Montgomery Gentry
Some People Change
(Sony)
OVERALL GRADE: B
1. "Some People Change" (3:23)
--One of the greater songs out there, "Some People Change" is really an inspirational
song. The first verse deals with a son moving out of his father's bad image, while the second verse deals with an alchoholic.
At first hear, this'll give you chills.
2. "Hey Country" (3:23)
--Country-rock with a great groove to it. Also very catchy. Troy is echoed throughout
the song, making you want to echo along with it. However, if you are looking for a pure country song, this is probably not
going to be your cup-of-tea.
3. "Lucky Man" (3:17)
--"Lucky Man" is really a nice country song that counts its blessings. Softer than usual
for Montgomery Gentry, Eddie's vocals actually do a good job on it.
4. "Takes All Kinds" (2:53)
--Another great song from Montgomery Gentry. The lyrics are the standout of this song,
which - aside from vocals - is what matters. But if you want even more reason why "Takes All Kinds" is a great song, well,
its country!
5. "Your Tears Are Comin'" (4:04)
--Now THIS is classic Montgomery Gentry. Its upbeat country-rock, the lyrics remind you
of those older Montgomery Gentry albums, both Eddie and Troy get some vocals in, and there is even a harmonica! If you were
a fan of Tatoos & Scars and My Town, this song is for you.
6. "Clouds" (3:45)
--This is one of the softest Montgomery Gentry songs I can remember. Unfortunatley, Eddis's
vocals aren't as good as they could be. Through most of the song he is right on, but as he tries for the high notes he seems
too whiny and ends up messing the note up. The lyrics and insturmentation are awesome, though putting this song on repeat
may cause you to grow tired of it.
7. "Twenty Years Ago" (4:21)
--Pretty well displayed by Troy, though the lyrics seem so familiar since the subject
is that of alot of other songs out there. This isn't the usual style for Montgomery Gentry, but you can't help but compare
it to older material. It is most comparable to the album tracks of You Do Your Thing. The third verse may be the
only real disapointment of "Twenty Years Ago," as Troy speaks it instead of singing.
8. "What Do Ya Think About That" (3:40)
--This song all together is more interesting than the other songs. The way "What Do Ya
Think About That" is set up is different than Montgomery Gentry usual has their songs because thesinging races though the
beat feels slow. It is sort of hard to explain this song, give it a listen yourself.
9. "Redder Than That" (4:18)
--This is actually a pretty good song, on second listen. The only thing is that it has
a bit of a live feel to it, but it really doesn't interfere with the quality of the song.
10. "A Man's Job" (4:12)
--Flatly put, "A Man's Job" is keepin' it simple and country. Classic Montgomery Gentry
is its only description. Your ordinary break-up with girl, girl gets a new boyfriend song, "A Man's Job" is nothing
to write home about, but its worth the listen just because it is Montgomery Gentry.
11. "If You Wanna Keep An Angel" (4:28)
--Usually, when you see the word 'wanna' in a title, instead of 'want to,' you know its
not going to be a dull song. Usually, when its Montgomery Gentry, you know its not going to be a dull song. "If You Wanna
Keep An Angel" holds true to that. There is something about it that makes it a great song. Maybe its the lyrics mixed with
the melody and music. Maybe its Eddie and the choir echoing in the background. Whatever it is, this is definatley a standout
song on Some People Change.
12. "Free Ride In The Fast Lane" (3:21)
--The final track of Some People Change
opens with some cool guitar followed by the vocals of Eddie singing the first verse, then accompaning Troy in singing
the chorus, finally they sing most of the rest of the song together. Once again, the bridge is talked by Troy however. Athough
this is a little Alt-Country, be sure it is Montgomery Gentry.
