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Count Me In is a four piece pop-punk band from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.  Their first debut EP was released November 14th, 2009 and is called Can’t Hide This with four tracks (and there is an additional track on their myspace).  Similar to most bands these days, they are using social networks such as myspace and twitter to gain a fan base outside of their hometown.  All of their hard work is paying off – not only are they reaching out to new fans each day, their debut EP is carefully crafted into a great piece of music.  Although they only have five songs, they are captivating from the beginning until the final notes.  They draw on personal experiences and you can feel the emotion while they are playing.  Most of their songs are about girls, but all still have their own individual sound.  They are also really sweet guys who will try and talk to every single one of their fans.  I just hope one day I can see them live, hear these songs performed on a stage and get to rock out with this band.

Drive All Night – The first song on the CD pulls you in immediately with its strong beats.  It is a fun, upbeat dancing song that demonstrates what it is like to be out on the road.  There is this feeling of being lost, but there is always that anchor, whether it is a person or an object, that keeps you grounded.  This song is a perfect introduction for new fans because it really shows off all of the individual band members’ talents.
Favorite Line: “so give it up princess, take it or leave it”
If I Were You (I’d Act Like Someone Else) – Once again there are distinct drum beats in the beginning of the song that draw the listener in.  Also, the song has a great guitar solo near the end of the song leading into the final chorus.  If there has ever been the questionable relationship in your life or a significant other that is just not trustworthy than this song is for you.  It is better to get rid of that person bringing you down than to hold onto an unhealthy relationship.  Although the song has a good message, there are far too many distracting whoas.
Favorite Line:  “Get it straight and don’t confuse fiction with fact”
Coming Home – After listening to the entire CD once, this was definitely my favorite song.  The catchy lyrics telling the listener how to read the person they want impress are simply entertaining.  It might just be worth it to go for that relationship than just site idly by and lose that opportunity.  I love the vocals and the guitar on this song.
Favorite line: “maybe you’re right, that I should give up the fight/ but something’s got me thinking that you gotta believe me”
Pack Your Bags – The final song on the CD is slowed down and a change from the others.  No CD would be complete without that cute song girls want written by their guy for them, and “Pack Your Bags” is that song.  He doesn’t want to lose that love and wants to get the girl back because she is the number one thought in his head.  The song itself is a little repetitive, but it picks up in the end and is adorable.
Favorite Line: “and ill stand my ground if it keeps you around”
Sing About You – Finally, this song is on their myspace.  At points the instrumentals overpower the vocals, but there is a nice breakdown near the end.  If someone is not right in your life than get away from them and search for something better.  It is going to be hard to let go, but in the end it will all get better.
Favorite Line: “cause every road you take is just a mistake to make”

Check out Count Me In on:
http://www.myspace.com/countmeinfl
http://twitter.com/countmeinfl