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Under the Iron Sea

(2006, Rock, by Keane, Label: Interscope Records)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 12, age appropriate for kids over 13; suggested age 13.
  • Is it any good?

    5.0
  • Common Sense says

    Lovely, honest sentiment and darned good music.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 13 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Not an issue.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Under the Iron Sea

Parents need to know that there are no offensive lyrics here -- just bittersweet, poetic longing perfect for teens.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about how it can feel better to write honestly about your deepest feelings, whether for others or just for yourself. Also -- there are no guitars used on this album. Do you miss them? How does the lack of guitar tracks change the sound on a rock CD?

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    Lives in Minnesota
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    Awesome

    It is so not for teens it is for anyone! I love Is it any wonder.

  2. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Utah
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    WOOT!

    OKAY hands down great album.

  3. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    Lives in Utah
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    WOOT!

    OKAY hands down great album.

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Connecticut
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 5.0

  5. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in Florida
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    Brilliant CD

    This is probably one of the best bands out right now. Keane's second CD, is clean, but would probably appeal to all ages. The songs never get boring, and they send out positive messages.

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