The sibling glamrock trio was named HM Magazine's "Best Unsigned Band Of 2006". Drawing varied influence from Rancid, The Beatles, Blink 182 and Gwen Stefani, Children 18:3 introduced themselves to the world in 2008 with their self-titled record, and legendary live show.
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Hallelujah...They're Going To Kill Us Too| Posted May 29, 2008
Just like several other reviewers below me, let me start off by saying that I am not a fan of true punk or harder rock. I'm more of a pop kind of guy, although I do like rockier bands like Fireflight, Skillet, and Flyleaf. In honesty, it really doesn't matter to me what kind of music it is...if it's catchy and gets stuck in my head, I like it. I'm a huge sucker for a catchy hook, whether it's good or not. And then came Children 18:3. I can honestly say EVERY SINGLE ONE of these songs have been stuck in my head at least once. I've had this cd for a little over 3 months and I know every word to every song, and it still gets played regularly in my cd player, even though I have bought about 5 or 6 more cds since then. I love the vocals, although Lee Marie's screaming is a bit overwhelming at times. The lyrics are so poetic and thought-provoking. I am still very confused about lyrics to "All My Balloons," "Final," and "LCM." But with all of the typical clichedness of today's Christian music, it was great to hear music that brought back true art in lyrics. Standout tracks are the ever-popular "All My Balloons," the uber-catchy "Homemade Valentine," the guitar-heavy "Final," and the short-but-sweet "Search Warrant."
Random comments:
-Why is the song called "LCM"? It sounds like a drug or something. Why not just name the song "Last Chance Marie"? If they can do it with this song, why not others? What about AMB, YKWASFOD, SW, ES, TAWB, etc.?
This good as "children" can't wait till they are "all growed up"!| Posted May 18, 2008
Warning: Do not write this group and/or cd off at first listen. I did and I was missing out.
I'll be honest, I'm a fringe punk fan at best, and rarely do I lay my cold hard cash down for a band with a female singer (there are exceptions, I do like Fireflight) and stupid me I just wrote off this band. That is until I was listening to XM Satellite radio on my DirectTV one Saturday and "You Know We're All So Fond of Dying" shot out of my speakers and lodged itself in my mind, never to leave until I had marched to my nearest store and purchased the entire cd. I knew it had staying power when my wife decread that I was no longer aloud to sing either "Fond of Dying" or "Homeade Valentine" in our apartment (for at least a week or two or she would go insane.
Not one for vague lyrics, I will admit I have some trouble sifting through the poetry that is Children 18:3 lyrics, but there is no denying that they are thought-provoking, well done, and challenging.
As far as the music goes I just can't decide whether to describe it as raw...or polished. Heavy...or melodic. And I do believe it is the refusal to be pigeon-holed that sets Children 18:3 apart from the pack. Kudos!
Simply amazing!| Posted May 12, 2008
I got 1 of my many emails about music, and saw stuff about Children 18:3. After reading the review, i went on Itunes, and listened to the 30 second clips of all the songs. Loved them! Bought the album!! I can't stop listening to it!!! The music - is awesome, catchy guitar rifts, etc.. The lyrics, intense - intricate- they all have a message. Overall, this album is 5 stars all the way!!! If you haven't, go out and buy it!
Pure Goodness| Posted April 10, 2008
This album is absolutely amazing. It is impossible to deny the music phenomena that is Children 18:3. Every song is a tribute to their abilities. They bring high tempo, catchy lyrics to have you playing the air guitar in no time. Definitely check out tracks like "LCM," "You Know We're All So Fond of Dying," "Homemade valentine," and the ever catchy "All My Balloons."
Very good| Posted March 24, 2008
I didn't expect to like this CD as much as I do. But the catchy guitar licks and boy-girl trade off singing drew me in.
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