Customer Reviews

Headstrong

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Once in awhile a band drops a debut album that stands the test of time to become a classic and this looks like it might be one of those. I head read a decent amount about the band (thanks Janson!!) and decided to pick up the album after only hearing Adriana....I was completely blown away. Not since Rage's debut album have I heard a debut loaded with such intense and intelligent music as Headstrong's. Never ever sounding the same throughout the album, it runs a gamut of multiple genres and influences. One can hear some Rage in there,Matt's rap like vocals remind me of Zach and so do his screams but he also reminds me a bit of Neil Fallon from Clutch at times. The music is straight forward rock with great song structures that never get old or repetitive and everyone in the band sounds like a master of their instrument. A far cry from most nu-metal or nu-rock releases, Headstrong will surely please those who are looking for something original AND way above standard in terms of quality and replay value. Highest reccomendation.

You know: with wiltering rap-rock whatever the hell you want to call it bands this one was actually unique and had the ability to keep ground. It had all the proper ingredients for success; great ingenuetive, socio-political lyrcis, some kick ass jams and a badass singer. With the passion of Rage Against the Machine the intensity of Snot and sarcasm of Faith no More this band surprised the hell out of me. I usually HATE "nu-metal" acts, but this cd is great from start to finish and is a euphoric listen in a way. Well, the time has come and after one release this band is gone. This cd will be in my collection forever but it makes one wonder what this band would have accomplished had they continued. They come from an increasing scene right now: CANADA! Of all places; the North has nurtured 36crazyfists, Boysnightout and Grade and now this lovely band. I never got the pleasure to see them which is a major let-down considering that this band is probably the best band at what it does right now (or back then.). All the songs could be singles, even if this scene is dying this band was tight and though you may not know anything past the crappy song "Headstrong" this band should not go unnoticed; they deserve some respect for their short-lived career. Of course it will be that the members of this band will most likely continue in musical ways but this band is truly unique and THIS band will most likely never be again. RIP.

As loud as Snot, as funky as Jimmie's Chicken Shack, yet only as half as political as RATM. Put all those bands in a blender, and hit FRAPEE'! "Adriana", the first single as most people know, is a perfect, silky, funky, loud, debut. When I purchased this monstrosity, "Build" made "Adriana" sound even better. What a build up! I missed a chance to see these guys live at Emo's in Austin, TX. But, I'm pretty sure they've captured their live essence on the cd. Can't wait for their second album. It had better be here soon.

Im sorry but im a big fan of rap-metal.... Maybe it's because it's hard to find good rap metal these days. Hed pe and downset can't make a new album every 4 months. This cd is great, it's got the rap, the screaming, the melodies, everything to make you happy. I really like the rap voice he has. Not too many people are gifted with it(vanilla ice, other rap/metal poser bands). But the people that are Limp Bizkit(i guess). The others that have a great voice to rap is Nullset(even though they got a new singer) Downset, Taproot. I recommend this cd to anyone into the incubus/hoobastank, or Taproot/Limp Bizkit style.

I never cared a whole lot for 'Adriana', which seems to be the tune all others are being judged by. Don't be fooled!
HEADSTRONG is raw and heavy. The best tunes on this cd are 'I Am For Real', 'Inside Joke', 'All Of The Above' and 'Get In'...all of these are ass-kickers and what this band is all about.
I say buy this cd and enjoy it, because the record companies will get their hands in on the next cd and bring this band down with a bunch of mellow "hits" and commercialized crap just like they've done with Saliva and every other new band.

I would have given this album 5 stars but it would have to be completely perfect.

The single Adrianna is nothing like the rest of the album. The opening song is probably the best song on the album...but overall there are no "fillers" on the album. All in all it's a strong album and I'd recommend it to just about anyone who likes rap\metal with heart and intelligence.

I out it in my car stereo 6 weeks ago and I haven't taken it out...which is saying a lot!!!

After my first listen, the first thing that came to mind was Snot, probably the greatest band of the last 10 years (other than Rage). The screaming reminds me a lot of Lynn Strait(RIP). However he raps a lot more than Lynn did. The best track is "Swing Harder" (gotta love that "temper, temper!"). "Hoodies" is good, and so is "Inside Joke," and the first single, "Adriana." While it's not as good as Snot's debut (hell, I don't think anything ever will be), it's an awesome debut anyway, and WAY better than the new Korn, Papa Roach, or any other of the "MTV metal."

When i heard adriana on the radio, i wanted the CD right away. and the way that the radio was talking about Headstrong it seemed like they would play them all the time. Definently buy this CD and show ur friends so that Headstrong will sell their records and maybe come out w/ another CD.

Headstrong's self titled debut album is without a doubt the best album of 2002. Incredible rap/sing/scream vocals, brutal guitars, and amazing, innovative songwriting make this cd a true must have. Hinting influence from bands such as 311 and Rage Against the Machine, Headstrong pulls off a debut album worth remembering. My top pick on the album is the melodic "Backlash", but I also enjoyed "All of the Above", "Inside Joke", and "Adriana". There is absolutely no excuse not to pick up this cd and support this wonderful new band.

Two bands that this album reminded me of upon first listening are Clutch and Boy Sets Fire -- Headstrong has all the lyrical innovation of the former and the catchy guitar riffs of the latter's 'After the Eulogy'. Well produced and a breath of fresh air to the hard music world, I'd love to see them go head-to-head with Linkin Park.