A full-length debut so ambitious and assured, it seems the work of a much more established band. From the baroque Latin chorus that opens the CD to the punishing guitar overdrive of the first video/single "Pretty People... more » Never Lie - Vampires Really Never Die", "Lovers' Requiem will take fans of the first EP's ("We Are Always Searching") haunting melodicism to new symphonic heights. For fans of My Chemical Romance, AFI.« less
A full-length debut so ambitious and assured, it seems the work of a much more established band. From the baroque Latin chorus that opens the CD to the punishing guitar overdrive of the first video/single "Pretty People Never Lie - Vampires Really Never Die", "Lovers' Requiem will take fans of the first EP's ("We Are Always Searching") haunting melodicism to new symphonic heights. For fans of My Chemical Romance, AFI.
"This is the band to watch for in 2007. Their newest release will draw you in from the first note all the way to the very end and will have you coming back for more. The blending of the instruments complimented by the violin is genius. Steve has a powerful voice, with Kerith's soothing tone brings it all together nicely. If you are a fan of A.F.I., HIM, Nightwish or Lacuna Coil then you will definately love I Am Ghost."
"Only the lonely can know what it feels to decay."
Clarissa Bowen | Ontario, California USA | 02/07/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I am not normally a fan of bands like AFI or My Chemical Romance but I'd always had a strange curiosity when it came to I Am Ghost and those good feelings really paid off because I was not at all disappointed in their first full-length album. LOVERS' REQUIEM is a welcome change for me and I find myself liking it more and more each time I listen to it, and I've been listening non-stop for about a week now. The lead vocals are greatly done by Steve whose vocals are neither too harsh nor feminine, combining mostly clean vocals in with the ocassional scream. Those in turn are nicely balanced by Kerith's female vocals which immediately bring to mind Lacuna Coil. I also like the subtle inclusion of the violin mixed in with their blend of metal, post-punk, and gothic rock riffs. There's even a few moments of baroque Latin choral flourishes that make this band stand out from its peers as being unafraid of experimenting "outside the box", and I hope they continue down this path rather than conforming to the masses.
It's actually very hard for me to pick favorites because they're all really good but I do tend to play "Of Masques and Martyrs", "Lovers' Requiem", "We Are Always Searching", and "Beyond The Hourglass" quite profusely.
I Am Ghost is definitely a band to watch out for, and they are not to be compared by those less worthy of such praise."
Wow!
catherine E. wall | nc, usa | 01/05/2007
(5 out of 5 stars)
"this band rocks! the male and female vocals together are great. highly recommend this cd."
When From First To Last and Escape The Fate combines....
Mary Ann F. | 02/10/2007
(4 out of 5 stars)
"From First To Last and Escape The Fate are both dark music, asnd when combines, it'll make music that is a lot darker and more depressing than ever! I Am Ghost sometimes sounds like Aiden but better vocals and better instruments. And who says that Kerith is a better singer than Steve?! Hell no! Steve is a terrific singer! Everybody shouldtry to listen to this band.
Tracks I love:
"Our Friend Lazarus Sleeps" 11/10- This song had a nice beginning, great chorus and had catchy guitars/opera part around the middle. And watch their music video!
"Killer Likes Candy" 10/10- This had a nice beginning and an addicting chorus for me. But this does have a weird song title.
"Dark Carnival Of The Imaculate" 11/10- A nice beginning, a kick-a**, addicting chorus! Love it!
"Lover's Requiem" 10/10- This song started off with some drumming and had such beautiful chorus, loved how Kerith sang there... but not as good as Steve.
"Ship Of Pills And Needed Things" 12/10- This had a little trumpet in the beginning, this song definetly had the speed and the singing. This is the best of all!!
Those are all the tracks that i think mare the best! "Crossing The River Styx" was like an intro, "The Denouement" was useless, and I don't understand why "This Is Home" is getting really famous of this band?! What's so good about it? But still.... this is a good album! GET THIS!!! And check out the band Escape The Fate!
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One of the best releases of 2006
Amanda Huffman | North Carolina | 12/23/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I Am Ghost is probably one of the most underrated bands out there today. It's a pity, because good music is what the industry needs these days. With their debut album, I Am Ghost shows that they are quite unique compared to the large number of other emo/punk bands out there. Stand out tracks are "Killer Likes Candy," "Pretty People Never Lie, Vampires Never Really Die," "This Is Home," and "Beyond the Hourglass." Every song is 5 star, but these, especially "This Is Home" are the best of the best. I like the direction they're going in, and look forward to more music from them.
I'd recommend this band for anyone who likes My Chemical Romance, AFI, Lacuna Coil, Evanescence or HIM."