Unquestionable Truth Part 1 [Enhanced]

Limp Bizkit | Format: Audio CD

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• Audio CD (May 3, 2005)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Enhanced
• Label: Geffen Records
• ASIN: B00096S3QI
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (246 customer reviews)
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LIMP BIZKIT THE UNQUESTIONABLE TRUTH (PART 1)

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144 of 172 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars a surprisingly good effort, May 3, 2005

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Daniel Maltzman (Arlington, MA, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Unquestionable Truth Part 1 (Audio CD)

Limp Bizkit is back with their fifth album "The Unquestionable Truth, Part I" which is a surprisingly good effort.

Limp Bizkit were never a great band, but they did know how to make good frat-boy rock. Their first three albums "Three Dollar Bill Ya" (1997), Significant Other (1999) and "Chocolate Starfish" (2000) are a lot of fun. They were one of the better bands of the Nu-Metal genre, and cranked out heavy songs, with good hooks, and sing-along-choruses. It was perfect music for High School and College kids. "Nookie" was like the "Cherry Pie" of the late 90s.

After reaching their plateau with "Chocolate Starfish," the Bizkit Empire started to crumble. First, guitarist Wes Borland left the band. He was not only the most creative member of the band and their biggest talent, but was their guiding force. Then there was Fred Durst's embarrassing public infatuation with Brittany Spears. The bands search for a new guitar player, in which they had the contenders sign a contract forfeiting any music they played at the tryout, further damaged their reputation. Then after hooking up with guitarist Mike Smith, the band released the horrific "Results May Vary" album. Although it went platinum, it was almost universally panned by both critics and all, but the most hard-core of fans. Add to this the fact that by the mid-`00s, the whole Nu-Metal genre was passé. Limp Bizkit, were, like, sooo 1999. By the release of "Results" Limp Bizkit was going down. They were about as cool as Warrant and their future looked bleak...

But then guitarist Wes Borland returned to the fold, so it seemed that all was not lost. Could his return revitalize the band? The answer is, quite simply, yes.

"The Unquestionable Truth, Part I, is a strong comeback for the band. One thing that "Results May Vary" lacked was good riffs. Well, "The Unquestionable Truth, Part 1" is not lacking there. In fact, this album contains some of their finest, most catchy collection of songs to date. It's mostly fast and furious. The ending ballad, "The Surrender" is one of the best, most honest songs they've ever written. These songs sound less fun, more urgent, and darker than their previous releases. The band has both returned to their roots, and also matured. It's more than just about breakin' stuff and nookie, it's more serious, but without sounding preachy or pretentious. So they've grown up, but without forgetting what made Limp Bizkit, Limp Bizkit.

Wes Borland's presence is what ultimately makes this CD work. Say what you will about Limp Bizkit, but there is no denying that Borland is a creative guy.

This album is probably Fred Durst's finest hour. On the first three Bizkit albums, his obnoxious, odious presence was tolerable because of his charisma and because he was backed by a pretty good band, especially Borland. On the fourth album, "Results May Vary," Durst came across as so obnoxious, and so self-pitying, the album was barley listenable (that and the fact that the songs had no real hooks or riffs). On "The Unquestionable Truth, Part I" Durst steps outside himself and his trivial self-pitying problems, and actually has something to say. He takes on issues like morality, the church, Hollywood, etc. Ok, he may not be Bob Dylan or John Lennon, but at least he's trying.

Some people have stated their unhappiness with the length of the album (it's only 29 minutes, seven songs). I have no qualms with the shortness of the album. It's like an old-school rock album, like Van Halen or KISS. And to be honest, if it were longer, it may overstay its welcome. A half hour of Fred Durst is about right.

The heyday of Limp Bizkit is long over, but this CD is definitely a respectable comeback. This is what the band should have put out in `2001/'02, as the follow-up to "Chocolate Starfish." This album has received almost no hype, which is a good thing. After being overexposed and reviled, a small scale comeback with a strong collection of songs is just what the band needs.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Stepping Stone In The Right Direction, May 4, 2005

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LK99 - See all my reviews

This review is from: Unquestionable Truth Part 1 (Audio CD)

First off, I'll admit I'm not a fan of Limp Bizkit nor have I been. The only album I have of them is Chocolate Starfish and that's because my friend gave it to me because he was tired of it. Over time I became tired of it and only 3 songs from that album amuse me anymore. I checked out their other stuff starting with their debut album, I flat out didn't like it so I tried their second album, not great at all, some of the songs from those albums were alright but Durst killed the music either from his voice or lyrics. My friend lent me Results May Vary and after the first listen I gave it back because to me it was the worst of them all. So after that brief history, when I heard this album was coming out I wasn't sure what to think, to be honest buying it rarely crossed my mind. When it did come out I notice a lot of people said it was a different sound because Wes was back, and that got me interested so I bought it. To say the least I was impressed after listening to it, this is a different Limp Bizkit than the past, this for me is a improvement on a band that should have produce something like this from the start. Wes is back and it shows, the guitar riffs are more aggressive (I wont say heavier because I don't classify nu metal as heavy) and tolerate. Another thing I notice was they used strong bass lines such as in The Truth and The Priest, something that was nearly obsolete in their previous works. About the vocals and lyrics, a much improvement. Durst doesn't wail as much if at all, and he keeps his voice level. Also, when he "screams" he growls, it's not the old "cry" like it used to. With the lyrics you can't expect Durst to write perfect lyrics but these lyrics are a step up and show that he does have the ability to create good lyrics. With all that said let's get to the songs:

The Propaganda: The way an album should start, aggressive and fierce and this is what this song brings. Wes really shines on this song and you can see why he was missed. Around the 230 mark is when the riff becomes a tad repetitive but keeps the aggression. I personally think they could have either cut this song in half or produce a variety near the end, but it's their call.

The Truth: A great title track and proof that Durst stepped up from what he did in the past. The beginning has a solid bass line that leads to explosive guitar riffs. This is where it shows Limp Bizkit has brought something different and it sounds impressive.

The Priest: Starts almost the same way as the previous two tracks but then becomes more mellow. Durst seems to have a lot of aggression in this one as you can tell teh way he "sings" this song. Another favorite.

The Key: This song is about Durst admitting that he knows his time in the light has passed but that he'll keep going (bad news for a lot of you I know) but this songs is just a drum beat and some guitar distortions in the background. For those who say he swears a lot in this one, he only says the "f" word 6 or seven times in it's within the first 20 seconds of the track, it may be much for some to bare but it's Limp Bizkit.

The Channel: If you heard Mudvayne's "Tv/Radio" then you'll get a feel of what this song is about. I love the musicianship in this one (if that's even possible to say with this group) but I just did. Another aggressive track where Wes takes over.

The Story: Probably the only song that hasn't grasped me yet, it's alright, starts with a strong guitar riff but the lyrics are a downer in this one. It'll probably grow on me but I'll let you be the judge.

The Surrender: A ballad, from Limp Bizkit? Yep and it's a good one too. Very mellow and Durst actually sings in this one. One of my top favorites of this disc and after it's all said and done, I'm ready for part II.


With a different sound and direction, Limp Bizkit has seemed to have found their formula. Fans of the old may not like this album but to those who were hesitate to but this album should give it a shot. With all the good things that came with it there are some spots where it doesn't shine: Only seven tracks, probably just wanted to keep the strong material or that's all they had, in any case it's a good way to make people want more; The Key seems outta place, I think they should have made it longer with either a bass line or guitar riff to make it fit, otherwise it seems like a filler; the time this album was released, right when the new NIN album came out which may be a reason this album does not sell much (though if people gave this a shot it may sell many copies). Most of the one star reviews you will read are from people who just don't like Limp Bizkit or nu metal in general, please, dont listen to them if you are thinking about buying this album. Remember, I didn't like them either and I took a shot and was satisfied with the results. This album is a great improvement from the old Limp Bizkit and if they continue to produce music like this they will shine once again with a better sound.

14 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Every generation has to have their once-big artist to be ashamed of, January 10, 2006

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Pearl Jams lion "the official lion of Pearl Jam" (Miami) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Unquestionable Truth Part 1 (Audio CD)

This review is the unquestionable truth. Like it or not.

From Vanilla Ice, to Milli Vanilli, to Ashlee Simpson - Fads come & go, & out of every fad comes the "musician" or band to represent how embarrassing that fad was. Limp Bizkit is unquestionably, unarguably the Vanilla Ice of the late 90s/early 2000's...

Much like Vanilla Ice, they were everywhere & moronic young kids thought it was cool to like them... Now, just as many people do with Vanilla Ice - Young adults & people in their early 20's look back on Limp Bizkit the same way... With pure embarassment

They may of been one of the biggest bands on earth at one time.. But good luck finding anyone today that admits to once liking Limp Bizkit. You're more likely to find someone who confesses to being a child molester.

Fred Durst is undeniably the cause of the downfall. The funny thing is... Fred Durst doesn't know why so many people hate him, he just doesn't get it.

It doesn't occur to him that having a reality show on MTV about the making of 'Results May Vary' - Or singing with Christina Aguilaiaialaiarelalia (however the hell you spell her name) - Or insulting Trent Reznor (who has infinite more credibility than Fred ever had) might backfire on him.

Fred Durst has a huge ego. He cannot dare believe how someone couldn't like HIM?! "WHO!?!? ME?! Fred Durst?! The guy who makes fish faces & gawks at cameras & calls himself the Kurt Cobain of his generation!? ME?!" -

Yes YOU... MORON - He just can't believe Limp Bizkit is hated. The pathetic thing is, I read parts of a recent interview lately, where Fred says he doesn't even want to be big anymore... DUDE, you got REJECTED by EVERYONE.. You even went so far as to promote a new album with a MTV reality show.. and THAT album bombed badly... So now that you're rejected by everyone & everything, you make it look like it was your choice?!!?! This guy is such a phony, so ignorant & arrogant & completely stupid, it is truly unbelievable. This guy just cannot see himself from another persons point of view.

Fred Durst wanted to become legendary all right... And he did. He is today one of the most insulted, laughed at, embarrassing people to become famous of all time.

(Now.. If you want to know anything about the album, just listen to the samples. It sounds like a 4th rate Rage Against the Machine cover band gone horribly wrong.)