|
"Under The Boards" a Testament To Emo Rock |
|
|
|
Written by JORDAN BRANDES
|
|
Tuesday, 11 December 2007 |
Some albums are created to inspire hope and inspiration. Saves The Day’s sixth LP Under The Boards is not that album. It’s more in the spirit of isolation, anger and grief. Lyrics such as “the demon in my mouth that spits words out/ made everybody hate me and kill myself” start the first track. This is the kind of niche album that emo lovers will eat up.
| | |
Saves The Day
|  Entertainment
Art
"Under The Boards"
(Vagrant Records)
Released October 30, 2007
|
| | |
Surprisingly, the music that accompanies the depressing lyrics is relatively upbeat. The whole album seems to have that confused mood. The album cover depicts a clear, beautiful night sky with stars swirling overhead. It’s a beautiful image that totally conflicts with what is being said on the album.
“We really put a lot of ourselves into these songs” says frontman Chris Conley. If this is true, then the entire band is in need of some serious therapy. Almost all the songs have a whiny, melancholy sound that makes the idea of going through all 13 songs a chore.
To be fair this album has its place. The essential element to many songs is about finding love or losing it. Saves The Day does manage to capture the feeling of total desolation that comes with losing someone you love. Tracks five through 10 encompass the post-break-up depression well. It is hard to get excited about an album that seems to take an almost cheery stance on suicide. Track nine’s “Getaway” clearly outlines the thoughts of a man on the verge of losing, looking forward to death.
The one exception on the whole album comes on track two’s “Radio” a song with a very upbeat pop sound. It isn’t the happiest song, but it does diverge a little from the depressing lyrics of the others. Chances are this is the single that radio stations will pick up. Ironically, if that happens, it will give listeners the impression that Saves The Day is an upbeat pop band, when it really isn’t.
This album is not for everyone. In fact, it should probably have a disclaimer warning people that it may cause extreme depression. With holidays right around the corner many of you readers will be on the lookout for new music to get your loved ones. Make sure “Under The Boards” is not under the tree. The consequences might not be so cheery. |
GFJJHDDHG
Written by Guest on 2007-12-23 04:24:59
     | Jordan B.
Written by Guest on 2007-12-23 10:37:57
Weak, if you're gonna make a comment about the review at least have it make sense. I like criticism, it's part of the job, but I can't do anything If I don't know what you're talking about. |
Powered by AkoComment 2.0! |
