Search - Myriad :: You Can't Trust a Ladder

If you have any taste, you'll like this CD

Alex Plefka | Sacramento, CA | 06/25/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"The Myriad have done their homework and figured out the perfect formula for how to create an awesome CD. The first track wastes no time in grabbing your attention and letting you rock out completely, and you're hooked for the next 38 minutes. With a sound that is a hybrid of Radiohead, Muse, Lostprophets, and even Deftones on one track, The Myriad have very effectively fused together raw rock with great production. While this debut may have just been released, one can only hope that sophomore followup album isn't far behind. If the band is coming to a town near you, I highly recommend checking them out, as well as adding them to your MySpace if you have one. They treat their fans great and while the chances of them making it big are high, they haven't lost touch with reality one bit (Heck, the thank you section of the liners probably takes up the most space of anything in there!).



Bottom line: If you're looking for a new favorite band and are into Radiohead, Muse, Lostprophets, Snow Patrol, or any band with that style, buy this CD and give The Myriad a shot; chances are the only regret you'll have afterward is that there aren't anymore songs to listen to."

Like the first taste of mead after battle...

Jamie L. Purdy | Sacramento, CA USA | 06/22/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This, the first full length, record-label sanctioned album by the lovely boys in the Myriad is indeed like the first taste of honey mead after a long, hard fought battle with broad swords, maces, and battle axes: It is a cool, sweet, refreshing draught of sound amid all the cookie-cutter bands/albums that are such the rage at present.



This is truly a fantastic, unique album. "You Can't Trust a Ladder" is a perfect blend of arty, edgy rock cool and deliciously melodic, poppy song writing. The album sucks you in immediately with a great rocker (and my personal favorite on the record)..."Stretched Over". The vocal melodie is absolutely infectious. The album then continues with great song after great song, all containing wonderfully intelligent lyrics and catchy melodies. There are swanky, dancy pop-rock songs like "Perfect Obligation," beautiful vibey songs with haunting bakcground vocals like "A New Language," energy-filled rockers like "Godray," and epic-like builders like the closing track "We Will Be Disappointed Together."



The album is filled with great instrumental colors, and the musicianship is of the highest quality. Plus, they use a cello bow on the guitar, which earns them massive cool points. And one song is intro'd by a 30 second vibraphone track....more cool points. The album is produced by the great Aaron Marsh of Copeland fame, who also provides some beautiful background vocals on a number of tracks (just listen to the bgv's on "A New Language" and try not to swoon with delight....). In conclusion, this album is a must have. Purchase it now, or risk the wrath of a slighted scimitar-weilding warrior."

Don't Miss Debut

Jonathan H. Bolden | Atlanta, GA | 06/16/2005

(4 out of 5 stars)

"The Myriad show the ability to tackle a broad array of sounds and musical styles. At one moment, they deliver music to kick back to on a cold winter day with such tunes as "The Last Time". The next, they show a definitive pop flair for perfect driving down the road music with "perfect obligation". Finally, they drive home quality rock with "stretched over" and "we will be disappointed". Many compare them to such as muse, snow patrol, interpol, and jimmy eat world - all of which I enjoy. But I beg to differ that the Myriad intertwines the best of all worlds to chart their own unique sound - a sound that will be worth following as it develops from this solid, don't miss debut."