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Life Is Killing Me

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The extra tracks really make this disc a good reason for old school Type O fans to come out of the shadows. A far cry from the commercially pleasing "October Rust," but more depth and variety than "World Coming Down," this disc is a long awaited gem. Again, Type O Negative preserves their neo-gothic sound while mixing in elements of metal, rock and new age/industrial.
Notable tracks include "Nettie," "Anesthesia" and "Drunk In Paris." The highlight of the second disc (or of the whole album) is the "Suspended In Dusk" track from the import version of "Bloody Kisses," and the "Out Of The Ashes" mix of "Blood/Fire" from the Mortal Kombat Soundtrack. These two are a must have for Type O fans, conveniently added to this two disc set, as well as the spine-chilling intro to the second disc. Bravo for Type O!

You weren't expecting TON to digress were you? Peter's musical genius deepens with every album. This new work is not as dark; and their dark songs from the past were some of their best. However, with this new progressive and brighter instrumental quality (interjected with the "same old" dark "Type O" lyrics,) the band seems to be taking a more passive approach to their fatalistic views, as if, like the album states, Life is Killing Them. This album is like the others in that it will not get old. I believe that this is their second best album; preceeded by October Rust! Enjoy.

Now here is a band that deserves a lot more credit and regognition. This is by far Type O's best album since Bloody Kisses. Its a step in a whole new , less depressing , more rocking direction. Musically , they have got to be one of the best metal bands out there. Peter is definetly one of the greatest , unsung vocalists of all time. All in all , this album rocks. Not one bad track. Buy it!

While not their best album ever, this Type O CD stays pretty true to the form we fans have come to know and love. The familiar "light-goth" sound that they provide, along with familiar tonal qualities, make this CD a must for any Type O fan. For newcomers to the band, I would reccommend Bloody Kisses first, then progress to this album. But a great CD nonetheless.

Overall Rating: 7 of 10

If you folks are anything like me, the lack of "good" new music since the flip of the millennium has been disheartening. I will spare you my thoughts on the relative drivel of new-bubble-gum-pop-crap that has been produced of late, and get to the topic at hand. Type O Negative is one of my three favorite bands of all time, and their new release does not disappoint. While not as revolutionary as "Bloody Kisses" or as timeless as "October Rust," the boyz from Brooklyn did a respectable job putting together the new release, "Life Is Killing Me." The trademark Type O Sound, with slow sexual undertones, thick-layered harmonies, and hypnotic yet catchy melodies, permeate the disc. With any new Type O release, the fine wine-like quality (no pun intended) must not be forgotten. In short, you need to listen to the entire disc 10 times through, at least once with a phat bottle of thick red wine set to candles, before the true weight becomes apparent. Bottom line: purchase this disc, get a bottle of Merlot, get DRONK and enjoy! True fans, and neophytes alike will not be disappointed.

For reference, I will rate all previous Type O releases before making some comments on certain tracks from the new release.

Slow Deep and Hard: 2 of 10 - not really true Type O, IMO.
Origin of the Feces: 4 of 10 - two awesome songs, the rest sub-par
Bloody Kisses: 10 of 10 - in a word, revolutionary
October Rust: 10 of 10 - a must have in any music library
World Coming Down: 6 of 10 - some great tracks, some lacked focus

Track Listing and Comments:

1. Uncle Freddy Died?

Instrumental Guitar Intro.

2. I Don't Wanna Be Me

A bit fast for my taste. But this song will grow on ya after a listen or two. Overall, not one of my favs.

3. Less Than Zero (<O)

The Indian Sitars are back! Very much a "Bloody Kisses" 'esque track. Great harmonic breakdowns. Solid!

4. Todd's Ship Gods (Above All Things)

Odd lyrical content. Good ambient feel that makes ya wanna take on the world. Thick harmonies. October Rust 'esque track. Type O Rocks!

5. I Like Goils

Filler. Very explicit lyrics. 2:35 seconds . . . cummon boys. Don't waste my time. Gimme another bar of Todd's Ship Gods or something.

6. ...A Dish Better Served Coldly

Bring on the depression. Here's a good track to jam too whilst under the influence of your "escape." Driving drums, Driving vocals, 7:13 seconds. That's what I'm talking about. But, what's up with the abrupt ending?

7. How Could She?

Too "World Coming Down" for my taste. If you are a fan of the WCD disc you will like this track. I do like the 'reprise' though. It takes them 5 min to get into it . . . but hey, at least they got there. Overall, OK track. Would not be included on a greatest hits disc.

8. Life Is Killing Me

Get ready for the hammer to drop on 'yer' jewels, cuz "LIFE IS KILLING ME!" Here is a fresh track, epic in variation, epic in feeling, signature track. Roll down the windows, crank up the 8-track, and floor that 1.8 liter 4-banger! Cuz this track will get you a speeding ticket or four. Worth the price of admission.

9. Nettie

Track starts off with Peter singing lower than he has in any previous recordings. I mean wow, dude's got gonad for days. Great vocal showcase for Peter.

10. (We Were) Electrocute

Blah, Blah, Blah. Nothing special. "We Were Electrocute" ? . . . where ya going with this one boys . . . . better pop another lithium.

11. IYDKMIGTHTKY (Gimme That)

This song is a prime example why I didn't rate the disc higher. It's not bad, listenable, but not great. You just keep waiting for the rump to kick in . . . to no avail.

12. Angry Inch

I think peter had a "Carnivore" flashback on this one. 3:30 of too much "speed metal" crap. This one should have never made it past the mixing board. In fact, I'm not sure they even ran it through the mixing board. Noise.

13. Anesthesia

Ambient. Heavy on the synth. See my comments for track 11. Listenable, but not great.

14. Drunk In Paris

1:27 track. Instrumental Filler.

15. The Dream Is Dead

Cheezy "October Rust" feel. Average track. I have come to expect something a bit more epic from the Brooklyn Gang as an ending to an otherwise decent disc. A bit fluffy boyz.

Recap and Afterthoughts:

THE disclaimer . . . as you listen to Type O, your opinion of the songs will evolve, and songs you once considered mediocre, can become the anthems of tomorrow. While I don't think, at first blush, that any of the tracks on this disc will ever ascend to anthem status. ...