Anchors Aweigh (2003) The Bouncing Souls stick to their Clash-by-way-of-Rancid template on the workmanlike Anchors Aweigh. Only "New Day," with its shifting dynamics and anthemic thrust, transcends the… The Bouncing Souls
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Anchors Aweigh (2003)

The Bouncing Souls
Reviewed by Jim Greer | Aug 22, 2003

Details Release Date: Aug 26, 2003; Lead Performance: The Bouncing Souls

The Bouncing Souls stick to their Clash-by-way-of-Rancid template on the workmanlike Anchors Aweigh. Only ''New Day,'' with its shifting dynamics and anthemic thrust, transcends the Souls' sometimes too-obvious dependence on their antecedents. While there's no dearth of energy or genuine feeling here, there's also no surfeit of imagination.

Originally posted Aug 22, 2003 Published in issue #724-725 Aug 22, 2003 Order article reprints