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Widely credited with being the band who kicked off (and merged) the two sub-genres of punk-pop and geek rock,
The Green Album is Weezer's attempt to wrestle back their crown from the upstart likes of Blink 182 and Wheatus.
The Green Album, recorded nearly five years after their previous album, the widely ignored (but wholly excellent)
Pinkerton, sees the band reunited with former
Cars frontman Rik Ocasek, who produced their multi-platinum debut way back in 1994. The result is an album of catchy pop gems, more accessible than
Pinkerton, and with a quicker pace and more sonic depth than
Weezer. Though the high-pitched harmonies of former bassist Matt Sharp are missed (he left to focus on his own band, the
Rentals), lead singer/songwriter Rivers Cuomo still has a way with an infectious hook and a sing-along chorus, especially on "Don't Let Go", "Photograph" and "Knockdown Drag Out". The album's first single, "Hash Pipe", kicks off with a bass-heavy, 70s-sounding metal riff, while "Island in the Sun" is as summery as its title suggests. At just over 30-minutes long,
The Green Album may leave some listeners feeling a little cheated, but overall, this is a gem of an album, small yet perfectly formed. It is also a worthy return for a band whose influence is undeniable, if under appreciated.
--Robert Burrow
Album Details
UK edition of the beloved indie act's long awaited third album on which they're reunited with The Cars' Ric Ocasek, who produced their hit 1994 self titled debut. 11 tracks including the bonus track, 'I Do'. 2001 release.
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