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Anticipation usually ends in disappointment. I had high anticipation for The Kooks sophomore release, “Konk” and I am happy to say that I didn’t stay true to the saying. The album has a whole has the same poppy feel that their debut album had, but it is also a little more serious. The opener “See the Sun” is very upbeat, but at the same time tells the story of someone who lost a girl that he didn’t want to see go. The lead single “Always Where I Need To Be” reflects on those moments when you’re pissed at your significant other even though you know you’re not going anywhere. The good times to roll out eventually though on “Do You Wanna.” You can’t help but stomp along with the chorus. The acoustic sounding “Love It All” will also make you want to just stand up and scream the lyrics. My favorite song is “Shine On.” The pace of the song really does a good job of reflecting the mood of the lyrics. So, while this more depressing than is predecessor, I think it is a step forward for The Kooks. “Konk” is not as good as “Inside In/Inside Out” but it shows a band exploring traditional song formats with twist. If you like the debut album, you will like this one. I give “Konk” by The Kooks an 8.

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