Tiger Army III: Ghost Tigers Rise CD

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 Tiger takes a step in a new direction.
Although I was at first leery of the changes apparent in the newest Tiger Army release, after a few listenings it quickly became a new favorite. This album exudes dark romance, which in this case is a wonderful thing. Nick's vocals tend to be smoother throughout, and rarely attain the screaming intensity of previous releases such as F.T.W. Again, though I originally was not quite certain the changes were advantageous I ultimately rank this as their best album yet.
Submitted by SpookyGunslinger (UT, USA) 
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 Not great, but good
I want to start off by saying that I’ve been anticipating this one since summer 2001, when Tiger Army released the excellent II: Power of Moonlight. With that said, I just want you guys to at least check the Army out. Tiger Army is classified as a psychobilly band, which is described as being a cross between rockabilly (think early Elvis) and “punk” rock (think Rancid). Their first two releases were hard, fast and loud reminiscent of early AFI mixed with a stand-up bass and rockabilly overture. With Ghost Tigers Rise, Tiger Army sways away from the hard rocking sound found previously on their prior albums. At first, this may be a huge let down for fans of those two records. But as all progress, and especially since Tiger Army is after all, a psychobilly band, a more rockabilly sounding album was expected. What wasn’t expected however was Nick 13’s weakening lyrics. On the past two albums, the lyrics were definitely more poetic and polished. Ghost Tigers Rise doesn’t have the same excellent prose Tiger Army fans have been accustomed to. Another let down is that the album contains two instrumental tracks. You can’t help but feel cheated out of a song. The drum work is weak but forgivable since Tiger Army hasn’t had a permanent percussionist for two consecutive releases. Minor gripes aside, the album as a whole, is very good. You’ll notice on the second track that Geoff Kresge has mastered how to play the stand-up bass. The slaps finally sound like a true rockabilly bass should sound. What makes Ghost Tigers shine is their newer sound which may or may not take getting used to. As stated previously, some songs, lyrically, are forgettable, but most are still up to par for Nick 13. Most inspiring are Wander Alone, Santa Carla Twilight, Rose of the Devil’s Garden, and Through the Darkness. Ghost Tigers Rise is a worthy successor to the bands previous efforts. It may take getting used to. For those who know Tiger Army, be informed. Ghost Tigers Rise is less AFI and more Johnny Cash.
Submitted by tp17tp17 (Chicago, IL, USA) 
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 the best albums put out by tiger army so far
Since I recieved this album,I can stop listening to it.Some songs are a little to punkish for me but still catchy."Through the Darkness","The Long Road" are the most traditional and clearly my favorites.Tiger Army is by far the best rockabilly band today.TIGER ARMY NEVER DIE.
Submitted by emprinter (south el monte,ca,usa) 
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 NEVER DIE!
Their best release! A little different from the previous 2, but give it a few listens and you will find out for yourself.
Submitted by Scott (Calgary, AB)
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 As If This Isn't Good
If you've heard from your friends that Ghost Tigers Rise is a slower-paced and far less intense album than TA's previous efforts, then they'd be right. But that doesn't at all stop it from being a great follow-up to Power Of Moonlite. The content here is amazing: Nick 13's vocals are smoother than ever and Geoff Kresge's stand-up bass work is blrilliant! Off the top of my head there definetely isn not a bad song on the album, stand out tracks include Wander Alone, Ghostfire, Rose Of The Devil's Garden, Atomic, oh f'uck it their all pretty much stand out tracks. Get it
Submitted by Nick14 (Sydney, Australia)
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