Dark is the Way Light is a Place by Anberlin (Album Review)

Have you ever gotten your ass kicked and loved every minute of it? Well, this album is kind of like that.

In a press release when lead singer Stephen Christian was asked what he thought the impact of the album would be, he replied, "I feel like we're on the brink of something... either world domination or destruction, but either way we're on the brink."


How about both. My world was dominated and then destroyed.  


I cant really compare this album to any of their past albums. The closest thing to it is their most recent album New Surrender, but even then it is like comparing a soy burger to a double angus beef burger. And this album is definitely 100% angus beef.


The album starts off with a punch right in the jaw with "We Owe This To Ourselves," a fast paced old fashioned punk anthem. The album then continues with a knee to the groin with "Impossible." A song that will be climbing the charts very soon in my opinion.


The rest of the album jabs at your stomach with harsh lyrics like "because of you, I'll never write another love song," "who needs enemies when we got friends like you," and "tie my hands before i burn this town."


Not to mention my favorite song on the album "Pray Tell" with lyrics that will make you cry, but a beat that will make you want to get up and dance (I refrained for the safety of myself and those around me).


The last song "Depraved" is a five minute 25 second knockout punch that will leave you on the floor in your own sweat and blood satisfied and wanting more.


My only complaint is that the album is only 10 tracks. Come on Anberlin! After those songs I want more!!! You big tease! Do I really have to wait until your next album to hear more!? I want it now! I am addicted!


I would get more in-depth with the review but this is an album that you really have to hear to understand the power behind it.


The album released officially today and you can buy it on itunes, best buy, and local retailers. Best buy is having a special  package right now and today only amazon is offering the album for only $3.99!


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