It can only go up from 3 Dollar Bill Y’all$, right?
Yes, yes it does. Significant Other is definitely better than 3$BY. However, it is still flawed in many ways.
Let’s get to the positives. The production is a noticeable step up and the instrumentals are almost all fantastic. Wes Borland is on another level here, even more so than in the debut. Sam Rivers (may he rest in peace), John Otto and DJ Lethal also put up some awesome performances.
The first 4 songs are also amazing. The ... read more
Honestly, the Deluxe version of this album sounds almost like an entirely new album.
This is of course, largely due to the placement of the Deluxe tracks, 4 at the beginning and 1 at the end (also available in the physical release).
These first 4 songs add a very different yet compelling atmosphere. It almost sounds like I'm on a ship violently sailing in the seas with a ferocious, wet and thunderous storm pouring on. It's a very terrifying prospect, but it makes this part of the ... read more
QUICK DISCLAIMER: The Original and the Deluxe will get separate detailed reviews because to me, they honestly feel like very distinct listening experiences.
I've always heard of Of Mice & Men in passing, but I haven't heard any of their full length albums until now, with The Flood.
This album is absolutely a textbook metalcore and post hardcore album, there is no denying that. However, is it one of the best, most polished examples of that style? I would say so.
For one, there ... read more
I don't really know what I was thinking listening to Tsunami Sea before Eternal Blue, so uhh...yeah, Eternal Blue review.
This is an amazing album, ESPECIALLY given it's their first full length studio album. Everyone is mega talented but the clear standouts are the married couple of powerhouse vocalist Courtney LaPlante, and incredibly creative guitarist Mike Stringer.
The songs on this album range from soothing and peaceful, like the Title Track, Circle With Me and the album closer ... read more
This is my second Breaking Benjamin album, after We Are Not Alone, and to be completely honest, I think Saturate is a way more interesting experience.
We Are Not Alone is certainly a more refined album, but I like the rawer edge that the debut has. Benjamin's voice is much sharper and his uncleans are really strong here. Everybody performs amazing here, but I feel like there's more character in the performances with this album, largely due to it being a little less polished.
The ... read more