The Presidents of the United States of America - These Are the Good Times People

2.5/5
Let me start by saying that PUSA’s 1995 self-titled debut album is perfect, and I’m not exaggerating. Clever/funny lyrics set to catchy post-grunge, such as the classics “Lump” and “Peaches”. These Are the Good Times People is an OK album and fun to listen to, but nowhere near as good as their debut. Their new style is a bit too pop-punk for me. There’s also not enough variety in the songs; they all come at full force without room to breathe—something that they didn’t have a problem with on their first album. The best songs on here are the ones that show glimpses of their previous brilliance, such as “Mixed Up S.O.B.”, “Ghosts Are Everywhere”, and “Loose Balloon", but there aren't any tracks that are instantly memorable. Overall, the album is a good listen..and don’t get me wrong, their new style is often pleasing, such as on “French Girl.” And of course, the lyrics are as funny as always.