Chiodos - All's Well That Ends Well
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Artist: ChiodosEdition: Music CD
CD Release Date: 2005-07-26
Music Label: Equal Vision Records
Soundtracks:
- Prelude
- All Nereids Beware
- One Day Women Will All Become Monsters
- Expired In Goreville
- Baby, You Wouldn?t Last A Minute On The Creek
- The Words ?Best Friend? Become Redefined
- Interlude Pt. 1
- There?s No Penguins In Alaska
- Interlude Pt. 2
- We?re Gonna Have Us A Champagne Jam
- No Hardcore Dancing In the Living room
- Who?s Sandie Jenkins
- To Trixie And Reptile, Thanks For Everything
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Free Music Review: One of 2005's Unexpected Gems
Hit: 5 Stars
I'll be the first to admit that I was never a big fan of Chiodos (formerly known as The Chiodos Brothers) before. Personally I thought they just sounded like an alternate version of The Blood Brothers, while being more melodic and cohesive at times. However after hearing "Alls Well That Ends Well", I can safely say any pre-conception I (or anyone for that matter) had of the band can be completely erased. Enter Chiodos. Chiodos does so many things right and extremely different on this record, something which easily sets them apart from most of their peers in the emo and hardcore scene. They do an excellent job of blending all the popular musical styles of the current scene (emo, hardcore, screamo, punk), while adding their own special elements to the puzzle, and create one of the most unique sounds you're likely to hear. To put it simply if you like any form of emo, hardcore, screamo or whatever, then this is a must listen album for you.
Chiodos are extremely accomplished musically for being so young. I think the age of most of the band members is somewhere between 19-21. That's saying a lot for this release. The guitars weave in and out with eachother creating remarkable patterns, and excellent riffs on pieces like "The Words 'best friend' Become Refined" and "There's Penguins In Alaska". Chiodos also has an extreme range, capable of turning something upbeat and poppish like "Baby You Wouldn't Last A Minute On The Creek" into a fierce breakdown with volatile screaming and plenty of double bass. Everyone in the band is extremely accomplished musically, and that really pays off off for them in the end. There's not a song on here you will want to skip (except maybe the interludes). Every song has its own unique flavor, and is distinct from any other on the album. Songs like "We're Gonna Have Us A Champagne Jame" and "No Hardcore Dancing In The Living Room" see the band taking their sound to the heavy extremes, while "All Nereids Beware" and "Expired in Goreville" balance out the record, showing Chiodos' more melodic side. The pace of the album is another great thing. No song lags on too long, or is too short for taste. Occasionally there is a slightly long soft intro ("Expired in Goreville", "No Hardcore Dancing In The Living Room"), but those parts don't hamper the songs at all. The addition of electronic elements like keyboards, what sounds like synthesizers, and even piano adds amazing depth to the music, really giving it a different sound from most of today's screamo/emo/posthardcore/whatever. Vocally the band is still somewhat in the Blood Brother's range (I mean hey they also have two vocalists, no coincidence), but personally I'll take Chiodos vocals over the Blood Brothers any day. They don't come off as sounding like little children, just passionate singers. Every single song on this album is worthy of praise, but you will only get the full idea when you listen for yourself.
After hearing this album I can't believe I ever doubted these guys. I'm also glad the guys signed with Equal Vision Records, because they are definitely a perfect fit for Chiodis' sound. Like I said if you're a fan of emo/hardcore/screamo/punk or whatever then I don't see why you wouldn't enjoy this one. This is already moving up spots in my top records of the year list. I can't wait to see these guys live again (because they are as equally amazing live) and hear what they have to offer in the future. If this is any indication, this band is destined for good things. So don't let this one pass by you; you'll be missing one of the definite highlights of 2005. And remember "No Hardcore Dancing In The Living Room."
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Since their formation, Chiodos have been focused on creating something different while letting their diverse influences shine through. Their resulting debut full length is only definable as a melting pot of electronic beats behind piano, metal guitar riffs and poppy melodic vocal lines that leave you humming. Heavy and harsh at one moment, beautiful and serene the next, seemingly as a rule staying away from 'verse-chorus-verse' song writing. Their debut EP was a raw effort of oddly pieced musical ideas and bedroom recordings, however it did not go unnoticed. Fans from their home state of Michigan and beyond buzzed about the release, along with praise of the band's explosive live performances. Leading to what would eventually become 7 full U.S. tours, thousands of CDs sold and countless enthusiastic fans. Influenced by Saves The Day, Queen, and At The Drive In, Chiodos create a sound both intense and versatile as they cross musical boundaries in every song. Chiodos is truly a beacon of light in a sea of music cluttered by cookie cutter mediocrity. You heard it here first.Alternative Rock Music CDs
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