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band R5's second EP of the same name. It was released on February 19, 2013, digitally and physically with the rest of the EP's tracks and was later included on the band's debut full-length album '' Louder'' (2013) as the lead single.

Reception

Loud has received generally positive reviews from both fans and critics. ''Musichel'' stated that all four songs of the album are "contagious tunes that are sure to hook their listeners." Matt Collar from ''

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," and called the track very "infectious". ''ClevverTV'' talked about the music video, stating that "the vibe is just really upbeat". ''Fanlala'' stated that it is "one of the most fun music videos that

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Live performance

On July 7, 2013, "Loud" was performed for the first time in

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Music video

The official music video was revealed on R5's website and

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channel on February 22, 2013. It depicts the band going around downtown LA, followed by a group of friends and having a good time. It also features the band performing the song on a rooftop, overlooking the city, as the sun goes down because as the song states, "Shout it out from the rooftops,". A few clips of the band having a blast — like BMX and skateboarding, partying, playing instruments, defying gravity, jumping on trampolines, falling in love — can be seen as well. The video was shot at downtown LA and was directed by Ryder Bayliss.

Awards and nominations

Charts

Release history

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:I can't forget about you R5 (band) songs 2013 singles Hollywood Records singles 2013 songs Songs written by Emanuel Kiriakou Songs written by Lindy Robbins Songs written by Andrew Goldstein (musician) Songs written by E. Kidd Bogart