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Trustkill's new band is something special

LeftManOut | TheCityThatNeverSleeps, FL | 12/31/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"When Trustkill announced the signing of New York emo-rock band Roses are Red, it was something very surprising. I hoped to see them step outside that hardcore/metalcore box that they had drawn and continue to sign diverse bands. I hoped Roses are Red would be the first to cross the barrier. Their full length "Conversations" is a blast of melodic rock, emo and hardcore rolled into a tight, well-sounding package. They don't sound anything like the other bands on Trustkill which is very refreshing, because TK has developed what a lot of people like to call the "Trustkill Sound" and Roses are Red totally destroy that reputation.



Opening with "White and Gold", Roses are Red lays out what they have. If you hate the first song, you're going to hate the record. If you like it, chances are this album is for you. Melodies and rich guitar sounds are layered, as well as the occasional scream that seems to be in there. Another I really love about RAR is their effective use of the keyboard. The keyboard can be very overused by a lot of bands, but RAR knows when and where to use it, like on the song "Oceans". No acoustic songs manage to sneek their way in here, which is surprising and refreshing. There is one interlude, the sixth track "12-34", which actually is not out of place on here. It sounds good. Songs like "I apologize" and "Silver Linings" are upbeat emo-punk anthems, while "You and me both" and "Conversations" are just about the best emo-core you're gonna get. "Conversations" even has a breakdown at the end. RAR can do it all. It's nice that the album can take so many different tones while still sounding like Roses are Red. If you're a fan of hardcore, punk, emo or rock, chances are you're going to find something you like on here.



Roses are Red are also awesome live, as they really go off. Vince is also a really cool guy. My friend kyle and I got to say a quick word to him at the recent Boys Nigh Out show and he was very cool. Buy this cd, and then go catch these guys live. They need all the support they can get, so don't be the guy who doesn't support them. Jump on board for emo-rock's newest, greatest band."

Short but sweet

Brent | Plano TX | 03/25/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Okay, this is a short review and it is 3 questions:



1. Do you like Screamo?

2. Do you like an amazing live show?

3. Are you human?



If the answers to any of these questions are yes, then you must buy this album. It's probably one of the most touching and intricate, as well as technically advanced albums in screamo. Trustkill had the right idea when they signed these guys..."

Good CD, and they were awesome live

Ich | Pennsylvania, the blue states | 05/15/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I bought this CD from their guitarist at their table at Championship, and got some of the guys to sign it. They're cool and humble guys, the CD is good, and they put on an awesome performance. I like the CD a lot; I'm not sure too much else what to say that can't be covered by listening to the sound samples on purevolume. See them live, and then buy the CD at the venue. Don't just get it from Amazon if you can get it signed. They're a great live band."