Well it's about time there's artists like The Ting Tings being noticed in the mainstream. Before they came along I've given up on listening to the radio when all they play is from mindless Britney Spears to winy voice of My Chemical Romance. I'm beginning to wonder about the scouts and major labels that sign up these people. Have they given up on real talent and just decided to only label bands and singers that sound alike? Where the music is based on meaningless non-melodic sound of distorted guitars and shouting singers, maybe you can catch a word or two you can understand. They try so hard to be different and complicated but end up sounding the same as the rest. I had to rely on my old cd's of Depeche Mode, The Smiths, New Order. Love them but is there any other band or singers these days with the same passion and love for music out there besides Jem, Interpol, or Feist?

The Ting Tings was a breath of fresh air when I first heard them. Finally a band that stands out, catchy melodies, and simple tunes. It takes alot of talent to make it work and not sound it's missing something. From fun and danceble tracks of "That's not My Name", "Great DJ", to Kate's melodic and angelic voice in "Traffic Light". This is a feel good album to get.

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maung