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| Play | 1. I'll Never Let Go | 4:42 | $0.99 |  |
| Play | 2. Called Out In The Dark | 4:01 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 3. The Weight Of Love | 4:15 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 4. This Isn't Everything You Are | 4:58 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 5. The Garden Rules | 4:28 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 6. Fallen Empires (Album Version) | 5:19 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 7. Berlin | 2:03 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 8. Lifening | 3:53 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 9. New York | 4:01 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 10. In The End | 3:59 | $1.29 | |
| Play | 11. Those Distant Bells | 3:18 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 12. The Symphony | 6:06 | $1.19 | |
| Play | 13. The President | 4:34 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 14. Broken Bottles Form A Star (Prelude) | 1:29 | $0.99 | |
| Digital Booklet: Fallen Empires | n/a | Album Only |
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
My advice: Pay no attention to either the enthusiasts or the hecklers. There's a lot of talk about how this album took such a giant stylistic leap from their usual muse. This is true for maybe three tracks on the album, in which they used techno flourishes and dance grooves that sometimes throw back to 80s synth-pop-- and, in my opinion, that wasn't a bad thing. I'm not like some reviewers who think bands should never re-invent themselves. (That's why I'm not a huge fan of bands like Boston and AC/DC. Pretty much, each release sounds like every other. But, I digress.)
Those three aforementioned tracks-- "I'll Never Let Go", "Called Out In the Dark" and "In the End"-- are pretty much it for any real stylistic change. And even with those, take away the synths, and they sound just like earlier Snow Patrol work. And, frankly, it's not like they have never used spacey synths before, so even there, it's nothing shockingly new.
The rest of the album is right on par with the typical Snow Patrol material: A few quirky rockers, lots of big, orchestrated ballads with their almost trademark lack of any real bridge, and chorus sometimes not coming in until the very end when it is repeated over... and over.... again.... A formula that has appeared in every album over... and over.... again.... Also, a very simple tune like "Berlin" with wordless vocals, which reminds one much of artsy filler like "NYC" on the Songs for Polar Bears debut.
The stand-outs are the three earlier ones mentioned, as well as the moody ballad "This Isn't Everything You Are"-- awesome songwriting, here--, the intense build-up music of the title track and the cinematic "The Symphony", which are the kind of tracks that endeared me to SP to begin with.
In reality, rather than wowing (or enraging) us with any surprising stylistic change, this is very much an obvious continuation of A Hundred Million Suns-- but not quite as good. Indeed, Fallen Empires is a good recording, but not Snow Patrols best. Some fans, such as myself, will enjoy it, but we are hoping the next one returns to the quality of previous releases.
Those three aforementioned tracks-- "I'll Never Let Go", "Called Out In the Dark" and "In the End"-- are pretty much it for any real stylistic change. And even with those, take away the synths, and they sound just like earlier Snow Patrol work. And, frankly, it's not like they have never used spacey synths before, so even there, it's nothing shockingly new.
The rest of the album is right on par with the typical Snow Patrol material: A few quirky rockers, lots of big, orchestrated ballads with their almost trademark lack of any real bridge, and chorus sometimes not coming in until the very end when it is repeated over... and over.... again.... A formula that has appeared in every album over... and over.... again.... Also, a very simple tune like "Berlin" with wordless vocals, which reminds one much of artsy filler like "NYC" on the Songs for Polar Bears debut.
The stand-outs are the three earlier ones mentioned, as well as the moody ballad "This Isn't Everything You Are"-- awesome songwriting, here--, the intense build-up music of the title track and the cinematic "The Symphony", which are the kind of tracks that endeared me to SP to begin with.
In reality, rather than wowing (or enraging) us with any surprising stylistic change, this is very much an obvious continuation of A Hundred Million Suns-- but not quite as good. Indeed, Fallen Empires is a good recording, but not Snow Patrols best. Some fans, such as myself, will enjoy it, but we are hoping the next one returns to the quality of previous releases.
29 of 35 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Snow Patrol had cautioned fans that they should expect the band to take a new musical direction, so it was with a sense of concern that I approached this album. I need not have worried. Lightbody is still singing his heart out, his beautiful tenor floating and soaring and giving me chills. The music is a little more back to basics, rockier, but still fully accessible to fans who have been following them. Stand out tracks for me include "New York", which has an aching intro that harks back to some of the best moments of Snow Patrol, and "In The End", where Lightbody intones "In the end, there's nothing more to life than love, is there?" over a thrumming bass and a hard drumbeat. Ultimately, if you've been loving Snow Patrol, don't be scared. This is still classic Britrock with the melodic sensibilities that we have loved before. I think that this record will welcome a new set of fans into the fold. Very enjoyable, accessible record.
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Credit must be given where it is due. Snow Patrol have taken a creative risk by bathing new studio album "Fallen Empires" in electro beats and flirting ever so carefully on several tracks with a sound that's a bit more radio-friendly.
Regardless, what really works for "Fallen Empires" is the general lack of a dour, self-serious vibe that often plagues the work of decidedly "arty" rock artists at this approximate time of career. Gary Lightbody and company do not project any more than a necessary self-consciousness into the material, so nothing is cloying or overly sentimental. The music breathes.
Singles "Calling Out in the Dark," "This Isn't Everything You Are" and "New York" all have pep, rhythm, melody and sparkle with glistening choruses and considered, poetic lyrics that transform them into impressive, easy-to-listen-to pop/rock anthems.
They are not where the record's merit ends. "In the End" is profoundly stirring, with strong percussion from Jonny Quinn and husky guitars from Nathan Connolly propelling the pathos-fused melody and lyric onward. Lightbody's vocals are sincere and rife with passion. The nervy, jangly title track, with vocal modulations and rapid-fire drumming, works nearly as well.
The particularly electro-infused opener "I'll Never Let Go" is as intriguing and idiosyncratic as the more simply-produced anthem "Lifening," which breathes easily, simply presenting Lightbody's unique take on the meaning of life atop a highly evocative guitar.
"Berlin" also spots a unique worldbeat feel with a mixed-gender choral background, while "Those Distant Bells" sets the balmy, deeply felt tone its title implies.
"Fallen Empires" may lose Snow Patrol some fans, but it may gain them some as well. It is a slick, adventurous and artistically sincere set of solid tunes crafted by inarguably talented musicians.
Regardless, what really works for "Fallen Empires" is the general lack of a dour, self-serious vibe that often plagues the work of decidedly "arty" rock artists at this approximate time of career. Gary Lightbody and company do not project any more than a necessary self-consciousness into the material, so nothing is cloying or overly sentimental. The music breathes.
Singles "Calling Out in the Dark," "This Isn't Everything You Are" and "New York" all have pep, rhythm, melody and sparkle with glistening choruses and considered, poetic lyrics that transform them into impressive, easy-to-listen-to pop/rock anthems.
They are not where the record's merit ends. "In the End" is profoundly stirring, with strong percussion from Jonny Quinn and husky guitars from Nathan Connolly propelling the pathos-fused melody and lyric onward. Lightbody's vocals are sincere and rife with passion. The nervy, jangly title track, with vocal modulations and rapid-fire drumming, works nearly as well.
The particularly electro-infused opener "I'll Never Let Go" is as intriguing and idiosyncratic as the more simply-produced anthem "Lifening," which breathes easily, simply presenting Lightbody's unique take on the meaning of life atop a highly evocative guitar.
"Berlin" also spots a unique worldbeat feel with a mixed-gender choral background, while "Those Distant Bells" sets the balmy, deeply felt tone its title implies.
"Fallen Empires" may lose Snow Patrol some fans, but it may gain them some as well. It is a slick, adventurous and artistically sincere set of solid tunes crafted by inarguably talented musicians.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Fan Pleaser
Snow Patrol seems to have been cursed by recording such an amazing debut album, "Final Straw," that everything else they have released in its wake is harshly judged in comparison. Read more
Published 45 minutes ago by Donald E. Gilliland
love this new album
downloaded the album right when it came out and fell in love. at first it seems like an understated group of tracks, but they grow on you and you find yourself singing them in... Read more
Published 5 days ago by Justin Lunin-Pack
Fabulous Album!
I'm a huge Snow Patrol fan so maybe I'm biased but I really enjoyed this album. Berlin happens to be my favorite track but I can really listen to every song on here. Read more
Published 12 days ago by Tara
I enjoyed the heck out of this album!
I enjoyed this album more than I have enjoyed one a while. The lyrics are great; they make you think while also making you feel good. The band retains their unique sound. Read more
Published 16 days ago by HeatherinOhio
Spectacular!
Gotta love a band that you can buy the latest CD without hearing much other than one song and loving it. It's different but the same. Love the ballads. Love the rocking... Read more
Published 25 days ago by Sherri
The best yet!
This is my new favorite album! Let me start by saying that I'm a long-time Snow Patrol fan. I was a little worried (based on other reviews) that this album wouldn't have that Snow... Read more
Published 28 days ago by Sweet Homestead Alabama
Brilliant!
Being a huge fan of Snow Patrol, I have to say this album is brilliant! Every song is just beautiful, some are beautiful enough to make you cry. Read more
Published 29 days ago by SUSAN
Awesome
This is snow patrol's best album since eyes open. Every song is good. They translate really well live too. Just saw this tour and it is awesome. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Richard Ross
Great songs
If you are a fan of snow patrol you must add this album to your collection! I highly urge you to do so!
Published 1 month ago by Aurora A. Helton
I liked it
Snow Patrol's new album, "Fallen Empires" is a pretty solid CD. It perfectly encompasses the style that fans of the band have come to enjoy while introducing more musical... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Jon
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