The NEW Pop-Punk forced listening

[slug]

Reggie And The Full Effect - Get Well Soon

Starts out with a cool synth diddy, then guitar comes in. Very catchy rhythm, with some nice drums. I'm liking the synth going on in the background during the verses. It has a nice chorus, once again very catchy. The vocals remind me of Action Action's. They sound very similar. Good breakdown, guitar slows down and synth keeps playing same rhythm. Another chorus, then the song fades out. Good song, I need to start listening to RATFE more often. Wow, I didn't write that much. :upset:

9/10

The Adicts - Tokyo (http://s47.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=36EGCRDBC0QIP2X8HTWT3M1PXA) (punk)
The Locust - Earwax Halo Manufactured For The Champion In All Of Us (http://s47.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2MZFAKR4FK23Q3IGZXVOOX7Z1T) (spaz)
Bad Religion - Sanity (http://s47.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2BATA43WAJZIE1TKWM3NPXO518) (punk)

[Rancid Dan]

Dibsor

[Rancid Dan]

Bad Religion - Sanity

I don't have no control so i haven't heard this yet, being a huge Bad Religion fan I chose this.
It starts off with a slow palm muted guitar riff, which picks up a bit of speed and then slows again, the vocals come in and it plays for a while then the vocals stop and full guitar chords are played, it does this for a few times. Gregs vocals are as great as ever and the lyrics are awesome.
The chorus is very catchy, and is also very simple, will be humming this for weeks. Once finished the plam muted chords start agon for a bit until a solo kicks in. Short but sweet.
Back into the verse, same pattern as before, the song is very dark and i love it.
The harmonies come in here, which is amazing, the chorus is played again.
a solo is then played over the chords to the verse, and then the chorus starts with solo and back gorund harmonies singing, a great finish to a great song, it sounds as though it was all building up to it.
I prefer slower bad religion songs like this and inner logic etc..This song was amazing, the riff was simple yet brilliant, the songing was superb and everything was spot on.

9/10

[Rancid Dan]

Thrice - A subtle dagger

http://s36.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2D9PFVMXO7M061IZE2LNYGGEVS

ATDI - Lopsided -

http://s36.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=3RMK7N539A65N0KMRYEOOYQJ7Y

Rancid - Burn

http://s8.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=04KN88L01OR5M3JG1X3RT6VID1

[Kif]

Dibs dibs dibs!!!

[Let's_Go_Billie_Joe!]

Dibs on rancid

[Let's_Go_Billie_Joe!]

Muse- Sunburn
The piano starting out is kind of a nice thing to be away from guitar solos and power chords, The main singer is a little whiny and annoying, but the guitar and bass parts add to the song. The drummer saves the song IMO. It doesn't sound like its put together very well, it seems to need mixing. Then ant the end, they throw in a synth which isn't a good idea IMO

Basket Case- Green Day
Here's to Life-Streetlight Manifesto
Finding Out True love is blind- Louis XIV

Links will be up soon or use windos media player to find them either way

[Dead Star]

Where did that come from?

[Let's_Go_Billie_Joe!]

http://s47.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2EBXGPDHNG8G616XFXOYXN4192
Finding Out True Love Is Blind

Since Here's TO life won't upload here's American Hi-Fi
http://s47.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=3NF4I84QSEG1E196ICMX4QVILB
Vertigo

[Let's_Go_Billie_Joe!]

Where did that come from?
I found it here somewhere, it might be on the prev. page, but no one called dibs on it so I did it

[Dead Star]

You only Dibs the one above you.

[Let's_Go_Billie_Joe!]

ok yea and sorry for the Green Day post

[Rancid Dan]

Ignore Those Psots By LGBJ, Kif Has Dibbed

[Kif]

Eek, forgot about this. Thanks for the reminder

/downloaded

[Let's_Go_Billie_Joe!]

I dodn't know which was dibbed, so I chose rancid to see if it was open. sorry

[Kif]

Rancid - Burn
The song starts out with a very raw feel to it. It feels cheaply made, something I actually really like in pop-punk/punk songs. The verse is kind of quiet actually until the joint vocals come in. I like that part a lot, the bassline sounds very nice and Tim's vocals are standard Rancid

The chorus was disappointing to me. I know Rancid can get away with completely repetitive lines, but still it feels like they didn't put much effort into it and gave it one cliché line.

When the verse kicks in, what do we find? The same lines from the first verse. The only thing that kept me from falling asleep from this was the little guitar melody after the verse, which is quite good. Then it builds up a little, and heads straight into the chorus with just a bassline and drums, then guitar comes in. Then we get the verse again.

In the end, this is one of the worst Rancid songs I have ever heard. I know they are one of the biggest punk bands to grace my ears, but this is a horrible protest song with about 3 sentences in total. The music again wasn't up to Rancid's potential, and often left me bored and hoping, no, praying something good was coming. Sadly, I was let down by them

3/10

Selection up soooooooooon

[Rancid Dan]

:eek:

That's an amazing song.
So catchy.

:eek::eek:

[Ganondorf]

Kif is hard to please music wise.

[Kif]

Heh I just wasn't a big fan of that song at all. Sorry Danny boy

The Kinison - Oh Boy That Girl Can Move (http://s41.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0BH6QZIJQ6QLX0FHA5RAQTC7N8) (Indie/Pop Punk)
Denver Harbor - Picture Perfect Wannabe (http://s34.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2GBY1XFU91X4A1U1KEHQ377MQJ) (Rock/Pop Punk)
Muse - Sunburn (http://s24.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=315E9C3KUPZE81Z33DE30VP6HB) (Brit Rock/Alternative)
The Legion Of Doom - The Quiet Screaming (Dashboard Confessional Vs. Brand New) (http://s31.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=25AI31HA8GBR309NKQV7ELM390) (Mashup/Pop Punk)
New Found Glory - Failure's Not Flattering (http://s31.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0B42CENQT03WW3CP6ZR3M5OOQB) (Power Pop)

[Rancid Dan]

Yeah, i know, i just find it hard to believe...

[The Crowing]

The Quiet Screaming by The Legion Of Doom

8/10.

The beginning fits quite well, adds a more "emotional" feeling to it. I like. The beginning of the verse is overpowered by Chris Carabba, the only part I dont like that much. The second half of the first with Brand New is basically the same, and I still love it. The first chorus is also basically the same, and I still love it. The second "verse" has the quiet theme going on with it, which is great, and fits well with the song. It also leads up into the explosion of an outro, which is my favorite part of the song. I've heard the SF/TBS mix of these guys and they seem promising.

Check this out: They're a local band from my area, very amazing. They just made a video which should hopefully find its way onto MTV2/FUSE.

"Never Bled Like This" by Of Blessings and Burdens ("Radcore"/Screamo/Metal/Poppunk)

http://s45.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=1SIEPK2AXUCS32OHY4CP2Y9K4N

[Angry Balled Fists!]

bumps

[The Crowing]

Anyone listen to the song I put up yet?

[Kif]

I can't believe I am giving up Cartel for this!

Blessings and Burdens - Never Bled Like This
It starts out with feedback, then goes straight to the full band. I can't say I'm a fan to be honest. The music sounds messy although the drumming is really good (Pretty much the only thing that is in hardcore bands). The vocals are horrible really. I can't stand bands which just scream.

Later, it slows down a little, and the guitar work gets a little more technical. Sadly, this is ruined by the vocals again.

Then it slows down majorly to a clean guitar and the bass drum playing. Now there's singing, which is actually quite good. I liked this part of the song, it gives it a much needed melodic feel. The lead guitar sounds amazing over the clean guitar. The singer's voice is incredibly strong as he shows.

The song then builds back into the full hardcore band with a screaming vocals which change to singing later. I think this sounds really great as well, the music is fantastic and is the perfect borderline between pop-punky riffs and over-distorted hardcore riffs.

About 3:43, the song changes again, this time with a distorted riff playing. Drums come in, and the song heads back into the dark mood that was present from the start of the song. I liked this bit, the music managed to make the screaming much more meaningful and not as messy as when the song started.

Overall, I misjudged this straight away. What began as another pathetic attempt at a "hardcore screamo" clone transformed into a band which showed a melodic side and then managed to pull off the screamo part much better. I liked this song actually, it had a lot of different sides to it and I liked the fact that it wasn't simply verse, chorus, verse, chorus, bridge, chorus.

8/10

Mine will be up shortly

[Kif]

The Spill Canvas - Staplegunned (http://s37.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=32SCYE2LUBY830W3GB8PWDM994) (Indie/Pop Punk)
Kane Hodder - I Think Patrick Swayze Is Sexy (http://s42.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=055Y17ZFUJQV63IFWSES0OVFSY) (Rock/Hardcore)
Finch - Gak 2 (http://s42.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0ILM6XM6D5A4V1LTCA1OS40IYP) (Experimental Pop Punk/Rock)
Jack's Mannequin - Holiday From Real (http://s37.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=3BTI4VZYUNV9T3NJ2K7MF85G8I) (Soft Rock)
Over It - Siren On The 101 (http://s42.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2QMKFWEKSRTSO370C7TDS6VN1V) (Pop Punk/Power Pop)

Enjoy whatever you review :thumb:

[Riding_Downstream]

Dibs on Finch

[Riding_Downstream]

The intro is good the singer is a little too breathy for me. The guitars are great. The music is good, I don't like the singer too much, but once he starts to sing instead of whisper he's ok. The melodics of the voice are good, but when he whispers I don't like it. The instruments are all very good. Then he starts to scream. which completely feels unneeded, and it completely ruins it for me. Overall this is an ok song.
6/10

[Jersey's Best Dancer]

recomendations?

[Riding_Downstream]

sorry about that I got kicked off the internet after I posted that
And Grateful Dead, reviews are made from peoples take on the song, I didn't like it and if you did good for you.
Hot Hot Heat You Owe Me An IOU
Keane This is the Last Time
Madness Our House

YSI won't work for me right now so I can try to post links later but I won't be home till Thursday, so I'll try again later

[Kif]

Grateful meant that you didn't put that much effort into the review. It seems like you didn't describe the song, and for a 5 minute song, you could at least give details about different parts of the song. You know, parts you liked and disliked, what made them good and what could make them better?

Anyway, just some thoughts

Holy crap when did Grateful get his 2001 status!

[Dave de Sylvia]

Considering you managed to download and review a 5 minute song in exactly 5 minutes, I'd go out on a limb and say that you put next to no effort into your review. This game functions because people take the time and energy to listen to and review songs well. Your review did no justice to Kif's before, and the review of your song will probably be far better than yours warranted. Did you even listen to the entire track?

Holy crap when did Grateful get his 2001 status!

People always seem surprised by that. :confused:

[Kif]

Bah since he's clearly not bothering with uploading a list just take another of mine

[Jersey's Best Dancer]

Over It - Siren On The 101

Starts off with a faint guitar riff and then kicks right into singing. It is a typical pop punk song throught the frist verse. It picks up for the chorus. The chorus is more enjoyable then the verse. Then another verse like the first, then the chorus again. Tehn it brakes down w/ a different singer and a faint guitar riff. Then it kicks in a little harder then the rest of the song. There is a nice little drum fill and then it slows down. The lead singer sings w/ just guitar and a faint violin playing. Then it goes into the chorus once again. It ends with a snare drum fill and the singer saying "Let me go!"

5/10

Recomendations:
Champion - Looking Back (hardcore)
The Real McKenzies - Get Lost (Scottish punk)
Lawrence Arms - Dancing Machine (Pop punk/Punk)
The Toasters - Modern World America (Ska)

I can't upload any of the songs, so use limewire or sumthing of that nature if u can pls. Sry

[Angry Balled Fists!]

Er, 2nd big bump of the day.

[Kif]

FloggingMurphy doesn't post here much I think, I guess it would be alright for someone to upload another list since no one is blatently going to do these (Unless someone here does have these songs)

[Kif]

Say Anything - Belt (http://s48.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=3L1L4CYFCN5IN2YSKHZTARHX3X) (Indie/Pop-Punk)
Saosin - Bury Your Head (http://s48.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2HU0VQ6RL3ZT916PYMONMVWRKN) (Hardcore/Rock)
Armor For Sleep - Dream To Make Believe (http://s48.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=1DXQRT9GZQBYK2R9GM4WDKH2G3) (Pop-Punk/Post-Hardcore)
JamisonParker - Paper, Rock, Scissors (http://s48.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0NBF595E4IEE6035GHNQONVAWS) (Indie Rock/Pop-Punk)
Reggie And The Full Effect - Apocolypse WOW! (http://s48.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=1NE1KLW9O194C3MVW0KVCL3M92) (Hardcore/Synth Pop)

Someone reply

[Angry Balled Fists!]

If no one else does, i will when i get home...

[Kif]

I hate how this thread is neglected by the community

[Permanent Solution]

I can't do them really until I get back to school, I can do this right now as I have some free time I guess, but don't let it die again guys :(

/dibs

[Angry Balled Fists!]

Oh yeah, i was gonna do it.

I'll do it next, i take part anyway...

[Permanent Solution]

Armor for Sleep - Dream to Make Believe

Well people talk about this band a bit, but I've never heard any of their stuff, so I have kinda high expectations, we'll see how it's met ;)

Starts out laid back for about 2 measures, then distortion comes on, same riff again. Singer sounds a little bit like the guy from Thursday I think, but not as good. In fact this sounds pretty similar to Thursday to me as far as it all goes. Not as good though imo.

I actually don't like the singer that much, he's not a bad singer, but his voice just isn't quite right I don't think. It's a little bit on the generic side, but so is most of this style of music, so that's ok. I think I'd listen to this with a different vocalist, but the current one isn't my style really.

There was some depth in the music, but it could have done more with vocal harmonies. I also couldn't really hear the bass, it could be mixed higher. Drums and guitar were good and fit the style fine.

7/10

Rcommendations coming.

[Permanent Solution]

Frodus - Belgian Congo (Instrumental Indie Rock) (http://s21.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=1DREM3HHKWTBO0RIPSAN94BSUY)
Flu 13 - Karma (Rock) (http://s21.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=08320L48MATSO1MFJ6IBHJYOZN)
Five Iron Frenzy - Cool Enough For You (Ska/Punk) (http://s21.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0BNHUOMGQ6W282UHWFORUOIOD0)
Dredg - Bug Eyes (Alternative Progressive) (http://www.purevolume.com/dredg)
Dynamite Hack - Boyz n tha Hood (cover) (Acoustic/Comedy?) (http://s21.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=15Y3L27MLN4YF0YIDRW8JFGY09)

[albert_bass]

Five Iron Frenzy - Cool Enough For You

The song starts with some pretty cool horns, and after the intro it comes an also cool bass line with the usual skankin guitar around there. So the vocals enter not much later. I don't really like the vocals, but they're not bad. The song goes on with the same bass line, vocals and the horns in a repeated verse thing, and then a chorus when vocals and horns change a bit. The song goes on like this until it suddenly stops. Then the guitar enters palm muting, followed by the bass and then the horns. Until then I thought...It says ska/punk, when is punk coming here? And then the guitar kicks in with the distortion and the bass line changes while the vocals go on a catchy lalalala. It is a good song, but I've heard much better ska songs. Overall... 7.5/10

My recommendations (they are coming):

Toy Dolls - Tocatta In D Moll (http://s14.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=1YQDPOIUMR26R136R9ROMI9ZRD) (Bach cover :)) (Classical/Punk)

The Filaments - Bastard Coppers (http://s14.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=351UIHKUCWOTD0SMU71ML6GGSY) (Street punk with horns) this band is also known as awesomness in a bottle.

Lagwagon - Coffee and cigarettes (http://s5.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=33S6R1O6OT3YY14K3ES0ESTKT1) (pop-punk)

[Tjebby]

I'll try it, It will be very bad. So someone else should do it to.

EDIT: dibs...

[Tjebby]

The Filaments-Bastard Coppers
The intro is nice. I like how it starts with everyone playing, then just the cymbal tap and the very nice horns. That continues for two measures, I believe. The singer reminds me very much of the lead singer for the Descendents. I think the ska guitar rythm is cool. The verse makes me want to dance. The refrain is alright, not my favorite. They could use more words for the refrain, instead of just Bastard Coppers. But the horns in this song are very good. The little solo/bridge is cool. I would want to learn it on guitar. The part where they just say **** the pigs is cool. It reminds me of when everyone would just start screaming it at the top of their lungs. Overall I like this song. Its reminiscent of two-tone ska and street punk, like Albert said. I really like the drum beat, it reminds me of a jazzish beat. I would give it a 8/10.

Is that a good review? If so, recommendations coming soon.

Amber Pacific-For What Its Worth (http://s37.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=26Y0EPF7YYKOR1UFHF6BHG265U)(harder pop-punk, I think. I'm not good on genres)

Little Mojo-Trip The Light Fantastic (http://s37.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=3OK6MCCQPN95U2PQNAEXOMZMHU )(acoustic rock, with a little bit of rap)

The Blood Brothers-American Vultures (http://s37.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=11XWLM07E0G013C6AOEQQEU9J6 )(Punk/Indie)

Evergreen Terrace-New Friend Request (http://s49.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2VO73JEUM1JDJ06TP1NMABA16I )(hardcore)

[albert_bass]

Yeah, I think it's good. At least I like it.

[Tjebby]

Bump!

[Gnarmageddon]

Hahahaha, Mike. You put American Vultures up. That song is so funny.

[Untitled]

American Vultures is my fave blood brothers song, ever.

[Dave de Sylvia]

Little Mojo - Tripping Fantastic (5:00)

My research has imformed me that this is an unsigned duo who have been compared with Jason Mraz. This comes as no surprise, as Mraz was the first thing that came to mind when I heard the acoustic opening and the soft half-rapped vocals that succeeded it.

The guitar playing is very tight - a repetitive partly muted bass note/chord motif, which again recalls Jason Mraz or Dave Matthews. The first vocalist initially remind me of Jason Mraz, but also of Justin Timberlake at times. The second vocalist (Nicky J.?) is a straight-up rapper. His voice is monotonous, his parts are entirely rhythm based.

The lyrics are gibberish, something about a mojo, but nobody cares. The chorus is fun and very catchy. The drums and synth compliment the mood very nicely. These guys don't take themselves too seriously. There's a cool drum-oriented breakdown before the song continues in the vain of Jason Mraz, with the "yeah yeah yeah"s, before reverting to a short rap and fading out.

Very catchy tune. The sound wasn't highly original, like I said it reminded me of other artists, but it was certainly inventive and a break from the hip-hop norm. Very nice tune - 7/10.

The Replacements - Bastards Of Young (http://s1.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/91ac15274a8be5bf) (Alternative/Punk)

The Wildhearts - Vanilla Radio (http://s1.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/b7308748dc9d558f/) (Hard rock)

Butch Walker - Get Down (http://s1.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/fab368d597dad1f6/) (Pop/Rock)

Butch Walker - Alicia Amnesia (http://s1.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/4780947bdc1d667c/) (Punk-pop++)

[Angry Balled Fists!]

Dibs.

[Angry Balled Fists!]

Butch Walker - Alicia Amnesia

It starts off with some drums, then a heavy, funky guitar riff come in. when the vocals come in, chunky palm muted chords play. The vocals are very cool imo, something different, quite rough. The run down is more melodic, and the singing is less rough. The guitar is playing slow chords over the instruments. Then just before the chorus, is a quiet, palm muted chords playing over him whispering, probably my favourite part of the song, it builds up the chorus well. Then the chorus kicks in and it’s quite fast, loud and distorted. With very catchy lyrics, i like it.The verse plays again, same order. Until a solo comes in, with funky music playing in the background, it’s nothing too hard but nice anyway. It slows down, and goes quite for a second and then the chorus starts again. Then a great echoey effect takes place with lots of different voices singing, and then the end of the chorus is repeated over until the end.

Overall, i loved the song, it kept me listneing and wasn't too predictable, the vocals were really great, and it was the first song i've heard from him/them.

[Angry Balled Fists!]

Fall Out Boy - The Pros and cons of breathing :
httpxxx://s22.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=19MW21FPPZKIP3RM4XDFS4JNKO

Alkaline Trio - All On Black
httpxxx://s7.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=209Q4ITZHYNW41N22WQMR276RV

Remove xxx's, thanks.

[Dave de Sylvia]

Cool :)

p.s. www.ultrashare.net

Alternative to YSI but
- no expiry date, only deleted if inactive for 30 days
- no annoying ads
- no need to edit links

[Angry Balled Fists!]

ok, will do from now on.

[Riding_Downstream]

Alkaline Trio called

[Riding_Downstream]

ok The opening guitaars are nice and set the song well. I like this guys vocals better than the other Alk3 guy. The drums in the background keep the song going. The guitar keeps the beat, and the harmonies are great. When it breaks and has just the lyrics is a nice touch, then the lead back to the song is good too. The guitar parts between the verses are fun to listen to. The lyrics fit nicely.

The song seemas a little repetitive in the end, it seems its the same guitar and other parts, but then it breaks to a guitar lead underneath lyrics. Then the finishing music closes the song very well.

Overall it isn't the best Alkaline Trio song, but it is a very fun song to listen to.

7/10

Links
The Rasmus- In My Life
http://s5.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/0312ac4e404fe5c5/

Daniel Lioneye- The King of Rock & Roll
http://s5.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/b92968e7b4f616a9/

Switchfoot- Chem 6a
http://s5.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/52a477f18ed82c8a/

[Dave de Sylvia]

Two of the mp3's don't work, something about license migration, so I went with this one.

Daniel Lioneye- The King of Rock & Roll

Begins with the sound of motor engines rumbling, joined by a drum roll which resolves to a stright beat, before a synthesised guitar riff comes in. Reminds me of the Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, then the vocals come in to confirm I was right. The echoed effect on the vocals is very cool, but the vocals are crap.

The verse follows a familiar pattern - a call/response pattern between the vocalist and the band. It sounds fine, but then again it's one of those patterns that rarely fails. The lyrics are awful, him threatening to "give us what we want" or some bull like that. I wish he'd shut up.

The chorus sees this man who is apparently struggling to breathe announce he's the "king of rock n' roll", and I don't doubt it for a second. I bet he dresses like Elvis too... twat. There's a rather tasty twin lead guitar bit after the chorus which continues through the rest of the song. I like this alot, but unfortunately the singer returns and drowns them out. The song fades to a horrible mess of lead guitar wanking, police sirens and that guy.

Ick. 2/10 on account of the guitar playing.

The Replacements - Bastards Of Young (http://s1.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/91ac15274a8be5bf) (Alternative/Punk)

The Wildhearts - Vanilla Radio (http://s1.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/b7308748dc9d558f/) (Hard rock)

Butch Walker - Get Down (http://s1.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/fab368d597dad1f6/) (Pop/Rock)

Manic Street Preachers - Faster (http://s2.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/8e681685922dfb5c/) (Punk)

[Kif]

I'll dibs, it's been a while anyway

EDIT: I can't get any of them, it just loads the page and that's it

[Angry Balled Fists!]

Yeah...

[Kif]

Oh it's working now, dibs again

[Kif]

Manic Street Preachers - Faster
It begins a very odd intro. Someone talking quite quitely and then another noise, then it quickly rushes into the full song. I like the way it starts, and when the vocals kick in, it sounds a lot more hectic. The vocals aren't too amazing, they sound good in places I suppose.

The chorus is very good with a nice guitar melody and the fast-paced drumming track. Again, I'd say the only thing that ruins this is the vocals. After this, it goes into a "pre-verse" part. The guitar in the verse sounds weird, very old, and kinda creeped me out.

Then there's another verse and chorus. They flow together very well, and the song keeps it's energy up all the way through. It then heads into a bridge. The solo is really great for a rock band like this, and is long enough to keep me entertained.

Overall, I liked this song a lot. There was a lot of variety in the music, and the drumming and guitar riffs flowed together fantastically. The only thing that ruined it was the vocals, which sounded quite bad at some places (Especially the chorus).

7/10, would've been 8/10 but the vocals took it down 1

[Kif]

List of downloads:
Funeral For A Friend - 10 Scene Points To The Winner (http://s39.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0587OD68KS27M1CSCQFPWJ9Q7Q) (Hardcore/Pop-Punk)
Evergreen Terrace - New Friend Request (http://s39.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0ICRBPJRAR3X13QBT1IAU0433J) (Hardcore)
Reggie And The Full Effect - Congratulations Smack And Katy (http://s39.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=256I21KG0YTBM2N10HO8CRC88D) (Pop-Punk/Indie Rock)
Jack's Mannequin - I'm Ready (http://s39.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0P0N3UMXLHDPB159DK5RTBOQP0) (Indie/Alternative)

[Kif]

This shizz is getting bumped

[Nightvision]

dibs - I'll do 'Congratulations Smack and Katy'

[Kif]

Bump again :angry:

[Kif]

Bumped if anyone new wants to enter/Jason sees this

[Mute Print]

Jack's Mannequin - I'm Ready
Starts out with spoken words “And today was a day just like any other,” followed by a piano, which leads immediately into the first verse. The vocals are strong and fit well with the piano piece. The song speeds up a bit, and becomes more upbeat, when it hits the chorus. At around 2:30, another spoken piece enters into the background. The spoken words blend in with the singers voice when it resumes. The speaking adds to the impact of the song, because the words are very powerful. The song ends with repetition of the words “I’m Ready”, followed by a short piano outro.

Overall, I thought the song was pretty amazing. The vocals and piano flowed effortlessly throughout the whole song. It is a great example of an excellent piano-rock song, although that is to be expected from a man as talented as Andrew McMahon. 9/10

[Kif]

Yeah that was good, although you should add a rating from 1-10, but the detail was decent

[Mute Print]

List of Downloads
A Thorn For Every Heart - 99 With An Anchor (http://s16.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2BQBT2TFFQ6OS2D4NZ9989PVK2) (Pop-Punk)
Breakdance Vietnam - Heartbreak Radio (http://s16.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=1TTQBTJFF3Y8G30S815XYG7HI2) (Pop-Punk/Indie)
Roses are Red - Conversations (http://s16.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=1ZSQ71HYTNC3P0KBFNZLF551VQ) (Rock)
Spitalfield - What Were You Thinking (http://s16.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2VZV0OH1TSCVJ11S695MKNPGLU) (Indie/Alternative)

[The Crowing]

-Revive-

[Kif]

ESP: Upload these again, since they will have expired by now

[Mute Print]

Downloads (again) :)
A Thorn For Every Heart - 99 With An Anchor (http://s39.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0FJXRT2CJZD5I2GFXN8PCKZW1F) (Pop-Punk)
Breakdance Vietnam - Heartbreak Radio (http://s39.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=15I1ZSFOFWR603J2OVBZL4H7SA) (Pop-Punk/Indie)
Roses Are Red - Conversations (http://s39.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=3ODNIY53HB0HH0VQ8KYW9DXYS1) (Rock)
Spitalfield - What Were You Thinking (http://s39.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=313OEJ1SY5H9J3KLM4M5LAIM7W) (Indie/Alternative)

[Tjebby]

Bump to please Vince.

[Kif]

They've expired again :lol:

I didn't even know this was bumped. If I did, I would've have dibbed it

[Mute Print]

Downloads (yet again) :D

A Thorn For Every Heart - 99 With An Anchor (http://s20.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=1U27Q5V8KUFW12Y8SCSPG98MFG)
Breakdance Vietnam - Heartbreak Radio (http://s20.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2K8J419MCN8IZ1JV3UD0AH5RIT)
Roses Are Red - Conversations (http://s20.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=3UVHR0BOWIH8G3DB7EJVMUMCMY)
Spitalfield - What Were You Thinking (http://s20.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=3ING7EP5QJSHR3L76Z7UWWU8DS)

[Kif]

Dibbed

[Kif]

Roses Are Red - Conversations
Wow, it's been too long in my opinion. This is a great thread and it's a shame it isn't as utilized as it should be. Still, it's back now much to my approval :D

Onto the song. It kicks in straight away with a catchy palm-muted and heavy riff, which leads into the full band. The vocals catch my attention, sounding distorted and loud. It works well against the gritty feel of the music, and sends you into the full song. The 2 guitars sound great together, although at some bits one does seem very quiet.

Into the chorus, it sounds very radio-friendly and similar to lots of bands around today. The backing vocals add a bit of depth to it, but it doesn't jump out. That being said, it doesn't need to when the chorus sounds great as it is.

One thing that puts me off is it's hard to tell when the chorus begins and the verse ends. The music sounds similar all throughout, with no real lead-ins to each other, and the vocals don't differate at all either. The bridge is the most noticable part of the song, using a high melody over a palm-muted riff. It works very well as 2 vocalist part lay over each other, and backing vocals bring them out more. It takes a long time to finish though haha.

Overall, an impressive song I think. The music wasn't too original, but fitted with the vocals very well. It is hard to tell parts of the song apart though, which is probably my only gripe about it.

8/10

Selection coming shortly

[Kif]

Selection:

I Am The Avalanche - New Disaster (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=198U55FL) (Pop-Punk)
Bullet For My Valentine - Four Words (To Choke Upon) (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=33N5UKXI) (Pop-Punk/Metalcore)
Saosin - Uphill Battle (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=240F25BO) (Melodic Hardcore)
My Awesome Compilation - You Need Discipline (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=357ZMLTW) (Pop-Punk/Rock)

[Angry Balled Fists!]

Dibs it like this baby.

[Angry Balled Fists!]

My Awesome Compilation - You Need Discipline

Ok, so this song starts off with feedback from the guitar then the drums kick in with the cymbals then all the instruments blast in, the guitar riff is pretty boring i think but the verse then comes in really smoothly and the voclas come in, he sounds good, nice to hear a brit for once :p, after he sings for a while over the full distorted guitar he says the line 'You need Discipline' the riff comes in again with no vocals, i like this part, a drum roll comes in to the chorus which is quite nice, good mix of two vocalists throughout the song, but the chorus is very short...
Then a part where the guitar plays a very simple solo part and the voclas come in again, with nice background vocals, reminiscent of TBS, kinda like the end of Your so last summer the chorus is played a few times and it ends...

Overall, i didn't find the song catchy, i dooubt i will listen to it again, and it seemed really generic and boring.
The chorus was the strong point even though it was too short
It wasn't horrible but it wasn't interesting either...

4/10

Selections coming soon.

[Angry Balled Fists!]

Adolescents - Ameoba (80's Punk)
hxxp://s26.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0CKWBF2AEIQHM2VSRAY4DHTY6E

Adolescents - Creatures (80's Punk)
hxxp://s21.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2HM94OE3WYHCK2KHW36W65WDPY

Thrice - Deadbolt (Melodic Hardcore)
hxxp://s26.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2NSNT6WHJA4UD2IFEO9W1AHKOF

[The Crowing]

Adolescents - Ameoba (80's Punk)
hxxp://s26.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0CKWBF2AEIQHM2VSRAY4DHTY6E

Adolescents - Creatures (80's Punk)
hxxp://s21.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2HM94OE3WYHCK2KHW36W65WDPY

Thrice - Deadbolt (Melodic Hardcore)
hxxp://s26.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2NSNT6WHJA4UD2IFEO9W1AHKOF

I call Deadbolt.

[Kif]

Bumped

[Ganondorf]

I just wait for people to play then get free music

[The Crowing]

Nevermind. I have to work, someone else can get dibs.

[Kif]

OH OH OH Dibs

[Permanent Solution]

/me pokes Kifster

[Kif]

I know I know

I can't get any of them

[Kif]

Adolescents - Creatures
Begins straight into the song, with vocals and music starting almost immediately. I don't like that style, but I suppose it would sound better with the whole album. Seen as though this song is only about 2 minutes long, the verses are short and sweet, and the gritty vocals fit with the bursts of distortion.

The chorus is pretty standard, and in general just seems like a catchy line that fits the song's nature. I like it, and it sounds energetic for a punk song. The message of the song is quite self-explanitory, and works nicely against the loud music.

7/10, a good punk song but the beginning ruined it a little for me.

[Kif]

Selection:

I Am The Avalanche - New Disaster (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=198U55FL) (Pop-Punk)
Bullet For My Valentine - Four Words (To Choke Upon) (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=33N5UKXI) (Pop-Punk/Metalcore)
Lorene Drive - God Knows I Love You Kid (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=347U5YZU) (Melodic Hardcore/Pop-Punk)
The Rocket Summer - Goodbye Waves And Driveways (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=19OZE47F) (Acoustic Pop/Piano Rock)

[Permanent Solution]

Dibs if this isn't done like 6 ours from now. (i.e. when I'm back from all my classes)

[Kif]

He still has 2 hours to post

[Permanent Solution]

No no, I meant I won't get it up before then...if someone wants to do it before that, fine..else I'm doing it if no one else has when I'm back.

[Dave de Sylvia]

Bullet For My Valentine - Four Words (To Choke Upon)

I've been out of the reviews game for a while, I hope I still have it. I've no background knowledge of this band, nor have I heard any of their songs. Let's see what we got here...

Begins with a heavy, sustained power chord before a repeated high guitar riff comes in. Very pop-punk, very simple, very catchy. A few pick scrapes before drums begin to creep in, building up in tempo and volume. I can't hear bass at all, though that's standard for the genre it seems. Just as it seems a pop-punk verse is about to be unleashed, the riff cuts to a heavy metal riff, complete with pinch harmonic. Very nice.

Vocals remind me of Funeral For A Friend, melodic nasal voice contrasted with tough frat-rock growls. Music throughout is guitar-dominated, switching between the same lead line and lightly strummed octaves. There's a cool breakdown section in the middle where the metal riffist shows off his skills, before the soloist plays a solo which is half speed, half melody. Repeat verse/chorus and metal riff to finish.

Really good tune, apologies if I lack the necessary vocabulary to do it justice. 8/10.

Butch Walker - Alicia Amnesia (http://s1.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/4780947bdc1d667c/) (Pop Punk)

Motley Crue - Don't Go Away Mad (Just Go Away) (http://s2.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/f66801968281658e/) (Glam Metal Ballad)

Manic Street Preachers - You Love Us (http://s2.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/ddcf87a4286cb3f4/)(Glam Punk)

Manic Street Preachers - ifwhiteamericatoldthetruthforonedayit'sworldwouldf allapart (http://s6.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/4062d86e8beb403f/) (Hard Rock/Post Punk)

[Permanent Solution]

Butch Walker - Alicia Amnesia

Sounds like more modern rock than pop-punk based on the intro, though the vocals are definitely more in the vein of pop-punk. Some unique effects on the music that I can't quite pin down, but it sounds pretty cool. Some use of dynamics, which is good though a little predictable, I'm a real sucker for that right now. The vocalist is very good and I like his style, but I feel like he doesn't fit the music well. Like I said, I though this sounded like modern rock until the vocals came in, and I just don't feel like it all comes together right in the band. Pretty decent solo, nothing too show-offy, but it fits well. Real catchy riff driving most of the song too. That's probably the best part. Not much else to say, the pieces were there, but I don't think it was a good whole. 7/10

Halifax - Sydney (Pop-Punk) (http://tinyurl.com/duwey)
The Kinison - American Collectibles (Punk/Pop-Punk/Screamo?) (http://tinyurl.com/brmjb)
Noise Ratchet - New Room (Pop-Punk) (http://tinyurl.com/74m9g)
The Explosion - No Revolution (Pop-Punk) (http://tinyurl.com/dz75f)
Scary Kids Scaring Kids - My Darkest Hour (Pop-Punk) (http://tinyurl.com/aqy5g)

Sorry it's all Pop-Punk this time :p

[Kif]

Spat Out Plath: Don't worry, that was an impressive review

Oh, dibs

[Ganondorf]

American Collectibles is a good song

[Kif]

Yeah, but I've heard it. I've done my review, just finding a good song to upload

[Kif]

Noise Ratchet - New Room
I've never heard of this band, so this should be interesting. It has a somewhat Foo Fighters' style intro, with a high riff being played over a heavy melody. When the vocals come in, the guitars are picked very nicely, and over the harsh drumming, it sounds very good. The vocals aren't amazing, but they work well with the upbeat pop-punk style. Another clear feature is the bass, which is very noticeable, somewhat a rarity in pop-punk.

After the chorus, verse and another chorus play, there's an equally heavy bridge. It never loses it's energy or pace, which I especially like about this song. The loud shouting in the bridge also sounds great while the music changes slightly after every lyric. It ends very quickly as well, something I think works well because the song is so upbeat.

An impressive pop-punk song, with nice rhythms and vocals, and a steady change in melody.

8/10

Selection:

I Am The Avalanche - New Disaster (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=198U55FL) (Pop-Punk)
NOFX - I Am Going To Hell For This One (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=03FKC9G5) (Punk Rock/Pop-Punk)
Lorene Drive - God Knows I Love You Kid (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=347U5YZU) (Melodic Hardcore/Pop-Punk)
Cartel - Settle Down (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=03WISEW8) (Pop-Punk)

[Permanent Solution]

Lorene Drive - God Knows I love You Kid

Intro didn't do much for me until the riff with all the dissonance started. That sounds really cool. Lots of vocal variation, and I think the only thing I don't like is his really harsh scream, I don't think he has the voice for it. Everything else sounds quite good and I'm very impressed. Lots of effects on the guitar during the transitions too, sounds cool and adds a neat feel to the piece.

Breakdown is probably the most generic part of the song, but it fits in the song so it's fine. I just wish it was even crazier. The dynamic work afterwards is real cool too, laid back guitar and soft vocals before jumping back in. Outro guitar work is probably the best guitar on the song, and it sounds really cool. Doesn't sound too tough, but it adds a lot. Overall a really neat song, and very good. If the harsh screaming wasn't in there, or was executed better, I'd consider giving it a higher score, but I think I'll just give it a 9/10 and say it was very enjoyable bar that one aspect.

Halifax - Sydney (Pop-Punk) (http://tinyurl.com/duwey)
The Kinison - American Collectibles (Punk/Pop-Punk/Screamo?) (http://tinyurl.com/brmjb)
The Explosion - No Revolution (Pop-Punk) (http://tinyurl.com/dz75f)
Scary Kids Scaring Kids - My Darkest Hour (Pop-Punk) (http://tinyurl.com/aqy5g)
Open Hand - Radio Days (Indie/Pop-Punk with awesome drumming) (http://tinyurl.com/clgw9)

[Angry Balled Fists!]

Dibs.

[Permanent Solution]

Dan you best do this before I'm back from classes :mad:

[Angry Balled Fists!]

Oh shi.

[Ganondorf]

Do Open Hand they're good

[Angry Balled Fists!]

Halifax - Sydney
This is the firstr ime i've heards Halifax, so it should be interesting. My Dad was born in Halifax.
The song starts off with a very good intro, nice lead parts with hard guitar work, a very cool riff. The singing starts and he sounds a lot like Patrick from Fall Out Boy, which isn't a bad thing imo. The verse is great, unsing the same type of riff as the intro, but with some palm muting. Teh verse leads into the chorus really nicely woith it quietining and the singer holdng a note. The chorus is less impressive compared to the verse. Good use of duel vocals in the song. After the chorus a very TBS esque part comes in, where the singer whispers in a way over lead notes, which buids up to the chorus again. Nice ending, where the chorus includes some screaming and it finishes on the same riff as the intro.

WoW, i really loved this song, i really want to hear mor eof their stuff. Cheers Vince.

9/10

[Angry Balled Fists!]

Thrice - Deadbolt (Melodic Hardcore)
hxxp://s26.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2NSNT6WHJA4UD2IFEO9W1AHKOF

Adolescents - Ameoba (80's Punk)
hxxp://s26.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0CKWBF2AEIQHM2VSRAY4DHTY6E

From First To Last - Ride the wings of pestillence.
(Pop-Punk / post hardcore ?)
hxxp://s45.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2V9O1Z9M6DMTR1OLW4HO9JUY62

[Ganondorf]

The video for that FFTL song is so pathetic ;)

[Angry Balled Fists!]

It's a great song.

[Ganondorf]

Yeah it's an ok song

[Kif]

Dibs

[Kif]

Thrice - Deadbolt
It starts very casually with a nice melodic intro. The drums sound very heavy, which I'm not feeling much, but the guitar work makes up for that. When the vocals kick in, I'm not too fond of his singing voice. It's gritty, but it doesn't sound cool. When he shouts in the chorus, it fits his vocal chords a lot better. Another heavy riff combines with a higher riff for the chorus, which sounds pretty cool.

The breakdown is pretty cool, especially the riff that they play. It's got a very sub-dued feel to it, very similar to Funeral For A Friend. The melody is simple, yet repeated a lot and it sounds really good. It then breaks down into a piano melody, which sounds really off to me. Maybe it's a lead in to the next track, I'm not sure. It just seems really random to me.

7/10 from me. It had a good steady pace with decent riffs, but the bad production on drumming and poor vocals let it down for me. The breakdown made up for a bit though.

Selection:

Head Automatica - Brooklyn Is Burning (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=03Y0STZG) (Pop-Punk/Electronica)
NOFX - I Am Going To Hell For This One (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=03FKC9G5) (Punk Rock/Pop-Punk)
Avenged Sevenfold - Beast And The Harlot (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=033T8AD5) (Heavy Metal)
Cartel - Settle Down (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=03WISEW8) (Pop-Punk)

[Angry Balled Fists!]

I love that song, the part on the middle, the breakdown is so awesome.

[Permanent Solution]

Dibs either now, or I might do it in three hours *shrug*

[Permanent Solution]

Cartel - Settle Down

Starts off with a fun drum beat and then joined by the vocals and finall bass and guitar. Typical pop-punk style vocals, but they fit the music great and everything sounds well put together. Lots of neat instrumental work, dropping out at certain points to accenuate other aspects and such. Neat bridge, but the slow ridge is overdone and doesn't feel as cool. The bass fill works better than the part precluding it. Lots of neat guitar work at the end, not quite a solo at first because the vocals are stil going, but at the end it is. Solid ending too. Overall it was very generic, but good generic, so it wasn't boring and overly done or trite, but nor was it anything outstanding that really draws attention. 8.5/10

The Kinison - American Collectibles (Punk/Pop-Punk/Screamo?) (http://tinyurl.com/brmjb)
The Explosion - No Revolution (Pop-Punk) (http://tinyurl.com/dz75f)
Scary Kids Scaring Kids - My Darkest Hour (Pop-Punk) (http://tinyurl.com/aqy5g)
Open Hand - Radio Days (Indie/Pop-Punk with awesome drumming) (http://tinyurl.com/clgw9)
Don't Look Down - Defined by Your Desire (Pop-Punk) (http://tinyurl.com/9c7ux)

[Tjebby]

The Kinison - American Collectibles

This song begins with a few taps on the cymbal, then leads into a cool riff. The lead singer has a tad bit annoying voice, but you could definently get used to it. The bass line is nifty, I'm a fan. Then it hits the chorus, and the guitar riff is another good one. I like the lyrics in the chorus. Second verse comes back to the nifty bass and cool guitars. The lyrics start to begin a bit cheesy, but thats okay. The bridge i think, is pretty good, I really like when the singer screams. And then the chorus repeats again. The drums throughout the whole song were good, I really liked the beat. I give it a 8.5/10, on account of the vocals/lyrics aren't the best.

http://www.purevolume.com/enkido (Iowa band. :cool:, pop-punk with a bit of scream)

http://www.purevolume.com/thelifestyle (Iowa Band, pop-punk with a bit of scream and indie)

http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendID=12173375&Mytoken=20050902191850
(Iowa Band, My Dearest Apollo. They are post-hardcore, pop-punk.)

And songs...

Riddlin Kids - I Feel Fine (http://s13.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=1O85RFOF26RD41LW9SZ1SHZY5H)(power-pop/pop-punk)
Hawk Nelson - Take Me (http://s13.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=1MBD8IGWQFWJ01WAKZU0KNAGIB)(power-pop/pop-punk)
Between Arms - Year Without Reign (http://s13.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2PRIFIC0ZKN9G2CYRJQ8KLP2VZ)(post-hardcore)
Gwar - Saddam A Go-Go (http://s39.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=303E6TCJ2BXC62LU7ZPIB5259L) (rock)
Wiggum - Dancing Machine (http://s39.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2ZNFAUZP7NJDY0AP9XYVJ9SVZY) (pop-punk)

[Mute Print]

Dibs :cool:

[Mute Print]

Between Arms - Year Without Reign

The song starts off with a few taps on the cymbol followed by a guitar intro. The vocals kick in at about 0:20. The lead singer has a bit of a unique voice, but I enjoy it. The lyrics throughout the song are solid, and the occasional scream, although not incredibly strong, fits well with the song. Overall the drums, guitar, bass, and vocals seem to fit very well together. The song had quite a bit of energy, and kept me hooked the whole time. I'd definately be interested in hearing more from this band.

9/10, I definately liked it. The screams and vocals could use some improvement, but it doesn't take away from the song. I was impressed.


Downloads

Lovedrug - Spiders (http://s24.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=06ZX0XNCMFZ81172BKWE0RX7N5) (Alternative/Indie)
June - OK Corral (http://s24.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0HI4D8SFSC0D30DXSOU33RJS06) (Pop-Punk)
Inferis - More Attitude Than Gratitude (http://s24.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=1LSSJOJSNIM5Z0ZZK54YP98GC7) (Local/Hardcore) *Not For The Faint Of Heart*
Punchline - Heart Transplant (http://s24.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=0FVP34F538TBX36FRAIN4T2XBR) (Pop-Punk)

[Permanent Solution]

dibs

[Permanent Solution]

June - OK Corral

So I chose this song because I just saw these guys live, and I thought they were pretty good, and I wanted to hear how they sound on album. I think I regret not picking up their CD while I was there now. They had such a devoted fan base at their show I had actually thought they were perhaps a lttle overrated, but they're good, I defintely respect this. Now to the song:

Starts with some palm-muted guitars and vocals. The vocalist fits really well for some reason, and the harmonies they bring in are good. Neat orchestration too, very pretty and then the drums kick in and the song starts to rock. Cool sounding, lots of crescendoing/decrescendoing. It sounds cool. They have a good control of dynamics and do some cool things with the alternating vocalists. Tons of harmonies in most of it too, very neat.

The break in the middle with bass is cool, though typical, and then it builds back in well from there. A lot of generic elements to it, but I didn't ever find it that boring to listen to. Very quick end to the song, and I don't think it quite fits, the control they show in the rest of the song would have better fit some fade out with harmonies I think, oh well.

9/10

The Explosion - No Revolution (Pop-Punk) (http://tinyurl.com/dz75f)
Scary Kids Scaring Kids - My Darkest Hour (Pop-Punk) (http://tinyurl.com/aqy5g)
Open Hand - Radio Days (Indie/Pop-Punk with awesome drumming) (http://tinyurl.com/clgw9)
Don't Look Down - Defined by Your Desire (Pop-Punk) (http://tinyurl.com/9c7ux)
Bridge to Solace - Rethink, Redefine, Revolt (Hardcore/Metalcore) (http://tinyurl.com/8rxqt)

[Tjebby]

Dibs at 10. If no one has done this past 10, I get dibs.

[Angry Balled Fists!]

10 ?

[Kif]

I'll do it now then

[Tjebby]

10 ?
10 p.m. CST. So like 4 A.M. GMT. I won't get off work until 930, get home at ten.

[Kif]

I've already done it, just uploading last song now

[Kif]

Bridge to Solace - Rethink, Redefine, Revolt

Now, I am not the biggest fan of metalcore. Yet, there are some bands which pull it off very well. The song starts off very heavily, with palm muting straight into the full band. I heard a nice pinch harmonic, which is always awesome. The vocals aren't too deep, which I like, and I think it fits the melodic and fast pace of the music. The chorus has short bursts of music leading to more heavier bits, and I think that's a nice different section for the song.

The bridge feels a bit quieter, but then quickly heads into the chorus againm only to jump into the quieter section again. It's chanting shouts and running bassline certianly seperates it from the rest of the song. The end finishes with another chorus (I think), and an impressive solo to cap off the song.

It's a really good song in my opinion, with lots of grinding riffs and the right amount of shouting vocals.

8/10 from me

Selection:

Head Automatica - Brooklyn Is Burning (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=03Y0STZG) (Pop-Punk/Electronica)
The Bled - Hotel Coral Essex (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=01AHHP7Q) (Melodic Hardcore)
Avenged Sevenfold - Beast And The Harlot (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=033T8AD5) (Heavy Metal)
Say Anything - Belt (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=01GB7GX6) (Indie Rock/Pop-Punk)

[Tjebby]

Dibsy baby.

[Tjebby]

Head Automatica - Brooklyn Is Burning

So the way this song starts out with a little techno beat, I didn't think it would be pop-punk at all. Then some guitar comes, and horns start to play. About 30 seconds the vox come in, pretty nice. A little tamborine tapping, and the chorus comes along. Its a very catchy chorus, cool guitar parts. Then it goes back to its techno/electronica beats. The second verse is nifty. The bridge/solo is pretty nifty. This whole song is nifty. I like it alot. I could definently listen to these guys alot. 10/10. I'm really digging it. Its very catchy.

Mae - We're So Far Away (http://s36.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=1213JAANJR8Q83429XYPGPBU8F) (Piano Rock)

Bones Brigade - Fear The Reaper (http://s36.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2EDEL3UDD44410QH9TQ3YQW873) (hardcore street punk)

Fall Out Boy - Calm Before The Storm (http://s36.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2547SGM2FI65M1G9JQUO2ZKAGV) (pop-punk)

The Bravery - An Honest Mistake (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=03IDNXYA) (synthesized pop-rock)

[Ganondorf]

Mae - We're So Far Away

Starts with dramatic piano stuff. This sensitive guy comes in and starts singing softly, and the piano work follows suite and changes.Sounds pretty romantic, if the singer was more of a wimp it wouldn't feel out of place on a Disney movie, but as he stands he retains enough mainliness not to make me hurl. It definetly has a very uplifting feel to it, classic romance song, none of the new emo cliche stuff. Oh shi- star sound effects, could see that coming a mile of. The harmonised (I think, I dunno the term) 'ahhh-ing' is pretty effective, and fits into the whole feel of the song. The outro is pretty good also. I'd only heard 'of' this band before, and thought they were gonna be another emo-ish band, but this was something different. The crash of drums, guitar and bass at the end was uneeded though, and justrang of a band trying to asert their 'attitude' onto the listeners. Overall, a very good song, but you need to be in a certain, loved-up mood to enjoy it to the full I guess

8/10

The Luniz - I Got 5 On It (http://s17.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=3VXW4K2EHNWHW38Z4BM5JI9VGX) (Old skool Hip-Hop)

Rocket From The Crypt - Who Let the Snakes In? (http://s17.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2M8NP4R9F41TP0VQ4LZILTR9P7) (Pop/Indie/Punk)

[Kif]

Alright I'll dibs... this should be interesting...

[Kif]

The Luniz - I Got 5 On It
Before even reviewing this song, I did a little research and found out it's a song about weed. Brilliant, let's get right into it then. It starts out with an electronic based intro with a nice slow beat. The occasional vocals coming on lead into the full song, with a great hip-hop beat and bassline that is catchy and emphasizes the vocals well. The rapper is good too, and has some great rhyhmes.

It builds up into the chorus slowly and quietly, and it sounds really good with the occasional scratches and proper singing in the chorus. The lyrics are also pretty repetitive and make the chorus a lot more catchy with the lack of music and rapping.

There isn't really much change in music, but you don't need it in a hip-hop song which focus' on the lyrics and vocals really. It's pretty catchy, and the pace of the song is really nice.

7/10. I'm not that much of a hip-hop man, but I thought that was pretty cool. Maybe a little too quiet, but I guess that sets the mood for lighting one up :thumb:

Selection:

The Movielife - Walking On Glass (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=04IUYJDD) (Pop-Punk)
The Fall Of Troy - Ghostship Part IV (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=04IACTK9) (Melodic Hardcore/Grindcore)
Avenged Sevenfold - Beast And The Harlot (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=033T8AD5) (Heavy Metal)
Say Anything - Belt (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=01GB7GX6) (Indie Rock/Pop-Punk)

[Ganondorf]

Avenged Sevenfold - Beast and the Harlot

Pretty operatic opening, dragged out guitars and pounding drums soon make way for thumping double bass and tehe typical metal riffage. It's pretty intense, and the vocals, the 'attitude' style voice really fits the song. I'm quite supised the chorus is quite melodic, perhaps this is why so many 'emo' kids like this band. It's good though, and once again subsides for the standard metal fare, complete with virtuoso guitar solo,which is pretty impressive. This kinda reminds me of Dream Theater's 'Train of Thought' style music, if DT were more 'scene' ;) Around 3:56 it goes to a more 'stomping' part before going to the chorus, which I actually love now.

Overall, I actually quite like this song, not the trash fest I expected them to be, and the song is pretty well structured.

9/10

Public Enemy - He Got Game (http://s23.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=3I3UGJSQ5BQXK0LVMO25CGOJ9F) (Old skool Hip-Hop)

Rocket From The Crypt - Who Let the Snakes In? (http://s17.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2M8NP4R9F41TP0VQ4LZILTR9P7) (Pop/Indie/Punk)

[Dave de Sylvia]

Public Enemy - He Got Game (4:42)

I'm guessing this tune is from the soundtrack to the Spike Lee film of the same name. I knew they did the soundtrack, so it's hardly a huge jump in logic.

It opens with a familiar looped sample, the chiming guitar harmonics of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young's For What It's Worth. I must admit I was shocked when I first heard it and forced me to question I'd known the song from this version all these years or whether I'd known the original. It's hardly important.

The lyrics seem to some sort of social commentary levelled against young sports stars. "He Got Game" but it's said sneerily, questioning what game is etc. Steven Stills is introduced, apparently, for the chorus which I suppose is fitting. This sounds very good, it all sounds very good. I'm glad they didn't just sample the chorus from the original. I felt like that's what it was building to and I was dreading it as it would have been awful. The choir works well with Stills' voice. Cool. 9/10.

Pogues - If I Should Fall From Grace With God (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=41K1CC71) (Irish punk)
Wildhearts - Girlfriend Clothes (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=04257869) (Hard rock)
DieCiS1e7E - Asuntos Internos (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=415ZG1JJ) (Hard Latino Rock)
Our Lady Peace - Tomorrow Never Knows (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=01X07UN0) (90's Rock Beatles cover)
Manic Street Preachers - ifwhiteamericatoldthetruthforonedayit'sworldwouldf allapart (http://s6.ultrashare.net/hosting/fs/4062d86e8beb403f/) (Hard rock/Post-punk)

[Kif]

Dibs on MSP

[Kif]

Manic Street Preachers -Ifwhiteamericatoldthetruthforonedayit'sworldwouldf allapart
I've heard this band already, but only from a couple of songs (My dad was a big fan of them). This song starts out with a radio-style announcement, which rushes into the song after about 20 seconds. The song has a rolling drum beat and a James Bond-esque style guitar melody. It sounds really cool and funky, and the vocals sound good over the gritty style of music.

The chorus keeps with the rolling drums, and the music gets a bit more cheerier. The vocals also get a little higher, and I think this gives the song a bit of variety and it sounds really cool. Another verse passes by, and then it heads into the bridge (I think, it might be another verse).

Anyway, there's a nice little high lick in the background which you can just hear. That would be nice if it was a little louder, but it doesn't matter. The bridge quickly bursts into a really cool sounding effect on the guitar, into a mini solo, and that sounds ****ing sweet if you ask me. There's a short riff and vocals at the end too, but this lasts about 20 seconds, and then fades out.

Brilliant song for me. It is Brit-Rock to be fair, but it's awesome Brit-Rock. No poncy Hundred Reasons style, this is full on rock, and it's done brilliantly. The addition of the superb effects on guitar just adds to it's easy listenabilty and structure.

9/10, certianly a band I could get behind (Are they broken up now? I'm sure they are).

Selection coming up soon

[Dave de Sylvia]

They haven't broken up but they've as good as. The chief songwriter disappeared/killed himself and they've become a Travis cover band or something. Shame.

Have a look at this if you're interested: Manics (http://www.musicianforums.com/forums/showthread.php?p=9361674#post9361674)

Good review :)

[Kif]

They haven't broken up but they've as good as. The chief songwriter disappeared/killed himself and they've become a Travis cover band or something. Shame.

Have a look at this if you're interested: Manics (http://www.musicianforums.com/forums/showthread.php?p=9361674#post9361674)

Good review :)
Wow, that sucks about them. Travis are already bad enough, the don't need better bands covering their stuff. It's a sad day...

Selection:

Bright Eyes - Arc Of Time (Time Code) (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=34B67YXY) (Electronica/Indie)
The Fall Of Troy - Ghostship Part IV (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=04IACTK9) (Melodic Hardcore/Grindcore)
Bullet For My Valentine - Four Words (To Choke Upon) (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=40X1GR2B) (Metalcore)
Say Anything - Belt (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=01GB7GX6) (Indie Rock/Pop-Punk)

[Kif]

This shizz is bumped, B-U-M-P-E-D-!

[Permanent Solution]

Dibs after I shower.

[Permanent Solution]

Say Anything - Belt

Apparently the album opener, so there's a little bit of an intro which isn't bad, but it doesn't add anything. Just a few people saying stuff like "And the record begins with a song of rebellion." On second listen it's actually kinda neat if you listen to the whole dialogue though.

The vocals are pretty unique, but not bad per se. They take some getting used to though. It's very well produced. There's a good mix, though as with most bands the bass could be picked up just a notch. The group vocals contrasting with the main singer is a very cool part, I like that.

All of the riffs are pretty neat, and the instrumentalism is strong, but nothing overly catchy or technical. It doesn't draw attention, instead focusing on supporting on the singer. Usually I prefer stronger instrumental presence, but I actually do like the way they support the singer here. It's definitely a very unique band and I think I might look into them even though they don't draw attention like most of my other music.

Overall the harmonies all sound good and work well, the musicianship is strong but subdued, and the flow of the song is great.

8/10 (It'd be higher if it wasn't so outside my normal likings)

30 Seconds to Mars - Attack (Alternative Rock) (http://www.purevolume.com/30secondstomars)
No Trigger - Earthtones (Pop-Punk) (http://www.purevolume.com/notrigger)
Nile - Annihilation of the Wicked (Death Metal) (http://www.purevolume.com/nile)
If you want more ask.

[Kif]

Haha, I was gonna upload 30STM, but I opted for Bright Eyes instead. Good choice there Vince

BTW: I'm not dibbing for anyone getting that idea just because I posted in this thread

[Dave de Sylvia]

Props to zep2k3 for ranging his recommendations from pop-punk to death metal. (The Nile song is awesome btw)

Unfortunately, I'm the barer of bad news:

NEW RULE

A new rule has been put into place on MX. There is to be no songs illegally uploaded anywhere (this includes YouSendIt, MegaUpload, and others) and a link posted on this site. This is a safety measure inacted by the owner of these forums to keep himself and the users out of trouble. To prevent a lot of confusion, all songs uploaded is illegal, even if the band is not on an RIAA label. Unless you have written permission from the owner of the song, you cannot upload it. Instead you can trade the songs via email, via an Instant messenging service, or soulseek. You can put this information at the end of your post near the songs.
Sorry for any inconvience this may cause, enjoy your Forced Listening.

I'll be hosting my links from now on on my ezboard. I've created a new forum at it for such links, here (http://p068.ezboard.com/foasis5710frm17). If anybody wants to host their links there, I'm perfectly fine with it. All you need is an ezboard account, which takes 2 minutes to set up. YSI links, of course, will still be blocked if directly linked so beware.

[Permanent Solution]

That's why I used all pvs :)

Thanks for the offer, if I can't find enough recommendations I'll definitely be using that.

[Kif]

Bah looks like I'll be using all PVs as well, which sucks because that limits the number of good songs. This is really hard to get around

[Permanent Solution]

bump :(

Ask for more recommendations if you want them and I'll find some.

[Another Emo Kid]

:(.

[Dave de Sylvia]

30 Seconds To Mars - Attack

For some reason, I've always thought it was funny that Jared Leto has a serious band. What I've heard from the band before, 3-4 songs at most, didn't really do much for me.

What I find here is a much different 30 Seconds To Mars than the one I remember. I remember them as a boring radio rock band who added little effects to their music to sound vaguely unqiue. Now I see they're a very competent band who add effects to their music for some reason or other. Incidentally, I always get confused when I see this band's name as it's a lot like the Motley Crue song 10 Seconds To Love. \m/

Anyway... the song eases in which a dance-y synth riff, before lightly distorted guitar enters along with a breathy voice, which belongs to Mr. Leto. There's also some sort of sharp synth sound punctuating the initial soft section. I like his voice. Alot. He reminds me of Val Emmich, a song of whose I plan to add to my recommendations (If I remember). He also reminds me of the Dredg singer, too. The whole beginning part of the song is very Dredg-y, what with the trance-y effects and layered guitars. Very nice.

As the song builds to the chorus, Leto gets ever more "agitated" before finally letting loose with the line "and I am fall-la-ling" as his voice becomes broken and distorted. I'm in love with his voice. And that scream sounds amazing... every man's allowed a gay affair, right? The guitars on the chorus are slightly louder, but not heavy. This again reminds me of Dredg, which goes to show how limited my musical vocabulary is. The lyrics don't seem to be great, but who knows?

Errr... I don't know what else to say. I've already outed myself, I should probably just shut... 9/10. :)


Hard rock:
Wildhearts - Girlfriend Clothes
Guns N' Roses - Estranged
DieCiS1e7E - Asuntos Internos

Pop:
Marvelous 3 - Katrina
Jason Mraz - Did You Get My Message?
Butch Walker - Maybe It's Just Me

Alternative rock:
Kaizers Orchestra - Resistansen
Our Lady Peace - Tomorrow Never Knows
Mark Lanegan - Don't Forget Me
Mike Patton & John Kaada - Pitié Pour Mes Larmes

Links here (http://p068.ezboard.com/foasis5710frm17.showMessage?topicID=1.topic)

[Kif]

Dibs

[Kif]

It says there are too many connections from this IP address.

[Dave de Sylvia]

I can send you a song via aim or msn if you want. Screennames are in my profile.

Or not. Rudely revoked.

[Angry Balled Fists!]

BUMP !!!

[Dave de Sylvia]

Urrrr

[Excursions]

Hmmm, I didn't notice you already did that song. So mmm, tell me a song to listen to and I will do it.

[AlkoholikMouse]

Carpetmouth (http://purevolume.com/carpetmouth)

My friends band. I'm always raving about them, I love them. Kind of punky poppy brilliance. Awsome band

Toxic Yoghurt (http://www.purevolume.com/toxicyoghurt)

Another one of my mates band. Really poppy, but brilliant at the same time.