Language. Sex. Violence. Other? - Stereophonics

Stereophonics released this album 'Language, sex, violence, other?' back in 2005. It was their 5th studio album. I was a huge fan of their first two albums and have seen them live three times, they were always excellent. Their 3rd and 4th albums were very disapointing for me, not as rock as their first two and lacking that drive. So how does this one compare? Well here is what I think of each song: 1. Superman - Excellent opening. A really good return to form from the band. Big riffs, powerful lyrics and a great tempo. Nice start. 9/10 2. Doorman - Another very upbeat song, almost to upbeat. Fast pace and fast lyircs, but just ...  Read the complete review

‘Language Sex Violence Other’ is the latest album released for the critically acclaimed Stereophonics. It’s no secret that I am a massive fan, and I shall attempt to persuade you non-believers into realising the sheer genius of Kelly Jones et al. Just one snatched chord of Dakota had me rushing onto Play.com in a frenzied excitement, pre-ordering my copy, arriving on my door mat three days before its recent release. The album cover is the first thing that struck me. The cardboard cover is a shiny black with silver text, as I have the limited edition version. Removing the cover instantly tells you of the importance of protecting this baby, the cover ...  Read the complete review

The Stereophonics seem to have evolved into one of those bands that people either love or hate. In the early days of Word Gets Around they seemed to be a decent Indie rock band that were going places fast. The second album seemed to be in the same vein as the first and things were really looking up. It was then that they released J E E P the long awaited third album that totally changed the bands direction and focus, but not in a good way. With the damage seemingly done they took yet another direction with 2003’s “You Gotta GO There To Come Back”, which saw them start to become the band they were in the beginning. For this the fifth studio album from the ...  Read the complete review