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AWESOME DOESN'T EVEN COMPARE TO THIS CD!!!!

Gabe L. | 09/18/2009

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Sorry for the caps, it's just that this CD is filled with awesomeness. I recently purchased the new Used CD, Saosin CD, and Muse CD. Since I enjoyed all of their previous albums, I have been disappointed by each one, especially the new Used CD - Artwork, since they are my favorite band.



Anyways, I thought I would try something new. After reviewing this month's AP magazine featuring Paramore, I stumbled upon this new CD Asking Alexandria, I heard a few samples on Amazon, then I decided to pick up the CD at Hot Topic.



Man...I haven't been happy with a CD purchase in months! This whole album is amazing, it's so unique, I haven't heard anyone like them.



What makes them unique is their vocals, and they add a lot of different sounds to their tracks, it's not some repetitive sound like many emo/screamo/metal bands.



For instance, their songs may have the deep demonic sounding gurgling vocals, then will jump to the scream at the top of your lungs vocals, then the song will jump into the harmonious emo soft vocals, then jump back into the screams.



They even have tracks that include a lot of techno/electronica! Techno mixed with screamo, that is an amazing combo, I love it! I wish more bands did this...on second thought...no I don't, because then other bands would just be copying Asking Alexandria, that is why they are unique.



Track 1 has an example of the techno/guitar riffs. Then track 6 is a electronic type of song; tracks 11, 12 and 13 also includes some electronica. There are probably more, I am still listening to the CD as I am typing this review!



Tracks 6,7,8,9 and 11 are my favorites. The bass hits are incredible on my 2 10" subs. Buy this CD now!"

Mixed-genre excellence.

Holden C. | Spooner St. USA | 02/01/2010

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I have much respect for bands/artists that work outside the realm of normalcy. In a time where, for me at least, finding an album that you can truly love from start to finish has become harder and harder, Asking Alexandria are a breath of fresh air. This is genre mashing at its finest. At it's core, SUAS is a brutal post-hardcore offering that gives you everything you could ask for in a metal album: Guttural growls, piercing screams, and melodic harmonies set to grinding riffs, deep bass rhythms, and fast paced drums...oh yea, and some trance techno that would right at home in an xtc-laden rave! And lemme tell you, the genre duo works beautifully.



The album from start to finish has a perfect flow, and song order definitely sets that up. The opening track is easily the most important; giving the listener a perfect idea of the different sounds to come. So perfect in fact that listening to the sample should make decision making process a breeze.



This is a great CD. Metal and melody laced with some trance. I urge everyone to give this a shot, I don't think you will be disappointed."

Post hardcore opinion

Kalido | USA | 06/19/2010

(4 out of 5 stars)

"If your into post hardcore, you should like this.



They arn't a "metalcore" band per say, but simply put a Post-Hardcore band in every aspect.



Asking Alexandria contributes to the new Electronics/dance/techno theme going on lately.



This means essentially that they use synth and the like to put dance parts here and there in the music. Not every song but some have little club dance parts followed by vocals over them. Its quite a neat little effect so if your a fan of this new energetic style, you'll like it. If not, this band doesn't really do it frequently so its a good way to "test the waters"



There are clean vocals on this cd, the lead vocalist does them instead of a guitarist. Some people prefer this. I'd say about 45% of every song is singing while the rest is screaming/growling. Its an even mix and its done very well so you shouldnt get sick of one or the other. If you really dont like Chorus lines that incorporate singing then this isnt for you.



Most of the chorus lines are straight singing. Usually something somewhat silly if your into lyrics.



Most of the lyrics are a little ridiculous so if your into that, READ them first I suggest. Some deal with breaking up with your girlfriend and being mad about that. Dear Mr. Brooks is about killing someone.



There are breakdowns in the music if your interested, also the synth dance parts used with the breakdowns sometimes is really neat.





The CD is slightly overproduced...the music is pretty Clean sounding. Now some people love that, some do not. I warn you now, this CD is clean sounding so be prepared if you hate that. Its not extremely overdone but it is noticeable.



Don't expect guitar solos of any kind. Also, the vocals are essentially what you get. The metal esq. scream, rarely a hardcorish yell sound and that low growl, there are no "bree" noises.



Overall its a really good CD and if your into Post Hardcore with dancey synth parts, this is a great way to start. Its got alot of catchy parts and some fun memorable notes.









I personally like this cd and on occasion it makes my rotation on mp3 players. Some songs I don't really care for, mostly due to the lyrics...but some are really catchy and enjoyable! "Candlelit Dinner," "Mr. Brooks," "cant ride two horses" and "Single whatever sincerity" are the ones i liked the most!





Enjoy!"