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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
As a big Creed fan I was both excited and apprehensive about the release of Full Circle. It was great news that they were back together and making music, but the speed with which the album was made left me wondering if it was going to be a cash in.
However, while not exactly a perfect album it is far better than I could have hoped for. Very few songs miss their mark. Scott Stapp still writes the same introspective lyrics, and delivers them with his customary Eddie Vedderesque growl. And Mark Tremonti still exhibits a great mix of melodic and muscular guitar work, backed up more than satisfactorily by the bass work of Brian Marhsall and the drumming of Scott Philips.
The album starts with 'Overcome', a rousing stadium rock number and their first single. It's a decent slice of heavy rock and roll and sets up the tone well for the album. It continues onto Bread of Shame, which is in my opinion the worst song on the album, and possible candidate for worst Creed song ever. It just seems like an assault of sound that never really progresses anywhere, with possibly one of the most obnoxious choruses I have ever heard.
From this low point however, the album picks up and never really lets go. 'A Thousand Faces' 'Fear' 'On My sleeve' 'Full Circle' 'Good Fight' and 'The Song you sing' are all hard hitting yet tuneful songs with great hooks that never let up. 'Rain' and 'Away in Silence' are both hugely uplifting slices of hit ready radio rock, which you won't be able to not foot tap or nod your head to.
The albums best song though is the superb Time. Stapp alternates brillantly between soft emotional croon, and anguished growl. It is very emotionally stirring, backed up fantasticly by a mix of mid tempo electric and acoustic guitar work from Tremonti. Despite being classed as Post Grunge in the past, Creed have always exhibited there greatest strength in writing relatable rock ballads. Songs you just want to pump your fist in the air to and sing along with. 'Time' is a song in that mould, like 'Higher' and feels like perfect justification for Creed's reunion.
The only other song is 'Suddenly', which while not bad seems painfully generic with no real hook, and just falls slightly flat.
A reason why Creed have always been so successful, especially in Bible Belt America, is that they have never baulked or backed down from a winning formula. They did, do, and will continue to write personal and emotional songs full of religious imagery that get people pumping their fists into the air, and beating their chests. There is nothing at all wrong with this. They do it better than any other Post-Grunge/Hard Rock band I think I have ever listened to. If you are a fan of Creed, you will love this album. While not perfect, due almost entirely to the awful 'Bread of Shame' it is a great listen and will alleviate any fears that they are only doing this reunion as a quick cash in.
Hits: Overcome, A Thousand Faces, Rain, Away in Silence, Fear, On My Sleeve, Full Circle, Good Fight, The Song You Sing
Misses: Bread of Shame, Suddenly
Standout: Time
However, while not exactly a perfect album it is far better than I could have hoped for. Very few songs miss their mark. Scott Stapp still writes the same introspective lyrics, and delivers them with his customary Eddie Vedderesque growl. And Mark Tremonti still exhibits a great mix of melodic and muscular guitar work, backed up more than satisfactorily by the bass work of Brian Marhsall and the drumming of Scott Philips.
The album starts with 'Overcome', a rousing stadium rock number and their first single. It's a decent slice of heavy rock and roll and sets up the tone well for the album. It continues onto Bread of Shame, which is in my opinion the worst song on the album, and possible candidate for worst Creed song ever. It just seems like an assault of sound that never really progresses anywhere, with possibly one of the most obnoxious choruses I have ever heard.
From this low point however, the album picks up and never really lets go. 'A Thousand Faces' 'Fear' 'On My sleeve' 'Full Circle' 'Good Fight' and 'The Song you sing' are all hard hitting yet tuneful songs with great hooks that never let up. 'Rain' and 'Away in Silence' are both hugely uplifting slices of hit ready radio rock, which you won't be able to not foot tap or nod your head to.
The albums best song though is the superb Time. Stapp alternates brillantly between soft emotional croon, and anguished growl. It is very emotionally stirring, backed up fantasticly by a mix of mid tempo electric and acoustic guitar work from Tremonti. Despite being classed as Post Grunge in the past, Creed have always exhibited there greatest strength in writing relatable rock ballads. Songs you just want to pump your fist in the air to and sing along with. 'Time' is a song in that mould, like 'Higher' and feels like perfect justification for Creed's reunion.
The only other song is 'Suddenly', which while not bad seems painfully generic with no real hook, and just falls slightly flat.
A reason why Creed have always been so successful, especially in Bible Belt America, is that they have never baulked or backed down from a winning formula. They did, do, and will continue to write personal and emotional songs full of religious imagery that get people pumping their fists into the air, and beating their chests. There is nothing at all wrong with this. They do it better than any other Post-Grunge/Hard Rock band I think I have ever listened to. If you are a fan of Creed, you will love this album. While not perfect, due almost entirely to the awful 'Bread of Shame' it is a great listen and will alleviate any fears that they are only doing this reunion as a quick cash in.
Hits: Overcome, A Thousand Faces, Rain, Away in Silence, Fear, On My Sleeve, Full Circle, Good Fight, The Song You Sing
Misses: Bread of Shame, Suddenly
Standout: Time
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Back in 2004 when Creed broke up, rock had lost one it's most shining glories. Stapp went solo, Tremonti, Phillips & Marshall formed Alter Bridge with Myles Kennedy. With success varied, a creed reunion was always likely, fast forward to Autumn 2009 and "Full Circle," Creed's fourth album showcases some of the band's heaviest material, twindled with some crisp ballads.
Stapp is on top vocal form, Tremonti's riff's and pounding solo's set the tone, opening rocker "Overcome" with its uptempo melody and infectious chorus ticks every hard rock cliche going, welcome back Creed indeed.
Creed maintains their hard rock approach on tracks "Bread Of Shame," "Suddenly," and "Fear," the latter being the best track, it sounds very similar to the music that Alter Bridge have made.
It's when "Full Circle" begins to mellow that Creed's music becomes more mainstream, radio friendly rocker and second single "Rain" has radio hit written all over it, as does moody ballad "Away In Silence."
Elsewhere, Creed sing about their own musical journey on the title track, beautifully followed by the albums most somber moment, "Time." "This time I have nothing left to lose, I'm stuck the second hand won't move, it's about time that I speak my mind." Maybe a reference to Stapp's own wishes for Creed to get back together way before they actually did.
Overall, "Full Circle" is an immense album. Creed have already confirmed a full world tour in 2010 in support of "Full Circle," I for one will be first in the queue for any UK dates they announce.
Best Tracks: "Overcome" "Rain" "Away In Silence" "Time"
Stapp is on top vocal form, Tremonti's riff's and pounding solo's set the tone, opening rocker "Overcome" with its uptempo melody and infectious chorus ticks every hard rock cliche going, welcome back Creed indeed.
Creed maintains their hard rock approach on tracks "Bread Of Shame," "Suddenly," and "Fear," the latter being the best track, it sounds very similar to the music that Alter Bridge have made.
It's when "Full Circle" begins to mellow that Creed's music becomes more mainstream, radio friendly rocker and second single "Rain" has radio hit written all over it, as does moody ballad "Away In Silence."
Elsewhere, Creed sing about their own musical journey on the title track, beautifully followed by the albums most somber moment, "Time." "This time I have nothing left to lose, I'm stuck the second hand won't move, it's about time that I speak my mind." Maybe a reference to Stapp's own wishes for Creed to get back together way before they actually did.
Overall, "Full Circle" is an immense album. Creed have already confirmed a full world tour in 2010 in support of "Full Circle," I for one will be first in the queue for any UK dates they announce.
Best Tracks: "Overcome" "Rain" "Away In Silence" "Time"
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Back in 2004 when Creed broke up, rock had lost one it's most shining glories. Stapp went solo, Tremonti, Phillips & Marshall formed Alter Bridge with Myles Kennedy. With success varied, a creed reunion was always likely, fast forward to Autumn 2009 and "Full Circle," Creed's fourth album showcases some of the band's heaviest material, twindled with some crisp ballads.
Stapp is on top vocal form, Tremonti's riff's and pounding solo's set the tone, opening rocker "Overcome" with its uptempo melody and infectious chorus ticks every hard rock cliche going, welcome back Creed indeed.
Creed maintains their hard rock approach on tracks "Bread Of Shame," "Suddenly," and "Fear," the latter being the best track, it sounds very similar to the music that Alter Bridge have made.
It's when "Full Circle" begins to mellow that Creed's music becomes more mainstream, radio friendly rocker and second single "Rain" has radio hit written all over it, as does moody ballad "Away In Silence."
Elsewhere, Creed sing about their own musical journey on the title track, beautifully followed by the albums most somber moment, "Time." "This time I have nothing left to lose, I'm stuck the second hand won't move, it's about time that I speak my mind." Maybe a reference to Stapp's own wishes for Creed to get back together way before they actually did.
Overall, "Full Circle" is an immense album. Creed have already confirmed a full world tour in 2010 in support of "Full Circle," I for one will be first in the queue for any UK dates they announce.
Best Tracks: "Overcome" "Rain" "Away In Silence" "Time"
Stapp is on top vocal form, Tremonti's riff's and pounding solo's set the tone, opening rocker "Overcome" with its uptempo melody and infectious chorus ticks every hard rock cliche going, welcome back Creed indeed.
Creed maintains their hard rock approach on tracks "Bread Of Shame," "Suddenly," and "Fear," the latter being the best track, it sounds very similar to the music that Alter Bridge have made.
It's when "Full Circle" begins to mellow that Creed's music becomes more mainstream, radio friendly rocker and second single "Rain" has radio hit written all over it, as does moody ballad "Away In Silence."
Elsewhere, Creed sing about their own musical journey on the title track, beautifully followed by the albums most somber moment, "Time." "This time I have nothing left to lose, I'm stuck the second hand won't move, it's about time that I speak my mind." Maybe a reference to Stapp's own wishes for Creed to get back together way before they actually did.
Overall, "Full Circle" is an immense album. Creed have already confirmed a full world tour in 2010 in support of "Full Circle," I for one will be first in the queue for any UK dates they announce.
Best Tracks: "Overcome" "Rain" "Away In Silence" "Time"
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great rock album
Creed return in top form, i was pleasantly suprised when i brought this cd having enjoyed their previous efforts, but with alterbridge forming and scott stapp doing some solo work... Read more
Published 10 months ago by simsk01
Creed Full Circle
Always been a Creed fan and this album is a must, excellent Lyrics and ballads.
GET THIS ALBUM NOW...!
GET THIS ALBUM NOW...!
Published 14 months ago by Tazmo
Greatest comeback of all time?
The last Alter Bridge album left me a bit cold so this Creed reunion album was a bit of a shock. The album lyrically is superb and sung with incredible passion by Scott Stapp. Read more
Published on 8 Mar 2010 by Trev
CREEDS BEST ALBUM
Well some reunions weren't meant to happen were they and on paper this seemed extremely unlikely from the day that the band originally split up as a result of the well documented... Read more
Published on 1 Feb 2010 by Mr. Michael S. Newdeck
Good album but miss Alter Bridge!
I was a fan of Creed when they were around the first time and had most of their albums. The Greatest Hits was also one of the better collections around, although they were often... Read more
Published on 9 Jan 2010 by D. Watkins
Full circle
As a big fan of Creed, has to say that this cd was a little bit of an disappointment.
Published on 12 Dec 2009 by Kim Kraappa
Brilliant.
This album is brilliant, so good to hear the guys back together again, here's hoping for more.!
Published on 5 Dec 2009 by K. Whitelaw
Don't over analyse it..........
On this Creed offering Scott Stapp's vocal are very clear. On previous Creed CD's I found it very hard to hear the actual lyrics. Read more
Published on 21 Nov 2009 by Mityimpz
Listen and listen again
Creed's new album 'Full Circle' is a long awaited release with just one, make that two, problems... They are 'One Day Remains' and 'Blackbird'. Especially 'Blackbird'. Read more
Published on 17 Nov 2009 by Richard Rogers
Full Circle - Worth the Wait!!
I have been waiting for this since I heard they had split in 2004 as I am a huge fan!!
There are some great tracks that fans of old and new will like such as Overcome,... Read more
There are some great tracks that fans of old and new will like such as Overcome,... Read more
Published on 10 Nov 2009 by D. Buxton
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