Daughtry Review

Release Date: Nov 21, 2006
Label: RCA
Genres: Hard Rock, Pop/Rock, Adult Alternative Pop/Rock, Post-Grunge
Number Of Tracks: 12
Chris Daughtry starts his first post-American Idol disc with a song whose title reviewers coast to coast will be grateful for: "It's Not Over."

Sound:	9.3
Lyrics:	8.5
Impression:	8.8
Overall rating:	8.9
Users rating:	9.4
Comments:	22

overall: 9

Featured review by: kbrulz, on december 06, 2006

Sound: It will take a while for Chris Daughtry to loose the label of "American Idol Rocker". But this album goes a long way to help all of that. Daughtry captures the same sound that can be compared to Matchbox Twenty, the Goo Goo Dolls, and even Nickelback. Unlike Bo Bice, Daughtry is legit. He made a damn good rock record with the help of Brent Smith of Shinedown, who co-wrote with him, and Slash even lended a hand laying down a solo for "What I Want". If this album is any indication of what Chris Daughtry is capable of, he will have a great career. // 10

Lyrics and Singing: Daughtry wrote or co-wrote all but two songs on the album. The songs range anywhere from heartache (It's Not Over, Used To, Breakdown, and What About Now) to love (Feels Like Tonight, Crashed, and What I Want) to good old fashon rock and roll (There and Back Again, and Over You). The best song on the album is "Home", which Daughtry wrote before the success of Idol. It turned out to be a prophetic song about the lonliness of being away from his family. The vocals on the album are amazing. The lyrics are good. Nothing that will make you scratch your head and think about, but very good none the less. He has a very unique voice that sets him apart from many others. He can go very low with a gravel in his voice and reach up and hit the high notes as well. // 8

Impression: Thank God he didn't win American Idol, or this album may never have shaped up as well as it did. He is not a pop guy trying to do rock. He's rock and roll all the way. The only downfall of the album is that he assembled his band after the album was recorded, so he has studio musicians playing instead of his new bandmates. But, you still get a great feel of what he wants to accomplish with his band. A funny note is the CD cover itself. Everyone is blurred out except Chris Daughtry, ala Stillwater in the movie Almost Famous. // 9

overall: 7.3

Reviewed by: Gerard Way Jr, on july 28, 2008

Sound: Ah, yet another band I heard first on the radio. As it's been said a million and seven times before, Chris was on American Idol awhile ago and lost. That didn't stop him from releasing this album, with the same name as his band, sharing his surname. The first songs I heard were "It's Not Over" and "Crashed," the latter of which I favored. Daughtry has a sort of country-and-rock sound, but not really. His voice is more country than the sound, which I'll get into later. Some of the songs do sound like Nikelback, as many have said, moreso in some songs than others. So, whilst he may not have the most original sound, it's still very enjoyable. Also, there are two acoustic tracks. // 7

Lyrics and Singing: The lyrics are actually pretty good, for a debut album. Lyrics such as "Somehow I couldn't stop myself/I just wanted to know how it felt/Too strong, I couldn't hold on" are some of my favorites, it's a mystery to be unraveled, in some cases throughout this album. Not necessarily this song. This being said, the whole album isn't like, "Wait, what is this about?" (see My Chemical Romance's 'Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge,' 2004) but there are lyrics and songs that could have many meanings. Chris Daughtry's voice is very good, especially amongst today's 'rock stars, ' with an extremely country feel added to the music because of his unique sound. // 8

Impression: I can't compare this to any of his other albums, there aren't any! I will say, let's hope that the future albums are as good as this. Although Daughtry doesn't have the most original sound right now, I'm sure they'll evolve into something extravagant. This album is certainly worth your money, despite some letdowns. The best songs, this said, are "Crashed," "What I Want," "Used To," and "Over You." The two acoustic tracks are awesome as well. I love Chris' unique voice along with the originality (there is some) of this album. I dislike that it's not all original. If, in the impossible case that I lost this record or it was destroyed in some inhumane, gut-wrenching manner, I would most certainly purchase it again. // 7

overall: 9.7

Reviewed by: livinginmisery, on february 23, 2007

Sound: How did this guy not win American Idol? Wait, I know why. Because you american people are fucked up! This has to be one of the best debut albums ever (and thats counting Dookie. If you want to know what I think of Green Day, read my American Idiot review). I think this guy is gonna have a long and prosperous career. Now, the sound. I love the opening song. It's Not Over was a good one to choose for the promotion song. I also like how some of his songs are softer, like Home. You definitely get a 10 from me, even though its more like an 11 or 12. // 10

Lyrics and Singing: Yes, Daughtry has great singer skills. There's so much more to this album. I love Feels Like Tonight. Although it's more of a f--k you than an actual love song, it'll still probably be used as a wedding song here and there (don't give me that shit. Good Riddance is probably the best graduation song in the world and if you listen to the lyrics closely it's supposed to be a f--k you to his ex-girlfriend). All These Lives really hit home with me, too. One of the people at my school tried to kill herseld and she was really close to me. I still haven't seen her since and it's been like 18 months! So, I'll give it a 9, because All These Lives made me cry and I don't like crying over songs. // 9

Impression: There's not much more to say about this album. He finished 4th on American Idol, and he's probably gonna be the most successful contestant on that show. I give you a 10, Chris, and I can't wait to go and buy your next album (by the way, just in case you didn't get it, that means my overall impression is good, really good, even great). // 10

overall: 9.3

Reviewed by: gotegenks, on november 15, 2007

Sound: The sound of the band is very unique, great vocals, great sound, It's going to be hard to shake that american idol impression, but this album goes a long way towards doing that. All the music on this album is pretty much the same style, it's all rock, which is what he was known for on American Idol. I really liked this album, mainly because it's good, clean, and positive. None of these songs make me feel bad, or sad or anything. I give the sound a 10. // 10

Lyrics and Singing: most of the songs I think are being said to a woman, that is the impression I get, much like I feel with matchbox 20. The music is very humble, like with the song "Home", it's saying that the life of a star isn't all it's cracked up to be and none of his songs hold him in a high position, none attack anyone or put anyone down, they're all very upbeat and positive. Chris's Vocals are amazing, which is probably the reason that he went so far on American Idol. I give the Vocals a 9. // 9

Impression: Like I said earlier, his sound reminds me a lot of matchbox twenty and Rob Thomas. Probably the most impressive song on the album is What I Want. A very Upbeat and Fast song. Great sound, great lyrics, and not to mention that solo by Slash. I love how the lyrics are so clean and so good. They don't make you feel angry, they don't feed your bad emotions. If this album were stolen, I would definitely buy it again if it weren't on my iTunes library. I give the overall Impression a 9. // 9

Comments

[markdirt]

This is one of the worst albums ever.

[I-Z]

THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST ALBUMS

U RETARD

[MichaelFred]

I'm definitely not a fan of American Idol, but this album is amazing. I'm not ashamed to admit that. It's the best album I have listened to for a long long time. Chris' voice is just incredible, he is capable to sing heavy songs like 'There and Back Again' (my favourite) and power ballads like 'What About Now' - not many rock singers can do that. I really recommend this album. At least give it a try.

[Michelle74]

The only people who say it's not a good album are Taylor Hicks fans. As if it matters, that cheeseball impersonator can hang the AI champ trophy in his bathroom. The farther away from anything AI related that Daughtry can get the better. We know a rockstar in the making when we hear one. This is an unbiased review, pay attention and get the Daughtry CD. Here, at ultimate guitar, there are no crappy american idol fanbase games just love for good music.

[Emma_Loves_Cops]

Great review.... almost makes me wanna go out and buy it.... Maybe i will I love that song he has out "Its Not Over" F***in great song!

[mrgbjt]

This is an outstanding CD. I'm glad this guty didn't win AI. If he would have, he would not have had the freedom to create the music that's on this CD. Every song has a good hook and his voice in incredible!

[Social Chaos]

So I got this CD for Christmas, and I have to say i'm impressed with the fact that he wrote almost all his own stuff! 'There and Back Again' is my favorite it rocks.

Rock on!

[Kiotaka]

I've never been an idol fan, but I watched this guy and he's the only one with talent. I picked up this to support him because he had the balls to do his own stuff. He's got talent, and I hope he go's far

[Kiotaka]

markdirt wrote:

This is one of the worst albums ever.

By the way markdirt, your a f***ing retard!

[Kiotaka]

mrgbjt wrote:

This is an outstanding CD. I'm glad this guty didn't win AI. If he would have, he would not have had the freedom to create the music that's on this CD. Every song has a good hook and his voice in incredible!

Amen, his freedom to write his own stuff is why he's doing good

[ShinedownerSam]

This was a great album.

It features his range of voice and lyrical content. He stretches from love songs to hate songs to rock songs.

Great album.

[JrabJrab]

This band has some serious potential to become one of the greats. He has the talent to write lyrics and delivers them. Plus, he is from the South so I like him already. Here is the but: the album is full of songs that remind me of so many were here and then they were gone. Bottom line, he needs some musicians to keep up with him, mainly a lead guitarist. Finally, he is making it huge right now and I just hope he keeps it strait so we can enjoy his talent for many albums to come. Because, I make no arguments about the energy and the structure of the songs being perfect. I love them. I think if he focuses on the singing and taking it to the next level and sticking to his style because clearly he couldn't sing "What If" by "Creed", Chris with the right musicians will make it bigger than Creed.

[BonezShaker]

but the solo in 'it's not over' can improve..... getting very sick of that solo

[tbarrettl]

BonezShaker wrote:

but the solo in 'it's not over' can improve..... getting very sick of that solo

same here

[LesPaulKid22]

i never reallly got into daughtry too much..i always thought he was a little bit lame....

[BennyStruggle]

Anything that came from American Idol is LAME. You are right LesPaulKid22.

[IX Pope XI]

I hate American Idol. More than many will ever know.
But Chris Daughtry kicks ass all over the place, and it's probably for the best that he didn't win, although he definitely had the talent to do so. And if anyone's ever seen the songs he sang for Idol, all of them are on like my top 20 favorite songs.

I don't care what anyone says, Chris Daughtry is a fantastic musician.

[Time Seller]

markdirt wrote:

This is one of the worst albums ever.

Agreed.

The songs sound generic, and the guitar playing is awful.

[eggy1991]

I personally believe this is one hell of an album, you guys slating it are simply jealous.

[badfish2829]

Time Seller wrote:

markdirt wrote:

This is one of the worst albums ever.
Agreed.

The songs sound generic, and the guitar playing is awful.

Seriously? I know good music may be a bit of a shock to you, but this album is great. It covers all the bases. The guitar playing being crap? No way! If a debut album sounds this way, you know the rest of them will follow suit, and, if possible, be better. Incredible album, every song on it is great!

[Shockball V]

IX Pope XI wrote:

I hate American Idol. More than many will ever know.
But Chris Daughtry kicks ass all over the place, and it's probably for the best that he didn't win, although he definitely had the talent to do so. And if anyone's ever seen the songs he sang for Idol, all of them are on like my top 20 favorite songs.

I don't care what anyone says, Chris Daughtry is a fantastic musician.

Agreeed 100%

[p.d.s.91]

I have to say, this album is terribly post-grunge, but it could be worse, it could be Creed we're talking about here