Doppelganger (Dig)

The Fall of Troy | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (August 16, 2005)
• Original Release Date: 2005
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Equal Vision Records
• ASIN: B000A2H9XO
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (41 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #26,207 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Melodic, uplifting vocals and harmonies, side-by-side with tortured, assaulting screams. Mathematically precise rhythms and complex fretwork, giving way to loose jam-inspired divergences. Pop-meets-punk-meets-metal-meets-rock in the unlikeliest of places: this is the musical crossroads where you'll find Washington State-based trio The Fall of Troy, skittering off defiantly in one direction after another, refusing to stick to any one established road. If it sounds like it all adds up to chaos, that's because it often does - but only in the same beautiful way as our own everyday experience. And with Doppelganger, their Equal Vision debut, that kind of musical experimentation and alternate perspective has enabled Thomas Erak (vocals/guitar), Tim Ward (bass/vocals), and Andrew Forsman (drums) to stand out right from the start. Given the chance to work on the new record with top producer Barrett Jones (Foo Fighters, The Melvins, Jawbox), the band jumped, and entered the studio in exactly the right mindset. "We didn't really go in there with a set sound in mind," says Forsman. "We just kind of figured it out on the spot. So the new album became more of a snapshot of us at the time than a posed picture." Which is fitting, considering that no two live experiences with The Fall of Troy are ever the same. Rather than plan out every aspect of their shows, the band leaves things open on stage, allowing for the music and the energy to take over. No one knows exactly when or how a song will change, or when the atmosphere will explode with electricity, until it actually happens. And while a record can't physically change from listen to listen, that sense of spontaneity remains a big part of what makes Doppelganger so powerful.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great CD from a Very Promising Band., July 2, 2006

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Mr. Pimpson "Pimpson" (Waxahachie, TX USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Doppelganger (Dig) (Audio CD)

This CD is a very complex piece of work. It's definitely got footing in prog/experimental rock, but it also has flourishses in emo/hardcore (thankfully not too much), pop hooks, and some 80's hair metal. It's amazing how even though it's the same thing each time you listen to it, it has such an amazing energy that never really leaves, you'll keep noticing little nuances that are great. The band itself is amazing. Thomas Erak (Vox/Guitar) is sheer brilliance, definitely one of the most talented guitarists I have ever heard, especially considering that he is not only doing some serious guitar work, but singing at the same time. The bass is exceptional as well, with alot of nice chords that really bring out the percussion from the drummer, who is also very talented. It's a little disappointing, though, that these guys are being fairly overlooked by the public. I don't know what's up, but these guys definitely deserve some serious attention, definitely more than any of those hardcore/emo/metalcore bands such as underoath, who merely feign emotion, while these guys are true brilliant, blistering, beautiful emotion. A must have for any music fan who is looking for new talent.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Jesus, volta freaks...Get this, April 18, 2006

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Profirio Diaz "Professor fire" (Orange County, California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Doppelganger (Dig) (Audio CD)

I cam across the Fall of Troy through myspace. I listened to their song PT 5, and was amazed at the talent these guys.

Before that, I was very into the Mars Volta. I still am, but as time went on, I got more and mroe into the Fall of Troy. I eventually bought the cd, and listened to it. Now, reguardless, I listen to all of Doppleganger, each day. I can't help it, they are so great. I didn't expect this band to actually entertain me, especially with their live work. They are an amazing band, and everybody else, who thinks otherwise, should just stick to their metalcore and rap. No reason for your lack o musical tastee to interfere with peple who have potential of lisntieng to one of the best bands to arise today

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Stop reading the reviews, and just buy it already!, January 12, 2006

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robert rizzo (gainesville, fl) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Doppelganger (Dig) (Audio CD)

Fall of Troy and my ears. A match made in heaven. After cruising around on purevolume.com and equalvision.com checking these guys out I knew this was a must have. I purchased this cd in September of 05 and still listen to it(or their self title cd) almost everyday. For some reason I am unable to get bored with any of their cds. Intricately layered guitar work, unbelievable impeccablely timed drumming, pulsating bass, and all over the place vox. Very mathematical. They make it seem so easy to make music this good. It's hard to compare this to anything, there are so many different genres involved. I guess if I had to pigeonhole this, I would call it experimental hardcore/heavy metal/metalcore. Sounds like a much crazier version of Refused. Vicious, brutal and at times peaceful. If I had to recommend a cd of FOT's to begin with for newbies try Doppleganger. It's not any better than their self title, just mastered better. NOW STOP READING AND GET TO BUYING!