Without a doubt, this is one of the best CD's I have EVER heard. I'm 40 so I've heard quite a few! The vocals,instrument playing and production are top notch. I've been listening to it nonstop since I downloaded it yesterday and everytime I discover something new that I missed before. I have always loved Tokio Hotel's music but the Humanoid CD is definitely new and improved! You will not regret getting this CD for your collection.
I couldn't wait for this release, although my anticipation for the new AFI cd was higher, this cd was more worth the wait.
Tokio Hotel has recaptured the more melodic high points from their first cd (think more "Monsoon" and less "Scream") and that is fine with me. Overall I think this is a deeper, better album for them. With the exception of tracks 8-11, that I beleive get too bogged down in the robot "theme" which made some of the lyrics juvenile, and the music rushed.....this is otherwise a great score for them.
Be sure to get the "deluxe" version, because I believe that "Phantomrider" is the best song in this collection, and it is only on the bonus disc.
FINALLY. If you are a devoted fan like me, you've been waiting and waiting for this album to be released. Tokio Hotel's second English album HUMANOID, has hit the world.
I'm not very good at writing reviews so sorry if this sounds a bit jumbled. This 4 member group from Germany made big success and attention when they released Scream, which was a mix of translated songs from their past albums. This time, the band made a German(their mother tongue) album and then made an English version and released them at the same time. The lead singer Bill Kaulitz has said and quote, "I'm sure no artist has to remember as many lyrics as I do."
This album overall, is very different from any of their past ones. Tokio Hotel has matured in their sound and has experimented with new tools like synthesizers that you can hear throughout the CD. The tracks keep the same level of emotion in lyrics, but the sound is more versatile and danceable. I found it new but very enjoyable. I suppose now I'll try a track listing.
Track 1: Noise- The first song does it's purpose as a warm-up to the album. I love the instrumental build at the start. It does get a bit repetitive but it's catchy. 3/5
Track 2: Darkside of the Sun-I had to get a good feel of this one, but by a couple listens, now I really like it. The soft and almost eerie violins at the start and end are a nice touch. The futuristic feel of the song and lyrics give you sort of a rush. 5/5
Track 3: Automatic-The first single. Since I heard it before any of the rest of the album, I feel that the mood of it is much lighter than the rest of the album, but that's refreshing and it's very, VERY catchy. 5/5
Track 4: World Behind My Wall-The first slow song you'll encounter. It's about wanting to see and get the most out of life, even though you are afraid to. That's what I think anyway. It has a great message, but for some reason it's not one of my favorites yet. 4/5
Track 5: Humanoid-But this song is. Humanoid has to be my favorite track on the album. With so many elements mixed in such as darkness, rebelliousness, and desperation. But that's just the lyrics. What I really appreciate on this song is the heavy influence of drums and guitars. It's very intense and fast paced, but still gives you that familiar "Tokio Hotel" feel. 6/5
Track 6: Forever Now- I really like the way it starts, with Bill singing "Oh-oh-oh-ohhh" in a mysterious way, and the strong drum beat. It's good, but not really a standout track. 4/5
Track 7:Pain of love- I have no idea why but I really like this one. You get a unique range of Bill's vocals with a pounded "oh" in the background while he's singing the lyrics in a low register. It sounds dark and direct. The chorus is also catchy. 5/5
Track 8: Dogs Unleashed-When I first heard this one I was like..."What the heck?" The lyrics and even faint panting in the beginning sound heavily metaphorical about being a dog. After a few more listens I really enjoy it now. There's a strong techno-influence and it makes it very addicting. 5/5
Track 9: Human connect to Human- I.LOVE.THIS.ONE. It's just very very catchy and danceable with the guitars and drums. The lyrics are suggestive, but not in an obviously raunchy way. It WILL get stuck in your head. 6/5
Track 10: Hey You-In the first 5 seconds you'll be able to recognize the beat they used. Luckily, the lyrics make up for it with a very tough and heavy sound. I find it a good headbanging song. 5/5
Track 11: Love and Death-If you need proof that Bill has vocal range, you've got it here. I won't spoil it but I was VERY happily surprised when I heard this one. It gets repetitive and the lyrics are a little bit cliche but it's still repeat-worthy. 5/5
Track 12: Zoom Into Me-This one is so sweet. It makes me think of a more melancholic and slower "By your side"-ish song. It's a great end.(To the first disc.) 5/5
*BONUS TRACKS
Track 13: Phantomrider- I think there's a lot to be taken in with this song. It's lonely and melancholic and hopeful. It starts out slow instrumentally and vocally then builds. I believe the message is up to the listener, and to some it's a very powerful song. 5/5
Track 14: That Day-This one is VERY dark. That's about all I can say. Bill experiments with whispering in this one and instrumentally it's mostly the guitars and drums. That I like. 4/5
Track 15: Alien-This song has good mixture beetween techno-ish sound and their more classic "rock" sound. I like it more with every listen. 5/5
Track 16: Screamin-This one was such a good surprise. I just really enjoy it. Especially the fast rush of "I'm screaming at the top of the world!" before each chorus. Probably my favorite of the bonus tracks. 6/5
There you go. If I had to put everything together about what I think about Humanoid, I'll say that Tokio Hotel has changed, but it's a good change. I'm still a very happy fan. :)
I got the deluxe Humanoid CD over a week ago... I LOVE IT!!! I've been listening to it every chance I get and this CD does not disappoint. It's amazing how talented these guys are... and to think what the future will hold for this talented group.
It puzzles me when I've read some of the recent music reviews printed in Rolling Stone, People, and a few online websites. I'm not sure what credentials these so called "music critics" have... but their remarks seem to fall short in giving Tokio Hotel any credit for an excellent CD which appeals not only to teenagers but to adults like me. You should seek out the reviews from the customers (and fans) and not from these so called experts. Music... like food... is such a personal, individual thing but this is truly an excellent CD. All the songs are different in style from Tokio Hotel's previous music... but these guys are growing up and this CD shows them maturing and exploring a wide range of sounds and moodier themes. It's great to hear them in a different way.
I really enjoy the flow of Humanoid... all the songs mesh together from beginning to end. And even the fact that some of the songs are reminiscent of the 80's or 90's... I really like that since some of the best music ever made came from those decades. The songs on Humanoid are new and fresh... the guys have borrowed some of the "old" and created something "new" and "exciting". Bill has a wonderful way of making you feel the emotion of the song with his amazing vocals.... he displays much more range on this CD and it suits him well.
I like each song for different reasons but notable mentions are: "Noise" (the first track which soars with great energy); "Human Connect to Human" (I love their different approach to this familiar tune); "Pain of Love", "Forever Now", and "World Behind my Wall". And the deluxe CD has four additional songs which are all great... especially Phantomrider and Alien.
By the way, I am a 44 year old mom of three young boys.... we ALL love Tokio Hotel and this CD is well worth your money... you will not be disappointed. We don't speak any German but we love the German versions of Tokio Hotel's music as much as the English. My 5-year old son has even learned to sing Tokio Hotel's songs fluently in German just from listening to their other CDs so much, so I plan to order the German version of Humanoid.
I only recently discovered TH on the European Music Awards (in USA)doing World Behind my Wall and they blew me away- I was instantly smitten and amazed! OMG the singer! the lyrics and awesome music behind it- just such a great production I had to know more about this band! I went out very next day and got Humanoid- havnt stopped playing it- awesome album all the way thru- they may be young but these guys can really craft a great song and play/ sing so well- I also got their album Scream from Amazon. I don't know how i went all these years not knowing who TH was and from this album on I am a HUGE fan- a little late to the party but better late than never!!
Long Live Tokio Hotel!
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