The Wanted's self-titled debut American release is really an EP compilation of the singles from their first two European albums, The Wanted and Battleground. The EP contains the British-Irish boy band's five Top 5 UK and Scottish charting singles plus new single "Chasing the Sun" and new recording "Satellite," which is a highlight of the EP and just as par as the rest of the singles included. (The Special Edition also includes Top 30 UK and Scottish hits "Lose My Mind" and "Warzone," as well as Battleground cut "Rocket"). Needless to say, the album runs well and sounds really good, being a sample of all their singles (lucky Americans).The album is everything any modern dance-pop fan could want (that's why they're The Wanted): defined electronic beats with catchy pop songs designed for club play. The vocals are clear and strong, and nearly every instrument electronic with occasional piano colorings. The Wanted keeps the party hopping through every love-induced track but takes time to caress and cry out the still beat-driven ballad "Heart Vacancy." Really, there is not a whole lot to discover from the album. It's more a gesture of "catch up" to open doors in American markets.
Standout tracks include its new tracks: club-ready "Chasing the Sun" and dancehall-echoing "Satellite," though, let's face it, when pretty much every track is a single, each already stands out.
Would I recommend it? Yes. I liked this album. Like most boy bands, the audience pull will mostly be female, but any guy enjoying modern pop will like it too.
I give it 4 out of 5 stars.
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