I wrote this album off at first like most people have done. It sounds nothing like the first album and so I was disappointed -- at first. Then I listened to it again...and again...and again.

When I listened closely to the lyrics and let the melodies sink in then it all became so utterly addictive. The lyrics are deep-felt, kind of painful and incredibly poetic and expressive. I guarantee that if you are having a sad streak or have just broken up with someone it will absolutely ring your psychological tuning fork. The lyrics have this weird effect of making you feel rock-out powerful while wallowing in emotional misery. Very strange.

The recording and mix is full and lush, more mature, and has a more "classic" hard rock sound that will stand the test of time as opposed to their first album which had a decidedly contemporary sound.

Pick this up and *really* listen to it.

This CD is a great follow up to Crossfade's first. They spent several years perfecting their sound and lyrics for this CD and it paid off. Their songs all have a similar sound to them, but it is an interesting blend of sound ranging from energetic to sad, dark and heavy to light. Crossfade is a solid band and their songs and lyrics are emotional. I highly recommend to anybody that likes modern rock.

I only liked one song and believe me I listened to the CD at least 5 times to make sure it was only the one song.

I still listen to their first CD over and over and over...No comparison. Cold is still one of my all time favorite songs.

I agree with many: What happened?

After listening to this cd, I would say it's definetly not what I expected. We are all use to they're catchy head banging rock melody from the first cd, but in this cd I fell asleep just out of straight boredom just listening to the melody. Now the reason I gave them a two stars is maybe one or two songs that are decently good other than that I give 1 star to all the other songs. If you are looking for the band that has replaced Crossfade look up Evans Blue you won't be disappointed.

I personally thought the CD was a lot better than many of these reviewers are giving it credit for. The song Invincible is incredible and so is Drown You Out. I think maybe you should listen to the whole CD first and then make a judgment. :)