Theory of a Deadman Album: “Theory of a Deadman [PA]”

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Theory Of A Deadman: Tyler Connolly (vocals, guitar); David Brenner (guitar); Dean Back (bass); Tim Hart (drums, background vocals). Additional personnel includes: Brian Larson (violin); Joshua Greenlaw (viola); Charles Inkman (cello); Robin Diaz, Danny Craig (drums). Recorded at Greenhouse Studios, Vancouver, British Columbia. Theory Of A Deadman: Tyler Connolly (vocals, guitar); David Brenner (guitar); Dean Back (bass); Tim Hart (drums, background vocals). Additional personnel includes: Brian Larson (violin); Joshua Greenlaw (viola); Charles Inkman (cello); Robin Diaz, Danny Craig (drums). Recorded at Greenhouse Studios, Vancouver, British Columbia. With their self-titled debut, Theory Of A Deadman became the flagship act for Nickelback's label 604. Another fringe benefit came by way of the SPIDERMAN soundtrack, where this Canadian quartet's "Invisible Man" not only appeared, but the band's guitarist Tyler Connolly was invited to team up with Nickelback frontman Chad Kroeger on the mega-hit "Hero." Kroeger further helped out by co-writing half of the material on Theory Of A Deadman's debut. In a quest to "appeal to 16-year-old girls as well as 35-year-old guys," Connolly steeps most of his subject matter in the muck and mire of love while tending a garden of crunchy riffs and pounding rhythms. Songs like "Nothing Could Come Between Us" and the chugging bittersweet "Point To Prove" switch from devotion to devastation on a dime while the squalling "What You Deserve" strikes a pose of defiance in the face of a flamed-out relationship. Aside from the introspective and anti-suicide "The Last Song," Theory Of A Deadman keeps it basic for fans looking for a fix between Nickelback and Creed albums. With their self-titled debut, Theory Of A Deadman became the flagship act for Nickelback's label 604. Another fringe benefit came by way of the SPIDERMAN soundtrack, where this Canadian quartet's "Invisible Man" not only appeared, but the band's guitarist Tyler Connolly was invited to team up with Nickelback frontman Chad Kroeger on the mega-hit "Hero." Kroeger further helped out by co-writing half of the material on Theory Of A Deadman's debut. In a quest to "appeal to 16-year-old girls as well as 35-year-old guys," Connolly steeps most of his subject matter in the muck and mire of love while tending a garden of crunchy riffs and pounding rhythms. Songs like "Nothing Could Come Between Us" and the chugging bittersweet "Point To Prove" switch from devotion to devastation on a dime while the squalling "What You Deserve" strikes a pose of defiance in the face of a flamed-out relationship. Aside from the introspective and anti-suicide "The Last Song," Theory Of A Deadman keeps it basic for fans looking for a fix between Nickelback and Creed albums.

I heard and saw these guys just a few days ago at their last show with Shinedown. It takes a lot for a live performance to get my hooked into a band (usually the instruments are louder than the singers...makes it hard to hear vocals) but these guys know what they're doing. From hard drivings songs like Invisible Man to the mellow Last Song, they've got a well rounded sound.

And as for the fact that Chad helped them out with a lot of their stuff....key work is COwrote people. Chad didn't do everything for them, he just helped them out. Yes they do have elements that sound like Nickelback. They also have their own sound, and are terricfic performers on stage.

I recommend it.

Attitude, hooks, and a healthy dose of bluesy guitar riffs add up to make this a classic, "must have" CD. Offering an assortment of straight ahead, in your face rock sounds such as "Invisible Man" (originally offered on the Spiderman soundtrack) as well as three ballads, the first release of Vancouver based Theory of a Deadman presents a complete package.

Rocker and first single "Nothing Could Come Between Us" offers up bluesy content with some excellent guitar work by lead singer and guitarist Tyler Connelly that sets the tone for much of the CD. "Make Up Your Mind", co-written by Chad Kroeger of Nickelback fame, is fairly predictable, however excellent vocals and appealing guitar work add a level of maturity often not found on debut work.

Perhaps one of the most interesting cuts is the haunting melody and lyrics of "Last Song", which intersperse strings and acoustic guitar with a chunky, Metallica sounding electric guitar and smooth vocal harmonies. This schizophrenic mix works to create one of the most memorable and outstanding songs in the band's repertoire.

The only disappointment to this CD is that there are only ten songs, and you'll be left wanting more.

I have seen this band personally, and they are the best band live ever. They are just full edge rockin and their heavy guitars bring the place down. The cd is well recorded and the lyrics are the best part, they make each song incredible. Connolly has been writing these songs all his life so these songs are well thought through. They do sound like nickelback, but thats jus one more reason to buy this cd. Two of the best bands ever. Kroeger himseld said Connolly is the best guitarist he's heard in awhile, even admitted better then him. So even though there isnt too much solo's on this cd, he is incredible in person and when i saw him live he makes playing guitar look so easy. I actually got to meet Tyler at the concert and hes a bad mother. OVerall this cd is top notch and the southern riffs are catchy and worth every penny.