You Could Have It So Much Better by Franz Ferdinand (CD, Oct-2005, Epic USA)

Franz Ferdinand definitely makes it better the second time around. I wasn't much of a fan of their first album - but their second offering "You Could Have It So Much Better" proved to me that they have the staying power to be top of their game. Coming from the fame of their mega-hit 'Take Me Out', the album brings us the same retro-rock beats that they're famous for. The Franz sound, have more of the 50's and 60's feel in this album. Definitely still bringing out the same dancey upbeat tunes , you’ll find yourself trapped in a delightful time warp in Franz’s 13 song line-up. With 60s go-go inspired beats in ‘What You Meant’ to songs worthy of being in a Sean Connery James bond flick like ‘Walk Away’- Franz pumps out guitar riffs reminiscent of 60’s instrumental acts like the Shadows and the Ventures.

My favorite is ‘Do You Want To’ which is the first single to come out of their album. A fun song with quirky lyrics - “I woke up tonight and I said I’m gonna make somebody love me. I gonna make somebody love me. And now I know, I know that it’s you! You’re lucky, lucky. You’re so lucky!”. It kind of reminds me of Cake’s ‘Short Skirt and Long Jacket’ – because it’s one of those unique love songs that you’ll want to dedicate to someone you love that’ll make them laugh.

Retro, with a modern twist to it. Franz Ferdinand packs a punch with a solid second album that can’t miss.

amazing, from the beggining to the end, all songs are catchy and perfectly performed, worth every penny!!!

Franz Ferdinand returned after their first self-titled album to deliver more great music, melodies and fascinating lyrics.

This second offering from Franz Ferdinand is as good as or in some ways better than the debut. I myself am a great fan of these young men from Glasgow and their style of catchy, danceable rock tunes. A breath of fresh air on today's music scene. Highly recommended!

This is an excellent CD. I bought it because I liked the song they played on the radio. The songs that the commercial radio stations didn't play are the best.

CD in wonderful conditions, great communication, nothing to declare! This item was something that was looking for a while ago, so when i discovered it i had to buy it! An e-bayer to buy from again!

You Could Have It So Much Better is more songs in the same vein as their debut. The only two that break the mold are the Beatlesque sounds of Eleanor Put Your Boots On and Fade Together. This is a good solid album but not as refreshing as their first. 4 Stars.

Great kaliedascope of musical talent, witty songs and all out great tunes! If you like back-in-the-day band Beatles Franz Ferdinand are a new take on an old time favorite. Their talent is rich and developed and the songs on this album will keep you yearning for me...i actually bought this album before their new one and honestly i listen to this album way more than i do the newer one! so BUY THIS ALBUM!!!! :-D