Customer Reviews

Writer's Reference

5 star:		(7)
4 star:		(3)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(2)

 

 

"A Writer's Reference" is a well-done EP of emo-tinged pop punk. This is basic three-chord minor-key stuff, with some nice arrangements and harmonies. Imagine the sing-along choruses that metalcore bands often have today, minus the metal; the title track, in particular, goes into a gnarly breakdown that would fit well on an Atreyu or Killswitch Engage record. The production is clear yet rough enough around the edges to avoid falling into Jimmy Eat World-type gloss.

how does dtr always find great bands? right around the time that hidden in plain view (a band you should check out if you liked halifax) releases their first full-length, they get another great band to become the newcomer.

1. sydney - 10/10 - the first single from halifax. catchy, and just good all around. not much i can say about it, its just very very good

2. a writers referecne - 12/10 - my favorite on the ep. extremely catchy, great chorus. love the guitar. its just awesome

3. i hate your eyes - 10/10 - I LOVE THIS TITLE lol is that not the best song title? (well other than fall out boys "reinventing the wheel to run myself over... lmao). the song is awesome too. another catchy chorus

4. broken glass syndrome - 11/10 - second best song on the ep. another very catchy song, their just a catchy band arent they? simply incredible

5. the next two weeks - 9/10 - weak verses (except i liked the second verse...) and doesnt have the edge of the other songs. why an 9 then? the best chorus on the ep.

6. scarlet letter pt 2- 9/10 - after the last song, which was a changeup, you could kinda feel a slow song coming, and its about time. you have to throw some slow songs in. this one wasnt thrown in: it deserves to be there.

7. sydney (acoustic)- 10/10- at the beginning, it kind of has a mexican music sound to it. that might just be me though. i love acoustic songs, however, and even though this is a little too fast for acoustic, its still great

great ep. i cant wait for halifax to release a full-length. some how i think this band is gunna get alot of critism for lack of origionality though. that seems to happen to every dtr band. either way... ITS GOOD. WELL WORTH IT. GET IT. also i recomend "life in dreaming" by hidden in plain view

You know, I'm not the biggest emo fan on the block, but I am pretty impressed with the musicality and vocals in Halifax. I actually have to admit that I saw Halifax on Real World: Austin (yeah I know, LAMMMEEEE!) and I also heard about them on various other websites and through word of mouth; I was interested in knowing exactly why they're so popular. Upon getting this CD (well, borrowing this CD, really), I took a chance to really sit down and listen, and I have to say that it's pretty damn good. Of course the best songs are the first two tracks, "Sydney" and "A Writer's Reference" because of their intense feel. Most of "Sydney" gets stuck in your head after the first minute, and you find yourself singing along. But "Scarlet Letter, Part II" was also really good despite its more mellow feel. Of course emo music has its ups and downs when it comes to lyricality because most of the music deals with loves lost and despair felt, but Halifax has put together a reasonable number of songs for a reasonable amount of money for those cold, rainy days when you're sitting around your house pretending like no one cares. So go and get it, 'cause you know we teenagers have those days like...ALL the time. :o)

Let me start out by saying that halifax is one of my absolute favorite bands and in my opinion the are amazing. This album(ep) is very well done.It's filled with guitar riffs and songs that will have you on your feet dancing and singing along. The first track, "Sydney," has a very catchy melody and well written lyrics. My favorite track is "Broken Glass Syndrome". It is indeed the best Halifax song I have ever heard. If you are thinking about checking this out... do it. It will be money well spent.

it was everything i was looking for in a cd. a bit of new school punk mixed with screamo to an up-beat catchy tune. The lyrics were depressing, yet relative to real love and heartbreak. Evne the 2 slower accoustic songs came out fantastic!

a writer's reference is considered by many to be one of the best emo cd's/EP's out right now. now if you dont like the emo style where lyrics mean more then musicianship then this isnt for you becuase all you are gonna do is complain how they can only play three chords or watever. there talent is in the lyrics. sydney and broken glass syndrome are two emo masterpieces. if you like emo music you will love halifax. new album due out may 23, 2006 as well.

'A writers reference' is a good contemplated CD. plenty of songs for the price. good songs, not blah and annoying. fair rythum & beat. nothing really to complain about. i mean it's less than $10, which is a great price for what you get here. i enjoy it. if you need a new band to add to your major collection of Cds, this is it. halifax is not super well known, but i hope one day they will be.. X3

halifax......is an awesome band and theres a reason they are one of alternative press' 100 bands you need to know in 2005.

sydney-their most poular song and cool song 5/5
a writers reference- awesome and awesome bridge 5/5
i hate your eyes-an energetic song that kics ass 5/5
broken glass syndrome- another classic by halifax 5/5
the next two weeks- another great song by halifax 5/5
scarlet letter pt. 2- slows down the pace but ends on a great song 5/5
sydney (acoustic)-it's sydney 5/5



by this ep now...plus you get a sampler with a new early november song

i listended to them on purevolume.com. theyre awesome! i cant wait to buy their new EP. for now, im constantly on purevolume. my faves are 'giant in the ring' nd 'broken glass syndrome'

This band is definitely one of my favorites. If you like good music i suggest you check this cd out. Its really cd to buy so why not?