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| Artist: The Killers
Label: Island
List Price: $13.98
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Rating:  265 reviews
Sales Rank: 806
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 4.9 x 0.4
MPN: 000722102
UPC: 602517026759
EAN: 0602517026759
ASIN: B000GY729M
Release Date: October 3, 2006
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 This album is a complete mess. October 6, 2006
S. Bambury
11 out of 23 found this review helpful
The Killers aren't 'maturing' with this album, it's a mess. They tried to show some depth and failed miserably. The entire album is full of filler songs and background music. Weak vocals, lame lyrics and boring tracks are a common theme with this release. If there was no 'Hot Fuss', this album would have been laughed out of the studio. Stay away from this one folks.
One other thing, this site is flooded with so many fake positive reviews, it's ridiculous. Please look at reviews outside of this website and you will see that this album is receiving poor reviews everywhere. Amazon needs to start cracking down on false reviews.
What a Mess Indeed October 10, 2006
J. Droubay (SLC, Utah)
11 out of 20 found this review helpful
I don't know what all of the 5-star reviewers are listening to; maybe I got a different version of Sam's Town. All I know is this album is a complete mess. I don't understand how a band can put out a nearly flawless debut album, a couple of good extra tracks in the interim ("Glamorous Indie Rock and Roll" and "The Ballad of Michael Valentine"), and then crank out something as bad as this.
I wasn't expecting them to give us Hot Fuss 2, but I certainly wasn't expecting this. It is hard for me to put my finger on exactly what is wrong with this album, but I think alot of it has to do with the absolute disconnect between the vocals and the background tracks. I'm not exaggerating when I say that I could only listen to about 5 or 6 tracks before I got a headache. It sounds like they laid down the background tracks first and then had Flowers stand at the mike and make up the vocals impromtu--it's that bad. What makes things even worse is that the lyrics are as insipid as lyrics get. You get gems like "feel my bones on your bones" and "I see London I see France"--no wait it's "I see London I see Sam's Town."
All in all, Sam's Town was a tremendous disappointment to me. This was an album I had been looking forward to for months because their first album was so great. But, it looks like some people really liked it, so I maybe I just don't get it. But I would definitely borrow it and give it a listen before you go and drop $15 for it.
Different Isn't Always Bad. October 17, 2006
Mr. Censored (Maine)
11 out of 13 found this review helpful
The Killers' debut album, "Hot Fuss," was such a phenomenon that it was nearly impossible to follow-up with something as good. Well, the Killers have tried and delivered "Sam's Town." For their second album, the foursome goes for a more rock-oriented approach, leaving behind much of the glam/disco undertones of the previous album. Is it better? Judge for yourself. One thing is for sure, though: It's different.
Sounds like: Queen, Bruce Springsteen and the Cars rolled into one.
The Good:
- They don't try to repeat themselves here. There are moments that somewhat callback to the first album, but for the most part, they took a real risk.
- The production and musicianship are much stronger than before.
- The album doesn't peter out on the second half like "Hot Fuss" did.
The Bad:
- Unfortunately, nothing here really leaves quite the impression that the strongest tracks on "Hot Fuss" did.
Hits: "When You Were Young," "For Reasons Unknown," "This River Is Wild," and "Bones."
Misses: "Uncle Johnny" a song that sticks out like a sore thumb and doesn't seem to go anywhere.
Future: "Sam's Town" most likely won't be the massive hit it's predecessor was, but at the very least, the Killers have proven they aren't just a flash in the pan or a one-trick pony.
Personally: There's nothing here that gives me the chills that half of "Hot Fuss" did, which is surprising. But the album is still good to listen too, especially where the first album is starting to sound a bit stale at this point.
Best Listened To When: "Hot Fuss" goes cold.
 It grows on you... February 1, 2007
Eddie Lancekick (Pacific Northwest)
10 out of 13 found this review helpful
I cherished the fresh and innovative pop that I experienced with the bands first album titled "Hot Fuss". When "Sam's Town" came out I picked it up right away. Yes, that was several months ago. Aside from the smash hit single "When you were young" I didn't feel much connection with the rest of the album. Songs that drifted and glided over a monotone ocean that was more lazy than uplifting.
I'm glad I gave it another chance. Sam's town is a fun record that really is enlightening to listen to from the first track to the last. Sure, some of the material here is weak compared to others, but altogether it's got a lot of staying power. "Bling" (Confession of a King) is a great track that is deep and emotional. "Read my Mind" is a fun and meaningful song that has a fast beat and I myself enjoy playing while driving. "Enterlude" is less than a minute long but is a charming piano ditty that adds some diversity to the track listing. The guitars and overall mood from "Uncle Jonny" is superb and is a track I always enjoy hearing.
Indie, Folk, Rock and Pop seem to all be words that have described this band the past couple years. Considering how many bands out there are rising and falling by the minute, I think The Killers are a band on the rise, and we maybe haven't even seen how great they can be. As I learned, Sam's Town is worthy of a second stay.
 Classic October 4, 2006
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9 out of 12 found this review helpful
This album is superb from start to finish. "Sam's Town" proves that The Killers are real artists and a great band in the making. This is a huge step up from their previous effort. I'm glad they didn't blindly recycle ideas from "Hot Fuss." They tried something different and it's refreshing. I can play "Sam's Town" from start to finish. This album showcases their real talent. "This River is Wild" is my favorite song. It's so grand and epic, like Springsteen meets U2. It reminds me of the Wild West, a stylish backdrop to a great Western. "Sam's Town" is a stunning sophomore effort. It shows real growth and maturity. Make no mistake, they have made a superb record. This is a departure from "Hot Fuss" or at least it appears that way at first, but it's a welcomed change. I would encourage people to have an open mind and the true brilliance of this record will shine through. "Sam's Town" gets better each time I play it. And it sounds more and more like a Killer's album on repeat listens. This is a classic. It's sharp and sophisticated. Pure and simple, this is just GREAT music. I wish all sophomore albums could rise to this epic occasion. I love "Sam's Town."
Favorites: Sam's Town, When You Were Young, Bones, For Reasons Unknown, Read My Mind, This River Is Wild
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