UK Hard Rockers "Fightstar" have released there third Studio Album called "Be Human". This C.D stands out from the others due to its use of orchestra instruments and overall more pop-ish sound. The album starts off strong with "Calling On All Stations" which blends Fightstar's sound with orchestration elements flawlessly. The song is followed their first single off the album with another well done song, "The English Way" . However after this track the record appears to go down hill, the use of orchestra doesn't flow as well and as i stated before a good portion of the songs have a more pop feel, while this may not be a problem for new listeners of the band, but those who have listened to the band may not like the transition as much. Virtually all the other songs are sub-par at best, including a song or two which breaks from their new sound and returns to hard rock. Besides the two songs mentioned above, the only song that stands out is "Tonight We Burn", which makes the best out of both singers vocal abilities. Lyrical content of the c.d consist of typical Fightstar topics; Relationships, UK Politics, and a hint Sci-Fi. There lyrical style is fairly blunt yet very pleasant, easily my favorite part of the album.
Overall, "Be Human" displays Fightstar's flexibility with the rock genre, but this is accomplished by hindering of there sound. I would suggest you LISTEN to the C.D. Fightstar's my space currently has two singles from "Be Human" (www.myspace.com/fightstarmusic) and you can easily find the other tracks on YouTube. If you were in need to buy something of the c.d, the three songs i mention below would be best to buy, otherwise I'd recommend you check out one of there older albums. I recommend the c.d to those who are a fan of "Rock Opera", and I would tell you to avoid this if you listen to music only made in USA. I'd also like to point out if you purchase via itunes, you can get the bonus track "Unfamiliar Ceilings", which is an acoustic version of an older Fightstar song. I have not heard this version but the original song felt out of place for the band (hence the name I suppose).
Recommended Tracks: Calling On All Stations, The English Way, and Tonight We Burn
Not Recommended: The Other Nine Tracks On The C.D
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I disagree. I'm more of a pop fan than a metal fan but I think it's Fightstar's best work yet. You neglect to mention their brilliant single Mercury Summer. The production on this album is extraordinary and their songwriting has matured.
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