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  • Audio CD (September 13, 2005)
  • Original Release Date: September 13, 2005
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Shrapnel
  • ASIN: B000ARG2H8
  • In-Print Editions: Audio CD
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #136,339 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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1. Death Valley
2. Blues Balls
3. Gods And Monsters
4. 2 Die 4
5. Perineum
6. Fiddler’s
7. Gein With Envy
8. Behind The Nut Love
9. Soul Of A Robot
10. Sin
11. Damaged
12. Dénouement

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John 5 came to the Shrapnel label after creating a worldwide following as a widely respected guitarist before taking his notoriety to the next level with the release of "Vertigo", an album that many guitar fans described as "the guitar album of the new millennium". John 5’s eclectic influences combine for a truly unique guitar oriented record that once again sets new standards in the genre. John 5 offers a fresh approach to guitar instrumental music on his new CD which features a guest guitar solo from legendary guitarists Steve Vai and Albert Lee
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Guitar fans rejoice, October 23, 2005
By Murat Batmaz (Istanbul, Turkey) - See all my reviews
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A quick listen of John 5's Songs for Sanity is bound to suggest that his previous collaborations with artists such as David Lee Roth, Marilyn Manson, Rob Halford, Rob Zombie, and John Wetton to name a few were certainly quite limiting given his talents presented on his solo albums. John Lowery goes under the name John 5 and Songs for Sanity is his second solo output after the critically acclaimed Vertigo.

This is an entirely instrumental release with the exception of some spoken parts in a song or two or a funny appearance of a singer who attemps to sing in a reggae style on "Gods and Monsters", one of the more atmospheric and laid-back tunes with electronic drum beats and synth work, fuzzy guitar sounds, and eventually a challenging lead solo that is rather impressive. The first half of the album is decidedly more shred-oriented; manic sweeps fill "Damaged", the album opener, together with heavy as hell rhythms and a bluesy guitar tone utilising Morse-like picking. Over-dubbed guitar lines duel with each other, leaving the non-Manson fan speechless when it comes to John 5's amazing skill in his instrument. Fast (and I mean really fast!) tapping licks open "Soul of a Robot", littered with killer vibrato work that is generated by an almost robotic proficiency. The song delves into classic rock territory but is carried out in a very Steve Vai-like playfulness, producing weird soundscapes. John 5 then explores some bluegrass meets country on "Gein with Envy", a bit similar to the stuff on String Cheese Incident's last album, and immediately launches into his first atmospheric track, the moody "Sin". Modern sounds emerge recalling his past with Manson and his recent stint with Rob Zombie. However, all of it is put aside with the arrival of an impossibly fast shred guitar that then is again replaced by an atmospheric break allowing the drums to shine. The whammy bar usage at the end is a bit excessive and overtly Steve Vai influenced, but I'm sure the average guitar fan will love it.

The "Blues Balls" title is self-explanatory, enriched with echoic organ sounds floating about in the background layered by classic rock guitar melodies. From here on, the album develops a more cinematic feel starting with "Fiddler's" which begins with a tongue-in-cheek commentary about the singer in HIM, and John says he prefers guitar shred and showcases his frenzied instrumental prowess. "2 Die 4" is the darkest cut, with sporadic acoustic guitars and weird sound effects that would make for a great horror movie soundtrack. "Death Valley" is another classic rock tune, except that it begins with a woman giving directions with car horns and heavy traffic heard in the background. Finally John 5 meets Steve Vai, undoubtedly one his main inspirations, on "Perineum", and the two guitarists shred each other out, exchanging solo spots and then doing unison solos. The song marries modern production with classic guitar virtuoso and never fails to borrow Vai's mystical guitar tones along the way. It ends with a long ambient section bleeding into "Denouement", another atmospheric piece that closes the album on a very frantic speed solo note. Once again the whammy bar at the end goes a bit excessive for my likes, but other than that this is quite possibly the most melody-friendly song on the album.

Give Songs for Sanity a listen and discover an amazingly talented guitar player. Granted his songwriting and guitar tone may not be everyone's taste, he is impeccably skilled when it comes to guitar playing and combining it with fun and energy.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars you're going to die choking on a carrot, September 16, 2005
I have to admit, first of all, that I wasn't planning on buying this album. I figured it was just going to be a throw away. Even though I loved the first one, I thought that this one would be boring, more of the same. How wrong I was. The only bad thing I can say about this album is that it seems to go by way too fast. John 5 has now completely set himself apart from anything he's done before, and proves that he is one of the worlds most talented and original guitarists.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Better than the first one...and that one rocked., December 27, 2005
By EerieVonEvil (The Rabbit Hole) - See all my reviews
I got Vertigo first when it came out. Its a good record with a nice mix between metal/bluegrass throughout. But Songs For Sanity takes the cake. This album has the most variety and an overall cohesive niche it likes to be in. The album is much darker than its predecessor, but still has acoustic and bluegrassy country ditties scattered through the album. On his second solo album, John Lowry blends atmospheric synths with heavy drumming and the screaming, searing guitars that move in at your ear at warp speed! The solo's on this record are more epic too and the songwriting has increased with great results on this album. Without a vocalist, the music has to standout and be something unique and I think Songs For Sanity does that. Totally recommended to people with eclectic tastes in music. Standout tracks? All of them
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5.0 out of 5 stars NOW THIS GUY CAN PLAY GUITAR!
John 5, the current guitarist for ROB ZOMBIE and former guitarist for MARILYN MANSON, LOOSER, and TWO showcases a variety of different guitar styles on this amazing instrumental... Read more
Published 1 month ago by P. Buche

5.0 out of 5 stars You'll be glad you bought it.
I bought this album based on reading an interview with John5 on [...]. I'd never heard anything by him before and am not really into Manson, so my purchase was strictly based on... Read more
Published on September 15, 2007 by ks

5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible!
I am so dissapointed that John 5 no longer plays guitar for Marilyn Manson. Now he plays for Rob Zombie. This album truly rocks!
Published on June 20, 2007 by CRAZOTOLOGY

5.0 out of 5 stars Just as impressive and original as the debut
John Lowery (stage name: John 5) returns with his sophomore, and last, release under Shrapnel Records. Read more
Published on April 21, 2007 by Seth Richtsmeier

3.0 out of 5 stars Really good, but very repetitive
I love this album for the diversity of the sound he got, and how the songs go from really hard rock, to a countryish-blues mix. Read more
Published on February 12, 2007 by J. Bucket

5.0 out of 5 stars This guy has chops!!!!!! He's ripping it up!
Plain and Simple. A very good guitar CD from a very underrated player! This guy is great. He's killin' on a telecaster, shredding and pickin' his way to glory! Read more
Published on January 18, 2007 by Jmip

5.0 out of 5 stars one word ---- WOW!!
I've never been a fan, but I saw John 5 with Rob Zombie a couple of weeks ago and was impressed. I must say this CD is more than I expected. Read more
Published on September 9, 2006 by David C. Meltzer

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome follow up
My review will feature descriptions of my favorite songs on the CD.
This album opens with one of John-5's most brilliant songs to date, "Damaged", which has a heart attack... Read more
Published on September 3, 2006 by Connor L. Gibson

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome!!!!!!!!
This is one of the greatest instrumental albums i've ever heard.Those of you who dont like it it's cause you just dont have a good taste in music. Read more
Published on August 29, 2006 by Sandra G. Solis

5.0 out of 5 stars SONGS FOR SANITY
very good mixture of bluegrass and heavy metal guitar licks. great arrangement of music.
Published on August 18, 2006 by Janice M. Seidel

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