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Teen Ink Magazine, September 2005: Music Reviews
“Under Construction 2”
by Gus S., Phoenix, AZ
Timbaland and Magoo return for their sequel to “Under Construction.” All beats are composed by the
multi-platinum super-producer, Timbaland.
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“Live Like You Were Dying”
by Colleen O., Milford, CT
“Live Like You Were Dying” is Tim McGraw’s ninth album, and the second recorded with his road band, The Dancehall Doctors.
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“American Idiot”
by Michael
F., Wilmington, DE
Green Day put the proverbial nail into the coffin of grunge in 1994 and paved the way for bands like Simple Plan, Blink 182 and Good Charlotte.
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“Breakaway”
by Ryan S., Glendale, AZ
Kelly Clarkson first topped the charts with her recordbreaking single “A Moment Like This” from the TV show “American Idol.” On her sophomore album “Breakaway,” she made major changes to the sound her fans had come to love. She retains the incredible power and beauty of her voice while switching to rock. This is evident in “Since U Been Gone.” “Behind These Hazel Eyes” is an instant classic, with an upbeat yet smooth sound that makes you feel for this hazel-eyed beauty. By far the most emotional track on the album is “Because of You,” which describes the unfortunate accident of a friend. With little back-up music to distract from the message, it is a very touching experience.
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The Dresden Dolls
by Danielle
M., Little Ferry, NJ
Together, Amanda Palmer (vocals/piano) and Brian Viglione (drummer) make up The Dresden Dolls, a self-proclaimed Brechtian Punk duo from Boston getting ready to change the face of music.
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“Futures”
by Steve P., Keller, TX
“Futures,” the follow-up to Jimmy Eat World’s wildly successful 2001 “Bleed American,” was one of 2004’s most anticipated albums.
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