- Audio CD (2 Oct 2008)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Label: Polydor Group
- ASIN: B001ESYAOE
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Vinyl | MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 49,404 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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Chicago's Rise Against is anything but a single-minded musical outfit. An astounding fusion of unhinged power, ear grasping melodies, stimulating lyrics and the ability to reach audienced in both underground and mainstream circles, they have redefined the
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
As the reviewer before me said, this is a slightly more mainstream album than other Rise Against but that is one of its main strengths: It still addresses political questions (for example the anti-war 'Hero of War' and the superficiality of fame in 'Entertainment') but has a distinctly more catchy style - not to say that this is a weakness (although some fans felt let down when Rise Aganst joined a major label).
Anyhow, Hero of War is one of their best songs in that it is both reasonably simple but also has a classic Rise Against anti-imperialist theme. If you enjoyed Swing Life Away or Roadside you'll enjoy this (they're rather different musically but it's a similar style of singing and guitar)
Essentially you shouldn't expect the more hardcore political songs such as Give It All or Ready To Fall (in my opinion their best songs, especially the uncesored video for Ready To Fall) but you CAN expect classic Rise Against heavy melodic punk with a political theme, although with significantly less screaming than in previous albums.
Previously i had been sceptical about this new album but having listened through it five times or so I think it's among their best - think an entire album in the theme of 'Tonight We Dance' and you'll be on the right track for an idea of this album.
Four songs to listen to on Youtube that will give you a good idea about hte album: 'Saviour', 'Hero of War', 'Entertainment' and 'Kotov Syndrome'. Rise Against are probably the best melodic punk group around at the moment so definitely worth a listen if you're a newcomer. Even if you're into more hardcore punk like AntiFlag, Rise Against offer a more melodic and viable alternative (let's be honest, Antiflag DO try to cram far too many words into one line and their rhyme schemes are distinctly suspect!).
On a final note, Rise Against are actually more progressive in their thinking than most punk bands, again, using the exanple of Anti-Flag's 'one trillion dollars' or 'Angry Young and Poor' - they both address legitimate themes but they are entirely negative in their message, Rise Against encourage us to become more informed in our lives and to accept responsibility for our actions. To see a further example look up the video for 'Ready To Fall' which Tom McIllrath (lead singer) called their most important work so far...
Once again, i can't emphasise the ability of this band enough, the only reason it got 4 stars was in consideration for hardcore punk or early Rise Against fans who may find the more commercial edge less appealing, but for the everyday listener this gets a definite 5 stars!
Anyhow, Hero of War is one of their best songs in that it is both reasonably simple but also has a classic Rise Against anti-imperialist theme. If you enjoyed Swing Life Away or Roadside you'll enjoy this (they're rather different musically but it's a similar style of singing and guitar)
Essentially you shouldn't expect the more hardcore political songs such as Give It All or Ready To Fall (in my opinion their best songs, especially the uncesored video for Ready To Fall) but you CAN expect classic Rise Against heavy melodic punk with a political theme, although with significantly less screaming than in previous albums.
Previously i had been sceptical about this new album but having listened through it five times or so I think it's among their best - think an entire album in the theme of 'Tonight We Dance' and you'll be on the right track for an idea of this album.
Four songs to listen to on Youtube that will give you a good idea about hte album: 'Saviour', 'Hero of War', 'Entertainment' and 'Kotov Syndrome'. Rise Against are probably the best melodic punk group around at the moment so definitely worth a listen if you're a newcomer. Even if you're into more hardcore punk like AntiFlag, Rise Against offer a more melodic and viable alternative (let's be honest, Antiflag DO try to cram far too many words into one line and their rhyme schemes are distinctly suspect!).
On a final note, Rise Against are actually more progressive in their thinking than most punk bands, again, using the exanple of Anti-Flag's 'one trillion dollars' or 'Angry Young and Poor' - they both address legitimate themes but they are entirely negative in their message, Rise Against encourage us to become more informed in our lives and to accept responsibility for our actions. To see a further example look up the video for 'Ready To Fall' which Tom McIllrath (lead singer) called their most important work so far...
Once again, i can't emphasise the ability of this band enough, the only reason it got 4 stars was in consideration for hardcore punk or early Rise Against fans who may find the more commercial edge less appealing, but for the everyday listener this gets a definite 5 stars!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
When I first hearde a sample of this album I immediately thought "ugh no definitely not" of course, eventually I listened again, and loved it! every song deserves its place on this album, Hero of War is the cliche RA accoustic, taking a very sdatirical and honest look at the war, other references to the war are throughout, In Kotov Syndrome especially.
A must buy, the actual cover is a card slip with a flap to which the lyric book is attached, so no need to feel guilty about the plastic.
A must buy, the actual cover is a card slip with a flap to which the lyric book is attached, so no need to feel guilty about the plastic.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
This band go from strength to strength, each album just surpasses the previous. I have followed them from their initial release (the unravelling) which was immense & wait for them to let themselves down (especially when they signed to a major) but they keep just getting better & better. If I were just beginning the rise against journey I would suggest you buy the albums in order of release as you will see what I'm talking about,listen to each in order & believe they will never be able to top it, then they do.
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great
good album and good trader every thing came on time and in good condishion and was amazin album
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Published 6 months ago by bob the builder
Appeal to reason C.d
Amazing C.d!!! lots of epic songs on the album! Nicely put together flows very well! I'd recommend to any Rise against fan! Came very quickly!
Published 8 months ago by Jordan
One of the best albums I've ever heard
When I first heard the lead track from this album "Savior" I was blown away, it had all the things a good song should have, a catchy courus, good riffs, and a good beat. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Joe Hunstone
Brilliant
Excellent album! My only fault would be that some of the songs are a bit 'samey' although they don't get boring at all. Well worth the money and the time to enjoy it.
Published 18 months ago by Edward
Would not be without it!
This is the 2nd time I have bought this cd - the first one disappeared (never trust people you hardly know with the loan of your favourite cd! Read more
Published 22 months ago by D. Reeves
Another sensation!
Well worth a listen the whole album is very strong and powerful lyrically. If you have never heard rise against before be sure to have a listen to this album, the songs are things... Read more
Published 24 months ago by H. Mansell
Immense album
It is a bit more mainstream than there other albums whcih kind of gives a bad impression to harcore fans but it really does grow on you. Read more
Published on 24 Sep 2009 by Mr. M. Kochanski
Rise Against - Appeal to Reason
Great album - when you hear reviews on the radio and read them online saying that you have to buy this thing - they are all right! Read more
Published on 5 Aug 2009 by Matthew Shilling
Amazing new music from a great talent!
An excellent evolution from their previous music. I expected a lot and they didn't disappoint
Published on 25 May 2009 by B. J. Anstey
Rise Against have done it again.
Rise Against - Appeal to Reason...
Many bands write new albums that will be 'different' from their previous records, if your as big as SlipKnot then you can get away... Read more
Many bands write new albums that will be 'different' from their previous records, if your as big as SlipKnot then you can get away... Read more
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