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Back when Matchbook Romance released 'Stories.. .’ the emo/screamo/post hardcore genre was still in it's infancy. However since then the genre has been scraping the bottom of the barrel with countless un-inspirational bands and records. A few bands have recognised this and have changed up their approach to the genre. Both Finch and Funeral for a Friend released impressive 2nd albums which broke the mould and in doing so put out two of the best records of '05.
MBR have also taken on this attitude and for this record have changed their sound quite dramatically. On first listen I thought I had picked up the wrong CD, it really does sound like a whole new band. Gone are the punchy,pacey songs for they have been replaced with huge sounding multi layered songs. Most of the tracks on 'Voices' take their time building up and up before soaring skywards; there are some slight similarities to Muse in this respect.
From the first track 'You Can Run, But We'll Find You' the tone for the album is immediately set. A dark, brooding almost nightmarish sounding song,this premise is continued throughout the record with dark themes intertwining themselves throughout. Make no mistake 'Voices' is an extremely grown up record, MBR have greatly matured their sound both musically and lyrically. ‘Monsters’ the first single to be lifted off the album is the most immediate and accessible track; a weird twisted little track with a driving guitar riff interspersed with crazy handclaps.
On first listen I can see the album disappointing some MBR fans, it really is a huge change from ‘Stories & Alibis’ but it is a hugely atmospheric record that rewards repeat listening. (especially through a set of decent headphones!)
Embrace the change !
It just mixes the emotional lyrics with outstanding instumentals to create this mind blowing collection of masterpieces. Yea, this type of music may not be your cup of tea but if you are a 'rock' lover at all then just have a listen to this.
In my opinion, this is better than their last CD; it seems better organised. I think they were finding their feet with that one and although it was still good, this one tops it by far. If you have listened to this and agree with me somewhat, listen to 'God or Julie'. It's a very similar band with the drummer from MBR and their debut is just a fantastic CD.
Enjoy!
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