The Rule Of Thirds

Death In June (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (February 15, 2008)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Soleilmoon
• ASIN: B0013LEHTK
• Also Available in: Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #225,676 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

Limited edition pressing of Death In June's 2008 album comes housed in an embossed softpak with 16 page lyric book. From Autumnal to Vernal Equinox, this is the Death In June Winter tree. Stripped bare, but for thirteen of its branches. But they are as strong as ever, and with thirteen glasses and one last toast, this new album captures the true essence of Death In June, again setting new standards in its self-created genre. Let the Blackbirds kiss you and may The Rule Of Thirds dictate your life. The Rule Of Thirds is the first new Death In June studio album in more than three years. Nerus.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simple and mesmerizing., July 21, 2008

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Hugin "Munin" (The South) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Rule Of Thirds (Audio CD)

I loved this album! I have been a fan of DIJ for about 2 years now since I first discovered them. When I first heard this album I was not sure if i would like it, but bought it anyway being the loyal fan that I am. Lyrically I liked it a lot for the words can be interpreted from many angles depending on the listener. The music is simple and folkish and lulls the listener while keeping his concentration with voices that pop in and out of the tracks. This album is not for everyone however, for those who dislike simple repetitive guitar I would not recommend it.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally..., March 31, 2008

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Philippe Landry (Louisiana) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Rule Of Thirds (MP3 Download)

...a Death In June album that breaks away from all the trite imitations. This sounds like where "Death Of The West" was pointing to. More Kampf Fire music please!

4.0 out of 5 stars More Simple Folk Songs - Good, but Nothing Revolutionary, April 5, 2009

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IcemanJ (Ohio, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Rule Of Thirds (Audio CD)

There's nothing terribly groundbreaking here, but I wasn't really expecting that. If you enjoy "Rose Clouds of Holocaust," "But, What Ends When Symbols Shatter?" and DIJ's other folk style albums, you'll most certainly enjoy this one as well. The sound and style follow the same path as those past accomplishments - simple, yet atmospheric acoustic strumming with Douglas' distinct vocals and outlandish lyrics. As always, there isn't a whole lot of variety here so don't be surprised by that. If you're a longtime fan you probably know what to expect. In fact, tracks 2 and 4 sound almost identical, you get a déjà vu feeling when track 4 starts because it feels like you just heard it. Oh well, I can honestly just shrug that off and not fret over it.

My favorite track is "Jesus, Junk and the Jurisdiction." You know what, I don't care what he might be rambling on about, I love the melody and the "Ba, ba ba ba" in this track.

My review may seem like I don't like the album. Really, I do like it. I just know them and know what I should expect. The material is just different enough to be refreshing to me - I really love their older folk albums, and I haven't bought a new DIJ album in 5 years.

Also, I want to mention that if you're interested in/new to the band, I definitely wouldn't start with this album - go with "But, What Ends When the Symbols Shatter," or "Nada!" if you're interested in their industrial side.