Three Fratellis Hits Come to Rock Band
Filed under: DLC News / Tags: the-fratellis, 2000s, alternative, artist-pack / 26 comments
If the words "Costello Music" make you think of that guy with the hornrim glasses who sang "Pump It Up," then we're sorry to say you're a little out of touch. It was also the title of the first album by Scottish pop sensations the Fratellis, which endeared them right away to all the Brit-pop obsessives we know (The album title doesn't reference Elvis, but a favorite studio in Glasgow).
But you probably know one song in our three-pack even if you've never heard of the band: "Flathead" was on a TV commercial two years ago—you know, that commercial for that little MP3-player device in your pocket—so we're betting that its singalong hook had lodged into your brain by now.
The three most killer cuts from that debut album can all be found in this week's package: "Henrietta" and "Creepin' Up the Backstairs" find the band in a slightly harder mood, full of quick-fire rhythms and cheeky British humor. The band now has a second album out, and moved up from clubs to theaters on its most recent tour. And while we still love our classic rock and our metal, this week's three-pack is especially for those of you who prefer giddy hooks, youthful exuberance and "Ba-dah bap, da-dah!"
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Comments
TheDarkOfDawn...
when are they coming to the wii???
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Chix Dig Scars...
Decided to pick this up on a whim....nice!
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Herd...
The drums in Creepin' Up The Backstairs are more fun than any song. The guitar is fun in all of them.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
foofighter18...
super hard vocals
Saturday, February 28, 2009
sijjazz...
Would have preferred "Chelsea Dagger" but will prob get "Henrietta"
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
pupsdaddy...
My first thought was "WHO?" I gave the previews a listen, took a chance, and got the three-pack.
WOW! Proof positive that a presence in Rock Band can lead directly to album sales, I picked up Costello Music and the new one (Here We Stand) today.
Not disappointed.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
dr_beat1...
Cool!! But I got a Wii, too.....
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Manmark11...
plz bring this to Wii!
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Vedicardi...
These are some great, catchy songs. Not just generic pop either, ala paramore. It's good stuff!
Friday, February 13, 2009
BomberJjr...
Ugh, why couldn't the Wii have been given new tracks THIS week? These are awesome tracks. I need them!
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Fobstar49...
This is worth my monies, methinks. Count me in, Harmonix!
Thursday, February 12, 2009
TheWretched99...
Holy crow, when are people going to realize that there is an entire forum AND a specific form on the site to suggest specific bands and songs instead of commenting about them. All commenting does on this page is get other users riled up that you're mentioning a band that goes against what they're mentioning and that everyone is just holding their hands on their rump hoping their wish is granted instead of GOING THROUGH THE RIGHT CHANNELS!!?
...and about the Fratelllis: nice. Not the tracks I had in mind, but nice to know that other people felt this fit somewhere in the very-wide, hit-or-miss spectrum of RB.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Goomba...
It's very frustrating to this WII owner to read about the new DLC announcements without being able to download them. When will we begin to have access on a regular basis?
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
skiff200...
get kings of leon on rockband asap!
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Karmeleaux...
Hey, I enjoyed all the Thin Lizzy songs last week, but I can hardly wait to get around to these (been busy with school so I don't have my Rock Band stuff with me). To me, these guys embody what I think the energy of Rock Band is, so it's great to see them in there.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Witticus...
I'm a huge fan of the fratellis! But I'm shocked they put them in rock band, it was definetly in my top 3 bands I never expected to be in here. But anyone who just enjoys having fun with their music with a tarton pop sound should give the songs a try, they're really fun!
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
HeavyHorse...
When I read "Ba-dah bap, da-dah", that actually reminded me of Betty Boop. You know...
"Boop-boop-de-d- oop!"-
Nonetheless, good to always have another band added.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
miliam05...
Wow how about we get real rock music on here like Breaking Benjamins or Ten Years.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
LRFarias...
More Heart, please.
And also something from REPUBLICA.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
charson...
I rather costello than those boring songs. But that is about this game, have all rock generes for all tastes. I am wondering when is going to be available more of rob zombie, static X and Godsmack. Or a slipknot song.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
illicit syn...
What a let down !!!
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
unknownpleasures...
Whilst not a massive fan of Fratellis, I think some more contemporary music from the more indie side of the rock spectrum is a good move. As much fun as it is to play a lot of the classic rock, sometimes its nice to just bash your way through something recent!
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
OMEGAKZ...
mmm??, what the hell is this?!?, I think this is the begining of the rupture between oldsters and current decade rock fans
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
arliet...
Hey i'm an old guy and I actually like Fall out Boy
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
cuklilla...
yes MUSE!!!
PLZ!!
IT WOULD BE GREAT!!!
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
kavonNOR...
YES! Finally Something Good!! The Fratellis Are Awesome!! I Love "Flathead" Ever Since The iPod Commercial!! Sounds Like A Very Fun Song To Play On Drums!! Will Definitely Be Buying!!
Please
MORE MUSE!! (Supermassive Black Hole)
MORE PARAMORE!! (Decode!!)
MORE TOKIO HOTEL!! (Scream!!, Break Away!!)
MORE PANIC AT THE DISCO!! (Lying Is The Most Fun A Girl Can Have Without Taking Her Clothes Off!!P
PLEASE HARMONIX!!
You've Given Enough Oldies...It's The Young Peoples Turn Please! (No Offense)
MORE FALL OUT BOY!!
Tuesday, February 10, 2009