It's hard to believe they're only 23...
Benjamin J. Hooton-bartlett | Florida | 03/18/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"One can wonder just how far a band can go with their music. And most of those times, the answer is not far, but far enough to make a few decent records. Some musicians don't even make it to that level. Cave-In is very different than most, if not all musicians today (with some exceptions). They are young, and have already accomplished the art making great music. In their metal days, there was the classic "Until Your Heart Stops" and when they broke off the metal scene into the space rock category they created the classic "Jupiter". Many doubted they could ever make such an impact in that particular genre of rock again, or just make another album nearly as good. But with the release of "Antenna" they have done just that. Even though "Antenna" and "Jupiter" differ, they still have the same energy they had then. And their musicianship is even tighter and more mature.Antenna plain rocks. It sounds as though it was crafted with instruments made from natural elements. The guitars are so crisp and rich with riffs that produce vivid imagery of such things as rain, waves crashing and waterfalls pouring down a mountain side. It's really nice to hear, whether soothing (like in "Beautiful Son") or just plain rock ("Inspire"). The drums sounds like soil. Pounding and deep, driving. When you hear them, it gets into your soul and moves you. The bass sounds like the wind blowing by, it's subtle but apparent, and keeps the sounds and harmonies going. And then, then there is Stephen Brodsky. The man is talented. And that, is an understatement. His vocals paint the pictures the instruments create. His lyrics are intelligent and rich with imagery, just like the music. And he can sing so well, I'd argue that even without instruments pushing the songs, his vocals alone could drive the band.When it all comes down to it, you have to ask? Is it really worth a 5-star rating? And without even pausing, I can say "yes". It's worth the money. It's worth more than money."
ANTENNA!!!...
Ryan | NY, USA | 03/26/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Ok well i head this cd a bit before it was actually released... im sorry cave in!, but of course i payed for it once it came out, with the dvd i might add. and now i can say that i never stop listening to it. "stained sliver" opens the song with a blast of energy, and then keeps it going with "inspire", then as "joy oppsites" gets you really in the mood to make out, you get into "anchor", when you just get all angry about all the things wrong in the world, and on and on. the best songs on this amazing cd were really hard to choose, but i summed up that "youth overrided", "woodwork", and"rubber and glue"
( bigger riff ) are the songs that keep me going. im really dissapointed that they didnt put the song " day trader " on the cd and only on the dvd, cause in my opinion its just amazing. anyways. cave in has made an amazing amazing album, and everyone should own this."
Lift Off
A. Kohler | Louisville, KY | 03/19/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Wow. This review will be split into two parts...the top for those who have never heard Cave In before or have very very little exposure. The review on the bottom is for those of us who already know how amazing this band truly is...I would describe the sound of Cave In as spacey rock and roll. On this album, they don't seem to utilize strange guitar noises and effects nearly as much as on Jupiter, they just rock out. The rocking out is evident right from the get go, with "Stained Silver" (one of my favorite Cave In songs) and Inspire, followed by a more mellow "Joy Opposites" and the first single "Anchor". There are the softer and varied moments though, which begin with track 5, "Beautiful Son". Tracks 5 and 6 will be a stretch for new listeners, but listening to them will be truly rewarding. Beautiful is the only word that comes to mind, and you will be in awe after the epic "Seafrost". After 5 and 6 comes the strong and rocking "Rubber and Glue", which starts off a surprisingly better than the first half second half (that doesn't make much sense). Basiclly, the second half of this disc is more varied and displays the true talent and song writing ability Cave In posses. The first half just rocks out, but contains those hooks that seem to follow the band in whatever they write. This album is a little rough to be commercial, and a little commercial to be indie. If you ask me, this is exactly what the music industry needs, an amazing rock band with ACTUAL TALENT that can PLAY AND WRITE CLASSIC SONGS...BY THEMSELVES! WOW! But seriously, go buy this album, it's great. And if you like this then get Jupiter (a heavier and more experimental/spacey record) and Tides of Tomorrow (much more subbdued, but very very good, I love it).Alright, for those of you that know who Cave In are, you know they rock and you know you need to buy this. It's Jupiter and Tides of Tomorrow mixed together to form a perfect blend of heavy rocking out and mellow spacey stuff. Probably some of their best work, if not the best. If you still say they should be hardcore, I agree partially, cause that stuff was wicked good...but people change, and so does music, and this is very very good, even though it might be different from what you listen to or are used to. If you actually open your mind and give this a try, and still don't like it, then you can criticise them all you want...but just be sure to give them the respect they deserve. Cave In changed their sound because they wanted to, and they have continued to write and play great music. And that's what matters, they like it, and it is good. So if you like Jupiter and or Tides of Tomorrow (and Creative Eclipses, I seem to leave that one out...) but this album, it's great. I love it."
Track Listings (12) - Disc #1