It was like a Time-Bomb set into Motion

I have to admit that when All Time Low released their first single for Dirty Work ('I Feel Like Dancin') I wasn't impressed. Being the ATL fan that I am, I bought a hard copy. At first, I was very disappointed with the entire album. However impressed I was with the quality of the audio, I was still upset with the content. My first thought was "WHAT DID INTERSCOPE DO TO THEM?!". Where was the crazy, partying, pop punks that I had been listening to for like 8 years?! Had they officially sold out?

My feelings slowly began to change as listened to the album more and more. I’ve actually grown to really like the new ATL. Songs like ‘Under a Paper Moon’ and 'That Girl' have become some of my favorite ALT songs, but not as much as 'Lullabies', 'Six Feet Under the Stars', 'Remembering Sunday', or 'Coffeeshop Soundtrack'.

My enjoyment of this album has increased since the release of Dirty Work the music videos. Yes they have changed from lowly pop punk band to a major label act, but at least they can still make fun of themselves like in the 'I Feel Like Dancin' video. I nearly wet myself from laughing so hard at their parodies and shameless product placement.

Then came the yesterday’s release of the video for 'Time-Bomb'. I HATED this song when it was released (simply because it wasn't the sound I was used to), but like the rest of the album I have grown to love it. The video only increased my feelings. The ALT meet Iron Man imagery put a big goofy grin on myself. If I’m not mistaken this it the first serious storyline the band has used in a music video. It even had a cameo by Vampire Diaries actress, Malese Jow (obviously a major label perk). It was awesome to see that they still represent the Glamour Kills. So I guess they haven’t strayed to far…

According to a tweet from bassist Jack Barakat, the band is currently writing new music, which has a hint of the old So Wrong It’s Right sound. I’m very excited to hear what ATL releases next. Hopefully we will see them again soon in the Minneapolis area, I’d love to hear the Dirty Work songs live!