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Band Name: Seether
Album Name: Karma and Effect
Rating: 4.5 / 5 User Rating: 4.2 / 5
Label: Wind-Up
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Tracklist
1. Because of Me
2. Remedy
3. Truth
4. Gift
5. Burrito
6. Given
7. Never Leave
8. World Falls Away
9. Tongue
10. I’m The One
11. Simplest Mistake
12. Diseased
13. Plastic Man
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Virtual maestros of modern rock, Seether combine the melodies that make a sure fire hit with the energy and intensity needed to give the band an edge over many acts which wander in and out of the popular charts. Shaun Morgan possesses a passionate voice with just enough of a growl to make the band's overall sound that much more menacing. Lead off single 'Remedy' is a rocking romp that will be stuck in your head for days, while 'Truth' is a bit more restrained, but nonetheless, packs a considerable emotional punch. The arrangements here are slick, flowing effortlessly from one song part to the next as the group excels in building tension in its writings. 'Because Of Me' gets going with a banshee scream from Morgan, and then lapses into a lumbering giant of rock. This track is but a solitary example of the group's capability to put together assuredly strong choruses. Dynamics are always a key aspect in an engaging listen, and 'Karma And Effect' has no shortage of them whatsoever. 'The Gift' finds Seether drifting into a dreamy, sullen ballad that would make for a first-rate choice for a third single; it's tuneful, resonating stanza floating over the top of ringing chords and smooth beats. The group also displays a softer side on the moody track 'Forgive', which begins in a very mellow fashion and morphs into a powerful refrain. Make no oversight, the performances on 'Karma And Effect' are excellent, the only thing keeping this very good record from being a great one lying in the fact that this record follows the rules a bit too closely at times, taking few occasions to deviate from the typical templates that the group's songwriting structures seemingly rely upon. That said, with 'Karma And Effect', Seether have fashioned a attractive combination of melody and edginess on that is sure to burn up the radio charts for the foreseeable future.
Review by: EF
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