Cities

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Call it a classic
Because that is what "Cities" is for Anberlin from start to finish. This being there third full length CD. I really enjoyed "Blueprints" and "Never Take Friendship Personal". But on this release it feels like the guys are stepping up their game even more (didnt think it was possible either). The cd starts out with an intro in "debut" its cool for what it is. It calms you and gets you set for the songs set to bring the fire to your mind. It does just that with "Godspeed" it brings the pace right from the beginning and doesnt let up at all. Check out the video as well it is well done and goes along well with the song itself. Next comes "Adelaide" with a catchy chorus and well written lyrics. It easily gets many plays in the stereo. "A Whisper and a Clamor" follows that pretty much hits you hard and doesnt try to quit. It goes without saying the lyrics again really bring out the song. "Unwinding Cable Car" slows down the pace a bit but the effect is still felt throughout. "There Is No Math.." love it the song has a interesting mix to it with the guitars and various instruments. It all works nicely. Then they drop "Hello Alone" one of my favorite songs on the cd. "Is anybody out there" it starts off and the vocals have a haunting effect to them. Its a slow song but i find myself repeating it once the song is over. I'm just feeling everything about the song. Anberlin do their thing on the song, once again. After that "Alexithymia" which translates to "without words for emotions". I had to find out what it meant cause i've enjoyed the song for the longest. It has a deeper meaning than i knew and is worth researching for anyone that wonders as well. It has to do with certain people being unable to express emotions (not a quote of course). Needless to say its another Anberlin song that doesnt get skipped. "Reclusion" after that follows it up some more of what you need. Anberlin on the vocals and everything else is on point. "Inevitable" loved this one from the start another slower themed song. But it doesnt disappoint either. Take a listen or two to get the full effect of the song if need be. However they come up with the lyrics keep doing it because it is a huge success. "Dismantle/Repair" is to me the song that gets me whenever i'm conflicted or down about something. Basically it takes apart how your feeling and puts it out there. Then repairs it i know sounds like it doesnt make sense. But a listen or two to this song and you'll think differently. Its a hard, edgy, faster paced song that wont be ignored. *Fin comes after that, its just wonderful to hear something this soothing and comforting. It clocks in at over eight minutes itself with a certain part that has this nice children's voice/choir in there. You feel this song like you might not normally feel a song. Love it There are three songs that come after "Uncanny". They are two covers also being "There Is A Light That Never Goes Out" and "The Promise". I found myself really enjoying the first two (Uncanny/There Is A Light) on the first or second listen. "The Promise" took me a bit longer to get into. I'm still not totally into it. But its cool as far as cover songs go, in closing. Anberlin does an outstanding job of keeping what got them where they are and also adding some new elements in at once. It makes for an all around wonderful music experience and i'm glad to be a part of this Anberlin experience. I look forward to the future with the group for years to come. You guys rock!!

Not The Best
I got this album and thought it was going to awsome. I was very disappointed by it. It doesn't compare at all to Blueprints for the Black Market or Never Take Friendship Personal. If you're going to get any of Anberlin's albums, buy the earlier stuff. It will hold your attention better.

Their Sergant Peppers
As many say a band's third album is their most mature and best work. Anberlin is no different. The first two albums were amazing. The third album is phenominal. Perhaps it is because they have been playing together so long and Christian from Acceptance joined the band. Cities is not one you will want to pass by.

Anberlin - Cities
Cities is one of the most amazing albums i've ever heard. Stephen Christian took his vocals to the next level on this one. I believe the songs "Hello, Alone" and "DismantleRepair" show this the best. Cities is the album all hardcore Anberlin fans have been waiting for. Anberlin is the FUTURE of music.

WORTH THE BUY!
So I bought this CD because, like most who have heard their first album, I love Anberlin. The only negative I can say about this CD is that a few of the songs sound alot like songs on their 1st album. Still though, definatly worth the buy! Oh, and see them in concert if you get a chance. AMAZING energy!!