Bleed Me Blue

Underwater | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (January 28, 2003)
• Original Release Date: 2003
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Tribunal
• ASIN: B00007KWH4
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #563,580 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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5.0 out of 5 stars And I can't help but feel responsible for the change I've seen in you, September 24, 2006

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Brett Corkins (Hutchinson, KS) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bleed Me Blue (Audio CD)

The Underwater has all the ingredients needed to make them a popular band. Be it the vocals, music, or the lyrics, everything is there for these guys to be conquering the modern rock scene. But alas, they have slipped under the radar and have steadily built a fanbase. I myself hadn't heard of them until I was browsing around on Tribunal's website. A great write-up and unbeatable price only beckoned my purchase further. So whether you've completely stumbled upon this band, such as I did, or are actually seeking them out, definitely pick this up. In only seven songs it spans a wide range of emotions, excellent vocals, and great music.

When I first heard The Underwater I really wasn't sure about what I'd heard. The vocals almost sounded whiney and depressing, though with further listens I've really become hooked by them. Aside from a few parts of a couple songs they remain of the melodic variety but that in no way takes away from the intensity of the music. There aren't any real guitar solos which kind of takes away from the overall 'complete' feeling but really doesn't effect the outcome too terribly much. Nifty riffs throughout help out the pace. The drums are decent but could stand to be a bit more ear catching. The bass is a bit unimpressive seeing as how you can't hear it at all. Other than that The Underwater is just a completely solid band.

From start to finish Bleed Me Blue is full of great, catchy, and relateable songs. The vocals help out the lyrics a lot, making the vulnerability really show itself. To Find You shows you the basic sound structure of the songs, i.e., melodic guitars, driving choruses, nice vocals. The First Shot is the first stellar track featured. The excellent guitar on the beginning gives way to quite the touching song. Disaster, aside from Pedigree Dog Killer, is probably the most intense track offered. The dual vocals create a different dynamic than the other songs have going for them. Chameleon begins quite heavy but eventually calms down and once again shows off the great vocals. The Capricious seems to be The Underwater's attempt at a radio track. Seeing as how it's quite straight forward and guitar heavy it gives the proper feel. The title track, Bleed Me Blue, is an all acoustic song that's even more driven by the vocals than before. Including this was a good idea, because while you just KNEW they would be good acoustic this only solidifies it. The chorus is especially good because Dan's voice truly soars. And alas we come to Pedigree Dog Killer, the most intense song featured. Having no real vocals in it really gives the band the opportunity to come to the front and show what they can do.

My favorite songs are The First Shot, Disaster, The Capricious, and Bleed Me Blue. If you've yet to hear The Underwater you're missing something special. Few times does a band with this sound and delivery come around. If the thought has even passed through your mind to get this you definitely should. If Amazon's price is more than you're willing to pay, Tribunal Records' website has it for an incredibly low price. Hopefully we'll see more from these guys very soon.

5.0 out of 5 stars lovin' it, April 13, 2005

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Mike Cobb (Maryland) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bleed Me Blue (Audio CD)

Great lyrics. Great sound. Too bad there aren't more songs on the album.

5.0 out of 5 stars the underwater is amazing!, March 11, 2005

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A. Leese (Pa) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bleed Me Blue (Audio CD)

after seeing the guys at a show I was instantly blown away by their talent. my friend however bought their last cd. I thought I was going to be able to wait and pick it up at the next show. I couldn't. I ended up buying it online. Im glad I did. what makes these guys great besides their amazing music is the fact they are local and beat the stereotypical stuck up rockstar personalities. they are down to earth and really appreciate their fans. rawk on guys!!!