the kings of leon's previous CD's; "Youth & Youngmanhood" and "Aha shake heartbreak" are in my perspective [alot] better than "Because of the times" that reason being, it doesnt really sound like the original KOL. Now if you look at the present, the 4th KOL CD, called "Only By The Night" is breakthrough material and kicks the bajesus out of "Because of the times"
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Because of the Times
(2007, Alternative rock, by Kings of Leon, Label: RCA)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 14; suggested age 13. -
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Moody, atmospheric rock is OK for teens.
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for Ages 13–14
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About Because of the Times
Parents need to know that this Southern garage rock band is suffused with a not-so-catchy rock twang that speaks to those who seem to be stuck in warped drama. Major themes are breaking free from small-town doldrums, courageous manifestos that either make or break careers, and the gratifying, gravitational pull of women. There are also placid moments, like one crystallized in the song "The Runner," where the band sincerely appeals to Jesus for salvation. Real life through the lens of this band is a turbulent roller coaster of romance, but at least it's a band that manages to pull off an entire album with only one questionable word ("asshole") and little else to be worried about.
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- Families can talk about how this band expresses themselves in songs that are one-dimensional time capsules. What does the lyricist believe in and why? How accurate is this portrait? Families can discuss the difference between subjective (emotional and abstract) and objective (words with rational, fair aim) content. Families with teens can also talk about how music portrays love. Why do some bands only talk about love as angst-ridden if it's also multifaceted?
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Because of the times (KOL's 3rd CD)
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