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Track Listings
| 1. This Side of Brightness |
| 2. Old Hymns |
| 3. Front Row Seats to the End of the World |
| 4. Sixteen |
| 5. Aftertaste |
| 6. Spinning Over the Land |
| 7. Man Alive |
| 8. Owls (Are Watching) |
| 9. Damned if You Do, Dead if you Don't |
| 10. Medicated |
| 11. Broken Foundation |
| 12. Welcome Home Armageddon |
Editorial Reviews
Welcome Home Armageddon is the fifth upcoming studio album by Welsh rock band Funeral for a Friend, due to be released on March 14, 2011.[1]
Two songs on the album: "Sixteen" and "Damned If You Do, Dead If You Don't" had previously appeared in the band's 2010 EP The Young & Defenceless.
On January 10, 2011, the band released the music video for the first single off the album, "Front Row Seats to the End of the World". The single was officially released on January 24, 2011.
Furthermore on n February 9, 2011, Funeral For A Friend released a music video shot for the album's upcoming second single "Sixteen".
Two songs on the album: "Sixteen" and "Damned If You Do, Dead If You Don't" had previously appeared in the band's 2010 EP The Young & Defenceless.
On January 10, 2011, the band released the music video for the first single off the album, "Front Row Seats to the End of the World". The single was officially released on January 24, 2011.
Furthermore on n February 9, 2011, Funeral For A Friend released a music video shot for the album's upcoming second single "Sixteen".
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Idris
Format:Audio CD
I just finished listening to this for the second and my thoughts are the same as the first. Not since *Casually Dressed and Deep in Conversation* have I heard the best from FFaF. In rank I feel like *Casually Dressed...* was immortal. Things got a little different with *Hours*. It was definitely listenable as it had several memorable tracks but to this day I still feel like it lacked that...fresh punch that its predecessor possessed. I know, I know its usual for bands to progress or change their sound. Don't get me started on *Tales Don't Tell Themselves*. That disc I feel was a waste of air time. While I'm sure it was their most accessible, I feel it was way too soft and NOT FFaF at all. It just didn't fit. With their last disc *Memory and Humanity*, FFaF finally got on the right path... sort of. The first two tracks are two of my all time faves from this band but like *Hours* I feel it was a mixed bag.
When I got word two months ago that FFaF were releasing a new disc, I cringed while simultaneously hoping that they'd get it right. I'm here to say they did. Holy crap, they did. The intro is a short melodic one. Kind of like the calm before the storm. The rest of the album pretty much picks you up and never lets you go. For anyone that has been pining for the good ole sound of *Casually Dressed...*, you owe it to yourself to pick up *Welcome Home Armageddon*. It to me is the bands' tightest collection of songs and the screams are more than abundant. Let's see how long it'll hold up.
When I got word two months ago that FFaF were releasing a new disc, I cringed while simultaneously hoping that they'd get it right. I'm here to say they did. Holy crap, they did. The intro is a short melodic one. Kind of like the calm before the storm. The rest of the album pretty much picks you up and never lets you go. For anyone that has been pining for the good ole sound of *Casually Dressed...*, you owe it to yourself to pick up *Welcome Home Armageddon*. It to me is the bands' tightest collection of songs and the screams are more than abundant. Let's see how long it'll hold up.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I haven't listened to Funeral For A Friend that much over the years, but with the release of this album it has caught my ears. I first heard about Funeral For A Friend in 2008, but I didn't listen to them that much, the reason why is I don't know. This album amazes me. I feel bad for not taking this band more serious in the past. I've been missing out on some great music. I really like the sound on this album. I'm glad I decided to check out Funeral For A Friend again, because over the last few years I've been missing out on something that is great. My favorite songs on this album are:
1. Medicated
2. Broken Foundation
3. Owls ( Are Watching )
4. Spinning Over The Island
1. Medicated
2. Broken Foundation
3. Owls ( Are Watching )
4. Spinning Over The Island
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By black_sea
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This band is capable of incredible highs but also mediocre lows. This inconsistency happens from album to album and also from song to song on the same album. However, the highs are so high that the listener is not only compensated for the lows but rewarded enough that he can forget them. At their best, FFAF is pure passion with music so infectious that it envelops you like a giant wave that takes you for a ride.
But those highs are missing from this album. There's not a single part of this album that got me excited. On the other hand, the low points are gone too. This album has a consistent sound and quality. This album also goes back to the 'hardcore' sound from which FFAF had recently strayed. Maybe this is the problem. While much of their older material is incredible, for better or worse, the band's sound was evolving. This album seems forced and little trite in its attempts to go back to a 'tried and true' style.
Overall, this is an average, not great, album.
But those highs are missing from this album. There's not a single part of this album that got me excited. On the other hand, the low points are gone too. This album has a consistent sound and quality. This album also goes back to the 'hardcore' sound from which FFAF had recently strayed. Maybe this is the problem. While much of their older material is incredible, for better or worse, the band's sound was evolving. This album seems forced and little trite in its attempts to go back to a 'tried and true' style.
Overall, this is an average, not great, album.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars
Running Backwards
Gosh, I can't stand it when bands try and go back to their "classic sound" to please whiny fans. You could say that is a bias that would skew my review of this album, but I'd argue... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Eric D
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bringing back the style
This is best album I've heard in a loooong time from FFAF..best since Hours. If you like old FFAF....you'll love this. Nuff said
Published 23 months ago by Matt
3.0 out of 5 stars
FFAF fan not convinced
FFAF's established fanbase allows them to register with ratings above 3 out of five stars for this album. Read more
Published 24 months ago by mr.e
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Great CD
Coming from a longtime dedicated fan, this is a great cd. I highly recommend it to anyone that is a FFAF fan or is actually looking for a great band to get into.
Published 24 months ago by Alex
5.0 out of 5 stars
Possibly Their Finest Hour
Compared to a couple of their previous works, this one absolutely tops over those other ones in almost every way. Read more
Published on March 29, 2011 by Justin
5.0 out of 5 stars
return to tthe roots, and then some
not only did FFAF return to their roots, they have gone way beyond, in my opinion. the music on this record is even harder and more hardcore than 'casually dressed... Read more
Published on March 17, 2011 by Deda Gojcevic
5.0 out of 5 stars
FFAF IS BACK!
I love FFAF I have been following them since their first ep was released back in the day. Seen them a couple of times very good live show indeed. Read more
Published on March 17, 2011 by XDIEX
5.0 out of 5 stars
FFAF's diverse music collection.
One thing I have noticed about FFAF is that each CD has it's own unique sound, yet still holds true to their style. Thia album continues on with the tradition. Read more
Published on March 17, 2011 by Joseph S. Durepos
5.0 out of 5 stars
The new Funeral For a Friend
This album caught my ears on the first time I listened to it. I picked it up at the mall today and I put in it my laptop and I was shocked on how much different this album is than... Read more
Published on March 16, 2011 by Vermillion369
