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This album shows that Rivers Cuomo and co. certainly are capable of a blunder every once in a while. This record has some of the most boisterous production I have ever heard, especially on closer "Time Flies," which I guess is supposed to sound like it's coming from a busted up cassette tape. "Where's My Sex?" especially is one of those songs where I come out of it wanting to hurt somebody or myself. It's so bad. Rivers Cuomo wails and screams all through ... read more

I don't even know with this record. Just listen to it and the music will speak for itself.

Weezer don't try to stick to any one particular sound with this record, and it's one of the many reasons why I think this is a marvelous album. Opener "Troublemaker" already sets the record off strong with goofy, non-serious lyrics about just being yourself. This album is full of surprises, such as the two 5-minute-long epics, "The Greatest Man that Ever Lived" and "Dreamin'" which I think are among some of the band's best work, featuring multiple acts to them and ... read more

Weezer go for a new, more new wave-influenced sound with this one, and I dig it. The synth leads in tracks such as "This Is Such a Pity" bring a new mood and vibe to the songs that wouldn't have been there without them. Opener "Beverly Hills" is on the poppier side, but I really don't think anything else could've opened it. It's a magnificent pop tune. This record also has some emotional highlights, such as the heart-breaking "Hold Me," "Perfect ... read more