Released: Dec 7, 2010
Genre: Hard Rock
Label: Universal Republic Record
Number Of Tracks: 10
Hinder doesn't rock the boat on its third studio album by delivering a familiar blend of straightforward rock.
All American NightmareFeatured review by: UG Team, on december 10, 2010 1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Sound: Hinder is continuing to keep excess and the rock and roll lifestyle alive and kicking with its latest material. While there are plenty who might perceive singing about the usual booze/love/sex themes as a cop out in 2010, Hinder certainly doesn’t share that viewpoint. Much like the Oklahoma band’s first two albums, the latest release All American Nightmare plays upon all of your traditional rock subjects – whether it be in the lyrical content or the overall straightforward musical format. There’s nothing you haven’t heard before style-wise on All American Nightmare, so don’t expect to be wowed by any groundbreaking songwriting.
That being said, Hinder’s already-established fans know that experimental compositions aren’t what lured them to the band in the first place. All American Nightmare borders on being generic, but it also is likeable enough thanks to vocalist Austin Winkler’s charismatic delivery and the all-important big choruses. And yes, there are plenty who will eat up those themes that rule the rock world (i.e., booze and sex). There’s a decent balance between energetic, grooving compositions and contemplative ballads, but the memorable, sing-along chorus is usually the common denominator.
If you can get over the blatant nature prevalent in much of the material, then a song like “Two Sides of Me” (a gritty rocker that provides a good dose of sleaze) and “Waking Up The Devil” (which features an almost circus-like lead guitar riff) are fairly satisfying in terms of being likeable, raunchy fare. The title track is actually somewhat of a disappointment in comparison with the aforementioned songs, if only because it doesn’t really offer too many original musical ideas except for some solid acoustic work.
The slower material conveys – for better or worse – a “Kid Rock-ish” attitude. The country genre ever so slightly creeps into verses fit for the everyman. “Whatcha Gonna Do” is the primary example, and you could easily hear Kid Rock grabbing his acoustic to tackle this type of track. Hinder will undoubtedly connect with a massive audience because of this down-to-earth approach, but again, it’s nothing we haven’t heard before. // 6
Lyrics and Singing: You’re either going to love or hate Hinder’s lyrics. You could blame the rise of grunge for making songs about excess/booze/sex unpopular, but regardless of the reason it does seem a bit trite to hear bands regurgitate sounds about the topics. Hinder will strike chords with rock enthusiasts with lines like “You told me you hated my GN’R shirt; I should have known then this was never going to work” (“Hey Ho”) or the clever “Put The Record On,” which assimilates various classic rock album titles (everything from “Crazy Train” to “Back In Black”) into the lyrics. In terms of extolling the virtues/sins of rock past and present, the members of Hinder are masters at it. // 7
Impression: Hinder does play it safe by sticking with the general rock and roll basics on All American Nightmare, but this time there is a bit more of a down-home feel to the ballads. It’s not going to ruffle any feathers with the fans they have already, but the latest album also won’t win over any of the band’s naysayers. While it’s always enjoyable to hear a catchy chorus, there’s just a bit too much predictability all around on All American Nightmare. // 7
All American Nightmare
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the chalky one, on march 16, 2012 1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Sound: I thought that compared to extreme behavior this one took it to a whole new level. Although extreme behavior did have songs like. Lips of an angel and better then me. I thought they had a little of everything in this album sex, drugs, rock n roll. (The holy trinity) and alot of other things in this album. I thought it was very innovative to make a song like put that record on, it was kinda like a tribute to all those who have rocked and still are. And to all those we salute you. // 8
Lyrics and Singing: I think Austen Winkler has a very good voice and its so different from all the other singers now, and he can actually sing live! I mean who could ask for more? And he's from Oklahoma? Holy crap I'm from Oklahoma! And I thought all there lyrics went perfectly with there riffs. The lyrics in songs like 2 sides of me hey ho red tail lights and striptease were just pure genious. And while I mention striptease I think that song was writing especially for Myley Cyrus. I mean if you listen to it it fits. "Your a wanna be striper with a microphone" she is "I'd respect you more if you just took off your clothes" I probably would "your a waste of three minutes and a dance rutean" etc. // 9
Impression: Again I don't like to compare people to each other because every one is different. To me the most impressive songs on the album are "2 Sides Of Me", "Hey Ho", and "Red Tail Lights". "2 Sides Of Me" perfectly describes how at times we can act like little angels and then when people aren't watching we wake up the devil. (See what I did there?) And I thought "Hey Ho" was just one of those songs you turn the volume up all the way and just start singing along with it. And last but not least "Red Tail Lights", my favourite song off the album. A powerful and heart breaking song that many can relate to. It's seems to me that this girl believed everything she was told ("If you believe every word you heard, I'm probably better off letting you leave").
If I lost this CD I would tear my room apart looking for it. And if it was stolen I'd find who ever stole it, but I wouldn't confront them, oh no I have better plans. I'd send a death threat to the president with they're return address on it. I say that this album was powerful and if you buy it, one thing is for sure, you wont be disappointed. // 8
All American Nightmare
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kbrulz, on december 10, 2010 1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Sound: Nobody does the whole, "Sex, drugs, and Rock & Roll" thing quite like Hinder. The band's third release "All American Nightmare" keeps the trend going strong. Hinder has always had a way of jumping from one extreme to the next and that theme rings true here as well. With songs that range from breakup and heartache (Red Tail Lights, Everybody Knows and The Life) to good old fashioned party songs (All American Nightmare, Striptease, Waking Up The Devil and Put That Record On). This album has potential to push Hinder into even bigger popularity with the song Put That Record On, which pays homage to everyone from Bob Segar to Ozzy to Lepplin to Motley Crue.
Lead singer, Austin Winkler's vocals are, as usual, very solid. His voice seems to have matured a bit and sounds stronger than ever. The musicianship has also grown for the other members of the band. The lead riffs on Waking Up The Devil and Striptease sound almost Alice in Chains-ish. // 8
Lyrics and Singing: You know what to expect from Hinder when it comes to the lyrics department. Nothing too deep, but usually pretty solid. "Pretty girls and whiskey/Quarter bags and dimes/Put it in my face, I'm gonna do it every time" from Waking Up The Devil is one of my favorites. On Put That Record On, you get "Life's Been a Crazy Train, barely kept it on the tracks/If you think it's a shame I act this way/Blame it on Back in Black". I have a feeling this song will be played to death if they release it as a single. // 7
Impression: "All American Nightmare" is a solid album. It's one you find yourself listening to over and over and doesn't really get old. The only complaint is that they apparently wrote 70 songs preping for the album and only ten made the final cut. You can buy versions with bonus tracks, but really? 70 songs? I would have thought these guys were batting better than .142 when it comes to coming up with record worthy tunes. I guess it's better than putting in a bunch of filler songs though. This album is definitely worth a listen. It's one of the better albums I've heard in a while. // 8
I've been a Hinder fan for a while, and I didn't expect the country direction at all. Still it's a lot better than the pop rock theme from the last album. The leads are way better than Garvey's past efforts, the music is heavier, just all around a better album. Can't really expect them to think too far outside the box though.
And what're you talking about Gary? Hinder is alright, but Buckcherry kicks ass!
I thought I was the only one who noticed the font being the same as A7X (which is a MUCH better band imo).
Lips of an Angel is the main reason I can't stand Hinder. Waayy too overplayed.
i'm looking at the album cover right now since I was curious about the similarities. The fonts ARE in fact different, and it's closer the the font used in the band's name than it is to the album name.
That being said, I don't really listen to Hinder at all, or Avenged Sevenfold much anymore. I more just wanted to comment on the font situation being a computer nerd and things
I'm sorry, but I absolutely cannot stand this band. True, there are songs here and there that have a lot of heart and I really enjoy, but I just wish there were more.
One hit wonder, really. I've never heard anything else by them on the radio except for Lips of An Angel (and MAYBE one other song, but it all blends together). Everything else I've heard is just bland...Hinder sounds like Daughtry sounds like Nickelback. It's so old at this point.
hinders pretty cool in my book. met them on a plane (they were flying coach, go figure lol...) and they were pretty cool to me and when I talked to them. cant wait to buy this. (yes buy this, as pirating is reserved for KISS albums and other non-fan=friendly bands)
JEEZ already! When will the record co.'s stop putting out this generic SHIT! Every band on rock radio (okay, with a few exceptions) sounds the same nowadays - the battery in my iPod is practically dead I've stopped listening to radio for so long. This copied, formulated, generic, pathetic trend of nonstop shit music is getting soooo OLD. Dear Hinder(and all you other generic, shit "bands"), please stop making "music". You suck at it and need to GO AWAY. Yours truly, EVERYONE.
PS - Seriously go away. No one with working ears wants you. I'm not joking, not even a little. Go away NOW.
I'm thinking Radiohead fan or indie rock fan. Only they speak so pointlessly. Sigh. Anyway i dont like hinder, but obviously some people do. So get over it tard.
But I'll agree with some other comments, Hinder is like Nickelback junior. Which is kinda gay. I like Nickelback but atleast Chad can sing you know.
Chad can sing?
I always considered Theory of a Deadman to be Nickelback junior, but I guess in post-grunge, everybody is either Creed or Nickelback.
Yes Chad can most definitely sing. Even if you don't like nickelback you can't really say he can't sing. Theory of a Deadman and Hinder both seem like a poor man's Nickelback to me.
Really? Complaining about the font they use on their album cover? Good God...Theory of a Deadman and the like, are not wanna-be Nickelback bands. They play the same style of music. Morons...
Really? Complaining about the font they use on their album cover? Good God...Theory of a Deadman and the like, are not wanna-be Nickelback bands. They play the same style of music. Morons...
I didn't get the idea of avenged sevenfold gotta do with this dumb gay cover album... Hinder/Justin bieber/drake/t-pain is what wrong with the music nowadays...
Avenged Sevenfold didn't get a no. 1 record from their font type and having "nightmare" in red on the cover.
music isnt about being number 1.....
I'm pretty sure it is when it comes to Hinder
Exactly what I was getting at. That is the whole perpose for them even being a band; making money. If there was any passion in their music we might have heard it by now.
Really? Complaining about the font they use on their album cover? Good God...Theory of a Deadman and the like, are not wanna-be Nickelback bands. They play the same style of music. Morons...
There's a large difference between playing the "same style of music" and blatant copies. For instance: Dream Theater and Symphony X are both progressive metal yet they don't sound exactly the same. Nickleback, Hinder, Theory of a Deadman, they all sound exactly the same.
Avenged Sevenfold didn't get a no. 1 record from their font type and having "nightmare" in red on the cover.
music isnt about being number 1.....
Obviously you've yet to realize all Hinder does is attempt to write catchy "rock" songs. So yes, their whole reason for playing music IS to get famous unfortunately.
I dont understand all the hate towards Hinder. Their not the most original band in the world but they play the music they love and have a great time doing it. Not everything has to be ground breaking. I honestly respect them more for continuing to play their music the way they want to play and take the criticism from the critics instead of them changing their style to gain acceptance.
Come on guys, in the end, they are the unsigned famous people and we are not. Obviously they've worked long and hard to gain label attention, and they've succeeded, so good for them. Am I a fan of their music? Not really. Am I going to give this a listen? Probably not, but they are out doing what they love to do so Im not going to hate on them for that or any other band. I know any of us would swap spots with them in a second.
They're really not that bad of a band. It's catchy music sure, but just because its mainstream doesn't really take anything away from it. People give mainstream bands too much shit because they thing they're too "yadda yadda" or whatever.
They're really not that bad of a band. It's catchy music sure, but just because its mainstream doesn't really take anything away from it. People give mainstream bands too much shit because they thing they're too "yadda yadda" or whatever.
Man, this album has been on the front page for like three days. And the previous two days have been user reviews of guitars. Can we have a good album on the front page now?
The All American Nightmare album foreshadows its own place among the classic rockers to whom it pays tribute. The musical allusions in PUT THAT RECORD ON could serve as a Foundations of Rock 101 survey, and Hinder stands shoulder to shoulder with the masters. STRIPTEASE, which is sure to ignite a flurry of speculation, and HEY HO both effectively dismiss the overly glitzed, media grubbing antitheses of rock, while WHAT YA GONNA DO and THE LIFE take an introspective turn and deliver a poignant assessment of making choices and living with them. In what may be the sleeper track of the album, EVERYBODY’S WRONG gives a voice to those who have taken the heat, bared the load, and weathered the storm of being in a relationship with a disingenuous fraud. The title track, ALL AMERICAN NIGHTMARE is a blatant, no-apologies proclamation, yet it also plays like a political anthem, and one could easily imagine it blaring from the speakers of an Apache chopper destined for enemy soil. Anyone with a sense of humor and a penchant for satire will appreciate BAD MF. This track just invites listeners to open a cold one and pull up a chair.
My advice – PUT [THIS] RECORD ON!
JEEZ already! When will the record co.'s stop putting out this generic SHIT! Every band on rock radio (okay, with a few exceptions) sounds the same nowadays - the battery in my iPod is practically dead I've stopped listening to radio for so long. This copied, formulated, generic, pathetic trend of nonstop shit music is getting soooo OLD. Dear Hinder(and all you other generic, shit "bands"), please stop making "music". You suck at it and need to GO AWAY. Yours truly, EVERYONE.
PS - Seriously go away. No one with working ears wants you. I'm not joking, not even a little. Go away NOW.
Thats why the went triple platnium right..
dumbass
Good Band nice easy going wouldnt mind a bit more technicality within the riffs but when all is said and done the vocals are fantastic great grundge singer that can hit many notes. The lyrics are pretty cool aswell straight forwad and crude (sex drugs and rocknroll) good to see that they havent changed from since they started.
r u serious whoever wrote the review at the top needs to get there head outta there ass im beginning to think the people who join this website wouldnt know great music if it bit them in the ass
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