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5 out of 5.0 stars 21 Ratings (20 Reviews)

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    A refreshing new sound

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Aug 2, 2003 | 2 out of 2 found this Rooney review helpful

    Reminiscient of bands from the 60s such as the Beach Boys, Rooney has just begun their musical career with their self-titled debut album. Very similar to the Strokes, another group that delves into their musical roots for inspiration and imitation, R...ooney provides a nice break from the nu-metal and hard rock from bands such as Linkin Park and Disturbed. They journey back in time, and bring in the elements of pure rock-and-roll to the modern era. Using this as the crux for their sound, they add on the elements of amps and electric guitars to add an element of heaviness. As they blend the elements of new-age rock and classic rock, they create music that brings together two very different musical generations. Devout fans of the original characteristics of rock-and-roll--pure guitar, pass, drums, and vocals without the use of computers to synthesize and create beats and songs--will find themselves refreshed by the sound of Rooney, yet at the same time will enjoy that purity brought up to date.The beginning of the song "I'm Shakin'" sounds as if it were pulled out of "96 Tears" by Question Mark And The Mysterians. Not stopping there, tambourines and keyboards in the background along with choruses sung my nearly the entire in some situations reflect a sound of the Beach Boys, namely on "If It Were Up To Me" and "Blueside." Robert Carmine's line "In a good way/She doesn't know/That I love her/Yes I love her" from "Stay Away" is one example of his tremendous songwriting. The sound to each song strikes an unattainable memory. Reaching deep into the musical memory bank, the listener strives to make the connection between Rooney's sound on a specific song to a classic rock-and-roll song only to realize that no song exists in most scenarios. It is simply the unique blend of elements Rooney uses in creating amazing and memorable songs. Read more Less

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    Must Anticipated, well worth the wait, great album

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Nov 12, 2005

    Pros: Love to see them perform live as well as hear their songs on the stereo

    Cons: all the songs sound the same.

    Rooney's self-titled debut album is a real treat for all the fans that waited from them to get signed to a label and finally get to hear their songs made in the studio. I'm proud to say that I've seen Rooney plenty of times @The Troubadou...r, Chain Reaction, The Roxy Theater, The El Rey Theater, and The Glasshouse. I saw them for the first time in 2000 when they were just starting up opening for bands like Rilo Kiley, Smile, and Phantom Planet. Rooney don't seem to disappoint the audience only charges, amps, awws, and inspires the crowd. Songs that I love listening to on this album are "Blueside", "Stay Away", "I'm a Terrible Person", "Popstars", my favorite track - "I'm Shakin", "Daisy Duke", "Sorry Sorry", "Simply Because" and "Losing All Control". If you love The Strokes/The Cars/Weezer you'll love Rooney! Their dvd "Spit & Sweat is great too! Read more Less

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    Rooney rocks my socks

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Mar 24, 2005

    Pros: there music rocks!

    Cons: there is none!

    i absoultly love Rooney, they are just so great. i love their music. adn i hope that they will come up with a new cd! and i also LOVE Robert Schwartzman!!

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    rooney!!!!!!!!!!!

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Aug 1, 2004

    Pros: love it!!!!!!!!

    Cons: dig it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    You guys have too listen too rooney's cd it is so kool i just wish they're videos would play more often. I would say so myself that rooney does sound much like a 60s band they have that flowing beat to ... there music.If you don't like to dance rooney will make you move a little somethn' that you don't know what you got. I would say they do sound similar too the beach boys. Read more Less

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    Great!!!

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Sep 20, 2003

    Rooney it's great , the record is exelent and the Robert's voice is so good....It's a great record !!!!

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    AWESOME CD

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Aug 14, 2003

    I picked this cd after seeing Ronney perform at the taping of pepsi smash. I was a little hesitant thinking that like other bands it would only contain a few good songs. I was wrong. Every track on ROONEY was excellent. Rooney has a very unique sound... that i can only describe as pop rock without selling out. They have a very beachy/california vibe which translates into easy listening that doesn't put you to sleep. Their music doesn't discrimminate, i think that everyone kind find something to connect with in the lyrics. Read more Less

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    Much Like Phantom Planet

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Aug 6, 2003

    This cd is awesome. They sound a little like Phantom Planet, but that's probably because the lead singer is Phantom Planet's drummer's little brother.

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    the expert opinion

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Jul 26, 2003

    they are a cross between the turtls and the beach boys. I love their mellow sound and their style. It's unique and nice for a change

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    Rooney Rocks!!!

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Jul 10, 2003

    Rooney Rocks. They have such great sound and everything. They are an amazing group. Everyone needs their CD

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    AWESOME!!!

    By Yahoo! Shopping User  Jul 8, 2003

    when i first heard of rooney i was like who is that and then i heard their song "blueside" and i immediatly fell in love and just had to have the cd!!Only about 3 people i know know who rooney is but their still awesome and new and im sure ...that they will become very famous!! i love u rooney.................(c
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