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A hit for OC fans - The OC Mix 5

November 19, 2005

By linking the conflict and characters together the soundtrack of a movie is vital to the plot, well the same goes for television shows such as "The OC". In each episode viewers are offered not only a surface view of the characters, but also a glimpse into the internal struggles that plague them. Music is the key element in creating this character depth by setting the right atmosphere and attitude.

The music of "The OC" is an essential part of the overall viewing pleasure enjoyed by audiences. November 8th marked the release of the fifth album in the Music from the OC Mix compilations. Three OC compilations and Have a Very Merry Chrismakikuh were released prior to the release of The OC Mix 5.

The OC Mix 5 contains 12 songs from various previous and upcoming episodes of "The OC". The mix is mostly a collection of indie-rock bands performing songs that are either new or familiar to listeners. As a loyal OC viewer I was surprised that I didn't recognize many of the songs featured on the album, however I was pleasantly surprised with the compilation.

The album is filled with angst-ridden songs, which are both well written and executed. The most familiar song on the album is "California 2005" by Phantom Planet. This song is a new, improved version of the popular OC theme song "California." Everyone has heard "California" so much that it has become a bit tired, but "California 2005" offers an interesting twist on an old favorite by adding a subdued tone to the song.

"Forever Young" by Youth Group may be a cover of Alphaville's "Forever Young," but the quality of this song well surpasses that of many other cover songs I've heard. Pop this song in while driving and you'll be singing along in no time.

My favorite song on the soundtrack is "Hide and Seek" by Imogen Heap. This song rounds out the album perfectly. It ties all of the songs in together with an emotional content that will leave you feeling vulnerable and dying to hear more.

Thanks to "The OC" many rising artists have been given the opportunity to create national exposure for their bands. As a result, fans have been flocking to stores to buy their albums.

"The fans have been incredibly responsive to the music on the show and many of them are buying records after hearing new bands on The OC," said Alexandra Patsavas, the album's music supervisor in a recent press release.

Overall the album is very well constructed, but a few of the songs are definite misses. If you love "The OC" then you'll definitely appreciate the latest soundtrack, however if you are just a casual fan than this might not be the album you. I suggest this album for any OC or indie-rock fans searching for new artists to delve into.

For more information about the OC Mix 5 or other albums in the Music from the OC Mix Series visit musicfromtheoc.com

Source: TheEastCarolinian.com