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| Chapter VII: Hope and Sorrow | 
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| Artist: Sevendust
Label: Asylum Records
Category: Music
List Price: $18.98
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Avg. Customer Rating:  40 reviews
Sales Rank: 13268
Format: Explicit Lyrics
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 4.9 x 0.4
MPN: 429692
UPC: 075597994513
EAN: 0075597994513
ASIN: B0013K1ALY
Release Date: April 1, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
Frequency doesn't compromise supremecy May 3, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
With such a short space of time elapsing between the release of Sevendust's last album Alpha and the new offering Chapter VII, you'd be forgiven for approaching this release without any great expectation. You could attribute to loyal fans like myself not being able to build any great hunger or appetite so soon after gorging ourselves on the superb Alpha. I'm all too pleased to report that the new album really hits harder than Jo Dimaggio and leaves you begging for more. 'Inside' gradually rises the album from the ground like a hungover kodiak bear waking from slumber. The slow synthesised introduction subtely introduces the opening riff that is so senonymous with Sevendust. The aggitated riff and machine gun driven drums explode the album into life and you've gone from stationary to super sonic in a matter of seconds. The consistancy of the album is sublime and every track gives the impression that the band are trying to fashion a more artistic and sophisticated aura to their sound. Although this approach only adds to the layers of the already dynamic sound, it does take away the instant impact of some of the songs included here. The most impatient of fans would be stretching a digit to the right hand arrow of their remotes before they've sunk their teeth into the whole flavour of each song. Other notable features of this album are guest appearances from one man marketing dream Chris Daughtry on 'Fear.' Daughtry's voice is once again smoother than a cashmere codpiece and fuses perfectly with the more unique and tasty vocal of Lajon Wetherspoon. Monster vocal talent Miles Kennedy joins the bandwagon on 'Sorrow.' Although we're not spoiled with the full range of his haunting vocal range that is so prominant with Alter Bridge, his vocals dance with Lajon's effortlessly in this emotion soaked song. In summary, the album is a solid and slightly experiental offering from Sevendust. There is more variety to this album than has been previously served on previous album platters. The transition between songs is seemless and will satisfy the appetite of any expectant Sevendust fan. The only major disappointment that I would voice is the lifeless and meaningless cover design that would fail to inspire even the most indulgent art buff! With the imminent return of original guitarist Client Lowery in place of Sonny Mayo, one can only assume that white hot Sevendust melting pot with be stirred once again very soon for yet another helping.
 great sevendust cd April 1, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
sevendust's 7th cd is what you would expect from them... great. i havent heard the entire cd yet but most of it and all of the songs are good. no real standouts but the are all solid tracks. my favorites are inside, the past and walk away. a great buy for any sevendust fan. considering this cd was released a year after alpha its really amazing how good it is. i look forward to the next cd from this great band
A creative, solid rock album April 1, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Sevendust have expanded their boundaries, but still retain their original sound and continue to impress their loyal fans. This album adds a few new elements; namely a few collaborations with top-notch voices (Daughtry, Myles Kennedy) and an accomplished solo guitarist (Mark Tremonti). The music itself sounds a bit more creative, and even their drummer Morgan Rose has mentioned that they didn't stick to a basic "formula" when writing the songs.
"Inside" picks off right where Alpha left off with its firepower and chugging verse riffs, but the album goes in a different direction over the course of the next several tracks. "Hope" is a slow starter with a climactic blazing solo thanks to Mark Tremonti. "The Past" (ft. Chris Daughtry), showcases both Lajon and Daughtry's vocal ranges, supported by a well-written acoustic riff. Its catchy chorus hints that it may become a hit single. "Prodigal Son", the albums first single, is a more traditional sounding Sevendust tune.
Some fans have accused the band of "selling out" after working with Chris Daughtry. For those who have followed Sevendust over their career, they know that "selling out" is the last thing this band has in mind.
Great album first Sevendust mixed with Seasons!!! April 4, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is a great album. Every Sevendust album is a new adventure. Its seems every time they throw in something a little bit different. The production in this album is awesome, for the guys to be doing it on their own is amazing. Some other reviews talk about how fast it came out. Well one reason is with your own record label you can do that. I believe a lot of heart and soul has gone into this album. From the ripping guitar riffs to Lajon's singing completely an A plus. They've stuck to their heavy roots and with Lajon's soulful vocals. Sevendust has once again left me wanting more and thinking whats to come next.
An Awesome Heavy Rock Album April 12, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Sevendust does a great job connecting songs together with little interludes. They crush you with the killer opening song inside. Even the song with Daughtry "The Past" is surprisingly uplifting. Sevendust just rocks in a time when nothing really rockin is coming out on CD. Great for working out or driving in your vehicle. It just rocks and that's all we can ask for.
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