Satellite
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The multi-hyphenated (rap-metal-hip-hop-reggae) foursome P.O.D. enjoyed indie success as a popular Christian metal band before their 1999 major-label debut, The Fundamental Elements of Southtown, sold platinum, establishing P.O.D. as a secular sensation. Featuring the soaring single "Alive," the San Diego quartet's sophomore effort, Satellite, is even more a part of the nu-metal mainstream than its predecessor. Throughout, front man Sonny is more rapper than singer, especially on rhythmically forward, Rage Against the Machine-like songs such as "Boom," "Masterpiece Conspiracy," and the melodic yet mosh-worthy "The Messenjah." With positive, spiritual, and personal lyrics (several songs, including the title track, were influenced by the death of Sonny's mother), Satellite runs the gamut from lilting to intensely aggro, often within one song. In a nod to P.O.D.'s influences, special guests include Jamaican icon Eek-A-Mouse on "Ridiculous" and Bad Brains legend HR on "Without Jah, Nothin'." This cool reggae, meshed with offbeat punk power, is placed alongside mellower midtempo rockers, including "Ghetto," to round out a varied and stellar album. --Katherine Turman ... Read more

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Pretty good stuff
Okay, here's a little of what I think:
1. Set It Off- great way to start off the CD
2. Alive- Great song when it came out, but in my opinion, it was overplayed which ruined it for me
3. Boom- another great song- probably one of my favorites
4. Youth of the Nation- good song- about the school shootings
5. Celestial- eh, it's okay- no vocals though
6. Satellite- yet another great song
7. Ridiculous- kinda weird song, but not bad
8. The Messenjah- nice stuff
9. Guitarras de Amor- another song without vocals, definitely not one of my favorites
10. Anything Right- Wicked sweet song
11. Ghetto- slower song, but good
12. Masterpiece Conspiracy- Can't help but love it
13. Without Jah, Nothing- I really didn't like this song at all!
14. Thinking About Forever- another slower song, but still good
15. Portrait- not too bad
Overall, I'd say if you've heard and liked some of the songs off of this CD to give it a try, not the absolute best, but it's some wicked sweet stuff!

a 4.5 star album
Well this is not a perfect album it is still a very good one. I remember buying this cd when it first came out and listening to it on the ride back home. Nothing but good stuff here. They mix it up a lot from rap, rock, and reggae. Mixing genres makes it a better album to listen to and it kept me coming back for more.
Set it Off - 5/5 was blown away when i first heard this track
Alive - 3/5 got old quick
Boom - 5/5 one of my favorite tracks for a long time
Youth of the Nation - 5/5 never gets old, one of top 3 p.o.d. tracks ever
Celestial - a cool interlude type deal
Satellite - 4/5 an alright track - took a while to grow on me
Ridiculous - 3.5/5 ok song but nothing memorable
Messenjah - 5/5 one of the harder songs on the cd and one of the better also
Guittarras de Amor - another interlude - i don't mind these things
Anything Right - 4/5 another good song but nothing that hasn't been done before
Ghetto - 5/5 one of the best, divided into two parts
Masterpiece Conspiracy - 4/5 alright but again nothing memorable
Without Jah, Nothing - 5/5 dont know if it deserves a 5 but deserves it for mixing it up - got the reggae thing going here and a lot of speed
Thinking About Forever - 4/5 slow but cool song
Portrait - 5/5 wow

if you don't have this cd i'd strongly recommend you go out and get it. It spent a lot of time in my cd player - and a lot of good times
peace

best rock, nu metal or whatever album of 2001
just amazing, but even better if you get the special edition with dvd,almost every song is amazing, rocking, reaggin', going crazy, hip hoping, .... lots of popular songs as alive, youth of the nation, satellite or boom, the rest is even better...
sa sa sa satelite! ... Read more

Asin: B00005MB1I

The Fundamental Elements of Southtown
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With their aggro music, tattoos, piercings, and dreadlocks, P.O.D. (Payable on Death) might be conveniently filed next to Deftones or Rage Against the Machine. However, like U2, whose "Bullet the Blue Sky" they cover, P.O.D. are actually a Christian-based rock band, though not overtly religious enough to scare nonbelieving music fans away. This multiethnic quartet from the Southtown area of San Diego purveys an amalgam of modern music; elements of rap, metal, reggae, and hip-hop permeate this 16-track debut. P.O.D. doesn't bring much new to their hybrid style on The Fundamental Elements of Southtown, but what they do, they do well. From the gentle, reggae-tinged "Set Your Eyes to Zion" to the heavy grind of "Hollywood" and the rap-metal of "Lie Down," P.O.D.'s diverse and rockin' musical messages of positivism should make the foursome, already well known on the Christian rock circuit, a band to reckon with in secular circles. --Katherine Turman ... Read more

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They're getting better..............
This CD has definitely improved from 1994's "Snuff The Punk," but they still could've tuned the guitar better and stuff like that. If you listen to their latest CD "Payable on Death," you'll realize how evolved, and better they've become. Here's my song rating (Songs marked with a * were released as a single):

1) Geetings: 9/10
2) Hollywood: 2/10
3) Southtown*: 10/10
4) Checkin' Levels: 10/10
5) Rock The Party (Off The Hook)*: 9/10
6) Lie Down: 8/10
7) Set Your Eyes To Zion: 7/10
8) Lo Siento: 7/10
9) Bullet The Blue Sky: 9/10
10) Psalm 150: 6/10
11) Image: 10/10
12) Shouts: 7/10
13) Tribal: 6/10
14) Freestyle: 10/10
15) Follow Me: 8/10
16) Outcast: 1/10

In Total - 119/160=74% - If you're looking for a P.O.D. album, I really wouldn't recommend this unless you already have "Satellite" and "Payable on Death" and you only need this one, "Snuff The Punk" and "Brown," then buy this. $12.99

SOUTHTOWN ROCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This hardcore CD is awesome!!! You can start anywhere from Hollywood or Southtown ( my favorite P.O.D. song ) to Rock the Party (off the hook) And Lie Down to Follow Me to Outkast. These christians have clean content in ALL their CDs.here is a review of the songs.

#1. Greetings-this is a wierd intro and short too but, hey its pod 8/10

#2. Hollywood-this heavy rock song has awesome guitar definently a CD highlight. 10/10

#3. Southtown-This is the BEST song on the album and should get the CD JUST for this one little song.it easily deserves an 11/10

#4. Checkin' Levels- this song is pretty funny and short,but has good lyrics. 8/10

#5. Rock The PARTY(Off The Hook)- this is a pretty cool song and easily gets a 9/10

#6. LIE DOwn- this song has a lot of screaming but you can understand him fairly well and it is pretty repetative in the begining but gets a rating of 9/10

#7. Set Your Eyes To Zion- JAH JAH people ride on. this is one of their softer songs but respectivly gets an 8/10

#8. Lo Siento- this song is mostly soft music 3/10

#9. Bullet The Blue Sky- this song has a bit of understandable screaming with rock an gets 7/10

#10. Psalm 150-ahyamaoo deamoo naayah woooah what is that! that is what the song is like, at least it's short 1/10

#11. Image- this is the knowledge that i bring,universal, worldwide culture- yep this song is pretty good 8/10

#12. Shouts- You can guess what kinda song this is, but really this song isn't that great 3/10

#13. Tribal- this song one of the better on the album. 7/10

#14. Freestyle- this song ROCKS this song has some rap with the rock. 9/10

#15.Follow Me- NOW THIS IS A GOOD SONG. 9/10

#16. Outkast- This song is over nine minutes and that includes about two min. of silence in the middle and the last half nothing but drums and guitar. 8/10

I know i rated a few songs pretty low but the others make up for it and BEYOND!!!!!! need i say more????????????????????

P.O.D.'s Best!!
When I was 14 I was looking for heavier music and I had heard P.O.D. was the hot band to watch and so I did for a while and when I got ahold of Fundamentals I was AMAZED! The effort the passion THIS CD IS RAW!! I LOVE RAW!! When you hear any of this live your amazed that it sounds so good! Awesome bass, guiter, and the drums rock. Sonny does a nice job of singing/screaming. The only thing not likeable on this cd is those stupid little intros the only cool one is Pslam 150 I thought it was descent. The best tracks on this cd are 2,3,5,6,7(its not to bad),13,14(ya not to bad),15(love the lyrics),and 16 This is in my opinion one of P.O.D.'s best songs ever written and played live! Now that I'm almost 17 and this is still one of my fav cds all time to play on my stearo! Note: This cd is best heard LOUD!! So crank it up when you buy this! Get this rockin cd today!! If you liked the self-titled cd then you'll love this one! P.O.D. out did themselves on this cd! ... Read more

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Brown
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'Brown' doesn't match other P.O.D. cds. . .
This cd is an alright purchase, although it sounds like a differant group other than P.O.D. In their other albums, they sound like a rock/metal/reaggae group. In this album, they're a funk/punk/reggae group. It doesn't sound as good.
Like, the entire album sounds like Sonny is singing through a radio, and Traa, Marcos and Wuv are playing instruments around this singing radio. His voice sounds distant, and like I said, like it's playing through a second speaker or something. Other people have confirmed this, so I know it's not just my radio. Now I don't necessarily find that bad - actually it would sound pretty cool if they pulled it off right. Unfortunately, they didn't.

Now this is my personal opinion, but P.O.D. sounded better as a rock/metal group, with a little reggae mixed in. Not ALL reggae, with a lot of funk and punk. There are two good songs on this cd, 'Know Me' and 'Visions'. Those are the two best and HARDEST songs on the album. Several songs are okay too, like 'Selah' and 'Breathe Babylon'. But this cd is not nearly as good as 'Satellite', 'The Fundamental Elements of Southtown', or even 'Payable on Death'. It just isn't P.O.D. I'm glad they changed their sound before doing THIS junk all time. This music is not completely bad, but it could have been better.

I wouldn't recommend this cd if you have just heard about P.O.D. and would like to sample them. I REPEAT - DO NOT BUY THIS CD IF YOU ARE JUST NEWLY INTERESTED IN P.O.D., BUT HAVE NOT HEARD THEIR STUFF YET. IT WILL SCARE YOU AWAAAYYY. . .
If that is your case, then I would recommend you try 'Satellite', or 'The Fundamental Elements of Southtown'. Those albums are true P.O.D.
I would only recommend this album to die-hard Warriors or reggae-styled music fans (nothing personal against your music, reggae fans, but it's just not me!).
If you are one of the following:
-Heavy Metal/ Hard Rock fan
-New P.O.D. fan (you're not ready!)
-Interested in P.O.D.
Then do not purchase this album. . .yet. I would, however, recommend this album to one of the following:
-Die hard P.O.D fan
-Reggae fan
-Funk fan
If you are one of these, than this cd is for you! If not, then go and get some of P.O.D.'s other, better, cd's, and come back to this one later.

EASILY THE BEST P.O.D. ALBUM EVER
This CD is easily POD'S best. i didn't really like their newer albums ("satellite", "payable on death") but this album is worth the money. it's got all kinds of music on it,there's punk ("punks rock") rap ("breathe babylon") Funk ("Funk Jam") Reggae ("Reggae jam") and all the rest are heavy metal. what really adds texture to the CD is traa's bass.he slaps that thing like crazy (for example,"full color") well,here's my review song-by-song

1.Intro 2/5
2.Know Me 5/5
3.Selah 4/5
4.Visions 3/5
5.Brown 3/5
6.One day 4/5
7.punks rock 5/5
8.Breathe Babylon 3/5
9.Funk Jam 5/5
10.Preach 5/5
11.Reggae Jam 5/5
12.Full Color 5/5
13.Seeking The Wise 2/5
14.Live And Die 1/5
15.Outro 5/5

The Best Songs Are:
Know Me
Punks Rock
Funk Jam
Preach
Reggae Jam
Full Color
Outro

Come on Sonny!!
I'm only 12, but i've been growing up with all sorts of metal/rock. Including Mettalica, MegaDeath, Rage Against the Machine, and of course, our beloved P.O.D. I've heard all of their albumns, except Brown, that is until a few months ago. Sadly, I've listened to this albumn over and over trying to find an exceptional song, but failed. This CD was unexceptable, however, if you are a die hard P.O.D fan, (as I am), dont hesitate to buy this CD, as we all Souljahs must stick together. ... Read more

Asin: B00004W5HZ
Sales Rank: 70031

Snuff the Punk
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Audio CD (02 May, 2000)
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Before San Diego-bred P.O.D. (Payable on Death) landed on a major label in 1998, they were successful indie recording artists. In fact, their Atlantic debut, 1999's Fundamental Elements of Southtown is actually the lineup's fifth album since forming in 1992. And Snuff the Punk was their debut, a heretofore out of print effort now rereleased, remastered and remixed, with new graphics as well. P.O.D. had a strong following in Christian music circles before crossing over with Southtown, and Snuff the Punk shows why. Vaguely progressive thrashy metal with lots of funky rhythms and major hardcore rap influences, the time changes and aggressive musicality of this raw CD, originally released in 1993, is timely in 2000 and beyond. And despite the many religious references, open-minded secular music fans should be able to listen and groove to the positive, heavy tunes that populate Snuff the Punk (the punk being the devil) without feeling preached to. Still, with blatant lyrics such as "abortion is murder," on the "hidden" final track, "Murder," it's very clear where the band is coming from. Snuff the Punk is a winner for Christian heavy music fans. But if you're not a religious type but can mosh to the speedy punk vibe of "Can You Feel It?" and embrace singerSonny praising God in "Run" ("you're the one who rescued me"), then this debut is a secular success as well. --Katherine Turman ... Read more

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Old School P.O.D Proves Strong
I have four POD albums and this one is the best. This is a great album, more colorful than Brown, with awesome messages. The best songs are Let The Music Do The Talking, Draw The Line, and Snuff The Punk; but the whole CD is good. The songs are hard-edged with a sort of garage feel to them. I would to also like to note I agree whole-heartedly with whats being said on the hidden song. Snuff The Punk, PODs first album is a must have and still remains their best.(The artwork on the cover is awesome!)

Young P.O.D.
I have been a fan of P.O.D.'s since this album ORIGINALLY was released. I own all the albums they have released (originals and re-releases, like this one). This album was released on Rescue Records, the independent hardcore and hip-hop record company founded by Noah Bernardo Sr, the father of Noah Bernardo Jr., who is more commonly known as Wuv, the drummer of P.O.D.

This re-release of Snuff The Punk sounds much better than the original release, thanks to being re-mixed. Other than the improvement of sound quality, what we have here is a hard-hitting, rap-metal indie debut from a young and immature local San Diego band. The lyrics are aggressively spiritual; the music is classic speed metal with a lot of funk saturated throughout (much like the sound of thrash-funk pioneers Infectious Grooves). And the vocals jump between speed-metal screaming and gangster rap hip-hop.

If you are a "fan" of P.O.D., then this album is a good listen. Mostly to see where they came from and how they evolved into their current, amazing sound. If you are not a "fan" of P.O.D., but rather are just a fan of the P.O.D. songs that are currently played on the radio and MTV, you may not care for this album. Snuff the Punk is best admired as a P.O.D. history lesson. Of course, if you want to focus on the spiritual aspect of P.O.D., this album contains the boldest and most direct declarations of P.O.D.'s Christian faith than of any of their albums. If you want to focus on the beauty of P.O.D.'s artistic musical abilities and imagination, this album does not match up whatsoever to the extensive artistic sound we hear on The Fundamental Elements of Southtown and Satellite.

As for me, I am a long time P.O.D. fan and have this album in both its original release and this re-release. I would not consider myself a P.O.D. fan without this album in my collection. But the bottom line is that this is just a basic, simple, average debut album by the band who would later grow up to be one of the most talented hard-music bands in America (and maybe the rest of the world once Satellite is released overseas).

NOT A REVIEW, BUT A CORRECTION OF SOMEONE ELSE'S. . .
I have been reading the reviews on this cd, because I am very interested in buying it. When I came across this one review that was mostly just a review of P.O.D. itself. Thr reviewer claimed that they had good music, but also implied that they used swear words in their music. I am here to defend them on that point. So, all you christian readers, pleeeasse don't be scared away. Because they DO NOT use any foul words. Just keep reading. . .

One point he made was that in the song 'What is Right', on the record 'Snuff the Punk', Sonny sings "Talking that (what?)". Know what the word was? TRASH. It wasn't anything dirty. It was TRASH. Trust me, I've listened very closely to the music clip.
And the reviewer also said that in 'Rock the Party' of 'The Fundamental Elements of Southtown', Sonny sings ". . .punk - (what?). . ." I own that album, and I've listened to that song many, many times. I've also read the lyrics inside the album pamphlet. They never even say the word 'punk'. To read the whole song, copied word for word from the pamphlet, go to the end of my 'review'.
Another questionable one that I've heard of was in the song 'Boom', on the album 'Satellite'. I own that cd, too. The verse supposedly goes, "I never knew that a kid like me could take his mic around the world and flash his big (a-word)."
Nope. It in fact goes "I never knew that a kid like me could take his mic around the world and flash the big S.D." I actually don't know what S.D. stands for (san diego, maybe, where they came from?).
P.O.D. has never once said a foul word in any of their songs. In fact, just the opposite. They always sing about chritian morals and themes, and even make many referances to 'Jah' and 'Father'. So please, don't let one confused reviewer scare you off from possibly some of the best music you will ever hear (with CLEAN lyrics).

"ROCK THE PARTY" (off the hook)

'We came here to rock this jam - spread HIS love is the master plan. Let this light ignite like a spark - everybody in the party knows who we are. You gotta' get down, dance around, floss your style - P.O.D., guarantee, make it worth your while. Bad vibes, leave 'em at the door - soulcheck'n, housewreck'n, keep 'em begging for more. WE CAME TO ROCK THE PARTY ALL NIGHT LONG - SO PARTY PEOPLE WON'T YA' SING THAT SONG. WE CAME TO ROCK THE PARTY ALL NIGHT LONG - AND KEEP IT LIVE 'TILL THE BREAK OF DAWN. Hey dj won't ya' play that song - and we'll keep dancin' 'till the break of dawn. Keep it live like the way it should - ain't nobody gettin' crazy so you know it's all good. B-boys, fly-girls one time - friend of yours is a friend of mine. Don't bother stopping 'till this jam is through - if you been here before than you know how we do. (MAIN CHORUS)
We gotz to say what we feel - then i can say came real. Don't wanna be caught messin' around - cuz a party ain't a party when it gets shut down (repeat: shut down, shut down). Off the hook with the cutz, that's right - feelin' loose cuz it sounds so tight. Rock da' spot 'till the very end - make sure that you're there when we do it again. (MAIN CHORUS) ... Read more

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Fireproof (Bonus DVD)
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It's amazing what gathering healthy record company resources can do for good music. As evidenced with the first incantation of Fireproof, a band can work hard as an independent and release a quality product only to see it reach a relative few ears. With MCA behind them, Midwestern metalheads Pillar have re-released Fireproof with improved production and mixing and a final product as good as anything on the market. Even though the stylistic references to Limp Bizkit ("Light at My Feet"), P.O.D. ("Fireproof"), and Linkin Park ("Echelon") are frequent, they strike out enough of their own turf with a rock-solid rhythm from bassist Kalel and tastefully sharp guitar licks from Noah Henson. Singer Rob Beckley carries the vocal intensity and range to match his bandmates' raw power. He's also down with the bass-heavy groove as you'll hear on "Stay Up," a rapid-fire duet with rapper KJ-52. With Fireproof, Pillar rises to the forefront of today's best Christian rock bands. Isn't it funny how a new suit of clothes can make the man, or in this case, the band? --Michael Lyttle ... Read more

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Pillar rocks my face off
Fireproof is my favorite CD of all time. A Shame, Just to Get By, Hindsight, Indivisible, Echelon, Fireproof, and Further From Myself are my favorites. If I have to pick one favorite, I'll go with "A Shame." The whole album is solid though. There is not a single song that I don't like. Here is a track for track review that I found on Pillar's website: FIREPROOF showcases Pillar's self-confidence, moving effortlessly between extremes of rock and trip-hop. The bursting title track (offered in two remixed versions) is an anthemic mission statement, while "Behind Closed Doors," with its exhortation to choose truth over comfortable self-deception, establishes Rob's rapping fluency. "A Shame" is a portrait of an intimate conversation about faith, so radically redesigned in its remixed version, it's almost a new song. "We changed the guitar, drum and bass so much," says Rob, "it's absolutely night-and-day different, and for the better." "Echelon" is a hip-hop battle cry, with Noah Henson's guitar ratcheting up the tension, while the autobiographical "Hindsight" offers a brutally honest assessment of the past and an enduringly hopeful take on the future. Notes Rob, "There are a lot of people out there saying 'Don't do this or that,' but how can you tell kids that, when you know nothing about it? You gotta tell them why. Someone who's been there knows." "Light At My Feet" multi-tasks as a subtly jazz-influenced yet highly melodic rocker, and on the frenetic "Stay Up," Florida mc KJ-52 joins in as a perfect counter-rapper to Rob. "Epidemic" and "Just To Get By" are equally potent tracks, each pummeling a world gone mad. The album's most overtly political track, "Indivisible," conveys a message of enduring pride in America, and the ballad "Further From Myself" certifies Rob's visionary skill as a lyricist, linking a loss of ego with the journey to the center of faith and understanding. I especially like the lyrics to Indivisible, where Rob raps "Stop complaining move along / Open your eyes and see what's going on / We need to get back to the ways of the days of old / One nation under God indivisible." After that Pillar starts yelling "In God We Trust," which is "the motto of this greatest nation." Pillar is an amazing Christian hard rock band. I think all of the remixes are better (especially on "Echelon" and "Just to Get By"). The DVD is a great addition to this CD, although the concert clips don't capture their amazing live show. These guys put on an awesome show - trust me. If you like rock music, and you haven't listened to these guys, you are missing out. Also, their new killer single "Bring Me Down," (on their next album) hit rock radio on March 26th 2004. The song is off the hook. Pillar just keeps getting better and better. Be sure to check out their new CD, "Where Do We Go From Here," coming out June 15th 2004. I think these guys are the next big thing. If their next CD is as good as Fireproof, watch out. So where will they go from here? Who knows? One thing that is for sure -- these guys show a lot of potential in "Fireproof." It will be interesting to see.

Pillar Fireproof remix
I am a huge fan of Pillar, so when I heard that they released a remix of their Fireproof album I immediately bought it. Now I am not so sure I should have. I am afraid that I am somewhat dissapointed by this cd. I noticed very few changes to the songs, but the changes are there though, even if it might only be a few extra words here and there. The biggest difference is that they changed the order that the songs play in. And as for the dvd, it is just ok. The quality of their music during the concerts they show you is really poor. If I had heard them in a concert I would have never bought their cds. The interview type thing on it isnt too bad, but to put it frankly I feel that I wasted some hard earned money on this cd. Don't get me wrong, I love Pillar and I still think this cd is great, but if you are short of cash you might not want to buy this one unless you are a hard-core fan. Oh ya, on the bright side their new cover is pretty cool, so is the symbol on the cd and dvd.

LET ME HERE YOUR BATTLECRY TONIGHT!!
I stumbled onto Pillar when Fireproof was first released on Flicker records. I was completely blown away, I had thought the whole rap-core thing was tired and worn out...These guys where just flat out better than anything I had ever heard....now with the release of Where Do We Go From Here, Pillar has matured even further evolving into a solid metal band. Leaving the rap-core to a minimum and proving that they are more than just another rock/rap band. Bravo!!! ... Read more

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Wonder What's Next
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Chevelle’s haunting, booming, and vitriolic sophomore release opens with a song about three brothers called "Family System" Given that the three Loeffler brothers comprise Chevelle, it's easy to imagine the source of the song. Singer/guitarist Pete, drummer Sam, and bassist Joe have an intuitive gift for melding melody and intense, brutal passion in a manner that recalls at various times Live, Taproot, and Tool. From the brutal plea of the dynamic "Forfeit" to the bombast of"An Evening with El Diablo," Chevelle’s earnest, less then groundbreaking modern rock captures an intensity that almost makes up for a sometimes cookie-cutter musical vibe. --Katherine Turman ... Read more

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Genius
I had only heard the name Chevelle hear and there and had never heard them until awhile ago. I heard Closure on the radio and decided to buy the CD. I was totally satisfied. It was worth every penny. I love songs 1,2,3,4,5,7,10, and 11.
1. Family System: Hard rock song. 10/10
2. Comfortable Liar: Great all around song to listen to. 10/10
3. Send the Pain Below: Good song, but I dont think it deserves all the credit it got. 9/10
4. Closure: Awesome. The perfect balance of screaming and distortion. 10/10
5. The Red: I absolutely love this song. It is the best song ever. 10/10
6. Wonder What's Next: Eh...okay, I guess. 6/10
7. Don't Fake This: I love the chorus and verse. 10/10
8. Forfeit: Pretty good song, but I don't like how it stops before the chorus. 7/10
9. Grab Thy Hand: Okay song. 8/10
10. An Evening With El Diablo: Awesome song. 10/10
11. One Lonely Visitor: I don't listen to it much, but it just demonstrates Chevelle's musical abilities. 9/10

In conclusion, GO BUY THIS CD! I think Chevelle has more screaming potential they don't use, but what the heck, its awesome anyway. If you aren't sure if you should get it, get it! the red, closure, and send the pain below arent the only good songs. I give this album 10/10!!

greatest cd ever made? Quite Possibly
This could possibly be one of the best cds ever made. Every song has emotion and certain anguish to the lyrics. Pete, the singer, is a man who knows to write lyrics. From the Melodic intro of "Family System", to the angry tone of "The Red", to the ultimatly eerie "An Evening With El Diablo", This cd has what it takes.

1. Family System - Great intro, very heavy. 8/10
2. Comfortable Liar - This is the 2nd best song on the album. Very good. 9/10
3. Send the Pain Below - The 3rd best song on the album. 9/10
4. Closure - This song is ok not the best though. 5/10
5. The Red - I am sure everyone has heard this song. 4th best off the album 10/10
6. Wonder Whats Next - Possibly the Hardest song on the album. Very Heavy. 8/10
7. Dont Fake This - Very Nice song, Great melodie. 9/10
8. Forfeit - great song, i like the lyrics. 9/10
9. Grab Thy Hand - another great song 7/10
10. An Evening With El Diablo - This is the Best Song off the entire album. It is very eerie. 10/10
11. One Lonely Visitor - I dont like this song. 1/10

Overall You need to get this cd. It is great for when your angry.

HANDS DOWN
I've been a tool fan for a long time, loved all of their stuff, but as soon as i decieded to check out this new band called Chevelle i was blown away and Tool was history. Never had i heard such great songs before. To start off, i noticed they use incredible lyrics with such depth and feeling. Even if you dont understand it, it just leaves you in wonder and excitement. You feel drawn ever closer to it everytime you listen. Secondly it has pumping metal through out it like crazy. Like tool it has low-voiced sharp lyrics and then goes to screaming tension within all a controlled pace, something i havent seen in a long time. Instead of taking 3 minutes to get to the point like Tool it starts off right away with a blast of good riffs which lead to an awesome very catchy chorus. Rather then telling you track by track what is good and what great,(like many of the other reviews) i think you can only be the judge of what tracks are best on this cd. Everybody has a different opinion on what they like so, i'll just say i liked everything on this cd from beginning to end. One more thing, if your wondering whats next dont be, because you wont be disappointed. Chevelle's next album,(this type of thinking could do us in)is coming and the first single,(vitamin R)is killer, their best work yet. ... Read more

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Meteora
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Linkin Park’s second studio effort (not counting the 2002 remix album Reanimation) overflows with glossy production values and Big Rock oomph, fully embracing the pop instincts of their Hybrid Theory debut. For many, Theory sounded inexcusably corporate, from its too-timely rap-rock sound to the long list of product endorsements included in the liner notes. Meteora will only amplify those complaints, but this album is actually truer to the band’s nature. It’s still impossible not to hear strains of Limp Bizkit, Korn, Rage Against the Machine, and the like. None of those acts, howeve, would try something as blatantly anthemic as "Easier to Run," which would sound fine to a Def Leppard fan, or as borderline danceable as "Breaking the Habit" and "Session." Linkin Park is what Trent Reznor was always afraid of becoming, but if you ever wished he would drop the pretenses and just make a hair-metal record, you'll find Meteora to your liking. --Matthew Cooke ... Read more

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Same again
Linkin Park approach their sophomore album with a sure fire success plan - an exact replica of the massive selling "Hybrid Theory" - so much for evolving your sound! Admittedly, Hybrid Theory was one of the better releases during the nu-metal boom, mainly due to LP's boundless energy and twin-vocalled attack. But that was 2000 but now, after the garage rock explosion and the return of metal, Mike Shinoda's monotone, dictionary rapping sounds VERY old hat, as do some of the recycled riffs on display.
The saviour of this album, however, is Chester Bennington, his vocals switching from an angelic croon one second to a blood curdling scream the next, a truly wasted talent in this band of middle-of-the-road performers.
There are a couple of stand-out moments on this album, namely the tracks "Faint" and "Breaking The Habit", which strangely enough are the tracks which see LP straying most from their roots with a bit of sonic experimentation. The fast paced "Faint" enjoys, arguably, the most anthemic chorus you'll likley to hear this year while "Breaking The Habit" sees LP dropping the guitars and allowing to Chester to croon sweetly over a fast paced hip-hop beat. Excellent.
All in all, the kids in hoodies who digged Hybrid Theory will be wetting themselves over LP's carbon copy remake, they rest of use will just shake our head in dismay at another soulless nu-metal album in an already saturated market.

Great, Original Rock, About Time!
Continuing to be my favorite band, Linkin Park first began playing in my room when I discovered their debut album "Hybrid Theory". It was awesome. Then, I picked up the remix CD "Reanimation" which was incredible and unique. Now comes Meteora, with their first new songs in three years. Right from the beginning, I was caught up in the furious energy of the sounds of the rap/metal six-piece.
1. Foreword- This is just a brief montage of some sounds leading up to the first song.
2. Don't Stay- The song blasts off with lead singer Chester Bennington singing to great riffs and well-done bass. A great metal intro.
3. Somewhere I Belong- The hit of the album, another great song, with some cool samples.
4. Lying From You- Great rap music by emcee Mike Shinoda leading to an intense chorus with great guitars. The best song on the album.
5. Hit the Floor- This harder, heavier song combines the two lead vocals in a furious unison. The sounds here excel, and the screaming hook is perfect.
6. Easier to Run- Similar to Crawling, this track has its own style but seems to fall short. It's just sappy and uninteresting.
7. Faint- Drums are excellent here, and with a unique combination with classical sounds, this is a cool, fast-paced track.
8. Figure .09- Another song with great rap sounds, accompanied by fantastic guitar and bass work, and is another of the best here.
9. Breaking the Habit- There just isn't enough going on here. The lyrics tried for a deeper meaning, but the riffs and beats just didn't follow it.
10. From the Inside- Not as fast, but sounds more original and defines the band's range and various tones.
11. Nobody's Listening- A neat Japanese flute sound combined with cool turntables and a fun beat. There needed to be a little more compatibility with the chorus, but otherwise, very fun and intriguing.
12. Session- A cool instrumental track, I could see this song more as being part of a larger picture, similar to the One Step Closer remix, as a longer, awesome song. As it is, though, it's incredible, and I found myself repeating it over and over again.
13. Numb- I hoped for something a little more from the last track. Pretty good, though, very emotional.
All in all, "Meteora" is a great album, so go out and buy it! It would be great if this album was a little longer. Quality, not quantity, I know, but there needs to be more.

Can't Get Enough!!
I absolutely love this CD. I listen to it over and over again whenever I get the opportunity-even at school! These songs are what get me through the day. My favorites are "Hit the Floor" and "Lying from You". Besides the great songs, the CD also has cool extras that you can get by putting it into your computer. ... Read more

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The Lonely Position of Neutral
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Though this semi-anguished boy-metal group claims that lock-jawed Helmet is a primary influence (and layers of frayed guitar chords support that claim) Trust Company are better characterized as a simpler and slightly more heartfelt relative of Linkin Park. Minus the turntables and digital tricks, but laden with revealing lyrics, a wide guitar sound, and thumping rock rhythms, Trust Company charge fearlessly through the gaping hole in the pop landscape left by more famous contemporaries. Thanks to Linkin producer Don Gilmore, their major-label debut is smoother than those of Papa Roach and Puddle of Mudd. To their detriment, they're sometimes lulled by the slickness of their polished hooks. Like the title implies, the ride is more impressive when the band dares to veer beyond its own neutrality. --Ian Christe ... Read more

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Trust In this Company!
Nu Metal taken a step further, this album is amazing! I'm a big Nu Metal fan, but lately, nu metal acts have turned to rap(Linkin Park, 3rd Strike), which I don't mind, in fact LP is my favorite band, but it gets tiresome after awhile. Enter TRUSTcompany. I first saw them opening up for Puddle Of Mudd, and thought "Wow!" This album is everything I want to hear from a nu metal act. The guitars are both beautiful and crushing at the same time, while frontman Kevin Palmer can scorch the mic with his irridescent singing voice, or his howling scream. The first single, the anthemic "Downfall" is one of my favorite songs, and the music video (Also included on this E-CD) literally blows you away. If a hard-mellow song exists, it is "Hover," my second favorite son from the disc. The original version starts with a high line played by guitarist James Fukai, and blasts into a chord progression that you can't help NOT to bang your head to. The paranoia of Palmer's childhood shows itself in "Running From Me," the album's second single. "Slipping Away" is a reminder of Linkin Park's "Crawling" with it's harmonic intro, but rips the listener a new orifice with its chorus, and Bassist Josh Motes' verse lick shines. Possibly a future single, "Deeper Into You" is a highly aggressive song after its grabbing intro, where drummer Jason Singleton shows off his Skin Skills. Overall, this CD is great, the band sounds awesome live, and I recommend them. Even if you're not a nu metal fan, this CD will entertain you. Also, I recently had a party, and just popped in this CD and it wa so popular that we ended up playing it the whole way through twice! Don't confuse them with any other band, TRUSTcompany is the ONLY band!

Incredible Debut
I love this album! It takes a lot to get my attention, as I find that a lot of what is played on the radio to be the same old sounds over and over. I've never really been a big fan of most mainstream rock. But "Downfall" caught my attention, so I decided to give this album a try, and I definitely don't regret it. As I didn't know much about this band when I bought the CD, I didn't expect much from my purchase. Not only did Trust Company FAR exceed my limited expectations, but they blew me away!

The songs are catchy, yet unique and distinct in their sound and composition. Though the lyrics are simple, they convey powerful emotions, and ones that everyone can relate to. Kevin Palmer's voice is mesmerizing, and communicates the emotions of the lyrics with incredible skill yet without losing the hard rock essence of the songs. Some of my favorite tracks include: "Downfall," "Falling Apart," "Hover," "The Fear," and "Take It All." However, there isn't a single song on this CD that I skip over. All tracks have their own appeal.

I've noticed that some people have related Trust Company to Linkin Park, and I would tend to disagree. I'm not much of a fan of Linkin Park, and I find that Trust Company's sound is much more accessible and melodic than that of Linkin Park.

Overall, I feel that this is a band that deserves much more recognition and attention than they get. My CD collection wouldn't be complete without this album, and I can't wait to hear what they come out with next! Buy this CD!

Perfect cross between Punk Rock and Heavy Metal
This band rules plain and simple. "Downfall" is worth (...) alone. Great CD. GO and BUY IT NOW! ... Read more

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Demon Hunter
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It would actually be a 4 1/2...
Now, let me begin by saying that death, thrash, or screaming/growling metal vocals usually annoy me. Even other Christian metal bands (i.e. Zao, Extol, Living Sacrifice) I don't really like because the vocals annoy me. But that's just me...
But, saying that, Demon Hunter's debut CD ROCKS! The thing I like about it is I can actually understand most of the words and the way they mix up the clean singing with the screaming is awesome! Musically I love the riffs and punchiness in the songs. The two softer songs ("My Throat" and "Gauntlet") are amazing as well, delivering dark, somewhat haunting music and lyrics. And, also, they don't feel the need to have foul language, talk about extremely idiotic junk, and all the other stuff that other bands like this do (Slipknot, Mudvayne, Drowning Pool, blah blah whoever).

Clean vocals are catchy, I don't care who you are.
Hardcore and Metalcore are the greatest genres in rock, no question about it. But look at how many generic bands there are right now. You know why? Because none of them do anything to stick out from the rest. This is why Killswitch Engage is as big as they are. Awesome music with melody and a competant singer with tremendous vocal range from death metal growls to the best clean vocals I've ever heard. Jesse or Howard. Singing is not "selling out" or becoming lighter. The best songs are the intense screamers with melodic clean vocal parts. I'll never understand why so many HxC kids frown upon clean vocals, it makes for memorable songs.

There is a reason for that rant. Demon Hunter is among those types of bands. And the result is a great album with memorable songs and awesome clean and dirty vocals. This shows that Demon Hunter is capable of Melody, ballads, great vocals, and grinding metal tracks. Lets see "Premonitions of War" try that. Another great band, but it all sounds the same, nothing sticks out. I would say that Demon Hunter is 70% metal/HxC + 30% Nu-metal. Think of Slipknot with way more melody and talent and no pointless trash can banging members. Well, if your looking for a band to enjoy as much as Killswitch Engage, look no further, pick this up and you will not be disappointed.

Tracks:
1 - Pretty good opener, it took me awhile to like it, its not the best. 7/10

2 - Awesome HxC verse. Everything else is excellent also 9/10

3 - This is the single and the reason I got this album. The song is just awesome. Very Slipknot-like but much deeper and better. Awesome vocals, monsterous punch. 10/10

4 - This is why Demon Hunter is good. Name me another hardcore band with a heavy slow song with straight clean vocals. Everything is awesome about this song 10/10.

5 - This song kicks the intensity back up after the slower song. The verses are good, they are 2 different verses. The pre-chorus is awesome and the chorus is excellent. I think the singer could have thought of a few more lines for the chorus though, as he only repeats one line through it. 9/10

6 - This is yet another awesome song. Very HxC and fresh. Parts that are repeated are done with a new twist each time which is awesome. The synths play a big part also. The breakdowns and double bass sound superb. 10/10

7 - This is a minute or so interlude of what seems to be a war, you can hear horses. Its okay but kinda pointless on a 10 track album. No music involved at all. Worst track on the album. 5/10

8 - Out of the actual songs this is probably my least favorite. Its still good, but I could never get into it. The opening riff is very nu-metal. 7/10

9 - The song is awesome as a whole. Very unique and cool parts in this song. The singing part sucks though. 8/10

10 -This song is beautiful. It is lightly distorted on the guitar, The drums are light and the vocals are all clean. A very deep and slow song. Again, variety wins. Think of something like "Pink Maggot" (11) from The Deftones "White Pony" 10/10

Un'Freakin'Believable
if your contemplating buying this CD...freakin' Go for it - Its poetic lyrics are amazing, the melodic structure of the songs - they rock dude, GET IT! ... Read more

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The Light in Guinevere's Garden
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Nothing less than absolutely incredible...
First of all, let's start with a solid fact. In 2000, this album won KROQ's Hard Rock Album of the Year award. This coming from a secular station that would like nothing better than to ignore Christian bands. This band cannot and will not be ignored. Every song is incredible and speaks directly to the soul. The lyrics('We should've known it'd be like this/An upward struggle of falling down/ We've taken comfort in loathing/ It's where we used to play anyway") to the music, this is a CD that will leave you breathless. You think Tool's got something going? East West takes Maynard to school...with a quickness. As if all of this weren't enough, the sheer variety of this CD is fantastic. A hardcore tune, next to a dreamy ballad next to a pure pop tune next to a melodic rock tune next to a....on and on. Basically, just do yourself a favor and buy the CD. You'll never ever regret that you did. Plus your friends will think you're cool for knowing about this band when they eventually blow up.

Absolutely Awesome CD
Normally, i'd break down a cd song-by-song to explain it better, but i see that another reviewer has already done so, and i pretty much agree with what they have said. but i am a Christian who loves hard, passionate Christian music, and while i have many, many cd's, this one is still at the top of my list. It rarely ever leaves my cd changer, and while they have a style that many bands try to achieve, they have an extreme talent that makes it sound perfect. their growls dont get annoying or repetitive, unlike most bands who try to reproduce this style. Not only is this true, but East West also has an amazing ability to succeed with a variety of styles. they have a variety of songs ranging from a head-banging fury(Ded, Wake, Nephesh) to rap-core metal(Breathe, Song X) to positive glam-rock(Superstar) to tranquil songs of love(She Cries, Let You Go). This is definitely a landmark band that should make any lover of hard rock or metal way more than satisfied. U wont b disappointed.

I have seen them in concert
This album, hands down is one of the best CDs on the market. The talent these boys have is amazing. I also have Hope in Anguish which I like. Not only are thier albums incredible but, they are very cool people. If you ever get the chance, see them. But, even if you can't, you can get this CD. ... Read more

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Hope in Anguish
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Better appreciation of East West
I have to say that I was guilty of turning down this album at first. I was used to the Guinevere's Garden East West so therefore at first I was dissapointed because this cd is different in all aspects from the former. But after listening alot to this album it has become my favorite because I can tell East West really poured themselves in this album. It deals with alot of issues like depression that alot of artists wont touch. I guess I can relate better to this album than L.I.G.G. And the music is still heavy and good just like always. The Crunchy guitar's and awesome effects that they use are awesome, although the drum tracks sometimes sound like they are in a cafeteria, but oh well. My advice to those who are dissapointed would be to give it a chance. It is truly a great album.

Hope AND Anguish...
Let me start off by saying that I absolutely loved East-West's first CD. Loved. I still play it over and over again on a regular basis. Their balance of good ol' metal thrashing and Third Eye Blind-esque milder songs (like "She Cries") really captured me. When I was at the store today and saw a new release by East West, I snapped it up without question, hoping for more of the same thrashing, and also the same grooving that was all over the first album. The first few tracks pleased me with lots of heavy guitar, and the same old E-W sound (Though the first track sounds VERY much like a Powerman 5000 song in the vocals). I was also sadly disappointed by the quality of the slower songs on this CD. I expected the same style as their first CD, and that is not the case at all. Perhaps it is the new producer and studio being used that changed the sound of the band, or perhaps they're just moving on, but I wish they wouldn't have.

This review is perhaps premature, and I am sure that with 5 or so more listenings, I will come to appreciate the CD much more, but I think that it is worth knowing at the moment that "Hope in Anguish" is much, much different from "The Light in Guinevere's Garden."

junk
like others hav said, this cd doesnt hav christian lyrics and the music is simply pitiful and i dont like the singing (or yelling) ... Read more

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Kutless
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A Breath of Fresh Air in the World of Christian Rock
I bought this cd without ever really listening to it and I was immediately impressed. It is obvious to most everyone that Christian music has never had the same sound quality as secular music. Almost any Christian song can immediately be distinguished by its simplistic approach or just lack of musical talent and originality. They incorporate things such as guitar lead riffs and backup violins throughout their songs with great sounding effects that create a sense of professionalism. This is a band that has a lot of talent and could definitely make it as a secular band if they tried. It is also a relief that they make a very obvious stand for Christianity and do not try to avoid their faith in their lyrics as some Christian bands have done. This is a terrific cd and I suggest anyone who likes the sound of bands such as Creed, Nickelback, System of a Down, etc. try it out.

Pretty Lame
Kutless seems to be one of those bands signed to a record label specifically to parrot popular secular groups. The question they answer on this album is, what happens when we splice together the sounds of a dozen mediocre rock groups in the post-grunge, Staind, Nickelback, Creed vein and add uninventive Christian lyrics? The answer is not even worth a listen. Its not that the instrumentalists can't play; they are perfectly adequate, if uninventive, nor is the problem the singer's pained vocals; I think he is one of the better vocalists I have heard in this genre. Dull songwriting sends this album to the doldrums. While the opening cut, "Your Touch" starts off promising, with clever vocal syncopation in the verse, the chorus is an utterly boring, overdriven guitar waste. Additionally, the song has a drastic tempo change midway through, that does not relate at all to the rest of the song. Nearly all other cuts on the album are similarly boring, mid-tempo rockers which lack riffs, solos or any variety whatsoever. From cut to cut, there is almost no change of dynamics, tempo, mood or instrumentation. There are two exceptions. "Run" features a nice string arrangement and more poignant lyrics and vocals than the rest of the album, and "Pride Away" includes a solo by a very good guest rapper, to add some variety and intensity. One other plus; I think this album has a very cool cover. If only that were reflected in the music. It's also worth noting that there is almost to poetry, or even rhyme to these lyrics. If you like this style of music, I'd recommend 12 Stones, or any of the mainstream groups this band is trying to imitate, over Kutless.

im not really a religious music fan....
i dispise the hardcore worship soaked crap... But i was browsing through here and came upn Kutless and i gotta say their music is great, they get the point across without diving too deeply into the religious aspects. Im the type of person that believes modern day religion is just a crutch for people whjo arent free thinkers. I believe that you dont need to read from a book thats been altered by man about what they think the teachings of God are. So ive strayed away from any type of religious music until now and i wish more bands could be like this. ... Read more

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The Young and Hopeless
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Despite the piercings and spiky hairdos of Good Charlotte frontmen Joel and Benji Madden, the filth and the fury of punk are not in evidence on The Young and the Hopeless. Rather, Good Charlotte lean toward the sunny power pop favored by the lighter Huntingdon Beach, California, outfits. Nevertheless, with the title track and "The Anthem" ("I'm just a minor threat"), the band appeals directly to high-school outsiders. Relationship problems are delved into in "Wondering" and "Say Anything," and they even find space to explore comic horror with "My Bloody Valentine." So they're not as intense or enraged as the hardcore likes of Black Flag or even Linkin Park. But the undeniably strong melodies this bunch comes up with have plenty of appeal on their own terms. --Dominic Wills ... Read more

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Not bad for a group that sold out
As much as I hate the fact that Good Charlotte are on every single cover of cheezy magazines like Pop Star or Bop and get tons of Hilary Duff-worshipping preps to pose as punks, this CD is very addictive and catchy. So what if it isn't "real punk music"? The beats are good and the lyrics are pretty good, although at times lame, which is why I didn't give this 5 stars. Good lyric example: "Can you feel the cold tonight? It sets in, but it's all right. Darkness falls, I'm letting go. All alone, but I feel fine." Bad lyric example: "Don't say a word, I know you feel the same. Just give me a sign, say anything, say anything." The lyrics on this CD range from dark (Bloody Valentine) to rebellious (Young and the Hopeless) to emotional (Hold On). Joel Madden's vocals remind me of the vocals of Green Day or MxPx, and the same can be said for Benji Madden's vocals (although he rarely sings), except he sounds a bit raspier. If you like catchy songs and you're 11-18, you'd probably like this album. If you're looking for "real punk music", some good bands to check out are AFI, Minor Threat, Rancid, the Ramones, or Pennywise.

kepp rockin, GC!!
I love Good Charlotte. I have both Cds and I think they rock! I first heard of them in chatrooms when people talked endlessly about them so I was like, oh heck. let's see what this' all about....and loved them immeadiately! Here's my thoughts:
1)A new beginning - its an intro, so i skip it all the time
2) the Anthem - 4/5 it's pretty good, but they didn't put the entire lyrics along on the cd! im just GUESSING what joel's singing here!
3)Lifestyles of the Rich and famous - 5/5 lol this is really funny and true at times. the music video is hilarious!
4)Wondering - 5/5 one of my favorites. it's not a love song though, Benji wrote it about his dogg.
5)Story of my old man - 3/5 kinda funny, but if their dad hears it, won't he be pissed?
6)Girls & Boys - 3/5 funny but not exactly true. but then i go to a christian school.
7) Bloody Valentine - 4/5 This is obviously very unreal, I don't think anyone would go that far. But still, I really like it.
8)Hold on - 4/5 very good, i listen to this when im depressed
9)Riot Girl - 5/5 Everyone's fave!
10)Say anything - 4/5 I used to not like it, but now I do.
11)The day that I die - 3/5 ok..its still alright.
12)The young and the hopeless - 5/5 another fave. So brutally true!
13)Emotionless - 5/5 I love this song. Where is Benji's and joel's dad, anyway?
14)Movin on - 4/5 Very good. It kinda relates to me.

Good CD
Hmm interesting reviews here. Personally I didnt like these guys until I saw them live- somebody said it best- they sound way better live than they do on the records, mainly because they mess with the sound and pro-tools too much, I like the more raw sound better. antiradioandmtv, you have some great points, but I along with alot of others I'm sure dont care if Good Charlotte are posers. Yes, I do know their posers and I know people will think I'm a "poser" for listening to them, I could care less- labels are just a wimpy way of people attacking others or defending themselves. I just think their music has a great sound to it- its energetic, infectious, melodic, and explosive all at the same time. So yeah, I think this is a great CD, the only flaws I can see is some of the production sucks (like I said, they shouldn't mess with the pro-tools as much as they do) and that I HATE when Benji and Joel sing at the same time- when just one is singing they sound great. Oh, and for people who think GC isn't "real rock", well, I listen to Led Zeppelin, Guns N Roses, and Aerosmith but I still think GC are rock... ... Read more

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X 2003
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34 Tracks (...), Good Deal!!
I dont want you to think Im acting all smart, but, 34 tracks, (...), that would be...(...) per track. I think thats a good deal!! Besides, if you like variety, this is for you!! I think these are all the different types of music there are: hard rock, rock, light rock, rap, punk rock, and more! Most of the songs on this CD are good, so I reccommend buying this! Thank you for reading this and hope this review helped you!!!

Full Review of Every Song
This is definitely a solid collection of good Christian Rock. Of course there are some misses, but overall it is one of the better compilation albums out there. Now the songs:

DISC 1

1.) Get This Party Started - Tobymac has a lot of songs that aren't so great, but this one is decent. 7/10

2.) Fireproof - One of the harder songs on the album, but a really great song. Good hard rock but not mindless screaming. 9/10

3.) Superfly - If you like the Supertones, then i'm sure this song will be appreciated. I, however, am not a fan of them, but it's still an OK song. 6.5/10

4.) Punk Rawk Show - Classic MxPx. Good punk, but can get old real fast. 7.5/10

5.) Friday Night - Probably shouldn't have been put right after MxPx. Similar style song, but not bad. 7/10

6.) Bounce - Not one of TFK's better songs, but they are still an awesome band. Buy their CD! Anyways, this song still gets high marks. 8.5/10

7.) So Bright - I still haven't made up my mind about superchick yet, but this song is alright. If you like them, you'll like this. 7/10

8.) Speaking in Tongues - Very cool song by a cool band. The Elms are definitely worth checking out and this is a great song. 9/10

9.) Kamikaze - Weird song, but kinda catchy. 7.5/10

10.) To Live - Don't really like this band and the song isn't much better. 6/10

11.) Nobody - Awesome Song. Maybe the best on both discs. I haven't liked other stuff i've heard from Cadet, but this song is awesome. 10/10

12.) Nothing to Lose - Another great band that is well worth checking out. Not one of their best songs either, but still pretty good. 9/10

13.) I'm not Backing Down - First exposure to Holland. Got some potential - not the best song though. 7/10

14.) Baseline - Next, please. 5/10

15.) You already take me there - One of my least favorite of switchfoot's songs, but they are awesome so high marks anyways. 8.5/10

16.) Ready Fuels - Anberlin is a cool band and this is one of their best. In fact, the bonus tracks are some of the best songs on the CD. 9.5/10

17.) Clear - Watashi Wa is definitely more pop than rock, but this is a real catchy song. 9/10

DISC 2

1.) Chap Stick... - A good offering from Relient K. Fits in with their style and is a solid, fun to listen to song. 8/10

2.) Summertime - I just can't listen to this guy's voice for very long, but if you're an AA fan, you'll probably like this song. 4/10

3.) Your Touch - A really great song, one of the best on this disc. 10/10

4.)John Woo - Just Terrible. Newsboys are getting worse and worse. 2/10

5.) The Sound - A deeply moving song. Could listen to this forever. Great band. 10/10

6.) Engage - Pax's first CD was much better, but this is still a good song from a good band. 8/10

7.) It's Goin' Down - Not a big fan of rap/hip-hop so this song is not on the top of my list. 5/10

8.) Take My Life - If you like really powerful voices, you will like Jeremy Camp. Pretty good song too. 8/10

9.) Lift me up - Benjamin Gate is not the greatest band, but they do alright on this song. 7/10

10.) The Glorious Ones - Tree63 is a band with a lot of potential and they show it in these great song. 9/10

11.) Spy - Never really liked Tait, but this song is good in a cheesy kind of way. Not something you'll listen to over and over, but it is unique. 7.5/10

12.) Fire - Delirious is at its best in its worship songs so this song is not their greatest, but it is delirious and they always offer up good stuff. 8/10

13.) I Am - Not feeling it here. 4/10

14.) Kill Me, Heal Me - ARGGGHHH! Skillet has to be the worst band ever. TERRIBLE skip this one please. 1/10

15.) Infected - A unique song. It mixes throaty screaming with soft lyrics and actually pulls it off pretty well. 7.5/10

16.) Monday in Vegas - Lucerin Blue is looking to be a very good band and while I've heard other songs of their's that I like more, this is still a good song. 8/10

17.) Loved Ones - Starflyer 59 is one of the greatest bands ever and this is just a great song. One of the best for sure. 10/10

x2003
X2003 is one of my favorite cd's that I own! It features some great songs that really rock out!
The only reason that I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 was because there are several songs that are a little too slow for my liking.
But this cd definately rules. It has many differant varieties of rock (soft rock, heavy rock, rap, contemporary-rock, punk, heavy metal) and many differant awsome groups.
Kutless, Pillar, Skillet, Thousand Foot Krutch, Demon Hunter and Pax 217 are some of the heaviest groups on this album, and Tobymac, Newsboys, Audio Adrenaline, Tait, Switchfoot and the Supertones are some of the other softer (but definately not SOFT!) groups. Then there's also inbetween groups, like MxPx, Peace of Mind, The Cross Movement, and Five Iron Frenzy.
Sounds like a cd you could only own in your dreams, doesn't it? And there's many more unnamed groups such as Jeremy Camp, Superchick, Benjamin Gate and Sanctus Real! And MANY, MANY MORE!
What an awsome cd! I want to listen to it just talking about it. This cd rocks, and if you don't own it, BUY IT RIGHT NOW! ... Read more

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Two Lefts Don't Make a Right.. But Three Do
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Remember the guys in your school who were too smart and sarcastic for their own good? Put guitars on them with a punk-pop penchant and you’ve got Relient K, Canton, Ohio’s most famous import since the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The band’s third release is a thoroughly enjoyable romp of rambunctious buzz-saw guitars and smart-aleck lyrics churned out by singer Matthew Thiessen. Who else could get away with lines like "Let’s get emotional girls to wear mood rings/ So we’ll be tipped off when they’re ticked off" in the wildly clever "Mood Rings," or "Hoopes I did it again/ Relationships are something I can’t comprehend" from the suburban-boredom tribute "Hoopes I Did It Again." Yet, the band never loses sight of its faith in these matters, always finding God at the end of their collective ropes. The tight rhythm section of bassist Brian Pittman and drummer Dave Douglas shine again, laying a foundation upon which Thiessen and Matthew Hoopes blaze away on their 6-strings. Maybe all that time in the principal’s office did do the guys some good!--Michael Lyttle ... Read more

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It's only the best cd ever!!!!
OK, I must admit, it took a little time for me to get into Relient K. At first, I was just like, ok, they are fine to listen to once in a while, but I wouldn't go crazy for them. But then, after I heard this cd, my whole perspective about them changed. They are able to get a powerful message across without being preachy. They make everything so simple and fun.

1. Chapped stick, Chapped Lips, and things like Chemistry - Great, fun song to start out with. About longing to relate to others and have them relate to you. Love the last line and how they change the beat for it: "Can I relate to you/the way you relate to me/can you help me out with my chemistry/I don't want to be percieved the way I am/ I just want to be percieved the way I am"

2. Mood Rings - This one always makes me laugh. It's about how guys can never seem to understand girls, and sort of makes fun of girl's quirky ways.

3. Falling Out - Solid song about changing priorities for God.

4. Forward Motion - Everyone can relate to this one. The only thing I don't like about it is the beginning verse. It's kind of awkward. Great chorus though.

5. In Love With the 80's - this one kind of throws you off gaurd. It kind of grows on you.

6. College Kids - I love everything about this song. About following your own dreams blazing your own trail.

7. Trademark - This one is good..."It's my trademark move/to turn my back on you/ It's my trademark move/ to realize I should improve"

8. Hoopes I did it Again - This one is ok. Not my favorite though. I kind of found it pointless, but it's fun listening.

9. Over Thinking - Pretty good, one of the only completely serious songs on the album. Matt T. sings about his confusion with a relationship....kinda old news though.

10. I Am Understood? - This one is Matt T.'s personal fav. It speaks in awe of God's complete understanding...."And you recite my words right back to me/before i even speak/you let me know/i am understood"

11. Getting Into You - My personal fav of the album. The guitar is awesome, and Matt sings with passion about why God is so worth it.

13. Gibberish - Would it be Relient K without completely random gibberish?? It's awesome!!! Props to ne1 who can actually recite all the lyrics, though.

14. From End to End - Deep, heavier song. This one surprised me. It's about wanting so much for a friend to come to God and understand His love for them.

15. Jefferson Aeroplane - Great ending song. second favorite.

There is also a FANTASTIC bonus track on the album that is HILARIOUS!!!! I laugh everytime I hear it, it never gets old.

And to all you freaks out there who just don't understand Relient K....DON'T TAKE THE ALBUM SO SERIOUSLY!!!!!!! IT IS NOT MEANT TO BE UNDERSTOOD!!! IT IS SIMPLY A FUN, EASY ALBUM!!!! K well, if you want a break from the norm, I highly recommend Relient K. This album has stayed in my player for weeks at a time.

Tonalation Fonamere!
I had purchased Relient K's sophmore album "The Anatomy of the Tongue in Cheek" just two months before "Three Lefts..." came out and I loved it, so when I heard they had a new album coming out I was stoked to say the most. This record is one of the best things I have ever heard and I know people say that about stuff alot but I'm not exaggerating. Every song on this album is extremely catchy, clever, funny, clean, and some are very worshipful. My favorite tracks include "Mood Rings", "College Kids", "Overthinking" and the outstanding "Jefferson Aero Plane." Oh, and pretty much every other song on the record. I can't seem to stop listening to it. I love how RK work in clever lines and make it apply so much to Christian life and life in general. "Overthinkng" is probably one of the most relatable songs I've ever heard. I knew exactly what he was talking about. In the latest MTV fad of bands like Good Charlotte, New Found Glory, and Simple Plan, Relient K come out head and waist above the rest. This is good, clean, catchy punk rock at it's best. I know these guys have an awesome sense of humor,(if you've seen the video for "Chapstick..." then you know what I mean.) You must own this album. Paravillintiniay!!!

Relient K- The best group i've heard of in a long Time
Two Lefts don't make a right... But three do was the first Relient K cd I ever bought and is has been a year since I bought it and It has never gotten old. I Think that Matt T. (the singer/songwriter of the group) is such a great songwriter!! He is so random and that's what makes relient K so great!! They can be funny and random but then they can be serious. I love that none of their songs sound the same. I have a lot of CD's that the songs sound the exact same and it's just boring but Relient K is Definitly NOT boring! I'd recemend this Cd to EVERYONE because their cds aren't "preachy" but at the same time it plants a seed in people's heads about what christianity is all about so GO AND GET THIS AND ALL OF THE OTHER RELIENT K CDS!!! ... Read more

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The Anatomy of the Tongue in Cheek
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RELIENT K ROCKS!!
HEY GUYS!! what is up?! dude,i got this cd the day it came out, and i am a pretty big fan of them, but i totally didn't really like they're first cd, it was kinda boring, but this cd is awesome. They've gotten a lot better musically, heading a lot more into the punk rock scene, and they DO IT AWESOMELY!! THey picked up a new drummer since they're last cd, dave douglas, and they have changed they're sound, and now pretty much there's no one else like them, punk rock with a lot of melody. "SADIE HAWKINS DANCE" is the catchiest song on the cd, rockin away, and then "pressing on" and "my way or the highway" aren't far behind for the catchiest. Overall, i listen to like new found glory, superstar, and any good christian punk, or clean good fun secular, which there isn't very much of, But relient k really hits hard with the lyrics, THEY ROK like a goose. So overall the cd rocks harder, more punk, better melodies and catchier stuff, IT ROCKS, and is definately one of the best punk or christian cd's out.......SO BUY IT!! relient k rocks

RELIENT K ROCKS LIKE A GOOSE!!
HEY GUYS!! what is up?! dude,i got this cd the day it came out, and i am a pretty big fan of them, but i totally didn't really like they're first cd, it was kinda boring, but this cd is awesome. They've gotten a lot better musically, heading a lot more into the punk rock scene, and they DO IT AWESOMELY!! THey picked up a new drummer since they're last cd, dave douglas, and they have changed they're sound, and now pretty much there's no one else like them, punk rock with a lot of melody. "SADIE HAWKINS DANCE" is the catchiest song on the cd, rockin away, and then "pressing on" and "my way or the highway" aren't far behind for the catchiest. Overall, i listen to like new found glory, superstar, and any good christian punk, or clean good fun secular, which there isn't very much of, But relient k really hits hard with the lyrics, THEY ROK like a goose. So overall the cd rocks harder, more punk, better melodies and catchier stuff, IT ROCKS, and is definately one of the best punk or christian cd's out.......SO BUY IT!! relient k rocks.......AND BUY THIS!! no matter what, even if you don't like music, this will make you like it, U ROK,seya later

Not the greatest...but that's not what gets me riled...
Somehow I think these guys don't take themselves as seriously as so many of the reviewers want them to. After all, they covered the theme to Charles in Charge on their first album. All-in-all its harmless, infectious bubblegum pseudo-punk, but somedays that's what you want to hear.

But what really bugs me is the fact that kids are reviewing this album who are too you to realize that "I'm Lion-O" is about the Thundercats! I can't even believe the guys in the nad are old enough to remember Thundercats, but still, props for the pop culture flashback. ... Read more

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The Beautiful Letdown
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Contemporary Christian music has come a long way toward secular acceptance in recent years thanks to the likes of Switchfoot, who avoid obvious sacred references in their lyrics. It's also refreshing to hear CCM songwriters like Switchfoot's Jonathan Foreman explore love and belonging as song subjects. Unfortunately, The Beautiful Letdown hews too closely to the formula established by alternative CCM brethren Jars of Clay and Creed. Songs like the title track and "More Than Fine" come close to forging their own identity, but too often sound overproduced and designed to appeal to the widest audience. Still, Foreman's songwriting shows potential, and his progressive vision for spiritual themes indicates a willingness to color outside the lines. --Matthew Cooke ... Read more

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Great songwriting is still a commodity...
Switchfoot's music is something of a rarity in this day and age with its insightful lyrics, positive outlook and quality musicianship. Ranging from songs like 'Meant to Live,' a track getting airtime on plenty of alternative rock stations, to slower ones like 'Twenty-Four' and 'This Is Your Life,' Switchfoot never comes across as being a "Christian version" of any secular band, nor do they imitate any other band that's had crossover success. In The Beautiful Letdown Switchfoot manages to be Switchfoot, just as they did with Learning to Breathe. Their sound is their own, high energy, though not overpowering, and with enough original quirkiness in some songs to sound like something completely new and different (Gone is a good one on TBL). Jon Foreman's songwriting just seems to get better and better, as he cements his place as one of the better writers in any section of the business, while the addition of Jerome Fontamillas (Mortal; Fold Zandura) give them even more flexibility.

One last thing is that while the members of Switchfoot are Christian, to consider them part of the mainstream CCM industry isn't quite right. This is a band that's just as comfortable playing in a bar, as they would be in a church, which is a testament to the fact that they're likely one of the most accessible bands on tour today. If you can catch a live show, make sure you do it, because amazingly, they're even better live.

You're missing out if you don't buy the Beautiful Letdown!
It's another incredible CD from the guys of Switchfoot! The Beautiful Letdown is definitely the best album of 2003. One of the things I like best about Switchfoot is the diversity within their music, and this CD is an excellent example of this. The songs on the Beautiful Letdown range from hard rock songs with a fun bass line like "Meant to Live" and "Ammunition" to lighter piano ballads like "On Fire", and everything in between. I can listen to it over and over and never get sick of it! And all of the songs of course have amazing, straight from the heart lyrics written by the one and only Jon Foreman. Buy this CD, and I promise you will not be disappointed. Rock on Switchfoot! Thanks for another great album guys, and God bless ~

Oh Brother.
LoL.It's unbelievable how bad some people can slam such good talent.Switchfoot is unbelievable.A group that finally raises some eyebrows and catches you're attention.On The Beautiful Letdown it's like we're getting a taste of different styles of music.<br /> Examples:<br /> MEANT TO LIVE: This song is totally all rock;great,strong vocals, and guitars are all out on this one.<br /> DARE YOU TO MOVE: Is more Pop/Rock and sounds 100% better than the original,with such highly impressive vocals.<br /> ON FIRE: Now we get into a more heartfelt ballad, with beautiful lyrics,keyboarding,and powerful singing.<br /> <br /> Switchfoot has done everything in the book. Which is;Wonderful vocals,lot's of meaning,different musical ballads,and went straight to the heart. Jon Foreman is one of those rare artists who can sing Rock songs,and Slow ones just as well. An example of this would be ON FIRE.Most Rock Singers now a days can't really sing slow songs even when they try to. But Foreman has proven that he can. This is an unbelievable group. ... Read more

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Alien Youth
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When Skillet's John Cooper sings about "worldwide Jesus domination" on the opening track of Alien Youth, you get the feeling he's leading a force seldom seen (or heard) before. That's certainly the case for this fascinating release with few parallels in the Christian music world. Grinding guitars, spacey keyboards, and machine-gun drums are all held together by Cooper's keen sense of melody. It's a lead-heavy release with blast-off tracks like "Rippin Me Off," Skillet's harsh message for Marilyn Manson, plus "Earth Invasion" and "Kill Me Heal Me." Yet Skillet softens the sonic blows with kinder and gentler gems like "You Are My Hope," "Thirst Is Taking Over" and "Will You Be There?" No doubt Cooper and his bandmates have claimed new ground in the name of their Lord. It might be worth catching a ride with this generation of Alien Youth. --Michael Lyttle ... Read more

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Alternative to the Christian alternative
Okay, I'm a Christian, but I'm not average in any way. This is important because I generally dispise Christian music. With few exceptions, I think it's vapid, soulless and sacreligiously manufactured. Enter Skillet, Christian music you can head-bang to. Alien Youth, their 2001 release, following-up on Invincible, is neither vapid, soulless or manufactured. Naturally, the first I noticed was the NIN-esque riffs, it's John Bonham living large with a bass guitar pulling most of the weight on the music. But the really outstanding factor on this CD are the lyrics. Instead of falling back on trite 'exhultating' lyrics like 'Jars of Clay' or 'Third Day', they mix Biblical references ('Rise like a chosen generation'-Alien Youth, 'But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood...'-1 Peter 2:9) with lines that are just plain cool ('Come with us if you wanna live'-Earth Invasion). Skillet has long been known as Christian-music's industrial giant, but what few people don't know is that they make some of the best Praise and worship music on the planet. 'You are my hope' and 'Will you be there' are prime examples. While neither song can really match 'Rest' from Invincible, these are the best Sunday-morning-friendly songs to come out from a rock band in a long time. The CD, overall, has an interesting combination of metal and smooth rock that doesn't seem like it should fit together, but it does, really well. I strongly reccomend this CD for anyone who's put off by Christian mainstream.

Alien Youth is AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!
What can I say - the fifth and newest Skillet album, Alien Youth, flat out ROCKS! This album has harder songs than some of their previous albums ("Stronger", "Rippin' Me Off"), but it also has some pop-influenced rock songs ("One Real Thing"), and ballads ("You Are My Hope", "Come My Way").

"Thirst Is Taking Over" is a very powerful song! The lyrics are a cry from the heart for God to fill our deep-down thirst for Him. It has a cool beat that I wouldn't have thought of as being "Skillet" - but it really works! The band is expanding themselves to even higher levels musically! "Will You Be There" is a definite first for Skillet! The song is reminiscent of an 80's ballad straight off of a movie soundtrack. John Cooper (bass, lead vocals) and his wife, Korey Cooper (keys, vocals) share vocals in this song, which I might add blend very well together. The duet could be considered a love song, but is actually a song sung to God about His faithfulness.

"Kill Me, Heal Me" is one of the rockier songs on the album. It has all the loops, whistles, and industrial sounds of You're Powerful (from the band's Invincible album), while still showing the originality of Skillet. The song is about dying to our flesh daily and allowing God to come in and make us more like Him. "Earth Invasion" wasn't one of my favorite songs the first time I listened to the album, but now I love it! The song has really cool lyrics about the kingdom of God infiltrating the planet, and it really keeps the Alien Youth theme. "Join us in the army that's arising, let the truth invade your mind, everyday the kingdom is advancing, the Earth invasion has just begun."

Alien Youth is an all-around great album! Skillet has shown their growth musically, and lyrically. The band has proved over the years that they are a staple rock group in Christian music, and with Alien Youth, they are still standing strong. ...

the best skillet cd
i just got this cd the other day and i have to say this is one of the best rock cds that i own.john cooper is just flat out amazing...track by track here is my review

1.an amazing opener,fast paced,plenty of hype 9/10
2.this one is not the best,but it is still a good song 7/10
3.electro-rock...nice song. 9.5/10
4.praise and worship before it was the thing 8/10
5.here is an awsome song...very strange,but still awsome. 10/10
6.personal fav. 11/10
7.outstanding song about having a thirst for christ. 10/10
8.this one has a cool vibe to it.nice song. 8/10
9.well,this one is about as close to nine inch nails as you can get.not my fav. 7/10
10.not bad,pretty cool...YOU SAY THAT GAD IS DEAD BUT YOUR RIPPEN ME OFF. 8/10
11.nice slaw song. 10/10
12.same here 10/10 ... Read more

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