Wednesday, November 23, 2005

0033: You knew it was coming!
My top 15 best cd's I own!

1. Circle Takes the Square - As the Roots Undo
I love these guys, their music doesn't come off as a group of pot smokers dropping out of school to join a band. Mainly because it isn't. Some say it's just noise, but there are also some very loyal fans, and I am one of them. This cd deserves a listen. It is not for everyone though.

2. Beloved - Failure On
However, everyone needs to go out and buy this cd right now! There is no way that you cannot be instantly attached at your first listen. Their lyrics are meaningful and their music, powerful. There is just so much to be said about this band. These guys are my number one recommendation, but CTTS just got there first.

3. Swift - Waging War
This is the most personally important cd I own. It helped me out of an emotional rut a few years ago, and now it travels with me everywhere I go, even if it is too scratched up to play now. Another one of my top recommendations, Gary can write lyrics and balance singing and screaming quite well. Not to mention their drummer is the best independent producer in North Carolina!

4. Still Remains - If Love Was Meant to Die
Yep, it's a six song EP, but this cd has dominated my playlist and cd player for a month now. Their music is simply the best metal I've heard. Not to say that there isn't better metal bands out there, but this is the one that appeals to me the most.

5. Underoath - The Changing of the Times
Yay for hardcore the emo kids listen to? Anyway, I like the beats, the breakdowns, and the female attention it may or may not give me. You already own this cd, so I'm not going to bother with the recommendations.

6. Circa Survive - Juturna
Anthony Green has the most beautiful male voice I've heard... Don't question my sexuality. His voice, coupled with some of the best emo guitarists turned progressive, equals one of my favorite cd's. I recommend this for everyone and their grandma. This band need the attention they deserve.

7. Coheed and Cambria - Second Stage Turbine Blade
Coheed and Cmbria needs a spot here, since their one of my favorite bands in general. This is their best cd. You already own it, so no worries there, right?

8. KILLWHITNEYDEAD - So Pretty So Plastic
Haha, this band is funny. They use movie quotes in their songs, they fit perfectly while somehow managing to make fun of everyone. Listen at your own risk.

9. All That Remains - This Darkened Heart
Sorry, I know nothing about this band, but I love this cd. I'm glad Brad recomended it to me, so I'm passing it on. This band is some of the best metal you'll ever hear.

10. It Dies Today - The Catliff Choir
Pretty much the same ^

11. Norma Jean - O' God, the Aftermath
This cd is so in your face and heavy that it deserves a mention. Great for parties, backyard wrestling, and headaches.

12. He is Legend - 91025
They may be country-sounding, but these guys have metalcore down. They have hundreds of loyal fans and their shows are always sold out. Enjoy your new favorite band.

13. Rifles At Recess - To Whisper in Tongues
Yep, I totally stole my name from this band, with good reason. For a while, this was the heaviest band I could stand. And then there was KILLWHITNEYDEAD...

14. School For Heroes - Listen
My favorite band for two years. Now they're just too emo for me, so I'm passing it down to you guys. You can get both of their cd's together for ten bucks at http://tribunalrecords.net .

15. The Bronx - The Bronx
A fun band I discovered two years ago that got moderate success the year after. A gritty punk band that hails back to the days of Black Flag and Minor Threat. Listen to these guys, I love 'em.
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