WITHER: Breakthrough

Wither

Breakthrough

© 2004 Dark Reflections Music/ Wither (800828227821)

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Breakthrough is Wither's 2nd album, and finds them exploring a style of gothic metal that is willing to both create dark moods and rock out. the lyrics are actually very upbeat...Wither is very melodic and the songs are written with an emphasis on clear

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Wither is a struggle against the dark realizations that seemed to come more and more the further we move away from our childhoods. It was the way in which it's members delt with the typical tendency to become obsessed with life's negativity. They found a certain pride in their sorrow and the will to create something musical that came with it, and when it was okay to be sad, happiness was possible. Wither is a band, a brotherhood, a shared desire to create something extra-ordinary through music. Years of evolution, experimentation and soul searching has led these 5 musicians to a sound that takes progressive rock and metal power and combines it with striking melodies and a gothic edge. It draws inspiration from such varied bands as A Perfect Circle, Evanescence, Type O Negative, Dead Can Dance, My Dying Bride, The Cure, Pink Floyd and Iron Maiden, but burns with a passion all its own.

Wither sticks out, refreshingly different in the modern world of heavy music. While many bands in this genre put the focus on intensity or aggression, Wither focuses on delivering strong melodic vocals and profound lyrics framed by music that has hook, power, elegance and beauty. While it may not seem such a revolutionary idea, in the testosterone driven world of metal, elegance, to say nothing of beauty are rarely pursued so actively. Can metal be something more than its tendency, and often self proclaimed goal of pounding the listener into submission or out the door? Can a metal band possess a certain classiness? From a willingness to leave their distortion behind when the moment calls for it, to their tasteful and sparing use of guitar solos, and lyrics nearly devoid of profanity and degradation, Wither is proving it, show by show, and on their newest release, "Breakthrough".

"Breakthrough" is the realization of a vastly different approach that gave birth to this band and its unmistakable sound. Many of Withers songs possess a purposed simplicity which allow the dual vocals of brothers Keith and Jeff Edelman to take center stage. This willingness to keep things simple (or sensitive) for the sake of the music has made them accessible to many who normally avoid metal or hard rock. At the same time, their habit for experimentation, progressive song structures, and the gothic imagery the band brings to stage have attracted the interest of those with a taste for something left of the norm.

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  • Quality Music that Breathes Life
    author: AS I AM- Byron

    There hasn't been an album by any band in years that I can sit through it's entirety, not till Wither's Breakthrough. I work long hours by myslef an I can sit in listen to this entire album while getting lost in the music an lyrics of this album. It all ties in together beautifully musically.

  • Incredible simply incredible
    author: Gabriel Fawkes

    The music tough dark in tone is very soothing to those whom it touches that cord in their heart. My personal fav is Malkuth, I had a variety of images going through my head.

  • Beautifully Awesome!
    author: Zentaji Starblade

    This album has to be one of the greatest things I've ever had the pleasure of listening to. From beginning to end, all of the songs are masterfully done, full of originality and glorious sound. Even if metal's not your thing, this CD will leave you satisfied time after time.

  • WOW
    author: Richard

    Wow i have to buy this cd it's so good best music i have ever heard don't stop.

  • Hotter then Hot cakes =D
    author: Da Treva

    My only regret, is not hearing about this band sooner. -Still itching to get a cd of Breakthrough-

  • Excellent!
    author: Zooeybabe

    I love their sound. I feature them regularly on our station, found here - www.sheah_stewpidity.com I highly recommend this cd!!

  • Regrets are lond and dark
    author: Eric

    The lyrics brought tears to my eyes. The music seemed to come from the very soul and heart. All in all great work guys.

  • OMG -drool-
    author: Glacial Rage

    The songs the lyrics the beat, all are the cradle to the grave of my soul. Mmmmm delicious ladies and gentlemen.

  • um.... best ever >.>
    author: Shiyura

    I really like all the songs but my most favorite is Human Condition, really awsome and im begging my parents to get brakethough heh. the album kicks some sweet ass ^^

  • Great Band, Great album.
    author: Driven_out

    Very tatlented band. Songs are heavy, but sophisticated, fast, but delightfully soft too. Audio quality and mixing is excellent too.

  • I love this Cd
    author: Ellie

    I love this album, the cd has great songs. My favorite is 1 4 and 10 I love those songs I listen to it practically everyday...

  • Music from the soul!!!
    author: Mike Mariotti - Voodoo Temple

    Congratulations on an excellent 2nd album!! Muse and Human Condition are my two favorites. You guys are a band full of talent and creativity. Dont ever stop writing music. Best of luck! Mike

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