Release date: Oct. 11, 2005
Starting off with the punishing "Hero" and falling into the more melodic "Ugly," Sevendust's latest release, "Next" comes out with a one-two punch to knock you right off your chair.
Right off the bat, the album offers a sound that is a perfect followup to 2003's "Seasons." The 11 tracks clock in at just under 45 minutes in length.
The pace picks back up with "Pieces" another aggressive track.
There was some talk of concern after guitarist Clint Lowery left the band last year, but, to be honest, you'd never know he's gone if you listen to the new album.
The melodic singing of Lajon Witherspoon coupled with the screaming of drummer Morgan Rose has become Sevendust's signature - and it's all over this album.
"This Life," the fifth track on the album, gives the listener a break as the pace slows down and focuses on Witherspoon's vocals.
"Failure" and "See and Believe" pick the pace back up slightly, but not as hard and aggressively as the first four tracks. They are, however, solid tracks that fit in nicely in the progression of the album.
That pace remains the same until the final track, "Shadows In Red," an acoustic song that sounds similar to "This Life."
Overall, I'd say if you liked the band's previous albums, you'll enjoy their latest release.
Posted by jeffhahnedisabled at October 16, 2005 9:58 AM
