Search - Saliva :: Back Into Your System

A Stunning Sophomore

Bubbles | United States | 11/13/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Following a great debut album which spawned several notable hits, Saliva follows up Every Six Seconds with the sophomore effort, Back Into Your System. Most bands fall prey on sophomore albums to mediocre efforts; however, Back Into Your System breaks the mold. The grinding guitars litter the entire CD but instead of solely relying on that, Saliva tends to rely more on vocals and deep lyrics which proves maturity of the band. But do not be dismayed...Saliva still keeps that strong in your face attitude that made them famous.
The CD opens with "Superstar II" and this song definately introduces the CD perfectly and compliments the original hit "Superstar". "Weight of the World" seethes once again with sensual materials from nails across backs and more but remains a song that catches you just as "Lackluster" did many listeners. "Always", the current single, addresses the issue of abuse but it's an amazing song that starts soft and slow but speeds up and attacks the issue hard and heavy when it must. "Back Into Your System" has a soft feel at first but proves to be one of the stronger songs still on the album. "All Because of You" remains one of the darker songs on the album but at the same time addresses the issues of broken relationships, an honored topic in rock and roll. "Raise Up" follows in the nu metal way of screaming and everything that accompanies it but still remains a good track. "Separated Self"addresses those bigger issues of life but becomes one of the universal message songs with grinding guitars and good melodies. "Rest in Pieces" is one of the slower songs but the lyrics are extremely strong and meaningful, very pleading...amazing doesn't begin to describe the need in this song. "Storm" strums at first with a quasi acoustic tone but is shattered soon by grinding guitars and bass, sort of like a storm itself. "Holdin On" sticks to the harder tradition of many songs on the debut album but still remains good. "Pride"...what do you say but this is definately a song that kicks it hard, patriotic and charging for all of America and the world too. "Famous Monsters" ends the CD but does it as a strong finale, very dark but truthful and meaningfully strong.
This album proves a band can grow in just a seemingly short time and mature with the age and attitude of its original audience. Truthfully, this album exceeded my expectations and has been the best released rock album this year...full of new material, excellent lyrics, but that hard rocking style that still preveals."

My first taste of Saliva - refreshing nu-rock

Petar Vodogaz | Sydney, NSW Australia | 05/23/2005

(4 out of 5 stars)

"This is another band that I was introduced to through a friend at work and had some doubts too. All I can say is WOW. They remind me of a much younger Nickelback. Not age wise but music career wise, with some interesting and thought provoking lyrics in 'Always', 'Raise Up' and 'Back In Your System'. Great songs with even greater messages in them. The important issue of domestic voilence in our society is again touched upon in a resolute way in 'Always', which for me makes this album a winner for me.

Good music is great but even better is music with messages that can be heard clearly within the lyrics. Scott as the lead vocalist carries the band and the beat backup is supurb. The only reason I didn't give this CD 5/5 is for the last 3 songs that sounded flat...the hits of the CD should have been spread out a little more.

But overall great CD and can't wait to get more of Saliva's work."