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The Con
by Sire / London/Rhino
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Audio CD
Publisher: Sire / London/Rhino
Format: Explicit Lyrics, Special Edition
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 this deluxe edition--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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| 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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| You must buy this cd! |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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This album is a must have! It has quickly become one of my favorite cds. I havent watched the DVD part yet but a friend of mine watched it and said its really interesting.
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| Customer Rating: 4 out of 5 |
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It's interesting comparing the 1 and 5 star reviews for this album... I really liked it. I actually think it's quite experimental, yet still rocks, which makes it work in my book. Yes, it captures a certain "generalized experience of emotion" that one tends to have in their twenties... I'm still processing mine, so the music still spoke to me... and I like that you can't "genre-ize" it. I think they took some risks, weren't afraid to be different or weird, and still remained honest. Hats off...
Punk Cookery, The Punk Rocker's Cafe Cookbook, Vegetarian Specialties
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| Tegan and Sara always good |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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I love this new album. This is definitely more pop than their other albums, but it does not disappoint. The production on this album is amazing. Please check it out!
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I Was Married
Relief Next To Me
The Con
Like O, LIke H
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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