Solid pop from a talented young group
It's easy to be cynical about the proliferation of "boy bands" in the post-"New Kids on the Block" era. But the group known as Take 5 shows some real promise, as demonstrated by this CD, "Against All Odds." The boys in this group--Ryan, Tilky, TJ, Clay, and Steve--deliver solid performances. "Against All Odds" is an effective mix of fast dance-beat tracks and gentler love songs. One song ("Girl Next Door") even comes in two versions: one a ballad, one a version with electronic and percussive effects blended into the vocals. The guys' voices sound great; there is a good mix of solo parts and group harmonies.
Of course, there's room for improvement. The producers have decided to use an annoying electronic distortion of the boys' voices on parts of some songs; I noticed this in particular on "Shake It Off" and on the first version of "Girl Next Door." And too many of the lyrics seem to consist of bland "boy band" cliches. But despite these flaws, "Against All Odds" contains some real magic. The guys bring an enthusiastic energy to the fast songs. And just listen to the beautiful vocal harmonies on "Missing an Angel." Take 5 is one young male vocal group that just may have staying power.
Strong tracks outweigh the filler- Overall, a good choice
Shake it Off and Bounce are the two best tracks on this CD- both are infectious dance tunes that will get you up and movin'. Do That is another good dance song. Hottie has a smooth R&B feel to it. Missing An Angel and To Make You Love Me are ballads, but with good beats to them. However the song Girl Next Door- a song about cheating on your girlfriend, simply did not click with me, and cost this album one star. The remaining songs are filler- ballads that lack the unique sound that Take 5 has on their better tracks. Still, with the good outweighing the bad, I recommending giving this album a spin.
Great CD for anybody
I've had this CD for about 3 years now and I listen to almost everyday when i'm getting ready for whatever i'm going to do. I mostly listen to rap and R&B and I love this even though they are a boy band. I think almost anyone who listens to it will find something on the album that they like.
TAKE 5
THIS BOY BAND IS FROM ORLANDO. THEY WERE FORMED IN 1997. THEY CAME TOGETHER BY LOU PERLMAN. I HEARD THE SINGLE"SHAKE IT OFF"
I FELL IN LOVE WITH IT. IT WAS GREAT URBAN VIBE SONG. THIS CD SOUNDS MOSTLY R&B THAN POP.THIS CD IS A MUST-HAVE. THE CD PEAKED AT NO.26 ON HEATSEEKERS. THESE CROONERS WILL MAKE GIRLS SCREAM.
OVERALL,THIS IS A GREAT CD!!!!!
the best
this is the best cd you have to have it. the songs are just amazing.
