Guest Blogger: Marissa 1

One Republic, a band made up of all males from Colorado Springs, is bursting out through the U.S. Thanks to MySpace and their connection to Timbaland, One Republic is becoming popular and very well-known. One Republic’s type of music is different from many other bands these days; it’s a very pleasant uptown alternative pop. Their new album “Waking Up” is full of catchy vocals and irresistible instruments with a mini rock sound. Between the pop melodies and meaningful vocals the album evokes many emotions from misery to blissful; their variety interests many people of all ages. My favorite song on their album, “Waking Up”, is “Good Life”; it’s full of uplifting pop melodies and inspiring lyrics. Another one of their songs is “Secrets,” One republic took a different approach and it’s a slower melody that really shows their singing ability. “He's more optimistic on "Good Life," an uplifting pop gem complete with whistles and lighthearted marching drums,” says Kelsey Paine from billboard.com. I couldn’t agree more with her and other critics who also see all the talent and excitement in One Republic. One Republic and their music relate a lot to another alternative pop band, the Fray. Both bands are made up of all boys, with great vocals, and a distinctive beat and sound. One Republic also has similarities to U2 and Coldplay, which are all alternative pop bands made up of all boys. The bands you usually hear on the radio such as Maroon 5, Daughtry, or Black Eyed Peas are nothing like One Republic and there uplifting music. One Republic is just starting to become well-known, but in my opinion it is well worth your money and time to hear their amazing talents and inspirational vocals. Overall, the all male band One Republic is an extremely talented alternative pop band that uplifts people of all ages!