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A Rush of Blood to the Head
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Moody, but well-written and impressive vocals.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this CD is living proof that excellent contemporary rock can be accomplished without profanity or violence. Use it to show your kids how this can be done, and to inspire the budding musicians in your family.
What's the story?
The members of Coldplay -- a British quartet -- understand the concept of the musical hook far better than most of their contemporaries, and their delivery lives up to their vision. A RUSH OF BLOOD TO THE HEAD is soulful, moody, and compelling. You'll hear Pink Floyd and Beatles influences, as well as some downright decent poetry. The whole package is absolutely exquisite.
Is it any good?
The writing is imaginative, and the musicianship is excellent throughout -- magestic and emotional without ever veering over the line into pretentiousness. Play it more than once, especially if you have budding rock musicians in the house. This nearly flawless album is likely to get under your skin, as well as theirs.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about the elements of this CD that make it such a strong performance. What does it take to deliver a critically appreciated album?
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Great album for kids who don't listen to autotuned crap.
Positive messages are abundant here.
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Great Album
This is certainely one of the best albums I have heard. It may not initially appeal to you, but after a few listens it most likely will be a favorite. Also listen to their new one X and Y, not quite as good, but great nevertheless.
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Yay!
Coldplay ROCKS!!! I love their song 'Clocks'. They have great lyrics and a great beat to their music.
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I have recently started listening to more mainstream music and this album came up. It is pleasant. I wouldn't brag about it but it is good nonetheless (that is good for someone who hasn't listened to mainstream in 8 or 9 years).
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Best for 13+
Great album-wonderful work! It's nice to see music that is not all technologically produced like most pop and dance albums.
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good band-accually awesome band
i love the songs of coldplay they are awesome and any kid could listen to it and no violent is in in like today's music
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A Coldplay masterpiece.
It's a clean masterpiece, although teens are the only ones who will really appreciate such masterful work. It's rather deep for, say, kids younger than 10. But it's still clean and fine to play around them.
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