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Act of Depression

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What may surprise you is the shear intensity of this band. Not just live (though they are a sickening live act - yes, the blood is real), but simply in the songs themselves. Six songs? Yes. Short album? No. These songs are loooong and varied. The longest song clocks in at 10:40. The songs are like miniature classical compositions only composed of sheer brutality - this comes from someone who has a good classical music education, by the way. Musically, they mix mostly hardcore and death metal, but also some black metal influences. Vocally... well... Dallas is the man. As crazy as it all sounds, you never feel lost or over your head when you are listening to this CD (assuming you are into extreme music in the first place). Alot of chaotic or technical bands tend to be such a musical overload that you get bored or cant keep up in the first place. "Act of Depression" is exactly the opposite. Their songs have actual movements to them that pull you along for the ride. If you are into extreme music, you cant go wrong here.

Underoath is a band that defines what most christian bands would love to sound like. From the heavy metal sound, and the insane lyrics that attract you. Underoath is a band that gives those hardcore fans a great time. The songs are long, but keep you asking for more.
From the badass intro of ''watch me die''. To the sick voice of dallas taylor. If your a hardcore metal fan. I honestly give you advice to listen to them. Regardless if thier a christian band.
Nothing would please you more than to get up and headbang to an awesome metal band like underoath.

I listen to this cd non stop. Every time i listen to it i hear something that i didnt the previous time i listened to it. The lead singer Dallas is sick. I would die to see them in concert. Pick up their new cd called CRIES OF THE PAST. Order it from takehold.com. Their new cd is suprisingly better than this one, but "act of depression" is still one of my favorite cd's of all time.

I've seen these guys in concert. they are absolutely awesome. they will no doubt be nationally famous very soon. They are on Take Hold records which will also be famous soon. they are a great hardcore band and they are awesome guys. they put on a great show, are really entertaining and their music is of highest quality. they are also very spiritual, influencing people for Christ and inviting them into a relationship with him. they simply rock! get their cd, you won't be dissapointed.

This CD is so good it has the best mix of Black metal and Hardcore if you dont own it definately get it

Upon first listening to "Act Of Depression", it's hard to believe that this is the same band that brought you "They're Only Chasing Safety" or even "Changing Of Times". This is coming from someone who likes both the old Underoath music, as well as the new. And to be honest I will say this album is not for everyone, especially those who are more accustomed to Underoath's new sound, or who are not fans of extreme music, because "Act Of Depression" is Underoath at their most volatile and devastating state of sound. While I still believe the band hadn't fully come into their own (that would happen on their next release "Cries Of The Past" though), "Act Of Depression" is great piece of metalcore, and if you are an open minded music fan then there is a lot about this release to enjoy.

"Act Of Depression" at first glance may seem like any other EP out there. It's only six songs. But to not call it a full length would be a big understatement, because the songs are mammoth compositions. Songs range anywhere from 7 to 10 minutes, and the cd itself it over 55 minutes long, much longer than most modern day band's full length's which contain anywhere from 10-12 songs. The music is extremely, extremely technical, and does not follow typical song structures. There are no repeated parts or hooks (and that's saying a lot when a song is over 10 minutes long) and if you are not used to unconventional music of this nature, it may be a big turn off at first. The cd features the original Underoath lineup of only four people: Dallas, Aaron, Octavio and Corey. This is one of the drawbacks of the cd as Chris Dudley, the keyboardist who is an important aspect of the band, would not join until the next release. This gives the album a much more stripped down feeling and sound. As for the songs, most are very, very good considering the members of the band were only 18 when this was recorded. "Heart Of Stone" and "A Burden In Your Hands" are two of the strongest tracks. Dallas' vocals never change from screaming, although he does occasionally throw in some death metal growls or high shrieks. Songs like "A Love So Pure" and "Act Of Depression" are amazing musical compositions which showed what the band was fully capable of at the time. Corey's guitar playing was rigged and heavy, and could easily throw out a breakdown as well as a blazing lead. Aaron and Octavio are notably strong on the drums and bass as well. The cd really does have a lot of very good and memorable music if listened to for what it's worth.

So now more importantly, the question is "Will I like it?" Like I said, I like both new and old Underoath, so I believe newer fans can like this, if they are into heavier music. As someone who has been listening to Underoath since "Changing Of Times" and likes a lot of metal and hardcore, I think this can appeal to Underoath's broad audience. However if you are more accustomed to their newer material I would recommended downloading the cd and trying it out. It will be a better way for you to tell if you want to put out the money for this cd, as these run very expensive sometimes. Oh and more importantly don't pay $124 for this when you can just download it. If you must buy it check Ebay, I've seen them go for as cheap as $25 dollars, so paying anywhere near that much is not only ridiculous, it's also stupid especially since Underoath used to sell these for $7 at their shows (good thing I got one then). The Underoath Takehold releases are out of print so they are harder to find, but they are widely abundant on the internet. So definitely download this or at least sample the album before purchasing, it will make the decision much easier.

Overall "Act Of Depression" is a solid release, but like I said the band had yet to come into their own. On "Cries Of The Past" when Chris and Matt joined the band, their sound got considerably stronger. Newer fans of Underoath should definitely sample this cd before picking it up, because it's very different. To be honest anyone should sample this cd before picking it up, because it really does take an acquired taste to like and appreciate. However if you are open to more technical and extreme forms of music, then I think you will be very pleased by this release. It's hard to believe that Underoath have changed so much since this release, but they are still making great music, so I think that whatever has happened, has happened for the best. Don't get ripped off by paying too much for this. A great foundation for things that would come. Give it a listen.

I've seen these guys twice, and they are so CRAZY! I definately recommend this cd, especially if you like hard core or metal. and if you do, than you should already own this cd. it's one of my favorite cds and it is definately worth the [money].

Act of depression.I thought would of been aloft better musically.I men yes love sure pure and watch me die are brutal.but some of these songs was like the same riff for a long time it's like building up then the same thing.the vocals are awsome.could of been better cries of the past is better. some parts are good.but some sings are not good all the way though.it's like the whole song should be good all the way though.

This is definitely one of the best Metalcore bands there are, but don't get confused when you see everyone else use ,"Metalcore," on there newer stuff, because Metalcore and screamo are 2 different styles of music. This band defenitely went down the tube after the band slowly split up and new members arrived. It is definitely worth the money for the cd. It sounds similar to Zao. When I heard this cd it was over I had to buy it, but when "They're only chasing safety" came out I bought it, listened, and continued to throw it in the trash. I haven't yet heard, "Changing of times", but when I met the crew while they were in the middle of their third album I figured I wouldn't be disappointed. If someone who likes the first 2 cd's please let me know about the third.

I don't really know what to say bad about this album...or this band really. This album is a beautiful creation of underOATH that you really can't find anywhere except on this site and on eBay. But it's definetely a must have. Nice long songs with lyrics that will keep you thinking long after your done listening to it and music that would make anyone go crazy. The band is just amazing. Dallas Taylor is definetely the best screamer of them all and Aaron Gillespie is an awesome drummer (my favorite to be in fact). It's very well composed and very well played out. So try and find this album and GET IT! You so won't regret it.