It seems a little clichéd to label an album 'emo' these days but here is an emo rock/ math rock album that is a staple for any music library. Released in 1999, this self-titled LP was their debut and also their last before their breakup shortly thereafter. Filled with raw emotion that any teenager can relate to and reinforced with a restrained and precise musicianship that merges seamlessly the shuffling time signatures and fractured guitar patterns as if it was any old 4/4 rock track. The constantly flowing teardrop guitars sound like what you would get if you took a 45rpm 'Smiths LP and played it at 33 instead; there's a certain emotion and atmosphere captured here that can be revisited time and time again, and is successful not only on its lyrical flawlessness but the extended instrumental patterns that build and build to such beautiful harmonic resolves. This is genuinely a classic album and one that anyone can enjoy and relate to, one to keep on the record shelf for a rainy day, a soundtrack to your memories. Give it a listen:
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