Could Do Better... (Americana - Offspring)

Member Name: wednesday_addams

Product:	Americana - Offspring
Date:	20/10/00 (17 review reads)
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Advantages: the good songs are ok. worth listening to

Disadvantages: its full of the usual corporate pop

I was very disappointed after buying this album. I like The Offspring for the punkier side of there music, but Americana lacks the musical talent that can be found on Smash or their first album. It has more of a chart-pop feel, which is fine if you like that sort of thing, but I feel their talent lies in making punk records, so they should stick to it.
I think the reasons for the decline in quality could be the following :-
1. They changed label. Previously they were on Epitaph, with the likes of Nofx and The Dwarves. But, Americana was released on Columbia. I reckon this could have something to do with it.
2. They realised that by making a more user-friendly record, they'd sell more copies. I don't know if thats true, its just my personal opinion. And I'm not blaming them for that either, I mean, who doesn't want more money?
3. Dexter Holland was spending a lot more time on his record company, Nitro Records. If this is the case, he is forgiven for everything. Any band signed on Nitro kick ass. Especially The Vandals... oh yes

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