(Pop-Punk) Blink 182 - Cheshire Cat

~~hybridofsound~~ · 11-21-2003, 10:44 PM

Artist: Blink 182
Album: Cheshire Cat
Tom DeLonge - Vocals, Guitar
Mark Hoppus - Vocals, Bass
Scott Raynor - Drums
Released: Grilled Cheese (1994)
Favourite Songs
Carousel
M&Ms
TV
Wasting Time

Cheshire Cat was the first full length album from Blink 182. For many it's the best Blink album and was Blink in their prime before they 'sold out' however I will leave you to form an opinion, lets get to the music.

Carousel - Right up to TOYPAJ Blink 182 has opened their albums with fantastic songs and on the first album it was no different. Though Carousel is slow to kick in (The intro is roughly 50 seconds) it's one of the best songs on the album. Lyrically it's something any teen can relate to and though Toms voice is skethchy in the music it's a song you can't help but like.

M&Ms - This was the only song released as a single off Cheshire Cat. It opens with a guitar solo before Mark kicks in the verse. Alot of the songs on this record you can easily relate to as a teen and here you can connect with the lyrics really easily. Blink still manage to keep their immaturity on this song as ever 'My love life was getting so bland, there's only so many ways I can make love with my hand' Mark sings in a verse.

Fentoozler - This song is a pretty good song. It's nothing that stands out on the album but it's still a cool song and the lyrics as a teen you can still connect to.

Touchdown Boy - A song about the guy that gets all the girls. One of the songs I like the most on the album. Toms voice is a bit scratchy on this track but it's still a catchy song and has a good chorus where Mark harmonises with Tom and it works well.

Strings - The verses are my favourite part of this song. It's got a nice tune to them and another good song lyrically. Chorus is a little boring.

Peggy Sue - A good song but yet nothing special again. It's got a good melody though and is catchy.

Sometimes - The fastest song on the record. A song about a girl and those perfect moments which you just want to last. It's over in 1 minute and 8 seconds.

Does My Breath Smell - Well it starts off with a intro with Mark and Tom saying some weird things in the background and then it bursts into the verse. It's a fast song which is suprisingly strong. One of the better songs on the album.

Cacophony - The whole pace of the record slows down here and it's a welcome break. The song however is a tad boring in the verses though the chorus's pick things up a little and lyrcially you can connect with the song.

TV - One of the best Blink songs on the entire album. It's a funny song without refering to other peoples mothers or acts of sodemy. It's like Sometimes fast, catchy and short.

Wasting Time - One of the best Blink songs ever. The lyrics are fantastic, the melodies are perfect and it's the song that any teenage guy can relate to. 'Sometimes I sit at home and wonder if shes sitting at home thinking of me and wondering if i'm sitting at home thinking about her.. or am I just wasting my time?' It's a lyric that not many could think of.

Romeo And Rebecca - After a very slow intro the song finaly kicks in. Toms voice is pretty shaky again. It's a good song lyrically however it doesn't really get good until the chorus kicks in when the song speeds up. It goes from boring to a good song.

Ben Wah Balls - I guess the word to describe this song is lol. It's a joke song talking about two people who meet, sleep together and realise the man is her father. One of the first joke Blink songs and one of the greatest.

Just About Done - Um well... Wack I guess is the word for this song take a listen and you will understand. Completely random.

Depends - Another joke song. It's catchy. It's a song about someone who can't control their bladder and their problems.

So overall if you don't like Blinks immaturity this record certanely wont change your opinions but if you don't like the sound of Enema or TOYPAJ you might just enjoy this album. It's different to any Blink 182 album there is and though it doesn't break new ground it's still a great album and for any Blink fan it's a worthy purchase.

Rating - 3.75/5

sting-ray · 11-21-2003, 11:12 PM

i really like the CD, i bought it a while ago and i've listened to it repetedly ever since. The guitar parts in most songs are very nice and smooth; the drums lines are not very complicated but somewhat appropriate. Songs i like on the album are: Ben Wah Balls, sometimes, romeo + rebecca, touchdown boy. This is IMO blinks 2nd best album (after dude ranch). I like the music very much, the vocals needed some work though. I recommend this album to any pop-punk fan out there and especially the blink 182 fans.

rating: 4.3/5

antooon · 11-22-2003, 05:37 PM

Well, I like the newer blink albums. but not this one. It sounds really crappy, but maby thats just cause someone stuffed my cd up his ***.
Seriuosly, it just sounds like they recorded it with a frickin Fisher-Price recorder. Perhaps its just my copy of the CD, but I sure as hell dont like it that way.

1/5

hahayourdead · 01-08-2004, 01:08 PM

it rox my sox, 1 of their best

brycey · 01-09-2004, 12:55 PM

i have heard a few songs on the album, and has inspired me to listen to blink 182 more. the best blink songs are from his album in my opinion.

sweboy · 01-09-2004, 02:13 PM

A really good cd, it ties with Dude Ranch for their best album. I wish they would have stayed this way...

dans107 · 01-13-2004, 08:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by antooon

Well, I like the newer blink albums. but not this one. It sounds really crappy, but maby thats just cause someone stuffed my cd up his ***.
Seriuosly, it just sounds like they recorded it with a frickin Fisher-Price recorder. Perhaps its just my copy of the CD, but I sure as hell dont like it that way.

1/5

Dude, they weren't overly famous then. They couldn't have afforded a particularly "done, dusted and polished" album. Anyway, it gives a great feel to the album.

I still prefer Dude Ranch to this album, but it's still really good. Although I still like Bink now, this was definately when they were at there best.

Dan

I play a squier · 03-12-2004, 09:25 PM

nice FA, i htink i will go listen to it right now

03-13-2004, 11:48 PM

This is my favourite blink album

rancidpunk · 03-14-2004, 02:10 PM

this is a really great album, i kinda like dude ranch a bit more though

guitarded_chuck · 03-14-2004, 02:20 PM

It is my favorite Blink album, and I love the crappy quality.

shrtstp182 · 03-23-2004, 07:54 PM

This is a great album however I think Dude Ranch is the best. Dude Rach has the same style and also much better vocals and clarity. Im not a fan of Enema and TOYPAJ but I do like their new album.

punkrockd00d · 03-23-2004, 08:00 PM

this album r0x out wit its **** out

punkrockd00d · 03-23-2004, 08:01 PM

bitch

Kif · 03-24-2004, 09:39 AM

The best Blink album ever. It's fast and feel good riffs alongside the slightly boring beats of the drum and original and hilarious lyrics make this an album every pop punker should listen to.

4.5/5 smileys

SilentScream28 · 04-21-2004, 08:44 PM

At first I hated it, but I stuck with it, and now I consider it pure genius. I got into Blink originally from Enema of the State (got it as a birthday present, didn't even know it existed), and it's inspired me to listen to more and more of their music.

RIPJoeStrummer · 04-22-2004, 09:44 AM

In my opinion it's their best, closely followed by Dude Ranch.

4/5

What_do_i_click? · 04-23-2004, 02:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by guitarded_chuck

It is my favorite Blink album, and I love the crappy quality.

ditto!

TheBouncingSoul · 04-23-2004, 07:36 PM

you forgot to review the song "toats and bananas". Its #11 i belive. itsa good tune and definalty one of the better blink albums.

RSDorr061591 · 04-24-2004, 11:37 AM

its a alright album, the best song is depends

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11-21-2003, 10:44 PM	#1
~~hybridofsound~~ Banned Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 8,431	(Pop-Punk) Blink 182 - Cheshire Cat Artist: Blink 182 Album: Cheshire Cat Tom DeLonge - Vocals, Guitar Mark Hoppus - Vocals, Bass Scott Raynor - Drums Released: Grilled Cheese (1994) Favourite Songs Carousel M&Ms TV Wasting Time Cheshire Cat was the first full length album from Blink 182. For many it's the best Blink album and was Blink in their prime before they 'sold out' however I will leave you to form an opinion, lets get to the music. Carousel - Right up to TOYPAJ Blink 182 has opened their albums with fantastic songs and on the first album it was no different. Though Carousel is slow to kick in (The intro is roughly 50 seconds) it's one of the best songs on the album. Lyrically it's something any teen can relate to and though Toms voice is skethchy in the music it's a song you can't help but like. M&Ms - This was the only song released as a single off Cheshire Cat. It opens with a guitar solo before Mark kicks in the verse. Alot of the songs on this record you can easily relate to as a teen and here you can connect with the lyrics really easily. Blink still manage to keep their immaturity on this song as ever 'My love life was getting so bland, there's only so many ways I can make love with my hand' Mark sings in a verse. Fentoozler - This song is a pretty good song. It's nothing that stands out on the album but it's still a cool song and the lyrics as a teen you can still connect to. Touchdown Boy - A song about the guy that gets all the girls. One of the songs I like the most on the album. Toms voice is a bit scratchy on this track but it's still a catchy song and has a good chorus where Mark harmonises with Tom and it works well. Strings - The verses are my favourite part of this song. It's got a nice tune to them and another good song lyrically. Chorus is a little boring. Peggy Sue - A good song but yet nothing special again. It's got a good melody though and is catchy. Sometimes - The fastest song on the record. A song about a girl and those perfect moments which you just want to last. It's over in 1 minute and 8 seconds. Does My Breath Smell - Well it starts off with a intro with Mark and Tom saying some weird things in the background and then it bursts into the verse. It's a fast song which is suprisingly strong. One of the better songs on the album. Cacophony - The whole pace of the record slows down here and it's a welcome break. The song however is a tad boring in the verses though the chorus's pick things up a little and lyrcially you can connect with the song. TV - One of the best Blink songs on the entire album. It's a funny song without refering to other peoples mothers or acts of sodemy. It's like Sometimes fast, catchy and short. Wasting Time - One of the best Blink songs ever. The lyrics are fantastic, the melodies are perfect and it's the song that any teenage guy can relate to. 'Sometimes I sit at home and wonder if shes sitting at home thinking of me and wondering if i'm sitting at home thinking about her.. or am I just wasting my time?' It's a lyric that not many could think of. Romeo And Rebecca - After a very slow intro the song finaly kicks in. Toms voice is pretty shaky again. It's a good song lyrically however it doesn't really get good until the chorus kicks in when the song speeds up. It goes from boring to a good song. Ben Wah Balls - I guess the word to describe this song is lol. It's a joke song talking about two people who meet, sleep together and realise the man is her father. One of the first joke Blink songs and one of the greatest. Just About Done - Um well... Wack I guess is the word for this song take a listen and you will understand. Completely random. Depends - Another joke song. It's catchy. It's a song about someone who can't control their bladder and their problems. So overall if you don't like Blinks immaturity this record certanely wont change your opinions but if you don't like the sound of Enema or TOYPAJ you might just enjoy this album. It's different to any Blink 182 album there is and though it doesn't break new ground it's still a great album and for any Blink fan it's a worthy purchase. Rating - 3.75/5

11-21-2003, 11:12 PM	#2
sting-ray sunset on Ibiza Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Canada Posts: 11,875	i really like the CD, i bought it a while ago and i've listened to it repetedly ever since. The guitar parts in most songs are very nice and smooth; the drums lines are not very complicated but somewhat appropriate. Songs i like on the album are: Ben Wah Balls, sometimes, romeo + rebecca, touchdown boy. This is IMO blinks 2nd best album (after dude ranch). I like the music very much, the vocals needed some work though. I recommend this album to any pop-punk fan out there and especially the blink 182 fans. rating: 4.3/5

11-22-2003, 05:37 PM	#3
antooon Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Sweden, Växjö Posts: 330	Well, I like the newer blink albums. but not this one. It sounds really crappy, but maby thats just cause someone stuffed my cd up his ***. Seriuosly, it just sounds like they recorded it with a frickin Fisher-Price recorder. Perhaps its just my copy of the CD, but I sure as hell dont like it that way. 1/5

01-08-2004, 01:08 PM	#4
hahayourdead Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: london Posts: 41	it rox my sox, 1 of their best

01-09-2004, 12:55 PM	#5
brycey "Fat Mike is God!" Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Scotland Posts: 10,254	i have heard a few songs on the album, and has inspired me to listen to blink 182 more. the best blink songs are from his album in my opinion.

01-09-2004, 02:13 PM	#6
sweboy Derep'd in the Pitotorium Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: In the wake! of existance Posts: 21,108	A really good cd, it ties with Dude Ranch for their best album. I wish they would have stayed this way...

03-12-2004, 09:25 PM	#8
I play a squier raf Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 435	nice FA, i htink i will go listen to it right now

03-13-2004, 11:48 PM	#9
Ganondorf Guest Posts: n/a	This is my favourite blink album

03-14-2004, 02:10 PM	#10
rancidpunk lol Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Toronto,Ontario Posts: 3,824	this is a really great album, i kinda like dude ranch a bit more though

03-14-2004, 02:20 PM	#11
guitarded_chuck no soup fo you Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Halifax, Canada Posts: 7,278	It is my favorite Blink album, and I love the crappy quality.
	Digging: The Flaming Lips - Embryonic

03-23-2004, 08:01 PM	#14
punkrockd00d ADF Bass/Vocals Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 364	bitch

03-23-2004, 07:54 PM	#12
shrtstp182 Gwitar player Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 85	This is a great album however I think Dude Ranch is the best. Dude Rach has the same style and also much better vocals and clarity. Im not a fan of Enema and TOYPAJ but I do like their new album.

03-23-2004, 08:00 PM	#13
punkrockd00d ADF Bass/Vocals Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 364	this album r0x out wit its **** out

03-24-2004, 09:39 AM	#15
Kif i dont need no damn title Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Lincoln, UK Posts: 34,789	The best Blink album ever. It's fast and feel good riffs alongside the slightly boring beats of the drum and original and hilarious lyrics make this an album every pop punker should listen to. 4.5/5 smileys

04-21-2004, 08:44 PM	#16
SilentScream28 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 1	At first I hated it, but I stuck with it, and now I consider it pure genius. I got into Blink originally from Enema of the State (got it as a birthday present, didn't even know it existed), and it's inspired me to listen to more and more of their music.

04-22-2004, 09:44 AM	#17
RIPJoeStrummer Money City Maniacs Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Halifax, NS Posts: 3,398	In my opinion it's their best, closely followed by Dude Ranch. 4/5

04-23-2004, 07:36 PM	#19
TheBouncingSoul #3 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Ohio Posts: 897	you forgot to review the song "toats and bananas". Its #11 i belive. itsa good tune and definalty one of the better blink albums.

04-24-2004, 11:37 AM	#20
RSDorr061591 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 13	its a alright album, the best song is depends