If these songs aren't tailor made for today's all ages Top 40 radio, than I don't know what is. The Cab sound like a mixture between Panic at the Disco before they discovered The Beatles and the boy bands that these guys undoubtably listened to over recess kickball games. They don't just wear their influences on their sleeve, they have a bullhorn and shout them to the world. I have little doubt that The Cab are soon to be the new darlings of tweeners everybody, further lining the pockets of Pete Wentz.
The Whisper War is a pretty damn catchy album. There are plenty of hooks, and these guys know how to keep the listener interested. Granted, there is plenty of room to grow, as these songs are basic and predictable (not to mention more than a few cringeworthy moments), but The Cab are off to a good start. The piano playing of Alex Marshall does a lot of good for this band, adding some very interesting parts to listen to.
I'd like to see The Cab develop their own identity, but I don't quite see that happening. They are about to tap into a market with a lot of disposable income, and parents willing to do anything to make them happy. The fact that these songs are tolerable is a huge first step for this band, a step which will no doubt turn into a giant leap.
Written by: RF
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