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Cellophane

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I remember when the song "Down" first came out and wondering if Van Halen had taken a different direction with their music...and in a very radical way. But I was glad I was wrong, and discovered for myself the beauty of Cellophane's self-titled debut album. Chock full of explosive moments, moody moments, and singer/guitarist Shannon Crawford's excellent vocals, this album should be a favorite amongst alternative metal fans and rock fans in general.

The opener "Here We Lay" sets the tone of much of this collection, and the pummel of the drums carries it into the atmospherically crunchy first single "Down", which Crawford is almost a dead ringer for Sammy Hagar during the chorus. However, Crawford really has his own voice and shines all over this album, and on quieter moments like the haunting "Cut Away", he settles down his monstrous passion for a quieter tune. But the explosive "I Crave You Gone" shatters that completely away, and it's one of my favorite songs on the album. "Ride Thy Neighbor" is instantly catchy, and fast with its jangle of acoustic and electric guitars. "Tamarak Tree" keeps the melody but explodes during the chorus and last closing minute of the song. But quieter moments like the somber "Standing in the Storm" and the gentle and lush "Home" are more introspective then you might think they could possibly be. It shows that Cellophane are powerful songwriters, and John (guitar), Doug (bass), and Moke (drums, now in Otep) help to carry the music. My only quibble is that it's only 39 minutes long!!

All in all, you've got a great blend of rock, metal, alternative, moody moments, and gusto that create one of the most powerful and ambitious debuts. While this band was basically swept under the rug and left to rot for an eternity, those who are lucky to snatch a copy of this debut will be in for a rare and veritable treat.

I originally purchased this CD because the band was on the Ozzfest tour in '97 and expected to sound like the other Ozzfest bands. What a pleasant surprise. The textured guitar worked combined with erie melodies create a sonic masterpiece, but that doesn't mean it doesn't rock! I can't wait for the next album.

I first saw Cellophane back in the Fall of 1997 at Toad's Place in New Haven at Yale Univ. where they were playing with The Nixons, some then unknown band named Sevendust, and several others. At the time I was not into such types of music, but Cellophane caught my attention. Starting out as hardcore type music with songs like "Here We Lay" and then flowing to such relaxed tunes as "Standing in the Storm" and "Cut Away". Given that it was released in 1997, it's a really decent blend of "hard" music and the softer, mellow tunes; much like those that you hear today from such bands as Filter, Vertical Horizon, Course of Nature, Default, etc. I was 19 years old when I first heard them and purchased their cd and it's still one I carry in my car to this day. If you are into the previous bands, then Cellophane just might be the band for you!

I love this album so much!! I saw it sitting on the shelf at a local used CD store in the summer of 2003 and only bought it because I knew that Doug Ardito (the current bassist for Puddle of Mudd) used to be in this band. Seeing as how POMudd is my favorite band, I thought I'd check it out. I was TOTALLY suprised that these guys didn't make it any further than they went!! YOU MUST buy this CD, brand new or used, it does NOT matter, you will be missing out if you do not at least check this out!!

vafan e cellophane undrade jag när plattan började snurra på min skivtallrik.
10 spår senare låg jag lyckligt utmattad på golvet, totalt utmattad, krampaktigt kramande skivfodralet. en bra platta helt enkelt.

one of my favorite cd's ever, almost impossible to find
Down is incredible, some of the best screaming/singing i've heard

music reminds me of Muse, but with punk edge and the vocals don't get annoying, pick it up if you can find it

This band should have been huge, maybe just bad timing in the industry.

Cellophane puts a new twist on a rather old sound. They are an alternative band with a hard edge. If you like bands such as The Nixons and Candlebox, this maybe an album for you. It combines hard riffs with exceptional melodies. Add in Shannon Crawfords amazing vocals and you've got a five star album.

I saw these guys at the Warped Tour a few years back I think. They were on the small stage and I thought they went by the name Cellophane Solution. They must have changed their name in order to satisfy the man. But anyway...this cd isn't too bad. They try to really rock hardcore and be scary and such (evidenced by the cover art) and they pull it off alright. I mean, they're not hardcore. These guys are pretty much all sissies who got beat up in high school but they've got a decent sound.

i bought this cd in 97, when i was 15, i loved it then, except for the cheesy slow half of the it, the harder faster songs are definatly badass.Its too bad i lost this cd, and noone has it on kazaa, because listning to the preview of "down" makes me really want this cd back