The Melody And The Energetic Nature of Volume

Evans Blue | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (February 21, 2006)
• Original Release Date: 2006
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Hollywood Records
• ASIN: B000CQQHGS
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (67 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #20,289 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Japanese pressing scheduled to include 2 bonus tracks. . Includes the single 'Cold (But I’m Still Here)', with passionate vocals, huge hooks, and infectious hard rock. But the record, produced by Trevor Kustiak, stays strong throughout, as the band courses through eleven emotionally and musically powerful tracks, including the crashing, metallic 'Possession' and the dramatic, slowbuilding 'Quote'. Evans Blue fuses elements of early Live, U2, and other meaty radio rock bands like Disturbed and Audioslave. 2006. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Little Familiar And A Little Different, June 5, 2006

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A. Estes (Maine) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Melody And The Energetic Nature of Volume (Audio CD)

Few bands come onto the scene with something as strong as Evans Blue's "The Melody And The Energetic Nature Of Volume." Their debut combines both a familiar, radio-ready sound, with an inventive style all their own. Sure, listening to a few songs, you're going to be reminded of bands ranging from Staind to A Perfect Circle to Taproot (whom they've also shared the stage with) but there is also something different about Evans Blue. There's an edge to these songs that most bands don't have. Some songs are just as interesting and unique as their titles (i.e. "A Cross And A Girl Named Blessed"). The vocals are just as big as the music, without being drowned. The songwriting is engaging and relateable, without sounding like a retread. They are cryptic at times, and at others, accessible.

The first few songs of the album probably have the biggest potential for big hits, with "Cold ("But I'm Still Here)" being the most recognizable of the bunch. To me, the mid-section of the album remains the strongest. "Possession," a Sarah McLachlan cover, comes unexpected and is pulled off effortlessly. The original remains unrecognizable under Evans Blue's sound. "Eclipsed" and "Beg" are possibly the best of the album, as they manage to wrap all things Evans Blue into one package. "The Quote," being the closing number, obviously sends the album out on a high note. A song that you will probably remember the lyrics too after just a few listens. Overall, it's a really strong album, but I feel that something is missing. Maybe just a little shred more of originality? But as it stands, these guys are onto a great thing. Fans of the genre who are looking for a little refreshment are urged to look into Evans Blue and their album "The Melody And The Energetic Nature Of Volume."

28 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Debuts don't get better then this., March 19, 2006

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M. Randall "Deadpool" (Allen Park, MI) - See all my reviews
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But reviews probably do. Never the less i'll try to do this album and band justice.

Simply put... This is the best new rock band i've heard in some time. Their style and lyrics are very different then the current faces out there, and usually debut albums suffer from songs sounding alike but I just don't see it on this one. Every song is pretty unique and different sounding. There are the stand out tracks (1, 2, 3 and 7) which are most likely the single candidates - but honestly every track on here is good and worth your time.

A very strong debut and I hope more then anything that these guys stick with it and keep going. They are beyond creative.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Surprised the heck out of me..., April 10, 2007

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Lukas J. Running "Quasisharpe25" (Wisconsin) - See all my reviews
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I don't know exactly how to classify this band. Nu-metal? I don't think that term really applies so much to the heavy music scene anymore.
I would say that they would be alternative metal, not emo or nu.
First off, the vocals are just amazing. Not only the leads, but the backing vocs and harmonies are excellent. Haven't heard better since maybe Alice In Chains.
Every song on here is worthy of being a single, and I think if they got the proper backing, they could be huge. There are hooks galore. I think I almost OD'd on catchy tunes. There are a few tender moments on this disc, but it rocks pretty hard while keeping true to the melody in it's title.

If you enjoy bands like Taproot, 10 Years, godhead, etc., you'll love Evans Blue. No, they are not hardcore or anything, but I'm not ashamed that I like a broad range of rock and metal. I listen to Lamb of God and In Flames, too. I can appreciate great music when I hear it, and these guys are great.