Killswitch Engage

Artist: Killswitch Engage
Label: Roadrunner Int'l
Category: Music

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Format: Original recording remastered
Media: Audio CD
Number Of Discs: 2

UPC: 016861828622
EAN: 0016861828622
ASIN: B0006VYF6S

Release Date: 2005-04-26

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Tracks:

Temple From Within
Vide Infra
Irreversal
Rusted Embrace
Prelude (Killswitch Engage)
Soilborn
Numb Sickened
In The Unblind
One Last Sunset
Prelude (1999 Demo Version)
Soilborn (1999 Demo Version)
Vide Infra (1999 Demo Version)
In The Unblind (1999 Demo Version)

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Customer Reviews:

great cd.......2006-07-02

this cd is great especially the the 4 bounus tracks its the old artist but i think its the same qaulity as the new artists its a great cd to get.

not worth $33 but still a great cd.......2006-04-28

it may not be worth the extra money just to get some songs you already own, but they sound a HELL of a lot better than the originals.

and to those who claim they've "sold out", shut up and listen to something else. this was a great cd before, but the production values are very poor, and they made a great choice to fix it up and re-release it.

NOTE: I don't know if Amazon will delete this or not, but I went to Circuit City (a local electronic store for those of you who don't have one, check Best Buy) and this CD is $12.99. No clue why it's so much on here, maybe because it's considered an import?

good but not great.......2006-02-13

Gave this a 3 because of the music, the vocals give it a minus 2 since they actually distract from the awesome music.

This was a good starting album but it just misses melody. the music is kick ass the entire way threw, now take away the vocals and you have a great instrumental album but the vocals leave you wanting something you can understand, it's like listening to someone gasp for air and then spitting on a microphone for an hour. hey if you're into that then by all means go spend $15 on it but if you want something with some melody and alot better vocalist get "The End of Heartache". Such a great improvement not only vocally but also musically, they made the perfect decision getting the new singer, not only can you understand the new singer when he's screaming his lungs out but his voice during melodic parts is great.

A Humble Debut, But The Best Was Yet To Come.......2005-11-14

There's many different things about Killswitch Engage's debut self titled album that make it special. Before KSE, there weren't many bands playing what is now being labeled as "metalcore". Even with its rough edges, the band's self titled debut is a crushing piece of melodic hardcore, melded with technical metal aspects, and genuine energy and emotion. When it was released in 2000 this album immediately established KSE as a top player in not only the hardcore scene, but the metal scene as well, and it's easy to see why. It's true that the best was yet to come for the band, but this disc is a great way to take a trip into the band's past and see how much they have grown since their beginnings. The re-release is a remastered edition of the debut, with their original 4 song demo which got them signed with Ferret included. If you never owned the album to begin with, you're getting a great deal for your money, so it's a recommended purchase.

In early 2000 the idea of fusing the technical aspects of metal, most notably Gothenburg influenced riffs and blast beats, with the emotion and breakdowns of hardcore was unheard of. Despite this fact KSE came together to produce a truly influential album, especially for its time. There are some things about the cd that are slight drawbacks, like Adam at the time playing drums, and Joel being the only guitar, or the rough production, but to a true fan this makes the listen even more worthy. What's funny is the band still sounds as powerful as they did on their monsterous second album "Alive, Or Just Breathing". Leading off with "Temple From The Within", KSE quickly established their sound and Jesse's vocal persona, and let you know they mean business. While you would think that the fact of Joel being the only guitarist might show, he does his best to pull off both guitars on the recording, and its worth noting the clever riffs he strings together on pieces like "Vide Infra" and "In The Unblind". Jesse's voice is not nearly as polished as it was on AOJB, at it really adds a new dimension to the music. His screams are furious, sounding like a victim in pain, and his melodic singing is a wonderful surprise to the ears, especially since it's not overly done (mind you this is before the days when every single band wanted to sing and scream). Pieces like "Irreversal" (the album's best track) and "Soilborn" show that these guys, even at a young age, were capable of making amazing music which blended the best pieces of all genres. Also notice the melodic breaks in songs like "Irreversal", which have beautiful harmonies and even acoustic guitar, something which has been done by almost every band in the hardcore world today. Even the interludes on the album, "Prelude" and "One Last Sunset" are warrants listens because they're not just your standard album filler. Jesse's lyrics were extremely insightful as well, and songs like "Temple From The Within" and "Irreversal" show how capable of a writer he was. There's really no weak points in the album, which is its most notable aspect. If you love Killswitch Engage, you're going to love this album. Highlights include: "Temple From The Within", "Irreversal", and "Soilborn".

If you buy the re-edition, then you get not only the original self titled album in an even crisper, louder tone that it was originally released in, but you also get KSE's original four song demo. Now the big question is going to be, "well should I buy this if I already own the original?", and to that question I would have to answer no. While the demo songs are a nice touch to the album, they're just songs you have already heard, because all are found on the album. It's nice to hear how the band sounded right after they had formed, but unless you're a diehard fan there's probably not going to be any interest for you. However if don't already own the original, I would advise you to pick up this version, as you're getting far better quality and some extras.

I love listening to this album because I remember how many countless times it took 32:15 out of my life in the past. If you're a fan of the band, then there's no reason not to own this album. The best aspects of Killswitch Engage were already in place, and would only be further expanded upon for their next mammoth release "Alive Or Just Breathing." If you're just getting into the band I would recommend starting with AOJB, and then "The End Of Heartache" and then this one. Oh and don't pay $33.00 for it. There's plenty of places (including the band's own website) selling it for around $10.00, so if you get ripped off, there's no excuse. While it has its rough spots, this is still one of the best metalcore records that has ever been released, and it has become a truly influential record in both the hardcore and metal worlds. Pick it up today and see where the legacy started.

Stop Moaning!.......2005-06-13

Why is everyone moaning? Killswitch Engage have NOT sold out, just because they have re-released and album. They re-released it beacause they were unhappy with the quality of the original. If they WERE sell-outs, they would just release the their debut again, without 4 demoes AND a Ferret music cd. Just because they are becoming more successful after the release of 'The End Of Heartache', thanks to Kerrang! playing 'Rose Of Sharyn' because it is a excellent song, and the lead single for 'Resident Evil: Apocalypse'. Personally, the best album they have released was 'Alive... Or Just Breathing?', and there are very few contenders of Jesse's vocals (Melodic singing on 'My Last Serenade' to Death metal screaming on 'To The Sons Of Man'). So, in conclusion, stop moaning about the cd, and try and see WHY they re-released it.

Music CD:

Music CD

Music CD

Music CD

P.J. Hernon ~ P.J. Hernon

Speak of the Devil ~ Ozzy Osbourne

Extended Versions ~ Tesla

Champion Hand Drum Songs ~ Various Artists

Autumn Yearning Fantasia

Percussions Rituelles Malbars ~ Various Artists

Wie the Shoes Past/Let the Shoes Shine In ~ Shoes

Les Demoiselles De Rochefort

Sentimental Prelude ~ Original Game Soundtrack

From the Witchwood ~ The Strawbs