Foo Fighters, “One By One” (RCA)
Dave Grohl spent twice as much time recording this, his band’s fourth album, than he did recording its 1995 self-titled debut ... which is to say that the new one took 12 days.
Dave Grohl spent twice as much time recording this, his band’s fourth album, than he did recording its 1995 self-titled debut ... which is to say that the new one took 12 days.
Based on the new album’s overall sound, the group was likely able to record so quickly by choosing to keep things stripped down and simple instead of using a bunch of over-produced-sounding studio magic. Though the mix is a bit muddy, the album has a fittingly raw, garage-band-ish vibe. It sounds like what it is: four really talented guys rocking out in a small room. Had they added some crowd noise, the set would pass for a live album.
Collectively, the 11-tracks on “One By One” are heavier than those found on the group’s previous effort, 1999’s “There Is Nothing Left to Lose"--as evidenced by the current rock-radio hit, “All My Life.”
Grohl continues to impress with his exceptional song-writing ability and vocal prowess.
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