Mudvayne (LP w/Digital Code) [Vinyl]

Mudvayne | Format: Vinyl

Product Details

• Vinyl (December 21, 2009)
• Original Release Date: December 21, 2009
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Sony
• ASIN: B002VDZIKG
• In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #293,327 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Beautiful and Strange

2. 1000 Mile Journey

3. Scream with Me

4. Closer

5. Heard It All Before

6. I Can't Wait

7. Beyond the Pale

8. All Talk

9. Out to Pasture

10. Burn the Bridge

11. Dead Inside

Editorial Reviews

This new self titled album is Mudvayne's 5th studio album and is the heaviest record since their sophomore release. The new album features an innovative package which was dreamed up by lead singer, Chad. The vinyl is printed on glow in the dark 180 gram vinyl which also happens to be blacklight reactive, which means without a blacklight, the cover, booklet and vinyl images will appear to be absent. When placed under a blacklight it will reveal art custom created by world renowned artist Paul Booth. The band has sold over 3 Million albums in the US. (Blacklight cover is available for a limited time only)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

48 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Return of the Vayne: An In Depth Perspective, December 21, 2009

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C. M. Gillum (Michigan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mudvayne (Audio CD)

Since the release of their now classic 2000 release and major album debut L.D. 50, Mudvayne has long been one of the few bands willing to experiment even though they share stages and chart placements with mainstream acts. Whether it be the radical outfits/makeup/costumes the band adorns on stage or the chaotic and often fairly technical music, Mudvayne strives to stand alone. This has made them a band we can count on to release quality material while keeping it interesting and giving the fans something new with each release.

As a long time fan I can't say the band has had a bad release to date but I was a bit worried of the groups direction after 2008's The New Game. A good album, but I was worried the band was attempting to steer away from their heavier edge most noticeably heard on their earlier releases. This release however blew me back as we hear some of the ban's heaviest moments ever while still keeping the catchiness of later releases.

Right off the get go we get a lengthy 58 second intro and then Mudvayne unleashes their pent up aggression over the last few albums with some chaotic double bass work. the following track '1000 Mile Journey' continues the heaviness with a catchier chorus, flawlessly capturing both sides of the bands style. The short 'Scream With Me' brings down the tempo to slow things down a moment and Chad belts out a contagious chorus that will keep you singing along for days.

But just when you think the album might be slowing down we get 'Closer', easily one of my favorite tracks on the album. Not as heavy as the two opening tracks but speeds things up and we get to hear some excellent lead's from Greg as well as a SOLO... You heard that right, Mudvayne now does Solo's. The following track 'Heard It All Before' opens with more of those gnarly leads by Greg and then the song erupts into a violent romp of technical bass work and chugging guitar riffs that strongly reminded me of the style on The End of All Things to Come and later in the song we get an even more impressive solo.

'I Can't Wait' starts out with Chad belting out a long scream and kicks up the pace with more gritty riffage and some of Ryan's trademark technical B-Lines but its later on in the song that will blow you away, the most aggressive moment of the album thus far hits at about 2:00, simply crushing. As to contrast the previous intensity 'Beyond The Pale' starts off with some mellow Bass work backed by some quality leads and leads into a mid paced romp with yet again more of that catchier side but the later half of the song picks up the pace again with some mosh worthy riffing and double bass work.

As we near the end of the album I have to admit this is the most I have enjoyed a Mudvayne album the first listen through since L.D. 50. I didn't realize how much I missed the sheer aggression of Mudvayne's earlier releases and now that it has returned I only hope the band further pushes that aspect of their music on the next release. 'All Talk' is also fairly heavy and short but falls into the more catchiness and spotlight's on Chad's superb vocals. Again we get the track opening with melodic strings on 'Out To Pasture', which is one of the album's "slow song's" and focus' like the previous track on the vocals, very eerie at points.

'Burn The Bridge' is an extremely catchy but fast paced track with some of the best rhythm guitars on the album. Mudvayne closes the album with the completely acoustic 'Dead Inside', a slow and hauntingly end to yet another chapter of the band that is Mudvayne, some very meaningful lyrics are sung here. Eleven tracks, a wide aray of tempo's and some of the hardest tracks the band has performed in years.. An instant classic as far as I am concerned and though late still one of the best releases of 2009. I highly recommend this to ALL Mudvayne fans, even those of you whom may have turned your backs on them after L.D. 50. My love of this group and their music has been rekindled and I hope that yours can to. Thanks for reading, please support a supporter of Heavy Metal and click 'Yes' below.

23 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Mudvayne has returned!, December 21, 2009

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Marcus Kikinut "kikinutkiksass" (KS) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mudvayne (Audio CD)

This album is quite a surprise. I was expecting just another boring radio friendly Mudvayne album again. I've never been happier to be wrong.
I will first say that this album has the most original album art ever. Blacklight reactive? Amazing.
Well I suppose I ought to be getting to the music. I'll review each song individually then give an overall review of the album.

1. Beautiful and Strange: (9/10) It starts with some strange noise reminiscent of the filler tracks on LD50. Then in comes some blast beats, something Mudvayne has never done before. You can tell the guitarist's skill have greatly improved on this song.

2. 1000 Mile Journey: (9.5/10) Starts of pretty heavy, then an interesting chorus comes in. Some great drumming hear during the verses.

3. Scream With Me: (7/10) The first single, very radio friendly, worst song on the album.

4. Closer: (8/10) One of the most catchy songs on the album, strange sounding but still pretty good.

5. Heard it all Before: (10/10) It starts with a creepy intro, then it kicks your ass. There's a crazy 18 second scream in here too. Great guitar riffs too.

6. I can't Wait: (10/10) Right from the start this song kicks your ass with it's fast heavy technical playing. Matt the drummer is all over this song.

7. Beyond the Pale: (10/10) It starts with some bass playing in some odd time signature, with the guitars helping to create a creepy atmosphere. Like almost all Mudvayne songs the chorus is not quite as good as the rest of the song, but it's still a great song.

8. All Talk: (8/10) This one will probably be a single in the future. An interesting listen but a bit radio friendly for Mudvayne.

9. Out to Pasture: (10/10) This is one of those songs you gotta let grow on you. But once it does you realize how great it is. Creepy sounding. I enjoy the lyrics too.

10. Burn the Bridge: (9/10) One of the more catchy songs on the album. A nice listen but not the best.

11. Dead Inside: (8/10) This is something you would not expect from Mudvayne. A completely acoustic song. It gets better the more you listen though, don't worry.

Odd time signatures are back, Ryan's incredible bass skill is back, Matt is all over everything, Chad is screaming much more, and Greg's guitars are better than ever. So yeah, you can hear characteristics of every Mudvayne album in here. It's kinda like they took the LD50 and TEOATTC, then mixed in some Lost and Found and New game. Best Mudvayne album in many years. Good to see they're back.

(Sorry my review sucks, I'm currently not in a good condition to write one right now.)

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars An improvement, but don't bet the farm, December 26, 2009

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Shadowrun (Nowhere) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mudvayne (Audio CD)

First of all, I would have given this album 3.5 stars if a half star was an option, but it is not worth 4 so I rounded down.

Overall, this is a vast improvement over "A New Game". I don't think anybody would contest that. And it's on par with "Lost and Found". I read somewhere that Chad indicated that this is their best album since "The End of All Things To Come". Inherently, that statement is a problem in and of itself. The band admitted before the album was even released that "LD" and "The End" were stronger efforts. So why not return to the studio and keep working until you feel confident that THIS is your best release? Dave Fortman. That's why. He's Fortman'd it up again.

Before you think I'm all about dogging this album, I do want to give credit where it's due. This is by far their heaviest album since 2002, and some of the chords are quite complex and interesting in nature. "1000 Mile Journey" and "Out to Pasture" are stand out tracks. "Heard it all Before" and "Beyond the Pale" sound like extended Hellyeah tracks, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. And let's be honest, the worst Mudvayne is still better than the best of the slushpile playing on the airwaves today. I've always enjoyed their sound, and while I'm disappointed that the old days are gone, the new music is still good enough to devote my time and attention to.

Now for the bad. While some of the chords are interesting and unique, some are predictable and somewhat blase'. We're still lacking tracks that really get me excited like the first time on a new roller-coaster. I still prefer "Happy?", "Choices", "Pulling that String" and even "IMN" from the underrated "Lost and Found" over any of the tracks on this new "white" album. I prefer pretty much everything from "LD" and "The End" to anything released on the new album. I think the overall quality is above average, and the effort is admirable. It's a solid listen, and somewhat restores my faith in the VaYnE, but I would be hard-pressed to say this is a 5-star release. I wouldn't ward you off from hearing it, and I honestly feel you'll enjoy it, but be wary.

Incidentally, I do like the odd motorized, mechanical sounds that were sprinkled throughout giving it a unique "LD" sound. You can tell they tried really hard here, and I will commend their effort. Just don't expect this to be your favorite Mudvayne album.