Customer Reviews

Apologize for Nothing

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i heard these guys for the first time when they were at Gigantour with Megadeth in the summer of 2005, and i thought they were great musically, and despite the group of guys next to my group screaming out 'you suck' throughout the preformance, I wanted to hear more and more. I finally bought this album a couple days ago, since it had 'Better than Me' and a few others that they played at the show, at first i just thought it was so-so at first, but after a few listens, i like it alot more not. I relized that they are just as good live as on the album. the only down fall I find on the album is just some of the lyrics could be a little weird at times. Yes, some of the music heard on here sounds alot like others at times, but it's definatly worth a listen by any fan of metal.

Saw these guys open up for Sevendust/Mudvayne. They stole the show, hands down. The energy/chaos/dancing going on up on the stage is something I have not seen in years. These guys have a cohesive vibe going on that has been missing from most new music for ages.

The CD rocks. Psuedo-progressive metal/rock with twists and influences ranging from everywhere.
Now as far as innovation goes, they stray from what most modern innovators go for. There are very few if any mind blowing riffs or solos or drumming going on with this CD. What is mind-blowing is the off kilter imaginitive song-writing, some what reminiscent of SoAD's first album (in the song structures, not the sound), and the vocal melodies they throw at you. Four singers. And they can all sing pretty well.

My only "complaints" about the cd is the over-use of rap-style vocals (ok, the use at all really, there's not that much), the lack of innovative riffs etc, and the fact that the cd only manages to capture a sliver of the energy they put out up on the stage (not to say the cd is low-energy by any means). But none of those things have taken this CD out of my cd player. Give them a listen with an open ear, and you won't be dissapointed.

Here we go around, around.. If your expecting some basic Nu Metal/Death Metal Drone.. You are looking in the wrong place. Now if you want Originalty,Creativity & Fun then you've landed in the right spot. Bobaflex are basically a new band emerging onto the scene, Bringing forth a voice unheard of. Mixing Low depthed vocals with higher pitched clen singing was a blow to the head of Screamo bands that still bleeds. And the music reminds me of a mix between Mudvayne,Misfits,Bloodsimple & American Head Charge.. Only a pinch more oddities added. The lyrics are flawless and fun to both headbang and sing along with. The fans go crazy for these creative masterminds, and pits tend to open for the most oddest of melodies. All in all, If your a Metal lover looking for something different like I am this is for you! Bobaflex is the evolution of metal at hand!

I have been a fan of Bobaflex for years. They were a local band here in the dubba V (WV) and rocked Huntington like no other local band has done before. The stuff they are doing on apologize for nothing is exactly what i expected and it was great to see turn the heat up on that cd it being one of the oldest songs that i remember from them. I am proud that they are the searing and screaming voice for West Virginia proving were not all toothless shoeless rednecks for more WV rock (which is the best underground scene in the world in my opinion Ive been all over and nothin is quite like here)check out Byzantine also a new label band signed on I believe the same label as lamb of God but don't quote me though they don't pack the same thunder as Bobaflex. Apologize for nothing GREAT ALBUM CHECK IT OUT!

My first, real taste of Bobaflex was seeing them perform last December as part of the Masters Of Horror tour and ever since that performance, I just can't get them out of my head. They hit the stage and instantly had everyone intriguied, if not, confused. Yeah, their image and their music was a bit sophmoric and goofy, but there was a certain fire there and they definitely stuck out like a sore thumb on the tour. It was definitely hard to look anywhere but onstage. Wanting to hear more, I picked up both their albums, 2003's "Primitive Epic" and this, their latest, "Apologize For Nothing" about a week later...

"Apologize For Nothing," as expected, is the better album, due in part to a record deal with TVT, which in turn means a bigger budget. What Bobaflex bring to the table is a healthy dosage of alternative metal. With two totally different, yet distinct vocalists (who also happen to be brothers) and a rather unique musical style that reminds me of early System Of A Down, Bobaflex truly stand out from the pack. No, they aren't completely original. I am reminded of not just System Of A Down, but also Snot and Disturbed while listening to their music, but I'd still rather listen to these guys than any of the emo-bands-gone-metal that are infesting the scene lately. The opening track, "Six Feet Undergound" is an in-your-face anthem that will instantly stick in your head. "Bright Red Violent Sex" lives up to it's name, while "Bullseye" brings a little social commentary about MTV and the current trend of gun-toting rappers that get unlimited praise. "Turn The Heat Up" and "Better Than Me" are easily the catchiest tracks on here and are the kinds of songs that will have you singing along on your first listen. "Guardian" is probably the most interesting song though, as it was written about Officer James Niggemeyer. Niggemeyer is the police officer who shot down Nathan Gale, who was responsible for the death of Dimebag Darrell and three others on December 8th, 2004. It's a nice tribute, but the lyrics are a bit weird, so it's hard to really understand what statement they are trying to make.

Aside from the good points, this album is not without it's faults. For one thing, it's obvious that these guys still have a long way to go, musically and lyrically. I can bet that their next album will be 100 percent better. Also "Apologize For Nothing" relies a little too closely on cliches, and often sounds dated. It's entertaining for a while (hell, I'm an admitted nu-metal fan) but it also gets a bit tired half-way through the album. However, it's a sound that isn't often heard anymore, and in that aspect, it's a great listen. I recommend "Apologize For Nothing" to those that enjoyed the days that Korn and Limp Bizkit ruled the charts. However, if you are more interested in heavier and more serious metal, Bobaflex simply ain't your cup of tea.

I really, really liked this album. The most energised vocal performance I've heard since Mike Patton. Solid musicianship, and some really cool lyrical acrobatics. Not to be taken too seriously, but definitely one to be enjoyed.

Okay I would like to start off by saying that it is an all right cd, but after Primitive Epic I was really expecting something different. I would suggest buying this, but if you're only going to get one get Primitive Epic instead. Okay with that said on to the album. It is pretty diverse like Primitive Epic and is a little harder or at least more raw, which is more representative of their live shows. Which is great cause they played all of these songs way back on Valentines Day when I saw them. But it comes off as a little odd to me that they seem to be really trying to push Better Than Me because that fits right in with the way they played on Primitive Epic. Yet the two tracks that carried over have a completely different tone to them, in fact they added 29 seconds to Turn The Heat Up. All right to so I'll end with: This should be a definite pick up if you like Bobaflex, especially if you've seen them live. However if you are just looking for an album to hear some of their stuff look at Primitive Epic.

I saw this band on Gigantour this summer and I could not believe how entertaining they were, musically and they're stage presence. Apoligize for Nothing is just a great hard rock album that any metal head could find entertaining.

I saw Bobaflex on the Gigantour video and thought they were great. The name of the band is a bit goofy, but I think it is a great indication of the band's overall attitude. They have a heavy sound accompanied by lyrics that you just can't take serious. I crack-up every time I listen to this disc. If you offend easily, don't buy this album! I love it and look forward to buying my next Bobaflex disc.

It's a good album, and it got here quick. A new album, not notched in the case or opened or used. And it worked good, shipping was quick, and they didn't charge anything extra, other than the original quoted shipping. I'd order from there again.