Released 20 years ago today, this is the 2nd album from post-hardcore band Emery, and probably their most popular album. Like most of their albums from this time, the music is mostly heavy rock/metal, but the lyrics are a mix of emo-ish singing and loud screams, for some pretty unique musical sounds. Lyrically, most of it seems to be about teenage relationships and insecurities, more specifically the stupid things young people do and later regret. I love the music of Emery because it mashes together so many styles; so much of the vocals sound like they could be in a Broadway production with all the drama and emotion, but instead they are in a mix with raging guitars and heavy drums and bass. I will admit at first I wasn't really sold on Emery, but after a few listens I came to love their albums. This is a great album to listen to all the way through because it is a great exploration of actions and emotions with unique music.

Release Year: 2005
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