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Sort by: Rating | Release Date | Rating Date | Name5.0 classicBrand New Deja EntenduBrand New's best depending on the day, extremely nostalgic for many for good reason. The lyrics are juvenile at times but Jesse Lacey is excused. Brand New The Devil and God Are Raging Inside MeStraying from the path cleared by Deja Entendu, Brand New eliminates their pop punk qualities and crafts one of the most emotional albums ever written. Although musically nothing too original, experimentation is unnecessary if a band can write songs like Brand New did on this record.Deftones DeftonesThis is honestly my favorite deftones album. It's defining of both their past and present sounds. dredg El CieloA timeless classic if I've ever heard one. The cohesiveness of the band on this record is unparalleled. Potentially my favorite album of all time, too bad these guys couldn't keep the musical direction in future albumsExplosions in the Sky The Earth is Not a Cold Dead PlaceSit in a quiet room and give this album your full attention. Explosions In The Sky manage to create a flawless album, oozing emotion enducing vibes that can be felt by very few bands, not to mention instrumental. Although repetitive and predictable in style the tuning, timing and layering of the guitar is what sets this apart from every single other post-rock record. Easily have listened to this album 500+ times and hands down my all time favorite album.Fair to Midland Fables From a MayflyA unique and captivating record highlighted by the outstanding range of the vocalist, seemlessly transisting from unholy high notes to a deep growl. Lyrics are full of cliches and witty humour. The music itself is experimental for a band of this genre, most notably the introductions (on some tracks they fall at the end leading up to the next). Enough can't be said about this album, it's heavy, soft, emotional and meaningless at the same time. Could be the best modern rock record in the past 10 yearsGodspeed You! Black Emperor Lift Your Skinny Fists Like Antennas...Isis PanopticonI never used the word epic until I heard this album, an absolute masterpiece. Very few records match the strength of the musicianship heard on this. An introduction to post-rock for memewithoutYou A to B: LifeJesus Christ Aaron Weiss' lyrics and execution set this album to be the most emotional and even at times aggressive album in their discography. Listen to this and try to tell me La Dispute didn't rip them offNick Drake Pink MoonIt probably took me longer than it should have to understand the praise for this album, but something about it kept bringing me back to it. All eleven songs are excellent, the man creates such a melancholic atmosphere with just his voice and guitar. Lyrically and musically this is just genius, songwriting at its very very best.Radiohead OK ComputerThis is unanimously voted one of the greatest albums of all time for a reason. Every song provides a new (at the time) perspective on rock music as a whole, there's no reason anyone shouldn't enjoy this. Sigur Ros Ágætis ByrjunThe atmosphere alone is enough to give this a classic rating, every song is beautiful in a different way, the tracks are long but they never drag to the climax, the bowed guitar is something that's awe-inspiring. Staind Break the CycleAfter being a die hard fan of this band through my teens, my twenties haven't sat well with Staind, except for this and a handful of songs on other releases. The music is crunchy and uninspired as most 2000-2005 nu metal was, but Aaron Lewis's lyrics and vocals are undeniably great, inspiring (in not such a good way) and entire generation. Strata Strata Presents The End Of The WorldThe atmosphere the band creates in combination with Victorinos vocals mix perfectly, almost unlike anything I've ever heard, every track is excellent, and its staying value is immense. The Used The UsedAlthough nothing new in regards to formula or artistic direction The Used craft an album that flows brilliantly from track to track, with minimal flaws, the vocalist over dramatic vocals only add to the appeal of this record.Underoath Define the Great LineThe pinnacle of metalcore, every song has is catchy in a unique way in which no band in the genre, nor any other band in the genre has yet to mirror. Those who cry they're ripping off Botch need to give this another listen, much more melodic and appealing.Wilco Yankee Hotel FoxtrotI used to really dislike this back when it came out, but my musical taste evolves over time and with that comes the realization that this album is near perfect, a very calm record which the primary focus is on songwriting. This sounds like something that should've been released in 1972 not 20024.5 superb(The) Slowest Runner (In All The World) We, Burning GiraffesExtraordinary post-rock album plain and simple. Unconventional instrumentation and ambience makes the a near classic. Highly recommended.Arcade Fire FuneralReally brilliant record, it'll be very difficult for this band to top this. It's almost unreal to think this is a debut record from a band from this millennium Caspian You Are The ConductorCirca Survive Violent WavesA giant leap forward, Circa Survive create their own niche, relying heavily on atmosphwere and Green's outstanding, yet not overachieving vocals. Production weakest since Juturna, but it provides a breath of fresh air after the criminally over-produced Blue Sky NoiseConverge All We Love We Leave BehindConverge keep to the Axe To Fall path, this time absolutely perfecting the sound. Best album since Jane Doe.Deer Leap Here. Home.My favorite album of 2012. Some really beautiful post rock pieces intertwined with emo. Think Moving Mountains Pneuma with more vocals and shorter songs.Dionaea StillA really unique post-rock band blending elements of grind and hardcore spastically throughout. Vocals a bit out of place, but the musicianship of all three members blends together epically. Can only imagine how much better this band can get.dredg Catch Without ArmsA disappointment compared to El Cielo, a masterpiece compared to the two releases to follow. Catch Without Arms features a much poppier sound, with just the right amount of experimentation. Some weak tracks, but the stronger ones remain in playlist rotation frequently even 8 years laterElliott Smith XOExplosions in the Sky All of a Sudden, I Miss EveryoneThe heavier brother to The Earth Is Not A Cold Dead Place, every song is magnificent and provides the same emotion as the record aforementioned, It's Natural To Be Afraid may be one of the best songs ever written.Flaw Through the EyesOverall, this is outstanding for what it is, the vocalist isn't faking anger or emotion in his vocals, as opposed to other works in the genre, the screaming fits the music, and most of all, it's staying value is much higher than it's competitors. There really isn't a bad track on the albumMew FrengersThis fucking rules. I'm disappointed in myself for just discovering this. The mood of this album is moderately upbeat, with the creativity of El Cielo era dredg. Minus the Bear Highly Refined PiratesThe essential minus the bear album, the musicianship is as good as it gets, and each track is fun and upbeat. The vocals and lyrics at times take a little getting used to, but in the end they only add to the genius of this record.O'Brother Garden WindowBest alt rock album of the 2010's up to this point, and I'm only calling it alt rock because I don't know what else to call it. Oceansize FramesOceansize's best album, the songwriting is outstanding and unique, yet their experimental sound pertains to just the basic rock n' roll instruments. The first four tracks lead you to believe this may be the best album ever, but it tapers off a bit. Pianos Become the Teeth The Lack Long AfterA standout within the genre. Vocal performance is top notch, as he writes lyrics which he is clearly passionate enough about. A tightened up sound from Old Pride, but it only adds to the brilliance of this record. Rush Moving PicturesReally really good. One of a handful of albums released in the 1980's worth a shit. Drums stand out more than anything else on here, the synth at times is a bit unneccassary however it doesn't take anything away from its brilliance, really looking forward to checking out other "classics" from RushThe Mars Volta De-Loused in the ComatoriumIt's hard to believe this record is 10 years old this year. This album helped divert my music taste away from mainstream rock and opened my mind up to all sorts of genres. The concept and music is overreaching and achieving at its goal. Wide range of instrumentation only helps its already experimental work with guitars and percussion. Just an unbelievably good, timeless albumThe World is a Beautiful Place And... Whenever, If EverBest new release in forever it seems, really more of the same however the songs are structured much much better, hopefully this gets attention. Touche Amore ...To the Beat of a Dead HorseEverything about this band is just what hardcore should sound like. Songs are very short and to the point, all around terrific vocal performance. Second half of the album is essential in my opinion.4.0 excellent(The) Slowest Runner (In All The World) The Flophouse SessionAs the sea swells is essential post rock. The group pay homage to Godspeed You! Black Emperor with a very refreshing neo-classical feel.Balance and Composure SeparationNothing really original, but the musicianship despite this is still very well executed. Really not a bad track on the album, but it plays much better together than individually. BATS Red In Tooth and ClawThis will really catch your attention within the first few minutes, math rock tendencies a la Foals, with really fun/catchy/heavy hooks, and lyrics about absolute non-sense. One of the most unique post-hardcore releases of recent timesDefeater Lost GroundBringing nothing new to the table, Defeater near perfect their hardcore sound, and it fucking rulesFar Water & SolutionsA truly under appreciated record. Although nothing mind blowing, The band showcases their ability to write emotional yet catchy tunes to the verse-chorus-verse format without really showing any flaws. Finch Say Hello to SunshineEasily their best work, with a very different approach than What It Is To Burn, Finch nearly perfect post-hardcore in one shot. Vocals are reminiscent of Brandon Boyd, and the catchiness of the songs is undeniable. Musicianship is nothing special, but that is a plus, as if they had tried to experiment, it may have ruined what make this record so goodHopesfall The Satellite YearsOutstanding post-hardcore. Really few records in the genre can match this. Musicianship flows with the screamed/clean vocals with near perfection. Imagine Poison The Well meets Early Alexisonfire without Green.HRVRD From The Bird's CageVery solid album, the band really found its own niche for this record. First half is quite better than the second, but none of this is bad by any stretch. Reminds me of Juturna era Circa Survive + KaddisflyM. Ward Post-WarAstonishing at times, m.ward really does a good jo b crafting a modern folk record without getting dull, or overly experimental like many of his contemporariesPolyenso One Big Particular LoopThis hit me hard by surprise, from boring generic metalcore to this is an unbeliveable transition this band should be proud of.Radiohead Kid AOverall an excellent record, the precursor to every radiohead release afterwards, Kid A abandons most rock elements in favor of electronics. Redneck Manifesto I Am BrazilSome excellent math/post rock. Really fun and void of any dull moments.Songs: Ohia Magnolia Electric CoThe Blood Brothers CrimesI've never heard an album that sounds anything like this. Every song is catchy, heavy, lyrically retarded, fun, chaotic all at the same time. Vocals make this very unique to say the least, but the screams are fucking unbelievable The Mayan Factor Yesterday's SonYou can notice the amount of work the band put in to this album, vocals are very emotional, the bands work around the vocal tracks provided is probably near perfect. Not their best but highly recommendedTouche Amore Parting The Sea Between Brightness And MeA little more polished than their previous album, besides that its about the same and its fucking awesomeTrophy Scars Hospital MusicAs I'm not a fan at all of recent works, this blew me away. A cross between The Blood Brothers and Thursday. This could grow on me.3.5 greatAlexisonfire CrisisAlexisonfire's last great record, with extremely solid clean vocals, and a tightened up sound compared to previous releases. this contains songs you won't soon forget, and obvious filler tracks, but the strength of the best tracks make the filler forgivable.Cire AdrenologicalWhile its influences are worn well, this album is definately a worthwhile listen for fans of tool, contains several tracks i've kept in rotation for nearly a decadeDeftones Koi No YokanDefinitely not a bad album by any means, but with repeated listens, it becomes easy to tell that this is the least enthusiastic effort yet. All in all it's just another deftones album, with highlight songs being Leathers, Poltergeist and RosemaryDo Make Say Think Goodbye Enemy Airship the Landlord Is...Extremely talented musicians make a great yet drawn out post-rock record. Nothing new here, yet nothing really bad either.Frameworks Every Day Is The SameGoat World MusicAn absolutely spastic and original "psychedelic rock" record breaks barriers for originality but fails to leave any lasting value. Helios EingyaExtravagant, beautiful, and mesmerizing ideas in waves of electronic ambiance, which takes up the bulk of the record. Very relaxing, thought inducing musicManchester Orchestra Mean Everything To Nothinggreat album, albeit nothing really original or innovative. Reminds me a lot of Nirvana + Modest MouseMinus the Bear Menos El OsoA departure of sorts from Highly Refined Pirates, only in style. Minus The Bear's complexity remains with a very upbeat math pop sound. Very solid tracks blended between a flurry of very obvious filler is a black cloud on the record as a whole, however the four solid tracks are an easy 5/5Nils Frahm ScrewsDespite seemingly using nothing but a piano, Nils Frahm creates an interesting texture with his music reminicent to modern ambient music. Mostly very solid, but for the casual listener one may dose off from time to timeRadiohead In RainbowsThe really good Songs have been on frequently played for years, but as an album it doesn't flow as well as the other classics in their discography.Rishloo EidolonI can honestly say that this is one of the greatest vocal performances i've ever heard on an album. A few songs are perfect, a few suck, and the band sounds like Tool everywhere elseSaetia A RetrospectiveSome tracks on this are essential if you're a fan of the genre, but some are unbearably bad, but the strengths outweigh the negatives on this compilation.Sigur Ros BrennisteinnSilverstein This Is How the Wind ShiftsThey really don't stray too far from the path on this, but this is probably their best yet. Seems a little heavier, and the songs are really catchy and good throughout.The Story So Far What You Don't SeeReally wasn't expecting much having never heard this band before today, but really solid pop-punk with borderline post-hardcore traits. Could bump this up after a few more spins.Wintersleep Welcome To The Night SkyA really chill, laid back effort worthy of a listen or two, but nothing to put on the top shelf. Execution and songwriting are great. 3.0 goodAll Get Out The SeasonManchester Orchestra regroup for an effort more like Mean Everything To Nothing diverting a bit from Simple Math. But seriously, good music, but the bands are so identical in every aspect it ruins it should be criminal.Anberlin CitiesReally mediocre, which is disappointing due to the high amount of praise it's received. There are several standout tracks, but they are just that, standout tracks sprawled out between very uninteresting ones, the vocals are very good, but the band really fails at creating anything that hasn't been done before by hundreds of other bandsBeing As an Ocean Dear G-dDifferent in a way that combines traits of screamo-revival bands of the 2010s with the beaten to death post-hardcore sound. Obviously there is potential but on this there's very little to look back to.rP.S. lose the Listener imitation and stick to screaming and singing, it's actually pathetic how similar the voices sound.rCirca Survive Blue Sky NoiseCirca survive clearly influenced by a major record label. Some songs are fantastic, some okay, and some just outright suck. Easily the weakest effort to this day.Deftones Saturday Night WristEasily Deftones weakest effort, I enjoy several tracks thoroughly, however the album as a whole failed to leave a lasting impression, even in 2006. But for me to three a weakest effort from a band with 7 LPs says tons about their discographyFuneral for a Friend ConduitIt has it's moments, but overall it's very uninspired and seems to force a heavier sound in which the vocalist seems to struggle with. Recommended for Fans of Welcome Home Armageddon, the nostalgic feel of their older work has all but diminished.Kayo Dot Choirs of the EyeMoments of absolute brilliance lost in a fog of boring pretentiousness. I do however see how this is so well received.Lights & Motion ReanimationHonestly at first listen I loved it, but after a few tracks you start to remember you've heard this before, Wearing his Explosions In The Sky and Sigur Ros influences all too proudly. Overall it's good for what it is, but not for more than a few listens.Sans Seraph After the RainReally simple, relaxing and even flat out sleep inducing at times, it doesn't even really matter, because It Matters To Me is one of the best songs I've ever heard. The Album Leaf In a Safe PlaceAn album in which its strength is also its weakness. In A Safe Place showers you with ambiance which is nothing short of emotion inducing, however the sound throughout the record is very tight and varies very little, and contains several tracks worth skipping through. Very Sigur Ros inspired amoungst several others.The Appleseed Cast Illumination RitualThe Kodan Armada A Collection Of SongsReally good screamo at its best, but has several skippable tracks. Talking gets annoying after awhile2.5 averageBattles MirroredOriginality doesn't always equal a breakthrough and Mirrored is the perfect example. Excessively repetitive with very strange vocals, this becomes a chore to listen to about halfway through. Atlas is an undeniable classic thoughBring Me The Horizon SempiternalHonestly was expecting much less with this, sounds way different from their earlier releases. Comparisons to Linkin Park are inevitable, but despite this, it's hands down their best album.City and Colour The Hurry And The HarmThe energy and passion that Dallas Green used to possess is gone and the byproduct is a really stale, boring, samey album. Not really anything hideously poor but really not even a second of woe. CityCop SeasonsBasically la dispute unplugged. The band struggles with song structure a bit, having some rather good ideas, but scattered through messes of songs. Bluebird is atrocious, while Fall is easily the best song overall. Potential is there, but they need to shelve the overbearing la dispute influence.Klimt 1918 Just in Case We'll Never Meet AgainI like the style of music they play, but this is really stagnant throughout. Skygazer is by far the best song.Modern Baseball SportsThe lyrics and vocalist really get on my nerves, but not enough for me to hate it. The songs are really upbeat and interesting in vein of their contemporaries. Overall nothing impressive, but a new vocalist could really unleash this bands potentiPianos Become the Teeth SaltwaterObviously this album displays the potential they fulfilled in future records, but overall really, really sloppy, especially the vocals. Gets really good in waves, but not really one whole song is captivating enough to revisitSevendust Black Out the SunSevendust being Sevendust, nothing less, nothing more.Sky Architects The Promise of TomorrowNothing special here, just over lengthy post rock songs which fail to really grasp at you throughout. Some good guitar work and atmosphere scattered within 2.0 poor30 Seconds to Mars Love Lust Faith + DreamsOurs Distorted LullabiesAfter hearing nothing but good things about this record, im extremely disappointed. Besides the vocalists extremely good vocals in some tracks, this is flat out boring. Vocals outweigh the band by a ridiculous amount in the production to a very noticeable way.The Men ImmaculadaAlthough musically their isn't much to complain about, despite its moderately short play time, this album has the undesirable trait of becoming a chore to complete. Really slow noise rock with very little to get into.The Plot To Blow Up The Eiffel Tower Dissertation, HoneySome songs are alright, but this record is all over the place, with "jazz" infused within most tracks, this band bends over backwards creating a different sound, but refusing to focus on the final product.Transit Young New EnglandReally disappointed, very seldom do i find a pop punk band i enjoy, and this is a stale emotionless departure from their previous albums1.5 very poorGrade 8 Grade 8I can't believe I enjoyed this in my youth. Just all around awful nu metalShone Heat ThingInnovational promotion turns into an ultimate embarrassment. Although musically some tracks are very good and the experimentation works well, but nonetheless the horrendous vocals kill it every time, making it full of cringe worthy moments and nothing short of a chore to finishTrapt TraptThis was the one album I purchased as a teenager that I hated, and those purchases included some pretty terrible things. Two good songs and a bucketload of filler1.0 awfulAmpere Like ShadowsThis has the musical integrity of a toddler banging on pots and pans. I realize this is intended to be chaotic and sloppy, but I could pick up 4 strangers walking in front of house on their way to get crack and trump this tenfold. Fucking horribledredg Chuckles & Mr. SqueezyDreadful in every context, never did I think this band would stoop so lowListener Wooden HeartI was recommended this cause I like La Dispute and mewithoutyou. But what they forgot to mention is that's its only similar qualities are lyricism. Easily top 5 worst albums I've ever heardTaylor Swift RedI will never understand the love for this singer, this record is far from country, more like pre-tween pop. Her voice is like nails on a chalkboard and the songwriting, being catchy, only turns out to be a negative, as overexposure is enough to send a perfectly sane person to the looney bin for life
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