TeenSpot.com - Music Review

Review

Run Kid Run

CD Title: This Is Who We Are
Genre: Pop Rock
# of Tracks: 10
Release Date: May 16, 2006

Reviewed on May 7, 2006
by Aaron Kalsnes (Aaron).

With many huge releases on the horizon, there's no doubt 2006 is going to go down as an amazing year for music. With that said, there are also one or two key albums released each year with the ability to define our entire year in music. This is one of those albums.

On May 16th southern Illinois' Run Kid Run, David Curtis (Vocals, Guitar), Neil Endicott (Guitar, Vocals), Lyle Chastain (Bass), and Matt Jackson (Drums), will be releasing they're debut album "This Is Who We Are" on Tooth & Nail records. Although many of you might find yourselves unfamiliar with Run Kid Run, I assure you that will all change this summer.

Starting things off just right is the track "We've Only Just Begun," which is also the first single off the album. It's an extremely catchy, hook-filled anthem that'll have you singing, "Let's just get it started!" - the powerful words of the chorus - for months ahead.

Coming in at track number two is the song "Move On." This song also shows off the bands rhythmic ability, and is nearly impossible to keep from bobbing your head while listening to it.

Tracks four and five on the album have to be my favorites. These songs really show off Dave's vocal abilities and melodies. With anthem-style choruses, and inspirational lyrics, this is where the album really starts to show what Run Kid Run is all about.

The next two tracks "The Call Out" and "This Day of Change," prove Run Kid Run is ready for the masses. If these two radio-ready songs don't have you screaming along at the top of your lungs, I think it's time you see a physician.

There's no doubt the last track on the album "I'll Sing Forever" is the perfect end to the album. With the same quality songwriting, and amazing musicianship shown throughout the entire album, this song leave you begging for more, but also extremely satisfied at the same time.

Overall, this album comes across with a very positive and refreshing taste to this sometimes overdone genre. When it's all said and done, the songs that mean the most to you are the ones with the ability to connect you with the artist, and share a common ground. Without a doubt this was accomplished here today.

This is who we are... and we are great.

-Ben

Discuss This Review

I like the review; mainly because I love Run Kid Run. "Move On" is probably my favorite song by the band... [more]
Posted Aug 24, 2006 by kgirl06.

Add your own comment

Login

Not a member yet?
Sign up here! It's free!

Quick Nav

Interviews

CD Reviews

Concert Reviews

Chat Transcripts

Music Chat Room

Music Message Board