Search - Sloan :: A Sides Win: Singles 1992-2005 [Bonus DVD]

Yes, a DVD...JOY!!!1

TorgosPizza | Deep 13 | 02/20/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Although most Sloan fans doubtlessly have all these songs on the CD, the DVD included in the set makes it all worthwhile. Two hours of videos--every one released thus far--and documentary info on the making of the videos make this a must-have for any fan of the greatest band in the hemisphere. If you're unfamiliar with Sloan, there's no better way to get an introduction to what these guys are about. Tell you what--just stop reading the reviews and order this, already."

Solid representation of a great Canadian band

alex bushman | Michigan | 03/01/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"OK, so this is the album containing every single they have released and therein lies it's only flaw, it's a singles collection and not a best-of. I know that some may feel these songs feel better within the context of the original albums. I think these songs fit together in a compilation. It's very strong songwriting and it documents a band's growth and changing from album to album over the years and the shift of rock music in the meantime. Since this band plays a straightahead style of powerpop that's well known people may think they have no merit because they sound like others, but do they sound superior to the others, I think so. They at least hold their own here and cut their own niche. The harmonies and melodicism are something not seen much in today's popular scene, outside of Fountains of Wayne. Yes, their sounds goes from raw straight ahead rock to studio sheen at the end, but I find that both eras fit them well. As for the DVD, I find it interesting and good in the same way I find the CD to be, and the extended documentary for the videas is very illuminating and informative about the personalities of the band and their intelligence, concepts, etc."

Perfect Introduction to Sloan

Andrew Zmolek | Highlands Ranch, CO USA | 08/27/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I've become a fast fan of the band after downloading this compilation. Sloan may be "power pop" but the hooks are smart and addictive and the the hard-driving guitar riffs still come off clean without losing any edge. Essential tracks: All Used Up, The Rest of My Life, The Other Man, If It Feels Good Do It, and Underwhelmed.



If you like bands like Allister or Something Corporate but haven't heard of Sloan, start with this collection and you won't be disappointed."