-
Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to learn about free downloads, special deals, and new releases.
|
MP3 Songs
Previous
Play all
Next
Play all samples
MP3
Paused
Loading......
Unavailable
Loading......
Volume slider
Mute/Unmute
To view this content, download Flash player (version 9.0.0 or higher)
| Song Title | Time | Price | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Play | 1. Alarm The Alarm | 3:30 | $0.99 |  |
| Play | 2. Despite Your Valor | 3:35 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 3. Renegade | 3:09 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 4. Hand Grenades | 3:16 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 5. I Never Said That I Was Through With You | 2:55 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 6. Center Of Attention | 2:54 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 7. Citadel | 3:57 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 8. Redemption | 3:12 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 9. We Shot The Moon | 2:44 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 10. Kings And Councilors | 3:16 | $0.99 | |
| Play | 11. Heaven And Hell | 1:43 | $0.99 | |
Sold by Amazon Digital Services, Inc.. Additional taxes may apply. By placing your order, you agree to our Terms of Use.
Special Offers and Product Promotions
Product Details
|
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
One of Tooth & Nail's newest, Write This Down, is probably not what you would expect--they certainly surprised me with their self-titled debut on T&N Records. They've released a few EPs independently, but the production on this studio album has stepped up things up a few notches for this band. As far as their music goes, it's quite a diverse mixture, an element that causes them to differentiate themselves from other bands who stick to the formula of rock and do not stray far enough to be interesting. Let me explain.
The beginning of the album explodes via "Alarm the Alarm." Right away we hear screams, but they're in the background, leaving more room for the clean vocals to shine through. Unlike their independent release of the song, things are much more melodic in the chorus, and actually come across as quite catchy, despite their obvious metal influences. From there, the verses suddenly evolve into a pop-rock vibe, a curious transition. They pull it off without anything feeling uncomfortable in between, and turns out to be an extremely addictive track. We even see evidences of the band's faith in the line, "There is no other name by which I am saved/ I will not be afraid to trust in you."
Besides this brief moment, it gets a bit harder to identify any influences of the band's faith on the record. Write This Down has some fantastic songwriting, but their message often gets lost in the not-all-too-clear lyrics. They make several brief references to God on the album, but don't expect anything overly spiritual. None of this is to say that this makes the record any less of what it is. Probably the most powerful line in the album that speaks of God is in the song "Kings and Councilors" when they scream, "What can wash away your sins?/ Nothing but the blood." That this band can make music that is relatable to kids but still has has references to Jesus being the only way to salvation is an awesome thing that I really respect them for.
The second song holds a surprise for those who think Write This Down uses strictly electric guitars, or that they can't have soft moments in their songs. Even though "Despite Your Valor" probably contains more screaming than the song before it, it is also much more melodic, using acoustic guitars for the verses--I meant it when I said they were diverse. The song "Citadel" even uses a keyboard as the central instrument! Listening to a "Renegade" convinced me that Write This Down should be considered a heavy band (it being easily the heaviest track on the album), but I'm not sure what to call them anymore. The softest track, "Heaven and Hell," uses acoustic guitar through and through, and is actually quite beautiful. And despite all of these controversies, not one of these styles seems unnatural for this band. It's really something that you don't find pulled off successfully a whole lot, and it was really refreshing to hear.
While lead screamer Johnny Collier's vocals sometimes tend to sound monotonous, this is perfectly combated with Nate Rockwell's smooth, punk rock voice. Oftentimes, Collier's screams almost sound like a whole group of people screaming at the top of their lungs, making them ten times more powerful than your average metal vocals. Together, Collier and Rockwell make for a combination for metal fans and punk rock fans, creating a wide range for different fans with different tastes, something that will draw in a large crowd. Even before they were signed, Write This Down gained a reputation for an insane live show, and I can just picture songs like these live in all their glory.
I'd have to say that the band's first single, "Renegade," was a bit misleading. They weren't quite as heavy as I had expected them to be, and I have to say it was a pleasant surprise. Tooth & Nail continues to succeed in signing bands with amazing talent, and Write This Down is just one more to add to the lineup.
The beginning of the album explodes via "Alarm the Alarm." Right away we hear screams, but they're in the background, leaving more room for the clean vocals to shine through. Unlike their independent release of the song, things are much more melodic in the chorus, and actually come across as quite catchy, despite their obvious metal influences. From there, the verses suddenly evolve into a pop-rock vibe, a curious transition. They pull it off without anything feeling uncomfortable in between, and turns out to be an extremely addictive track. We even see evidences of the band's faith in the line, "There is no other name by which I am saved/ I will not be afraid to trust in you."
Besides this brief moment, it gets a bit harder to identify any influences of the band's faith on the record. Write This Down has some fantastic songwriting, but their message often gets lost in the not-all-too-clear lyrics. They make several brief references to God on the album, but don't expect anything overly spiritual. None of this is to say that this makes the record any less of what it is. Probably the most powerful line in the album that speaks of God is in the song "Kings and Councilors" when they scream, "What can wash away your sins?/ Nothing but the blood." That this band can make music that is relatable to kids but still has has references to Jesus being the only way to salvation is an awesome thing that I really respect them for.
The second song holds a surprise for those who think Write This Down uses strictly electric guitars, or that they can't have soft moments in their songs. Even though "Despite Your Valor" probably contains more screaming than the song before it, it is also much more melodic, using acoustic guitars for the verses--I meant it when I said they were diverse. The song "Citadel" even uses a keyboard as the central instrument! Listening to a "Renegade" convinced me that Write This Down should be considered a heavy band (it being easily the heaviest track on the album), but I'm not sure what to call them anymore. The softest track, "Heaven and Hell," uses acoustic guitar through and through, and is actually quite beautiful. And despite all of these controversies, not one of these styles seems unnatural for this band. It's really something that you don't find pulled off successfully a whole lot, and it was really refreshing to hear.
While lead screamer Johnny Collier's vocals sometimes tend to sound monotonous, this is perfectly combated with Nate Rockwell's smooth, punk rock voice. Oftentimes, Collier's screams almost sound like a whole group of people screaming at the top of their lungs, making them ten times more powerful than your average metal vocals. Together, Collier and Rockwell make for a combination for metal fans and punk rock fans, creating a wide range for different fans with different tastes, something that will draw in a large crowd. Even before they were signed, Write This Down gained a reputation for an insane live show, and I can just picture songs like these live in all their glory.
I'd have to say that the band's first single, "Renegade," was a bit misleading. They weren't quite as heavy as I had expected them to be, and I have to say it was a pleasant surprise. Tooth & Nail continues to succeed in signing bands with amazing talent, and Write This Down is just one more to add to the lineup.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:MP3 Download
I saw this band when they opened for The Classic Crime, and had never heard of them. After they performed I was very pleasantly surprised and I told myself that I need their album, this band is going to go places. I have been listening to the minute clips of most of there songs on their MySpace page and have been waiting anxiously for the CD release and here it is. IT ROCKS!!!!! The album is pretty cheap only at $5.99, and definitely worth the money. I would recommend picking up this album and if you get the chance to see them live, you will not be disappointed.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I had never heard Write This Down before this album came out. I buy most of Tooth and Nail's albums, although there are a few that aren't my style...
Luckily, this album is fantastic. It reminds me of Emery more than anything else and I LOVE Emery, so that's a compliment in my book.
If you like your rock with a hint of screaming, but with melodies you can still sing along with, this album is for you.
Luckily, this album is fantastic. It reminds me of Emery more than anything else and I LOVE Emery, so that's a compliment in my book.
If you like your rock with a hint of screaming, but with melodies you can still sing along with, this album is for you.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Wow. Very good CD.
Write This Down has put together a very catchy cd. Every tune grabs your attention. Some listeners will get annoyed by the melting pot of sounds, particularly when some parts sound... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Burn
Excellent Christain Metal Music
Write This Down's initial album releaes is a winner. I look forward to future music releases by this Chritian metal group. This group is highly talented. Read more
Published 14 months ago by daddyo
Love This Band
Write This Down is definitely a favourite of mine. I first heard of them through their song "Renegade", which is an amazing song, but if you are someone who doesn't like heavy... Read more
Published 22 months ago by InnocentShadow
They went more mainstream
I first saw Write This Down in a dinky coffee shop in Maple Grove back in the day when they had 6 people in their band. I absolutely fell in love with them. Read more
Published on April 26, 2010 by Jason Oien
Righteous!!!
Solid album start to finish!! Very talented dudes! Album is well rounded with acoustic and piano thrown in on some tracks. Great lyrics! It'll make your head move! WTD!! holler.
Published on April 23, 2010 by Kevin H. McGill
Customer Discussions
|
This product's forum
Active discussions in related forums
Search Customer Discussions
|
Related forums
|
SoundUnwound - the personal music encyclopedia
Passionate about music?
Learn more at SoundUnwound, the personal music encyclopedia, or challenge your friends with our music quizzes.
What Other Items Do Customers Buy After Viewing This Item?
Look for Similar Items by Category
