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The Con
by Sire / London/Rhino
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Audio CD
Publisher: Sire / London/Rhino
It's hard to follow up the record that made you famous. For many artists, that's their first album, and the disappointing results are termed the "sophomore slump." Luckily, Tegan and Sara's star-making Juno-nominated album, So Jealous, was their fourth--and their fifth album, The Con, not only avoids any kind of slump but sets a new bar of quality quite high. While both a darker and quirkier album than the near-perfect heartbreak pop of So Jealous, The Con skillfully packs its instant hooks in so tight, virtually every line becomes the one you want to sing along to--and the twins' lyrics aren't your typical pop pabulum. Layer upon layer of tasty ear candy coat considered sentiments like "Nobody likes to but I really like to cry," "I felt you in my legs before I ever met you," and "Maybe I would have been something you'd be good at"--lyrics that feel honest and add an emotional urgency and depth rarely heard on the radio. However, the biggest leap Tegan and Sara made on this record was not the lyrical content, but how the album itself was created. The switch to coproducing with indie superstar Christopher Walla (Decemberists, Death Cab for Cutie) is apparent, and part of what gives this record its distinctive and innovative touch. From the odd structure of "I Was Married" to the thumping electronica of "Are You Ten Years Ago," The Con reverberates with unabashed creativity, and it's a rare pleasure to hear it done so well. I would be surprised if another band this year made a better record--it's really that good. A special bonus for fans: don't shy away from the deluxe edition of this album--it includes a DVD with a feature-length intimate documentary on the making of the album, offering a lot of insight into their creative process. --Alan Wiley
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| This may be the best pop album ever. |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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I am serious. I have never heard an album so perfect and so hauntingly beautiful. This is what MANY genres should aspire to; to be the best at what they do.
In a way this album transcends many musical types, many emotions, and many expressions, but it never seems faked or false.
Many lines will touch you. Whether you're male or female. Gay, straight, or bi, you've been here; at least in some way.
If you think any of this sounds like something that would interest you, please don't hesitate. This group of songs will become a crush, and then a love affair.
This is the best of 2007. No second guessing on that for me.
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| 2nd to So Jealous |
| Customer Rating: 4 out of 5 |
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A very good cd with very good songs. As per usual with T&S you're not going to get anything groundbreaking, but their songwriting is always quality and entertaining. Great to sing to for freaks like me who sing to everything.
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| Great Album!! |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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I was impressed with this CD/DVD Tegan and Sara are very talented song writers, this was the first album I have bought in about a year its hard to find some decent music where you like all of the artists songs. This album along with So Jealous have become part of my favorite cd collection.
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| One of my favorite albums! |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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If you are a Tegan and Sara fan, you can see the progression in their music thoughout all their CD's.
This one is by far the best. These wondertwins write lyrics that are just amazing. Great beats, great sound - you need this ablum!
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| great |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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it's so fresh and they keep getting better and better!
It conveys emotions that you sometimes want to keep inside, but they let the world listen to them. This is great album!
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I Was Married
Relief Next to Me
The Con
Knife Going In
Are You Ten Years Ago
Back in Your Head
Hop a Plane
Soil, Soil
Burn Your Life Down
Nineteen
Floorplan
Like O, Like H
Dark Come Soon
Call It Off
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