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Goo Goo Dolls: Volume 2 By Heather Watt  |
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 Though The Goo Goo Dolls have not produced a new album since 2006, they have attempted to keep the excitement alive with a continuation of their greatest hits album. Volume 2 is a follow-up to Volume 1, released in November of last year, which was a compendium of The Goos' singles. These songs are present on Volume 2 in a bonus DVD (23 songs). I'm glad I listened to this album before buying it; I'm a Goo supporter but Volume 1 encapsulated their greatest hits with the exception of "Long Way Down," which can be heard on Volume 2.
The band, comprised of Johnny Rzeznik, Robby Takac, George Tutuska, and Mike Malinin, got its start in Buffalo, New York in 1986, and it has remained true to the city. Robby Takac personally founded the Music is Art foundation and festival in 2004, which donates musical instruments to schools to help students develop their musical talent.
As Volume 1 was essentially greatest hits, Volume 2 represents more classic Goos. True fans will appreciate Volume 2; if you like smooth, pop, radio-played Goo Goo Dolls you'll prefer Volume 1. However, with the bonus DVD you essentially get both album arrangements in one deal.
Released August 18 by Warner Bros. Records, the 22-track CD features two live tracks, one "new mix," and a demo of the hit "Iris," which is the worst track on the album, sadly. It makes you cringe after hearing the radio version for so many years. A close second ear-sore is "Torn Apart" with its repetitive lyrics that sound like "Joan of Arc" - thank God the song is short. The collection takes a good turn with "When You're Gone." The songs following it have more variety and are easier to listen to. "What a Scene" has a modern edge - songs are good up till "I Wanna Destroy You." The Goo Goo Dolls have 12 Top-10 hits, mostly from their material after 2000, so the screaming guitar and grunge rock does not jive with their current image.
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