
Formed: 1997 in Sydney, Australia
Genre: Rock
Years Active: '90s, '00s
Top Albums and Songs by Sick Puppies
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Explicit You're Going Down | Tri-Polar | 3:07 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit All the Same | Dressed Up As Life | 4:18 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit Odd One | Tri-Polar | 3:46 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit My World | Dressed Up As Life | 3:59 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Street Fighter (War) | Street Fighter (War) - Single | 3:19 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
- $9.99
- Genres: Rock, Music, Alternative, Adult Alternative
- Released: Jul 24, 2009
- ℗ (C) 2009 Virgin Records America, Inc.. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction is a violation of applicable laws. Manufactured by Virgin Records America, Inc., Capitol Records, LLC, 150 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011.
