Something Corporate - Audio Boxer (6 tracks) +Album Reviews +Used CD available for Swap

Something Corporate Shines.

lipgloss_and_letdown | Singapore | 08/27/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Like so many bands on Drive-Thru Records that come out with amazing EPs, Something Corporate is no different. Their debut EP, Audio Boxer, is a unique, and refreshing experiance. From the first to last song, Audio Boxer displays Something Corporate piano driven rock.

1. '(Hurricane) The Formal Weather Pattern' - They redid this song for the full length, but i feel this sounds better. It starts with just a beautiful acoustic guitar and Andrew's vocals. The chorus is more rocking, and its very catchy. All this before an amazing piano solo. A great opener to the EP.

2. 'If You C Jordan' - The first single, and probably my least favorite on the EP. I do like it, but i feel the lyrics are a bit too inmature. It does have catchy chorus, but after awhile, it does get a bit annoying. Another track which they redid for the full length.

3. 'Punk Rock Princess' - Once again, redone for the full length, and once again, there isnt a difference between the EP and LP versions. Its a very catchy song and fusions Something Corporate's pop-punkness with Andrew's piano skill.

4. 'Bad Days' - Another great song. It's slighty slower paced, but its beautiful. The lyrics are really good as well.

5. 'Little' - The chorus for this song is one of the catchiest on the record, and will be stuck with you. Good lyrics as well.

6. 'Walking By' - This is my favorite track on the record. It's the slowest song on the EP, and the most beautiful. The lyrics are absolutly beautiful. This is the record's gem.

Overall, Something Corporate debut EP shows the world who they are. Unlike their following records, the sound on this is far more rawer. It does show how much Something Corporate has progressed and grown in such a short period."

These Nights I Get High Just from Breathing...

J. Boccanfuso | United States | 10/24/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"When I bought Something Corporate's Audioboxer EP, I knew absolutely nothing about them. I was in my local record store with exactly seven dollars in my pocket... I wasn't planning on buying anything, until I saw that this CD was only five bucks. Figuring I couldn't go wrong for that price, I decided to buy it. Needless to say, I was very pleasantly surprised.Something Corporate instantly impressed me with the catchy opening tune "Hurricane." It blended piano, guitar, and melodic vocals perfectly. This quickly became one of my favorite tracks on the six-song EP.The lead single from the band is track number two: "If You See Jordan." Again, it's catchy and enjoyable. It's a bit whiny... but the perfect anthem for anyone who was picked on as a kid. (I have a story, a bitter anthem/For everyone to hear about this kid who just don't like me/And that's a solid fact/They say he's hunting me, and as you see/I'm all swelled up with fear/Cause I can't get him off my back)"Punk Rock Princess" is another great track, one of the standouts. It sounds much more raw and unpolished than the others. It's followed by "Bad Day" and "Little," two tracks that I like, but don't love. I never grew attached to these two songs (especially "Little"), though I do listen to them often. Both are admirable efforts, but they don't match up to some of the other songs. Still, both are better than most mainstream efforts.Which brings me to the greatest song Audioboxer has to offer: "Walking By." It's an incredibly beautiful song that tells a thoughtful story. Present here are some wonderful lyrics, and some absolutely amazing vocal work. Simply beautiful, this song was worth the price of the CD alone.Something Corporate is a talented band that has a great ability to blend many different sounds into one and make it work. Audioboxer is a wonderful example of how music should be done."

It's just that good...

orangepixistick88 | Central Valley, Ca | 10/24/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I had first heard of Something Corporate before "Audioboxer" even came out. I purchased a Drive-Thru records compilation cd and got my first taste of the band with the songs "Konstantine" (probably the best song...ever. everyone MUST listen to that 9 minute masterpeice) and "iF yoU C Jordan". I wanted more.... The first Track "Hurricane (The Formal Weather Pattern)" is simply amazing. Wonderful lyrics and the way Andrew uses the piano is genuis. Simply that. Every song on "Audioboxer" is defenately a gem. But the one that stands out the most is "Walking By", emotional and beautiful. One of the best ballads I've heard in a long time. Everything about this song is simply amazing. Andrews unique and powerful voice over the piano and strings. The strings add so much to this song. The lyrics are kinda crypitic, but just adds to the wonderfulness of the song. All in all, it is worth every penny. It's a must-have if you own "Leaving Through The Window". =) Expect much success from this band..."

This is Music

Tatiana | Plano, TX USA | 04/27/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Now, I will admit I didn't get "Audioboxer" until much after I bought "Leaving Through the Window" and "North", so I was already a huge fan of Something Corporate. I knew that no matter what their EP sounded like, I would at least tolerate it. Little didn't I know, I didn't tolerate it. I worshipped it. This beautiful 6 track EP was worth every penny of the $7.99 I paid for it. It'd be worth $14.99 if it cost that much.1. "(Hurricane) The Formal Weather Pattern"- An incredible opener this song is, and even though I'd already heard it on LTTW, the version was different and it was still awesome. Josh's lyrics here are very good. The best part? The whole metaphor is so not cliché. I mean, who hears about hot girls being like weather patterns? Well, at least not from the lips of young adult males. Props to Josh, my man.
2. "iF U C Jordan"- Their main single off this EP would, of course, be my least favorite. It is an awesome song in its own right, though slightly overused now- but it can't compare to any of the other songs on any of SoCo's albums, so it kind of sits there. The cute, immature lyrics and upbeat tempo, however, make for a great "take that" to the bullies of the world.
3. "Punk Rock Princess"- Every single version of this song (and, yes, there are many) is different and good in its own way. This track feels a little different from the rest of the EP (I believe another review called it "raw and unpolished"), and that's a good thing. It's a great song to describe those relationships you're afraid of diving into.
4. "Bad Days"- I guess for most people this is a song that takes some getting used to, although I warmed up to it in a flash. It's a really good song to get your mind off all your worries, though.
5. "Little"- I love this song. It has nice music, nice vocals, nice lyrics, nice everything. The only problem I can see with it is that it's just that: nice. It's a bit generic and can get lost in the crowds. Thankfully, though, this EP only has 6 songs, so it's hard to forget one of them.
6. "Walking By"- Now this song is what the EP was obviously created for. "Walking By" has got to be one of the most beautiful unrequited love ballads ever written (oh, wait- never mind. "Konstantine" kicks its butt so many times over, it's not even funny. Then again, is Konstantine really unrequited or just a goodbye to young love? Hmmm....a thought to ponder while I should actually be doing my Human Geography homework...). And what's even better is that Andrew's love does end up being requited in real life. The lyrics to this song are so personal, and his vocals are so heart wrenching and incredible- you just want to hug the poor guy. Yes, even if you are a guy.Even if you have never heard of Something Corporate before, or at least never heard their other CDs- go get "Audioboxer". It's not only cheap, but it's a wonderful introduction to this amazing band. And if you're already a fan, this is definitely a great addition to your collection."

It's not hard to dream

Charlotte | pennsylvania | 05/18/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I first heard of them from my friend. She was all compliments about the group, and burned just the song Konstantine for me. Before I had listened to it, however, she tried to explain to me what they were like. Piano Rock? Whoever heard...? I was doubtful when I put the CD in my walkman, but put to shame as I listened. It is really one of the best songs I have ever heard in my life. Nine minutes seems like two.
Naturally, I ran out and bought Audio Boxer and fell in love with that, too. I LOVE the piano solo in Hurricane and the emotion and humor of If U C Jordan. I could relate in Bad Days and heard the talent in Walking By and Little. YOU HAVE TO GET THIS!
Leaving Through the Window was also wonderful. They sort of wandered in North, but Down, Ruthless, and Me and the Moon are awesome tracks.
Here's to piano rock and Something Corporate"

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	Something Corporate Audio Boxer Genres: Alternative Rock, Pop, Rock Track Listings (6) - Disc #1 (Hurricane) The Formal Weather Pattern - Something Corporate, Partington, Joshua If You C Jordan Punk Rock Princess Bad Days Little Walking By
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