To Plant A Seed

We Came As Romans | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (November 3, 2009)
• Original Release Date: 2009
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Equal Vision Records
• ASIN: B002P5XXZW
• In-Print Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #16,345 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Michigan's We Came As Romans started the way most other bands do just a group of friends that wanted to play music and have fun together. But after some time playing in the local scene, it was clear the band had that special something that kept fans coming back. Their rapidly growing fan base lead them to headline shows around the state, and eventually stints on national tours with such bands as Our Last Night, Gwen Stacy, and The Number 12 Looks Like You.

Customer Reviews

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational, November 6, 2009

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M. Neumann "Mitch" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: To Plant A Seed (Audio CD)

WCAR has abruptly become one of my favorite bands. I am very much a supporter of local music, and was turned on to their EP Dreams last winter. However, my interest in this band has nothing to do with location. Though at times, some may argue there is a generic sound being recycled in modern music, WCAR capture a sound that is definable among the rest. There is a healthy balance between metal riffs, catchy synths, and dueling vocals. Their music is filled with texture, and passion. Even after listening to the album dozens of times, I still find rhythms that have gone previously unnoticed.
My most important comment about this album is its lyrical content. I am so impressed with the uplifting lyrics these guys project. The album's artwork is self explanatory and captures the band's overall message. A seed is planted in the mind, expands to the heart, and then flows from the hands. I have not yet decided on a favorite track from the album because I am convinced I could listen to any one of them over and over again for days. Each track has something unique to draw you in.
I consider myself a music enthusiast and have felt no excitement about anything new for a very long time. This album has changed that. I much look forward to following albums from WCAR. The band is very young and has the potential and opportunity to become something really great.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars On the verge of Epic, March 4, 2010

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Holden C. "Hold On" (Spooner St. USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: To Plant A Seed (Audio CD)

I've been listening to this now for a couple of weeks, and my love for this album grew each day.

There is so much to this album that finding a starting point is a bit of a challenge. I guess a good place to start is the music. It's amazing, mostly. Each song shares similarities with the others, yet each have something unique to bring to the table, always keeping things fresh track to track. Theres a lot of brutal hardcore offerings with grinding guitars and drum work, that seems sometimes sporadic, but actually adds to the intelligent design of the music. Added to the flare is wonderful piano notes and orchestral uplifts. Though nothing new per say, the way they are used gives several tracks a very dramatic, and cinematic feel. There is also some welcomed synth sections that are somewhat minimal, yet work wonderfully.

Whats great music without vocals? Neither work without the other, and no fear in that regard. The vocal stylings are just as great as the music. There are plenty of guttural screaming to be had...and its perfect. Some may say it takes no talent to belt out a scream, but I think it requires the same amount of talent to properly scream as it does to sing. Singing and screaming alike abound the record and its a joy to the ears. Lyrically, this album is great as well, providing a great meld with the musical tones throughout.

I see several reviews claiming this to be "Christian hard/metalcore" and thats just merely personal assumption. The band has publicly stated that it is not a Christian band, and that just because the music reflects a positive message, they automatically get slapped with the Christian tag. Not that I would have a problem if they were, their faith is none of my concern. I'm just a stickler for the facts, not blind assumptions.

Anywho, as a whole, this is a very well put together pleasure to behold by some talented young individuals that should have a long career ahead.

I highly recommend this album, I don't see how anyone could have much of anything negative to say...even the pickiest of critics.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars fantastic album, August 13, 2010

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life1Nperipheral - See all my reviews

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This review is from: To Plant A Seed (MP3 Download)

Being a huge fan of all types of metal(progressive,death,math,technical,metalcore,deathcore,etc.), this band's unique sound caught my attention almost immediately. Precision drumming, intricate guitar riffs, and a perfect mix of low toned and soaring vocals. I have heard that many people like to bash this band for their use of auto tune and the fact that their singing takes away from the intensity of their sound. Not really. Smiles from ear to ear is more like it. Originality is hard to come by these days, and these guys pull it off quite well. To be honest i was skeptical about them before i bought the album, but i have to admit this is the first time in a long time i have gotten goosebumps or zoned out in awe listening to a music record. 6 out of 5.