1. GabrielC

   10

   One of the best albums of 2008, garage and powerful noise rock, is really a masterwork as White Stripes's "Elephant", "Young Hearts Sparks Fire" and "Crazy/Forever" are two gems and each one of the songs maybe can be a future classic!… Expand

   • Helpful? 0 of 0 users said Yes.
2. BlueMeanie

   8

   Having been in so many bands, I know it's not always fair to the artist to say "They sound like...", but when they're new, you need a point of reference, so here goes: Japandroids sound like a male Sleater-Kinney (riot boys?) w/ a touch of Pavement & "Flip Your Wig era Husker Du". Lyrics are angst silly, but in a good way. The vocals sound a touch like Jane's Addiction. While it is a great primitive/naive garage rock workout kinda like a B-grade "Crazy Rythyms" by The Feelies, and worth picking up, I can't believe it was rated higher than the Sunset Rubdown album. I'll definitely be watching and listening for their next. The potential shines through.… Expand

   • Helpful? 0 of 0 users said Yes.
3. DanielD.

   7

   A talented band, but....some of the lyrics fall short for me. "Wet Hair" in particular is a catchy tune that turns into lyrics that sound like an 8th grader's fantasy..."must get to France so we can french kiss some French girls" may have looked clever on paper, but comes off childish. Still, the guitar/drums combo. sounds really good, and I'd recommend at least checking out a couple songs if you're a fan of garage rock.… Expand

   • Helpful? 0 of 0 users said Yes.
4. MoltenC.

   1

   What's with all these hyped-up reviews? I bought into the hype but came away feeling cheated. Garage Rock? Hardly. Or does garage rock suddenly have a new definition that doesn't include the Pebbles, Nuggets sound? No melodies or hooks to speak of. No real Songs. Give me authentic no wave, art punk, or garage rock anytime. The Japandroids just leave me cold ... and angry.… Expand

   • Helpful? 0 of 2 users said Yes.

See all 16 User Reviews