With a true punk feel, Against Me and the Eternal Cowboy has great lyrics. Personally I enjoy their lyrics more than some of the accompanied music. For example, T.S.R. has great lyrics although I miss out of them because the song is so hurried, although a song that shows awesome talent and great conception for the song is ‘You look like I need a drink
.’ The feel of the song and the talent shown through the vocals and instrumentally completely made me listen twice. Throughout the album I respected the talent and the style, but it wasn’t until track 9, (you look like I need a drink) that my respect for the band became more and I actually liked what I was hearing. If Against Me produces more songs with the extent of talent and creativity that is carried throughout track 9 I will be hooked.
The album does mix up the hard punk songs by slowing some of them down, but again my heart is sticking to track 9. If the guys keep music like that coming I’ll be hunting them down for a live show.
Another talent that the band strives in is telling stories through their songs. I enjoy hearing the story evolve with the music and this is something that takes time but Against Me is ahead of schedule is that respect.
Overall the album is good, but again I have to say track 9 (you look like I need a drink) steals the show!
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BIO
Heavily influenced by Billy Bragg and the sounds of the "Dirty South", Against Me! cleverly disguise their strong leftist opinions with sincere poetic lyrics. With a signature punk sound driven by distinct vocals, they defy all genres and incorporate aspects of alt-country, hardcore, folk, punk, and even blues. As the pride of Gainesville, their punk-as-fuck ethics have earned them a colossal fan following and the respect of the greater music community.
Their Fat debut, The Eternal Cowboy , is gonna be such a hit that these kids are now going to be able to bathe on a regular basis. It's a breakthrough for both music and personal hygiene. And these young hellions wouldn't stop touring even if you offered them beer in the afterlife—so for better or worse—you can expect to see them in your town regularly. We would like to point out that they are wonderful houseguests. We would also like to take this opportunity to say hello to Andrew's mom.
