REVIEW - FOO FIGHTERS 'SAINT CECILIA' EP

Okay, so I completely understand that a music review probably doesn't sit all to great on a fashion or beauty blog, but I love the Foos, and this has to be done.

As I love the Foo Fighters with every inch of my heart, this may not be the unbiased review you would hope for when new music is released, but it will be honest.

Let's get down to business.

So, The Foo Fighters have just finished their world tour (which I was lucky enough to attend!) and how do they honour the end of a world tour? Release a free EP, of course.

The EP, (which i will mention again is FREE!) is titled 'Saint Cecilia' and was recorded in an impromptu studio in the Saint Cecilia Hotel in Austin. I would highly recommend that anyone who has an iTunes account downloads this, I mean it's not costing you a single penny, and the chances are that you will love it.

In usual Foo's style, the music is well put together, yet edgy. Its an EP that is rough around the edges, its sharp, it's loud, it's everything that you want in a Foo Fighters record. The lack of polish and the impromptu nature of this EP make it almost special and intimate to any Foo Fighters lover, new or old.

The first track, 'Saint Cecilia' is like a comfortable slipper. As soon as Chris Shiflett's catchy guitar riffs hit your ears, you know you're listening to a road tested, legendary band just simply do their thing. This track is wonderful, and it encapsulates the Foo's for me.

'Sean' is faster paced, and takes me back to the older, punk style the Foo's had years ago. It's nostalgic, it's like a journey through the history of the Foo Fighters for your ears. (I told you this wouldn't be biased whatsoever...haha!)

'Saviour Breath". Where do I start? Chris Shiflett's guitar playing in this is outstanding. Actually it's face melting. Grohl's voice is raspy, it's loud, and it's bloody brilliant.

The fourth track, 'Iron Rooster' is potentially my favourite. It's slow, it's got a country vibe about it that makes me feel like I could drive to this sound forever, the perfect driving song. It's Grohl exploring something complex in a manner so simple, and i'm still yet to fully understand this song. It's beautiful.

Finally, and last but most definitely not least, "A Neverending Sigh'. Oh my word. What a song. It literally demands your attention. Taylor Hawkins is incredible on the drums as usual, (After witnessing him drum live i'm forever convinced he is a robot with super speed arms) and the song feels familiar, yet it's completely new. It almost reminds me of All My Life. Epic, loud and anthemic.

This band is one that has proved the test of time. They give, (and give again. Sorry...) they they never fail to impress, and they definitely live up to their reputation as one of the biggest rock bands of all time. Award winning, legendary and a band full of history. This EP is definitely worth your time.

You can download the EP 'Saint Cecilia' from iTunes for free.