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aoosterwyk's review
4.0
The artwork was fantastic and the story follows a band as they try to make it big, despite the fact that their singer is beyond horrible. They find a new one and things are looking up. Personal lives interfere, as they will, and personalities clash and blend.
I bought this thinking it would be good for my library, grades 6-12, and feel that may be too mature for the middle grades. Definitely YA!
I bought this thinking it would be good for my library, grades 6-12, and feel that may be too mature for the middle grades. Definitely YA!
rdyourbookcase's review
3.0
This wasn’t what I was expecting. I liked the art. The story was a bit strange, but in an interesting way. Overall, well done.
fishfish's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I’ve read this book once before when I was first getting into graphic novels. It didn’t really stick with me since I wasn’t used to comics with larger amounts of text in speech bubbles. But this time I really enjoyed it since I’ve had more time with that. Though I still find the idea of portraying music through graphic novels to be somewhat confusing as it’s an entirely visual medium.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Gore and Sexual content
Minor: Racism
sevensorrows's review
5.0
Great read if you have been in a band before...band problems, girlfriend problems, new members, insecurities, bears drummer and monsters? This graphic novel has it all.
Great twists that you don't see coming.
Cool twist on the power of music.
Easy, fun read. Throw up a metal playlist and start reading!
Great twists that you don't see coming.
Cool twist on the power of music.
Easy, fun read. Throw up a metal playlist and start reading!
brittanybarnard's review
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
opticflow's review
5.0
This book is gorgeous. Every page, every panel, every color. Just GORGEOUS.
Other things I liked:
The main character is a talented/clueless bro, but the other characters call him on his shit. He comes around a bit, but still doesn't get the girl in the end. He's got work to do.
Everything about Bear the drummer. Best facial expressions, inside jokes, his ipod full of pop music. That other band's badger drummer is also totally fierce.
Old beardy's hippie music mysticism. Everybody knows somebody who claims to have been at the most important music event of all time. This guy might actually be telling the truth? He's casually 500 years old, and is attuned to things no one else knows. No biggie.
That ending is full force crazy. Instead of detracting a star for not knowing what exactly happened there, I'm going to give this book a 6th star for having the delivery guy roll up on his scooter and slice up monsters with a pizza wheel. HELL YES. I laughed, I cried. So great. I will read it again, and probably buy two copies.
Other things I liked:
The main character is a talented/clueless bro, but the other characters call him on his shit. He comes around a bit, but still doesn't get the girl in the end. He's got work to do.
Everything about Bear the drummer. Best facial expressions, inside jokes, his ipod full of pop music. That other band's badger drummer is also totally fierce.
Old beardy's hippie music mysticism. Everybody knows somebody who claims to have been at the most important music event of all time. This guy might actually be telling the truth? He's casually 500 years old, and is attuned to things no one else knows. No biggie.
That ending is full force crazy. Instead of detracting a star for not knowing what exactly happened there, I'm going to give this book a 6th star for having the delivery guy roll up on his scooter and slice up monsters with a pizza wheel. HELL YES. I laughed, I cried. So great. I will read it again, and probably buy two copies.
readingrobin's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Sing No Evil's commitment to the metal aesthetic is what makes this comic stand out among other musically influenced graphic novels. I was already familiar with J.P. Ahonen, being a fan of his Belzebubs series, so I knew going in that I would love the art style. The characters are wonderfully expressive and the humor really comes out in their reactions, though my favorite bits are when the band really "gets into the zone" during their performances. There is a polished quality to the art, very clean and neat linework with a down to earth color palette. The colors get you into the mood for a fall read, perfect for the darker undertones of the story.
Speaking of, it almost seems like there are two plots constantly conflicting in the narrative, one about a band that is struggling to find their audience while dealing with issues from their interpersonal relationships, and the other about nefarious cannibalistic monsters brainwashing music lovers through possibly satanic jams. The two rarely meet harmoniously in the middle, with the latter plot only really taking hold until the last third of the comic, which is in desperate need for a weighty climax. I would have loved some more hints of the antagonists spread out throughout the story, just to make it more even.
I think what the comic does exceptionally well is showcasing the feeling of you're going absolutely nowhere, that there's something keeping you from being on the hinges of success and your relationships start going by the wayside because of it. It's a scary spiral, one that Aksel feels especially prone to. The character dynamics sell this aspect, as we see friendships become strained and loved ones go by the wayside all in the pursuit of a dream that may go unrealized. It's a hefty price, but it's not that always has to be paid.
Speaking of, it almost seems like there are two plots constantly conflicting in the narrative, one about a band that is struggling to find their audience while dealing with issues from their interpersonal relationships, and the other about nefarious cannibalistic monsters brainwashing music lovers through possibly satanic jams. The two rarely meet harmoniously in the middle, with the latter plot only really taking hold until the last third of the comic, which is in desperate need for a weighty climax. I would have loved some more hints of the antagonists spread out throughout the story, just to make it more even.
I think what the comic does exceptionally well is showcasing the feeling of you're going absolutely nowhere, that there's something keeping you from being on the hinges of success and your relationships start going by the wayside because of it. It's a scary spiral, one that Aksel feels especially prone to. The character dynamics sell this aspect, as we see friendships become strained and loved ones go by the wayside all in the pursuit of a dream that may go unrealized. It's a hefty price, but it's not that always has to be paid.
whitecat5000's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
medium-paced
3.0
Interesting, but a bit too weird for me.