Search - Over It :: Silverstrand

A solid commercially appealing release

Frankenchrist | USA | 03/10/2005

(3 out of 5 stars)

"This Orange County outfit by way of Virginia have been together since the fall of 1998 and even though they are on the younger side with ages ranging from 20 to 23, their music may lead others to believe they are wise beyond their years. They have a sound that draws inspiration from bands like PENNYWISE and NAME TAKEN except maybe with less insincerity and certainly more maturity. What we have here is another take on rock driven popish punk with snappy beats and all-consuming infectious choruses that thankfully, don't sound too generic. Their sound and aura is primed for commercial appeal but they never let themselves get caught up in the void of being just another factory created pop punk band. Instead, they added some fierce grooves and anything but bland harmonies that feature heartrending guitarwork that descends and ascends to expansive heights and depths just before a grand chorus is introduced. These well thought out songs continue from track to track, which create a serious sense of continuity and fluidity. For once, it seems like a band took the time to write great songs in a genre that doesn't allow too much creativity."

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Aleksey Ziabko | Marlboro, NJ | 03/08/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Blending power/pop/punk

guitar driven rock with honest, heartfelt lyrics pouring out of every song, Silverstrand is an album many bands can only hope comes out as smooth.

From the "Intro" to "Partner in Crime," this album flows in your cd player as you uncontrollably avoid switching to the next song. Over It crafted "Shine," as a ballet that's going to leave you breathless while the fast paced "Ignore the Noise" will catch you dancing in your room. Diversity is

one element that makes this album phenomenal.

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This CD Is AWESOME

Fan of Annonymous | Honesdale, PA United States | 09/01/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"The songs on this cd make up for the bands that try to imitate and copy those other bands. This band has compassion for their fans and enjoy doing what they do. They even greet their fans and even sign autographs for them. I have had the priveledge of meeting them three times within the past year. Imaginary is the best song on this cd. Siren on the 101 is a quick second. But the songs on here are phenominal. BUY THIS CD."