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 | Title : 14 Shades of Grey (with Limited Edition Bonus DVD)
Author : Staind
Release Date : 20030520
Binding : Audio CD
Regular Price : $18.98
Amazon.com Price : $13.49
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Editorial Reviews :
The Beatles had the White Album, Metallica, a black album, and now Staind has its gray album. While lumped in with the often indistinguishable nu metal crowd, Staind stands out, thanks in part to memorable ballads, such as the pained and beautiful 'It's Been A While' and 'Epiphany' from the quartet's 2001 breakthrough Break the Cycle. Their latest represents a natural progression; realizing the commercial potential of the poignant but heavy rock ballad, they've penned a slew of them. The light and cheery 'How About You' is radio-ready, while the layered, string-backed 'So Far Away,' and honest and grateful musing on success, is another get-out-the lighters showcase for singer Aaron Lewis. Lewis's beautiful ode for his baby, 'Zoe Jane,' a tribute to late Alice in Chains vocalist Layne Staley ('Layne,' which intentionally and effectively cops Alice's signature sound), and the grandiose thank-you note 'Intro' are more strong, overtly introspective entries in Lewis' sometimes mushy, sometimes touching CD diary. --Katherine Turman
Buyer Reviews :
Tormented had a few songs I liked. Dysfunction was a heavy/depressing album that you could play through and have the same feeling for. Very consistent. Break The Cycle was even more depressing, which was a good thing. If a person couldn't relate to every single song on BTC, then I'm not sure they have feelings. Amazing CD. And now we have 14 Shades of Grey, which I have had for about 5 days now and have been listening to nonstop. This CD, like the 2 before it, is just BRILLIANT. Again, like the previous 2, brings out certain emotions inside you. It's just beautiful music. Aaron has the best voice in rock today, by far. Nobody comes close. I'm going to put down my thoughts on each song, and none of that 10/10 garbage I see on here so much. They're all 10's, read on..
Price To Play - First single I'm sure everyone has heard. This is a nice hard rock song that also has a great message. There's a price for everything you do in life.
How About You - This song you can tell is not going to be heavy. It's basically about being yourself.
So Far Away - By far, THE best song on the CD. It has a certain sound to it and the lyrics are brilliant. It is depressing in a happy upbeat kind of way. It could make me cry every time. I love it. This song should be the next single.
Yesterday - Starts out a bit heavier. This song is about living for today. Great chorus.
Fray - This song sort of reminds me of a BTC style song... I don't know why. It isn't very upbeat like some of the rest.
Zoe Jane - Definitely the sofest song on the CD. Beautiful song about his daughter.
Fill Me Up - Somewhat heavy love song. I like it.
Layne - Song about Layne Stanley. Could be the next single. It's a very good song.
Falling Down - This song has a certain catch to it. It's about being very high up in life, and having to come down. Nice message.
Reality - This is one of my favorites. It's another dark song. I love the depressing ones.
Tonight - Also one of my favorites. This one is rather sad too.
Could It Be - This song starts off a bit different than your typical Staind song. Sort of has a happy tune to it. Very good song, though.
Blow Away - Longest song on CD. Pretty dark song. It's very god, though.
Intro - Nice name for the final song on CD. It's a nice finisher. Aaron's voice sounds a bit distant.. But it works. Good way to close the album.
Dysfunction = Masterpiece.
Break The Cycle = Masterpiece.
14 Shades of Grey = Masterpiece.
I'm not suprised they pulled this off. Can't wait to see what's next from Staind. Thank you for another beautiful album.
(by Trav)
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