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The Benjamins - The Art of Disappointment

Nate Freese | Caldwell, Idaho | 12/15/2004

(3 out of 5 stars)

"Ten (10) tracks of thoughtful, inspired pop rock. Nothing out of the ordinary but this was a big surprise coming from the early years of Drive-Thru Records (when DTR was arguably weaker than they are currently). The lyrics are intriguing and the song writing is fairly focused. Like most slightly-above-average rock albums it thrives when it is catchy yet smart and sinks when it comes accross as overly cheesy (which The Benjamins occasionally do). Think a less sugary, more intelligent version of geek rock. Check out "Wonderful," and "Dr. Frank Was Right." 3/5"

One of the most interesting bands on Drive Thru

Alucard | NY | 09/23/2001

(4 out of 5 stars)

"Drive Thru Records, the spawning ground for many pop punk bands. While most of these bands are quite good, most have a bit of a repitition problem. While each one i've heard, i've enjoyed, but the riffs and lyrics are often similar, making the bands lyrically and musically interchangable. Aside from "RX Bandits" who are a full out ska band, "The Benjamins" come out with a new, original sound that makes them stand out from most of the bands on Drive Thru. Their first cd, "The Art of Disapointment" blends a pop punk sound similar to "Saves the Day" while adding an alternitive sound to it, similar to "Weezer". While this will turn off most fans of bands like New Found Glory and Fenix TX, it will please many people looking for a new type of pop punk, instead of your average Blink rip off.The stand out tracks here are "Wonderful" & "Sophia on the Stereo", which blends a harder type Weezer sound, "Couch" & "Clover", which is reminisent to a Saves the Day type sound and "Weather's Here, Wish You Were Beautiful" which combines the two sounds together. The other tracks are also good too, except for "Little Tin Heart" which never really appealed to me.So, If you are looking for an interesting new addition to the pop punk genre, don't hesitate to pick up this cd. However, you might want to listen before you buy it, it might turn you off if you are into stuff like NFG."

Guaranteed to Rock your Brain!

blah | Everywhere. | 05/15/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Hey all punk rock fans.. any of you who have influences to the likes of Weezer, Superdrag, or any of the like.. or if you are just a great punk rock fan - you MUST pick up "The Art of Disappointment" by the Benjamins.. They are the hottest new band, and they are ready to take over the whole world! The cd is a great combination of slow paced songs, to fast melodic songs. Together with awesome guitar riffs and amazing vocals "as well as mind-throbbing lyrics" this band is absolutely amazing!Make sure you pick up this cd.. and I guarantee you , that you wont be disappointed! Also, check them out on tour!"