5 comments about Tomorrow's Sounds Today.

1. I would say that this album is Dwight's masterpiece but that would take away from nearly all his other records which are brilliant as well. The songwriting on this record is top-notch, every single time I listen to it I'm amazed.The depth of the lyrics contained here aren't found in todays popcorn country, Dwight truly stands alone as one of the greats. His vocals are spectacular as always and his band is damn near flawless. Its hard to pick a favorite song because every track on this album is just so damn satisfying to listen to when you get a hankering for some real country music. Dwight Yoakam is the real deal, he always has been and Tomorrows Sounds Today is a testament to that.



2. This album is totally Dwight, meaning totally unique and awesome!! This man does not put out anything other than great music! I mean, you've got Dwight's stellar songwriting and singing, plus the legendary Buck Owens on a couple of tracks, and accordion playing by Flaco Jimenez for goodness sakes! From the opening track to the very end, this album is a classic. My least favorite of these gems is probably "For Love's Sake," but even that is good. And it's hard to pick, but (today anyway) my favorite song is "A World of Blue," followed closely by all the rest!



3. I was channel surfin', and the video for "What Do You Know About Love?" kept coming on. I watched it. I didn't think much of the video, but I loved the song. Then I got a chance to get this CD as a free bonus, so I went for it. And I love every note of it. Dwight is one of the few modern country stars with SOUL. He can be compared to country music's great artists, like Hank and Patsy. His stuff has the soul of old country music, and it's modern at the same time. He really means what he sings. This CD are amazing. I especially adore the first 3 songs. I never get tired of them. A friend of mine call this album "whiny", and I got quite irritated at her. She was raised on modern country music, which is generally crappy, overly sentimental ballads, or right wing, jingoistic, wrap yourself in the flag garbage. Dwight is real country music, and it isn't whiny, it's sincere. Country music is white man's blues, with songs about heartbreak, cheating wives, battles with the bottle, redemption, etc., etc., and Dwight knows this, and he lives it, especially on this album. This is a wonderful album, one of Yoakam's greatest, and one of the best country albums in a long, long time.



4. If You People, Been Looking At My Other Reviews, You Understand That I Like This Kid. He Brings Us An Other And Different Kind Of Country Music. A Kind Of Music I Realy Like.



5. Some folks say "Hillbilly Deluxe" or "This Time" were the finest Dwight albums ever. I strongly disagree. This is the one. If Dwight never released another album or never sang another note, we'd still have "Tomorrow's Sounds Today". You cannot (and will not) EVER find a country music album so complete. Hey, this album should be required listening for any fan of country music. I can't pick one song that stands out on this whole album; they are all equally good. I dont think I can say enough about the quality of this piece, but it is by far the finest Country Music album of the past 30 years; and you can take that to the bank! A++++++

2 comments about Vs. (The Definitive Edition plus bonus DVD).

1. Matador Records outdid themselves with the vinyl reissues of Mission of Burma's original releases. 180 gram vinyl, gatefold sleeves, large booklets, mp3 downloads of albums, bonus DVDs ... wow.
   
   A lot of thought went into this and makes re-purchasing these (upgrading from the Ryko editions) totally worth it. In many ways, Matador has set the standard for vinyl reissues with the MOB catalog. Very impressive.



2. If you've been thinking about whether or not these new reissues are worth your time, the answer is a resounding YES! Rick Harte (Burma's producer) went back to the analogue tapes and completely overhauled them. The sound is more spacious, warmer, with more bottom end. For hardcore fans, the main draw would be the dvd's. Vs. has the afternoon show from the final Boston concerts, and Burma is at full boil. The show is chaotic from an audience stand point, but the band plows through a great, varied set. The picture is not Blue-Ray ready, but very watchable. The only problem with the sound is that it comes nowhere near how pulverizingly loud this band was. The evening show is on the "Horrible Truth" reissue with very little song overlap between the two shows. I'm not going to get into the music because you're probably already on board for these guys and want to know if these reissues are worth it. Yes, absolutely yes. Great job for one of the all time great pop/punk/experimental bands who could just never catch a break.

5 comments about Interstate City.

1. How do you know you are hearing a real working band? Dave Alvin and The Guilty Men offer a brilliant example here. They breath life into songs which seem to gain depth, texture, and hue with each cross-country mile. At the open of his Austin City Limits set, Alvin claimed to be "a bar band." "Interstate City," "30 Dollar Room," and "Out in California" offer sweating and pulsing noir: stories of lovers and losers. The set also offers the quintessential version of Alvin's homage to HW I, "Long White Cadillac." This set elevates and defines the genre of the West coast roadhouse; along with Ely's 1990 album, this is the best live album to come out of Austin for the past 20 years. That's what this CA native thinks! From chorus to credenza, sink your soul into something real.



2. I've owned this for at least 10 years and it still gets better each time I listen to it. I missed the Blasters in their prime, but as magnificent as this album is, it's got to be the next best thing. Fantastic songwriting, poignant lyrics, and a great, great band. The highlights are many; start anywhere you like. To hear the swingingest rock band ever, listen to "Museum of Heart." Priceless stuff.



3. I was lucky enough to be there for one of the Continental Club shows for which it was recorded, and took the liberty of ducking my head in the green room on the way out to shake Dave's hand and thank him for a great show. If you love Dave's music and share his appreciation for the history behind it, you can't be disappointed by this one. Even if I hadn't been there, this would be a treasured piece of my collection!



4. Dave's best album, and he's made some fine ones. If I had to choose only one CD to put in my car on a road trip, this would be it. The songs rock. The musicianship is superb. Dave sings with confidence. And sure I'm a boomer, but I played this CD in a van with a bunch of college students and they went nuts over it. "Who is this dude?" They asked. "Dave Alvin," I said. "What do you call this kind of music?" "It's honky tonk, and this is as good as you will ever hear."
   
   My vote for the best honky tonk album in a long, long while.



5. So i finally got my hands on this album after searching too many local music stores. Well worth the wait. This live recording really showcases a phenomenal band. There is variety for all here with influences from blues, rock n roll, rockabilly and soul. The band is well versed in all and switch between styles amazingly well throughout the album. A must have for all. That's all.

No comments about Disclaimer II.

5 comments about No Doubt - Live in the Tragic Kingdom.

1. The sound quality is not bad. The picture quality is not bad. What is bad is the orchestrated act of this being an actual live concert. It is scripted like a musical act straight out of a Hollywood movie. You can tell that this routine has been practiced over and over until the powers that be were happy. I don't blame NO DOUBT they were young and did what they had to do make it. However I know each of them regret this act. I've seen NO DOUBT every time they have came to Chicago and the surrounding states and have never witnessed a concert as played up as this. If you like NO DOUBT I would say go ahead and get this DVD you will enjoy it. But if you're a die hard fan I would say save yourself the pain of watching your band bend to the powers that control the music industry.



2. I had a VHS on this and was lost after lending it to a friend. Love the concert and after watching clearer on DVD I love it. Must get if your a No Doubt fan!!!



3. I'm a long time No Doubt fan and I love this DVD. I also own the Rock Steady Live DVD, which was filmed better, and since it was their 3 huge tour they had many more hits to perform at this concert for their live dvd. Still, I give Live in the Tragic Kingdom 5 stars because it also includes many of their home videos from years before and leading up to making it big.



4. the concert would have sounded great if they had mixed Gwens mic properly. it has a big empty room sound to her vocals too much echo everyone else is good sounding they just need to go back and fix her vocals nobody else has all the echo on their vocals but the rest of the dvd is good.borrow someones copy and see how bad the concer vocals sound. the studio stuff on it , the extra's sound great. write to interscope demand they recall it and fix Gwens vocals on the anaheim recording.the live from DEN HAAG concert footage sounds great thats the way her vocals should sound.



5. THE DVD RELEASE DATE IS: JUNE 13, 2006!
   
   Otherwise, the VHS version is excellent. You are not a No Doubt Fan unless you own this.

5 comments about Teenager.

1. After a disastrous soph release, this band of Scots has reclaimed its California crush with number three. Like the Thrills' debut, Teenager is a maelstrom of shifting harmonies, twelve-string guitars, strong songwriting, and singer Conor Deasy's plaintive suplications for love, understanding, and a little sunshine. Indeed, if anything gives this band its signature sound, it's Deasy's wincing, half-sung / half-spoken vocal. He sounds as if he's always waiting for the other shoe to drop, waiting for the sun to disappear, waiting for the goodbye letter to arrive. For many a teenager, angst springs eternal; the waits become the thrills.



2. I have to admit this album had a little different sound to it, but it definately grows on you and I have come to love all of the songs.



3. The voice ruined it for me. Great songs though! The lead singer's voice is like nails on a chalkboard for me, I tried to give it a chance, it was really difficult. They should've got someone with a stronger voice, then this could've been a classic record for years to come.



4. I have all 3 Thrills cds and Teenager is the best one of the bunch. The songs on Teenager are more infectious and catchy. Not just bubble gum catchy, but thoughtful arrangements. Songs 4,6,7, and 11 are my favorites. There's just a few filler songs.



5. The Thrills third release, Teenager, is a compelling listen from a compelling band. The Thrills are sometimes chided for their "California" style , but this is a shallow critique. There is a richness to their unique sound and Teenager is their richest yet. This album will take some time to get into, but soon the nuances and sweet melodies will win you over and merit repeat listens. I don't see this album garnering much radio play, particularly in the States. Maybe "Midnight Choir" will break through. It's a great song. I get the picture that these guys are more interested in making good albums than making singles. However, this band oozes with talent and, with the rare ability to capture joy in their music, I think it is only a matter of time before they have a radio classic...not yet though. Lead singer Conor Deasy uses his voice masterfully, but his thoughtful, scattered lyrics don't always grab the listener. That will be the key, if radio success is what they seek. These guys are full of tunes, they follow a different lineage of rock, and they take risks in their songs and that is why I find them compelling. They are a band to follow for the long haul, not a band that tailors its sound to current and passing tastes in popular music. I don't know if Teenager will be released in the U.S. but it is worth buying the import. You'll get your money's worth.

5 comments about Superkala.

1. a friend of mine gave me a copy of a few of these songs back a couple of years ago. I was kinda familiar with Caught in the Sun and thought it was a pretty cool song. The power of the disc alone hinges on one stand-out track on this album though, and that song to me is 1000 Times. I love this song and think it's one of the best melodic rock songs I've heard in a long time. I've listened to about 7 or 8 cuts off the album and think the whole thing is solid though. I really don't ever think this is one of those bands i'll be saying "changed my life" 10 or 20 years from now, but hey, they are good. They showed great talent and promise. Shame they had to break up, but sometimes even good things come to an end. Anyway, in conclusion, this disc is what? 50-60 cents plus a couple of bucks shipping? You could blow more money than that at Taco Bell. Take a chance on these guys, I promise you wont regret it. It is a solid album and worthy of what you pay for.



2. I have to admit, I do really like a few songs off this cd. Course Of Nature is another one of those good unknown bands that probably should have sold more records if they would have been marketed better. Still, I've seen quite a lot of good reviews for this cd and I wouldn't say they were as good as what people have been saying. The album was alright but at times wasn't really anything special. I didn't hate any of the songs at all. The ones I didn't like were because they didn't really sound anything special to me. My favorite tracks from the album are "Wall Of Shame", "Someone Else To You", "Remain", and "1000 Times". Here are the ratings...
   
   1. Wall Of Shame - 10/10
   2. Caught In The Sun - 7.5/10
   3. Difference Of Opinion - 8/10
   4. Someone Else To You - 9.5/10
   5. Remain - 10/10
   6. Gain - 9/10
   7. 1000 Times - 9.5/10
   8. Could I've Been - 8.5/10
   9. Better Part Of Me - 6/10
   10. After The Fall - 8.5/10
   
   Overall: 86% B
   
   If you enjoyed "Wall Of Shame" and find this album for cheap somewhere you should consider checking it out. It's an okay release by an unknown band.



3. Short CD, but one of the best in 2002 in my opinion.
   
   Course of Nature were in process of recording and I know they were getting help by Raine (lead singer) of Our Lady Peace. But as far as I am concenerned, I checked their site at least once a week. One week it was there, a few days later it was some damn hosting company. Since Mark married Melissa Joan Hart (Sabrina the T.A. Witch) is pretty much when they broke up...



4. This album sparked my interesest in the band about 2 years ago and when i went to look up the band to see if they were gonna do some new stuff i had found out that from what i read the drummer is gone and they are struggling in the recording and that there might not be another album... :(



5. I first heard about Course of Nature when a friend of mine recommended Wall of Shame. I then acquired their debut album Superkala in 2002. Three or four years later, it's still one of my favorite cds. The songs range from rough hard dock (Wall of Shame) to soft, violin accompanied ballads (Caught in the Sun) to the jazzy After the Fall.
   
   Caught of Nature is:
   
   Mark Wilkerson -- Lead vocals, rhythm guitar.
   
   Fish -- Lead guitar, bass.
   
   Ricky Shelton -- Drums, backup vocals.
   
   
   The album features ten solid rock songs, but there are some standouts. Caught in the Sun is a magnificient track, Difference of Opinion, Someone Else to You, and Better Part of Me are absolutely stellar tracks.
   
   Wilkerson is not an exceptional singer, although he's very good. Fish is an excellent guitarist, and, accompanied with Wilkerson's solid rhythm guitar, produce a great sound. Shelton is a respectable drummer, although the drums are usually drowned out by the guitar. One of the great strengths of this group is the song writing. Songs such as Better Part of Me and Caught in the Sun are beautifully written.
   
   I have one complaint about the album though. With only ten tracks, it comes in at a short (approx.) 46 minutes. Hopefully, if there's a followup album, it will be just as solid of a record but feature a few more tracks. They've had three years, so if they are producing another album, I'm expecting alot out of it.

5 comments about Masked & Anonymous.

1. Bob Dylan's songs are truly world music. They speak to all cultures, but for the most part, I like Dylan doing Dylan best. I loved all four of the new Bob Dylan songs. "Down in the Flood" and "Cold Irons Blue" are my two favorite of the four.
   
   For me, the standout was Shirley Caesar doing the cover of "You Gotta Serve Somebody." It's outstanding and the one song that's gotten a lot of play in this house.
   
   Los Lobos does a great job of "On a Night Like This," giving the song a romantic Latino flair singing part of the lyrics in Spanish. I probably would have liked the Jerry Garcia cover of "Senor" better, if it weren't live.
   
   The Italian (rap) version of "Like a Rolling Stone" is a big miss for me. So's the opening "My Back Pages" in Japanese. This is somewhat anomalous since I love world music and different language covers.
   
   Give the songs a listen before you buy this. If you're a strong Dylan collector, the CD is a must.
   
   Rebecca Kyle, June 2008



2. Variety of songs by a talented variety of artists. This album has texture. And Bob Dylan sings as well - my favorite. The other artists and musicians fit in well with his general type of work, I think. Different, and very nice album.



3. This album, from the movie that I never saw is pretty damn good. Lots of good covers of Bob Dylan songs. There's an Italian rap version of Like A Rolling Stone that I'm guessing you'll either love or hate. I happen to love it. I believe that this movie was soundly panned when it came out, which may or may not be good enough reason to rent it!
   Viva Bob Dylan!



4. There is a lot of good music here and serious thoughts. Listen to the preacher's injunction at the beginning. The tone is of the typical evangelistic tirade, but the words are quite different: "God does not suffer. He does not feel pain...People, ask yourselves a question, are you humble before God?" This is Buddhist not evangelistic Christian. It's a question only, are you humble or not. Meanwhile, there are foreign language and other English speaking version of Dylan classics, four great renditions by Dylan and the excellent band that had Larry Campbell, Charlie Sexton, Tony Garnier. It ends with the "Dixie Hummingbirds" version of a great new Dylan gospel song, "City of Gold". The original Dixie Hummingbirds are in their second century of existence now, God bless them!



5. Find the executive that made the decision to leave off the incredible version of "The Times They Are A Changin'" by that adorable young lady --- in favor of "My Back Pages" sung in Japanese --- and FIRE HIM!
   This CD is great and at the price I paid ($4.00) from an Amazon partner I have no right to complain. But to me, that is one of the songs to be included in the CD. After all it was good enough to use in the trailer.....WHERE IS IT SONY/COLUMBIA?????
   After being accustomed to hearing Bob sing his songs for so long, the differing versions by other artists took a little getting used to for me, but I kinda like them now. Plus the songs Bob does are terrific and "Dixie" and "Diamond Joe" are infectious - you'll find yourself singing or humming long after the song is over. Get this CD - a rare enjoyable soundtrack ... and at a good price too.

5 comments about Golden Age of Radio.

1. I rate this 3.5, and round it up...because I like the guy and his songs, but the really good lyrics are diminished some by the sound of the songs.
   
   I recently discovered Josh after hearing a killer cover of Lawrence KS by Richard Shindell and, while I think he has potential and can write great songs the sound here is derivitive... (in this order; Iron and Wine, Towns Van Zandt, Nick Drake, Warren Zevon, David Bowie/Kurt Cobane, The Beatles, Bob Dylan...) somewhere towards the end of the CD I start to hear Josh's style... and it stikes me as good unpolished American folk; a genuine artist still searching for his voice. I'll keep listening, at least he's following in big footsteps.



2. I love this album so much. I've owned it for 4 years and it's one of the few albums that I still play often year after year. Very thoughtful lyrics, great acoustic sound. Whenever I've had a rough day, I put this on.



3. A couple of months ago I was watching a pod about the SXSW music festival in which they featured Josh Ritter for about 10 seconds. From that short exposure I became interested and I soon got the first two albums, which I really loved. When I became hungrier for more Josh Ritter I got this album, and after listening to eat once I fell in love with in and liked it more than the latter two. The other two are more clean and may be a little over worked, but this album has that rough characteristic of an artist that has finally discovered his what his music is about, it is Josh Ritter with out being spoiled by over production and editing of his music. It is simply one of the best albums I have ever owned.



4. Probably the most under-rated folk musician around, his lyrics are amazingly descriptive and melodies range from upbeat to languid. If you have The Animal Years (which is great) or Hello Starling (merely good), you should get this album.



5. UPDATE: I still don't like this record, but Josh has won me over with his new one, The Historical Conquests of Josh Ritter. He finally learned to put his poetic lyrics to music in a compelling, rockin' way. I can't wait to hear what he comes up with next.
   
   Here is what I originally said about this record:
   
   I continue my campaign to get all these mopey guys who are so heavily influenced by Nick Drake and Elliott Smith to go ahead and follow their example a little more closely.
   
   Okay, that sounds a bit harsh, but I really mean musically, not the other thing. There are some good songs on here but they are desperatly in need of someone to arrange some decent music and some less monotonous singing. I mean, even if Drake and Smith sounded like they were on 'ludes, there was a certain complexity to their music. A non-English-speaker would be hardpressed to differntiate one song from another on this album.
   Whatever you do, don't play this for a coma patient.

5 comments about About a Burning Fire.

1. After an album like "Silence" Blindside had to come up with something new. They had established themselves as a good rock band, so they had to start defining themselves as a band. They needed to do something different. As a bridge between "Silence" and "The Great Depression" this album is perfect.
   
   From the first line of their first song "Eye of the Storm" I knew I had to brace myself for quite a ride. Poetic honesty has always been Blindside's strong point, and their lyrics were no disappointment in this album.
   
   All fourteen tracks were well thought out and every song has a meaning deeper than a shallow mind will ever comprehend. From "Eye of the Storm" talking about getting closer to God through trials, to "After You're Gone" talking about giving it all to God to "About a Burning Fire" comparing God's love to a passionate fire.
   
   Musically, Blindside displays modesty and beautiful arrangements. Their drummer subtly shows up most drummers out there all through the album. Their guitarist could've been better, but he chose to compliment everyone else. The bassist does the same as the guitarist. The vocals in this album are amzing. As always, Lindskog doesn't cease to amaze; singing, screaming, shrieking, and whining all through the album at just the right times.
   
   No doubt in my mind if you enjoy something refreshing with deep spiritual lyrics Blindside is a must-listen.



2. Blindside's follow up to the solid Silence is just as pleasantly hard rocking, and more consistent throughout. They haven't changed their sound much, still pumping out very enjoyable Christian-themed hard punk, although they do take a few more chances on About a Burning Fire.
   
   The record starts off with a few vintage Blindside tracks, "Eye of the Storm", "Follow You Down", and the single "All of Us". They all contain great hard guitars and enjoyable, catchy refrains. The next song, "Shekina", is a step in a different direction, featuring a beautiful female vocal, nice music, and some lyrics in the band's native Swedish.
   
   The next couple songs are the most forgettable. "Hooray, It's L.A." features Billy Corgan on the guitar, but you wouldn't know if they didn't tell you. "Swallow" has a slightly infectious chorus, but these songs are merely solid, not really good. The next really good track on the album is "After You're Gone", which is a little too short. It's a great song with really haunting lyrics, and it really gets you caught up in its power.
   
   The next couple tracks are a bit of a departure. "Where the Sun Never Dies" starts out fairly standard but ends with an unusual (for this band) techno interlude, and "Roads" is an out-of-nowhere, slow-moving song with a Western flair that's kind of hard to describe. The final song is the title track, which goes back to what Blindside does best, hard guitar riffs accompanied by towering, throat-shredding vocals. It's a good way to end an album for an album that does what they do about as good as anyone.



3. Blindside certainly had a hard act to follow after such an amzing release as "Silence," and naturally, any group would have a hard time maintaining that kind of energy and consistency. "Burning Fire" was actually the first Blindside album I cam across, and although it got my attention, I can see how longtime fans would be a disappointed in places. Luckily, even the band's mediocre works still have some gripping highlights, and "About a Burning Fire" is no exception.
   
   The album starts off promisingly with "Eye of the Storm" and "Follow you down;" nice tracks, but still a preview of more memorable things to come. "All of Us" has a unique balance to it, with subtle, restrained verses; it's a powerful song without being hyperactive, and, as usual, has a special symmetry to it's lyrics that make it stand out from a lot of other rock songs. The real pinnacle, however, is "Shekina," which is different from anything I have ever heard, not just from Blindside- it's beautiful, and extremely original, with string movements, traditional Swedish herd-calling, and beautiful lyrics in both English and Swedish.
   Things seem to fall flat from there, though,as the next three tracks have a filler-quality to them, but the pace gradually picks back up from there. "Across Waters Again" and "After you're gone" are agreeable songs and evocative of Silence's mellower fare, while "Where the sun never dies" gives a much needed energy-boost towards the end, fading off into a nifty electronic beat, which works better here than on any other song they've used this on. The title track wraps things up with a roaring (but controlled) throwback to "A Thought Crushed My Mind," and goes out with a bang.
   
   "About a Burning Fire" is kind of a mixed bag of the stellar and the forgettable, with a few marked lulls, but as usual, the songs still enjoy a subtle but potent infusion of the band's spirituality: always true to their background, but never critical or exclusive. Existing fans will appreciate the highlights on this cd, but new listeners are probably better off testing the waters with a more consistent album like "Silence."



4. Sound: This CD is by a band called Blindside that is from Stockholm, Sweden. This CD rules because of the unique blend of hard rock and vocals that scream passion right into your face. One of the songs, "Shekina", is partially written in their native tongue, Swedish and has a Swedish singer as well. This is just one of the many unique sounds on this album.
   
   Lyrics: My overall impression of the lyrics on this CD were that they were skillfully written and, after a few listens, are esay to sing along to. The singer, Christian Lindskog, blends screaming with heart-felt vocals that tie into the emotion of the lyrics. Blindside's lyrics are Christian and their lyrics back that up.
   
   Impression: My overall impression of this band was that it was one of the best bands I have ever heard. Their lyrics and music are unique and enjoyable to listen to. The best songs are: "Eye Of The Storm," "Follow You Down," "All Of Us," "Across Waters Again," "After You're Gone" and "About A Burning Fire."



5. Great cd. Blindside is my favorite group, and this is a really good cd. I only give cd's 5 stars if they completely deserve it. Silence is my favorite Blindside cd, and I of course gave that 5 stars. The only other Blindside cd that I gave a 5 was The Great Depression and I'm not even quite sure if that deserved it. Here is my ratings for the songs:
   
   1. Eye of the Storm- One of the best songs on the cd for sure. Great chorus. 9/10
   
   2. Follow You Down- Not quite as good. The guitars are a little heavier in this one. It's still a good song though. 8/10
   
   3. All of Us- AMAZING. A lot of people don't like this song cause it's "too light" for Blindside. It's a really good song though with great vocals. 9/10
   
   4. Shekina- One of Blindside's worst slow songs. I don't blame the guest vocalist though like most people do. It's not horrible though. I just don't like it. 2/10
   
   5. Hooray it's L.A.- The first time I heard this song I got really scared. Why is Blindside swearing? They actually aren't swearing, they're are just using the word to tell about how bad the world is. About the song, it's pretty good. 7.5/10
   
   6. Swallow- This song is strange and a little bit annoying. Kind of punk sounding for Blindside. 7/10
   
   7. Die Buying- GOOD. One of the better songs on the cd. I like the guitars in this song. 8/10
   
   8. Across Waters Again- One of the heavier songs on the album. I don't like the long part at the end that just goes on for about a minute though. 8/10
   
   9. After You're Gone- Very emotional. One of the best songs on the cd in my opinion. 8.5/10
   
   10. Where the Sun Never Dies- Okay. 7.5/10
   
   11. Roads- I like the way this ends right before About a Burning Fire starts. This is a slow song, but it's pretty good for one. 7.5/10
   
   12. About a Burning Fire- ONE OF THE BEST SONGS EVER!!! This song has a lot of screaming, but it gets very emotional at the end. The first few times I heard it I just sat their awestruck. By the way, this is the first song I've ever given more than a ten. 11/10
   (I don't like giving things above a ten, and this song didn't deserve that too much above one, but it did deserve more than a 10)
   
   Anyway, I do recommend this album. Here is the order you should get the Blindside cd's in (not the order from best to worst).
   
   Silence
   (if you like screaming) A Thought Crushed My Mind
   (if you don't like screaming) About a Burning Fire
   The Great Depression
   (Whichever one you did not get from above)
   ST (don't get this one unless you really like Blindside)