tape Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Where are you guys finding this? for real. I don't believe that anything's leaked until it's on what. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asphyz Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Peeps' need to improve their Google Fu. I have listened to the album a few times now, and I don't like it. For now I will keep my opinions to myself; not gunna spoil it for the rest of you patient people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek™ Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 There's absolutely no reason based on the songs they've released that this WOULDN'T be extremely poppy. Basically this. And to take it further; haven't the band's last 2-3 albums fallen way into the realm of pop? I kind of just assumed that's what they do, now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throughbeingcruel Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Basically this. And to take it further; haven't the band's last 2-3 albums fallen way into the realm of pop? I kind of just assumed that's what they do, now.Now? Every record is poppy has hell. "Hehe, Shabutie" ring a bell? tape 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serum7 Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Basically this. And to take it further; haven't the band's last 2-3 albums fallen way into the realm of pop? I kind of just assumed that's what they do, now. I wouldn't go that far. There were definitely the stand-out pop songs but overall they played in the same sandbox as the other albums. My knee-jerk reaction to the first listen is that there's a decent Coheed ep here. It's no accident that "You've Got Spirit, Kid" and "Here to Mars" were the first songs released from the album, they're also (IMO) two of the ones that stand out the most. "Atlas" is my personal favorite after the first listen. A lot of the other tracks just sound like stripped down Coheed to me, very basic 4-minute songs that just trail off into oblivion and suddenly you're onto the next track. I found myself thinking "oh, that's it? that one's over?" more than once. I'm not ready to write it off, I definitely want to give it more listens (especially with vinyl or a better quality digital version). A big part of me misses the story, that was half the fun of going back and picking the lyrics apart. These songs are pretty straight forward, which isn't bad, but coming from a band like Coheed it's underwhelming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek™ Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Now? Every record is poppy has hell. "Hehe, Shabutie" ring a bell? There have always been a handful of poppy tracks on their albums, sure, but at least in the Good Apollo era you were getting interesting 7+ minute epics that were doing more than hammering a bubblegum chorus home. When I think about IKSOSE:3, I don't instantly think of pop, despite Blood Red Summer being infectious in the best way possible. I just feel like they're leaning way towards radio-accessible songwriting, and that's all I'd really expect from their newer releases. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throughbeingcruel Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 There have always been a handful of poppy tracks on their albums, sure, but at least in the Good Apollo era you were getting interesting 7+ minute epics that were doing more than hammering a bubblegum chorus home. When I think about IKSOSE:3, I don't instantly think of pop, despite Blood Red Summer being infectious in the best way possible. I just feel like they're leaning way towards radio-accessible songwriting, and that's all I'd really expect from their newer releases.Alright, I see what you were saying now. You're totally right about the GA-era stuff, I always thought Good Apollo 1 was the best rock record that didn't come out of the 70s. I guess I need to hear this new record in its entirety. Although, the four tracks I've heard are rad. Here to Mars is one of my favorite CoCa tracks period. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Family Friendly Rap God Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 This album has some serious duds on it but Island and Atlas are fantastic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clerk3745 Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Island sounds great. https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=933819123352042 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Micah511 Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Yeah, this is cool. Island, ghost, atlas, and peace to the mountain are standouts. Everyone talked about heavy the audience is, and yeah, it's that, but it sounds kind of out of place, like it belonged on YOTBR. Granted, this is all after one listen. I'm sure I'll learn to love all of it. Love the variation between songs though. EDIT: just listened to Colors again, that song is incredible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fowty Dollaz Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Clear blue at NYCC apparently. Neat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zerohacker Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Rad! My cousin is there, I'm gonna have her try to pick one up for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Family Friendly Rap God Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Clear blue at NYCC apparently. Neat. I'm hoping my buddy will come through with one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Family Friendly Rap God Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 Vinyl at NYCC confirmed to be the tour variant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fowty Dollaz Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 Neato burrito. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
We5ley5nipes Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 Vinyl at NYCC confirmed to be the tour variant Any pressing info? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fowty Dollaz Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 Any pressing info? If we don't have any, I'll try to find out tomorrow. Will update thread. If it's tour, I would bet 2-3 k tops, but likely 1-2. Maybe 1500? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
We5ley5nipes Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 If we don't have any, I'll try to find out tomorrow. Will update thread. If it's tour, I would bet 2-3 k tops, but likely 1-2. Maybe 1500? So we are assuming it will be less or as limited as the egg white/180g variants Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fowty Dollaz Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 So we are assuming it will be less or as limited as the egg white/180g variants Probably. I'll ask Blaze tomorrow. Maybe Adrian knows. Possibly even Jess or Matt. #droppedsomenames #letmepickthemup #idon'tactuallyknowthosepeopleatall #justtheirnames #hashtagsmakereadingthingsdifficult Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
serum7 Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 Just caved and bought my ticket to their show Tuesday. I'll see what the vinyl situation is and try to pick up an extra (assuming they have them). Please don't pm me looking for one, I'll post in here if I have an extra. This album is growing on me quickly. Some of the songs are super catchy. I find myself with them stuck in my head a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psus2h Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 Just caved and bought my ticket to their show Tuesday. I'll see what the vinyl situation is and try to pick up an extra (assuming they have them). Please don't pm me looking for one, I'll post in here if I have an extra. This album is growing on me quickly. Some of the songs are super catchy. I find myself with them stuck in my head a lot. I'm guessing retail press band signed at the show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fowty Dollaz Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 The blue at NYCC is tour. No answer yet on quantity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fowty Dollaz Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 Out of 1000. Family Friendly Rap God 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fowty Dollaz Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 Listened to the CD while chatting on the drive back from NYCC...I'll revise after a solid listen, but... It's a solid pop/ rock album. It's not bad. It's not their best, but it's absolutely different from previous releases. It's shorter, poppier, but still impressive. It's more true to reality. Easier to relate to than some other songs shrouded in metaphoric stories. It's worth hearing before you buy, but the more you hear it, the more you like it. That's why I'm considering it pop rock as opposed to a prog or "metal" album. It's catchy and pop laden. Like Taylor Swift, Genesis, The Clash, etc. It sounds like none of those people, but it has similar effect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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