NEW ALBUM: McFly - Above The Noise

The first thing I want to say is that after seven year of being on the scene, McFly have re-invented music to create the sub-genres and enhance existing genres. Since releasing their new Super City website last October (2010), the boys have also released a new album packed with 11 BRAND NEW songs.

Above The Noise, McFly (2010)

End of the World

The first track of the album must always want the listener to keep listening. What End of the World does is set up a theme for the rest of the album (super heroes with women as their kryptonite). What I didn’t mention in my review for the Super City site was that the format of the site was suppose to look like a comic book, hence ‘Super’ city. This album brilliantly supports the site with opening with this song.

Party Girl

So practically, for those of you who haven’t seen this first single for the album then you wouldn’t know that this was the promotion song/video for their McFly’s mini-movie, “Nowhere Left To Run”. The song practically talks about a vampiric beauty who captivates men and turns them into vampires too – although the video has Harry being this ‘vampiric beauty’, the song is about a Party Girl.

If You See Kate

For those of you who own this album, you know the hidden message in the name, but unlike Speak Now, I’m not going to spell it out. My apologies to my readers who are offended that I even mention this song – but regardless of the title, I have to unfortunately say that its one of my favourite song on the album. Believe it or not, I (emphasis on the ‘I’, because other have disagreed with me) think that the title of the song has really nothing to do with what the title implies. For me, it the typical ‘teaser’ leading on another guy – simple and relatable, we all know at least one person that’s like that. I suppose the only real reason that I like this song is because I have a few ideas on the video clip for this song – but that’s another blog all together. :P

Shine A Light

Single numero dos! I will have to day this is one of the BEST song that McFly have ever written. Alongside them on the writing pad is Taio Cruz, who features in this song, and they’re balance is absolutely perfect! When I first hear this song I was like, “Oh-my-goodness! They’ve still got me hooked to their music! I love this song so much that whenever I drive and this dong comes on, my dad has to remind me that the green light means I can “GO”. Actually, My sister and I love this song so much, MY DAD knows this song from start to finish and even taught me how to play it on the guitar! LOL.

I'll Be Your Man

For all you Tom Fletcher fans this is the song that you will adore for the rest of your life! For all you hopeless romantics, this is a song that will make you swoon and maybe even cry. For all you guys out there who don’t know how to spontaneously surprise your girlfriends – this is the song you will win them over with!!! I am telling you, Tom’s voice and the melody to this song is perfect for those slow dances, candle-lit dinners and other romantic gestures.

Nowhere Left To Run (Also the name of their mini-movie)

Composed by Taio Cruz, this song continues that superhero theme and keeps you on the dance floor. To be honest, I use this song when I’m running laps around my backyard – yes, I exercise to McFly, sue me. :P But it’s just one of those songs you have to move to and you want to sing along to – but I think it’s best in a club with a DJ occasionally mixing it for effects.

I Need A Woman

For those “Flones” (Tom and Danny) fans out there who are part of the female population of this world then this is the song you want to say, “YOU NEED ME!” This is one of my favourite songs on the album, but whenever I sing it, my parents tell me off – Mum: “It’s a man’s song! You’re a girl!” and Dad: “Listen to the words – it’s not a good song.” You really can’t win parents can you? (Love you Ma and Pa! :D)

That's The Truth

Between, Shine a Light and this song, I’m not too sure which one is my favourite song! I love this song because it’s got a great balance of everything – lyrics, music, structure and the incredible voice of Tom and Danny – as well as an incredibly relatable storyline for those who have been accused of something they haven’t don’t in a relationship. But I will say, it does remind me N*Sync’s Bye, Bye, Bye – but the video clip is amazing! Kudos to Mr. Poynter for his acting abilities.

Take Me There

This is one of love-dovey songs that talk about “going all the way” – if you catch my drift. Regardless of the message, this song has great guitar riffs and a great dance feel. It’s not that I don’t like this song, it’s just overshadowed by the previous song and that’s the truth. (Yes, I did just do that.)

This Song

This is an ODD song. Sadly enough though, I actually like it! I picture it be one of those songs that you drive home to after a long day’s work and it just calm you down – I actually fall asleep to this song because it’s so soothing. I’m pretty sure there are other connotations in this song too, but the majority of it just talks about the everyday and spending it with someone really special to you.

Foolish

I love this song, basically because it keeps me thinking every time I listen to it; sometimes I think he wanted her to leave then other times I think no he didn’t. It’s one of those songs that talk about losing someone and so as a result you also lose a bit of yourself. Ideally the foolishness of letting someone very important go - it’s a great song.

So that’s Above the Noise in a nutshell, I hope I did the boys proud. I just wanted to mention that this is the last blog post I will be doing until my university break, I’m actually about to end my first week back, so I was glad to end it with McFly, if I get time, I might post something small for you guys – we’ll see.

sL Star Rating: 4.5 Stars (the other 0.5 was lost in their connotative lyrics – sorry boys).

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