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Not even a little disappointed

Timothy S. Ward Jr. | Mildenhall, England | 04/02/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

""Tomorrow Comes Today was a great album but this album - "Misery Index" - seems a more fitting follow-up to "Before the Eulogy". If you've been a fan since the beginning then there's no reason to be disappointed with this release. Unless of course you're the type that writes negative reviews because for some odd reason you expected the exact same album as before with the same composition, simply different song names; appreciate a band's evolution."

Another great release from BSF!

Not Your Concern | Best Coast | 03/23/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Old and new fans alike: simply listen to track #1. Then buy the album.



I'm always impressed when bands retain a consistent sound while still "evolving" (which usually means watering down their sound). BSF has done this. Some melodic, some intensity, and this time around some horns just for good measure.



A sound that is still fresh, still fun, still making a statement and still rocking.



Buy it."

"Misery" Loves My Stereo.

Yasashii | USA | 04/05/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"One thing I've always looked for in a band or artist is an evolving sound. I don't want to listen to the same songs rehashed again and again that start leaving a stale flavor like old fishsticks. Fortunately, BSF doesn't disappoint.



"Misery Index" is really a great composition of vocals, lyrics, and smashing guitars and beats. It does sound slightly disjointed, but that's what keeps the listener interested. They tried a lot of new sounds instead of the now generally accepted "scream until their ears bleed" routine.



For fans who enjoy the hardcore political scream ballads of past albums, this may be a bit difficult for you to get into. Granted, screaming is present in a few tracks ("So Long and Thanks for the Crutches" and "Final Communique"), but "Misery Index" seems to be centered around helplessness, hope and anguish rather than explosive outrage. This is an album comprised of songs that make you want to sing along (and you actually can!) because your feelings really connect with the beautiful vocals.



I have always enjoyed BSF's unique style, and this new edition to the collection really rounds out their abilities. It's been living and breathing in my cd player since I bought it. Excellent work. Go. Buy it. It's worth every penny."