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Everybody's Fool

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Evanescence is the first artist or band in years whose singles I've collected to this extent. This single release suggests that the band is running out of B-sides. If you know anything about modern recording, you'd know that all you have to do to create an "instrumental version" of a song is to click and disable the vocal tracks in ProTools. So the inclusion of an"instrumental version" on a single suggests that the vaults are getting a little dry.

Good thing, then, that Amy Lee is a fantastic singer who doesn't need studio polish, so the live tracks carry the interest. Whether two live tracks and an "instrumental version" (seems like a karaoke tool -- good luck hitting Lee's vocal range, though) is worth the price of this single is your call, but I was able to find this single for under seven dollars. At this price, I'd say the live tracks are worth it. "Taking over Me" is Lee at her most quavery; her pitch is off, but it adds a more human, vulnerable dimension to her usually pristine singing. I wonder if her voice is fatigued from all the touring? I like this approach, though; it adds a touch of the ragged to Evanescence, much in the way Emmylou Harris' slightly cracked voice on Wrecking Ball actually enriched her voice. The world-music-influenced vocalizations on "Whisper" sound good and fit Lee's voice very well.

It should be interesting to see how this band fares without chief songwriting partner Ben Moody on its next record. Lee has proven her worth again and again; the next phase will be crucial, to see if she can lead this band alone.

"Everybody's Fool" is the forth single from Evanescence's album "Fallen". This is one single that proves that they deserved their five 2003 Grammy nominations (including Album of the Year), winning two: Best New Artist and Best Hard Rock Performance ("Bring Me To Life"). Rarely does a hardcore rock band write and perform such creative themes, combining hard rock and celtic music. And rarely does a hardcore rock lead singer sing with tremendous vocal talent. Evanescence continue to amaze listeners after every single release.

"Everybody's Fool" is no exception. Their signature sound remains edgy, yet beautiful. Amy Lee writes and performs her words beautifully, blending well with the background theme. The poetry gives this song the distinct passion that no other performer has touched. The sensative and the hardcore sides express themselves amazingly while few other artists have accomplished this highly difficult task. Therefore, the songwriting aspect is unbelievable, especially combining a strong guitar and a choir.

The other three tracks give listeners a different aspect of Evanescence: the instrumental version and live versions of "Taking Over Me" and "Whisper". The performances from Cologne proves that the talents are real while adding a new prospective to the songs that album listeners have never heard. The instrumental version of "Everybody's Fool" also creates enjoyable listening.

The "Everybody's Fool" single is great for any fan of Evanescence. This set is sure to please any listener. Those wanting more Evanescence musical perspective should also buy their album "Fallen", which offers ageless enjoyment.

Evanescence's dynamic and ethereal yet hard metal rock sound make them truly unique. When coupled with Amy Lee's heavenly vocals, Evanescence is really worth listening to again and again.

Everybody's Fool, the 4th single from Fallen, depicts a young girl's admiration for a glamour pop star whose hollow existance only leads others to follow blindly in the path of lies. The hard hitting lyrics make this track so special.

The two live tracks included are a welcome look into how naturally talented the group is.

The instrumental b-side of Everybody's Fool is nice because it shows that, even without amy lee's vocals, it's still amazing music.

This is an okay single-it would be LOTS better if it had the video for Everybody's Fool on it. The Live tracks are great, Amy's amazing live.

Forget Everybody's Fool, buy this for the live tracks. I think their Cologne show had to have been one of their best performances, I have loved every song from it. (They really should put the live version of Breathe No More on a single)....anyway.....the live recording of Whisper is FANTASTIC!! Taking Over Me is good but man....Whisper....

Very nice -4 track- CD with a good mix of studio, live and instrumental selections. The two "live from Cologne" tracks are my personal favorites.

The CD also has a very nice close-up shot of Amy Lee on the cover (with the rest of the band in the background). Probably the best picture of her to be found on any of their CD's. This CD is now OOP so get it while you still can.

Everybody's Fool is a great song and for any Evanescence fan you'll want to add this to your collection. I am however wondering when a new album will come out considering Fallen was two years ago. Hopefully we'll see more great things in the future but for the fan dying for new stuff this is a good little appetizer for the new album.

1. Everybody's Fool
2. Taking Over Me (Live From Cologne)
3. Whisper (Live From Cologne) (love this song too)
4. Instrumental Version (great to hear a new version)

For the price it sells for it's not an expensive addtion to your collection cheaper that you could get off of Itunes if they had Evanescence.

Great awesome rock song by new band Evanescence. Defintley recommend to everyone who loves a great rock song.

I am a big evanescence fan. They're song "everybody's fool" is pretty amazing. I believe the best part of it is the instrumental, aside from her good vocal skills.

Not so much this, or any particular song, but the band in general.

I love this group. I have around 50 of their songs.

That said, how many frigging ways can a band release the same old songs over and over and over again?

Come on guys. Give us a new CD with new material instead of the same thing with a different picture. It is getting pretty damn old.