Customer Reviews

Mankind

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I was very impressed when I heard this CD from Factory 81. Initial listening brought me back to the good old days when The Deftones released "Adrenaline" and Rage Against the Machine were still killing in the name of.....There is a LOT of energy in this album. Many young bands simply don't have the experience, talent, and heart to put out a CD of this quality. Though the vocals do tend to hide behind the angry, crunchy guitar, they blend and compliment each other very well! This CD has the power to get you up and pumped within the first couple of songs. The vocals doo have a very Maynard-like tone to them, and the songs carry a lot of energy and tempo. If you enjoyed the way the Deftones used to be.......Then these guys will blow you away!!!

When I first heard this band, I was completely blown away by the talent these young musicians out of Michigan possess. They share similarities to fellow progressive rockers Taproot and Linkin Park, but have their own unique sound. The debut CD "Mankind" mixes the sounds of Tool, Rage Against the Machine, and Disturbed into one to form a sound in which the vocals are lots of screams backed by very good singing, guitars playing hard rocking tunes with some brilliant riffs, and heavy and unique beats on the drums. There is a little bit of music for everybody on this CD as well,with tracks like "Nanu", "14 Left" and "Belligerence" fulfilling ones moshing needs, along with the tracks "Sludge" and "Rotten Strawberries" which provide a very clever sound that completes the balance of the CD. Overall, I would definitely recommend this CD to anyone who is looking for an escape from alot of the garbage that is out there right now, and is looking for a band who actually possesses talent and who will not sell out. I cannot wait to see what this band releases in the future after this excellent debut album.

I've listened to metal for alot of years now and I've listened to them all from death metal to rap-metal, but I must say that Mankind-Factory 81 is the best metal I've heard in a long time. It keeps your adreniline pumping from the beginning to the end of the cd. This band got me hooked since the first song I ever heard from them "Peace officer" and I never looked back. This underground band from Michigan is starting to emerage with all its powerfull lyrics, heartstomping guitars, and adreniline rushing drums. If you want a band that will blow you off your seat this is it, FACTORY 81.

wow. this is an album that has been needed in the crowded nu-metal genre. One of those cd's that you can actually listen to every song, factory 81's new release Mankind is superb. The vocals, although off in the background, are varied and melodic. Then, all of a sudden you are shooken by Nate Wallace's menacing scream, which is one of the best i've heard. His singing sounds that of Tool's big guy Maynard James Keenan, while the rapping and screaming sounds like a mix of Chino (Deftones), Zach de la Rocha (Rage), and the lead singer of Zebrahead together. This makes him sound somewhat different from other singers. The band, plays good riffs and beats, although they aren't that complex. But, that's not always the point. Especially in this case, because the songs are catchy, and get stuck in your head easily. "Nanu", "Peace Officer", and "Diary of a Madman" are among the great songs of the cd. Check these guys out, and see them live if you get the chance.

From the first tapping of the cymbal on the single "nanu" i was intrigued by this group. I heard the single at a concert between sets. This song was more popular with the crowd than the headliner. The crowd fed off of it. if you want something that will make the hair on the back of your neck stand up, then this is the cd. With songs like "nanu" and "Peace Officer" to start you off on a anger-filled ride full of tweaked out bass lines and the screaming of Nate Wallace. Songs like "3 o Clock Love Letter" and "Rotten Strawberries" put you into a melodic trance. Overall the best cd i have bought since the "Full devil Jacket" and "Linkin Park Debuts."

factory 81 were never trying to make it big.lead singer nate's lyrics are haunting,harsh,blunt,and somewhat disturbing at times.his words are strong and thought provoking, unlike most of the sugar coated poetry in the songs these days.the music is very heavy, very distorted guitars and drumwork with a snare crack that is distinguishable anywhere.there is also a solid use of effects to enhance the disc, making it more unpredictable.the album is unique in that it is a story in itself, taking the listener on a wide variety of emotions,states,and even a song called "diary of a serial killer" displays the haunting truths of life.this album was very out of place in its genre,rising above all the muck and filth polluting it, yet not commercial enough to take them tot he top.amazing brutal album from a band that was gifted in every way, yet no one seemed interested to hear them.amazing work.

Factory 81 always seemed to be on the brink of being something really special but never quite made it. Mankind is a fairly obvious testament to the shortcomings of the band. Namely, track for track, the album all sounds pretty much the same. From slightly awkward rap-metal to droning grindcore, Mankind is one of the most difficult CDs to listen to from beginning to end. It starts out strong with "Nanu" but gradually loses momentum as the barrage of uninspired riffs and melodies grow increasingly mundane. With obvious debt to bands such as Tool and Deftones, Factory 81 rarely rise to a level above third-rate rap-metal.

Mankind could be pared down to make a killer E.P., but as a full-length release it's simply boring.

Very good cd, i've had it for about two years now. If you dont mind a little screaming and cussing you'll be fine. it's not the best, but i recomend this cd if you love heavy metal

this band reminds me alllllllllllllllot of the very first korn. there is so much energy in the lead singers voice, it feels like he's letting out feelings that have been bottled up for years(one of the BEST screams i've ever heard, which is very important). and the fact that he sings about everyday struggles, such as cops , easily relates to EVERYONE, and i often find myself driving down the road, blasting, and yelling along with him. {I just have to say this is the best cd i've bought in a while. c/l music online .. tryout..nanu and 6 oclock love letter.. 2 awesome tracks} IF YOU LIKE THE OLD SCHOOL KORN, THEN THIS IS THE PERFECT CD FOR YOU!!!!!!! IT JUST ROCKS LOUD, HARD, AND CRAZY, BUY IT!!

I originally picked up this CD almost a year ago, before they got signed to Mojo. This album is amazing. Similarities to Taproot come up a lot, probably because both bands honed their sounds together in Michigan. Obviously, Taproot is getting noticed more for being on Ozzfest, but factory 81 can tear it up just as good if not better. This album has a remix version of one song, which was not available on the original album. Factory 81 can be compared to RATM, Machine Head, as well as many others, but just take them for what they are: great intense metal. Yeah, it's part of the new generation of metal, but definitely worth the money.