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Juturna | 
| Artist: Circa Survive
Label: Equal Vision Records
Category: Music
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Rating:  56 reviews
Sales Rank: 79064
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
MPN: 103
UPC: 794558110327
EAN: 0794558110327
ASIN: B0007YXQ50
Release Date: April 19, 2005
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| Tracks:
| • | Holding Somone's Hair Back | | • | Act Appalled | | • | Wish Resign | | • | The Glorious Nosebleed | | • | In Fear and Faith | | • | The Great Golden Baby | | • | Stop The Car | | • | We're All Thieves | | • | Oh. Hello | | • | Always Getting What You Want | | • | Meet Me In Montauk |
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 No Surprise Considering Where This Band Came From December 10, 2005
Shogun (TheCityThatNeverSleeps, FL)
33 out of 34 found this review helpful
Take away the fact that anyone in Circa Survive was ever in a previous band. "Juturna", Circa Survive's debut for Equal Vision Records, would still be amazing. Now add the fact that the members that comprise this band came from such stellar acts as This Day Forward, Saosin, and Taken, and it's no real surprise how good this album is. That's an impressive resume that few bands can top. While Circa Survive may not have a hint of the sound of any of the previously mentioned bands, it's safe to say that if you were a fan of any of the bands, particularly Saosin, you're going to find a lot about this album to like. The music is stellar, and Anthony's voice really helps to give this band a great vocal presence that is often overlooked in many musical acts today. This really turned out to be one of the best records of 2005, and one of my personal favorites.
Like mentioned, Circa Survive really doesn't sound like anything the members of this band have previously played in, and that's a good thing. While the previous bands were all emo/hardcore/post-hardcore kind of stuff, Circa Survive is a very ambient, spacy rock band. I don't necessarily agree with the comparisons to The Mars Volta (TMV is much more atmospheric and multidirectional), but comparing them to say someone like Saosin or This Day Forward would be wrong. If you need an introduction to the band or its sound, then you should look no further than the album's stellar opening track "Holding Someone's Hair Back". The guitars weave in and out of eachother creating beautiful patterns and harmonies, coupled with the excellent backing of the drums and bass, and finally topped off with Anthony's trademark vocals which gives the band a very unique sound. Anthony really takes this band to its highest limits in tracks like "Act Appalled" and "We're All Thieves", where his vocals seemingly make or break the song. His voice is uniquely different from anything he's recorded in the past, and that really helps to define Circa Survive as their own band. His lyrics are another excellent aspect of the band, and they are as good, if not better, than anything he has ever written. Check "Handshakes At Sunrise" and "The Great Golden Baby" for examples. The guitars are a very intrical part of "Juturna". Colin and Brendan (who both came from This Day Forward) were more previously known for their chugging, heavy riffs in their previous band, but here show they are capable of using atmospheric and intricate groove-oriented guitar parts to get their points across. There's so many tiny effects, fills and harmonies that add to the sound, and you can really only appreciate how well these guys play together by listening to "Juturna" through headphones. The rhythm section of the band is also equally as talented, as their bass player was from the wonderful band Taken. The drums and bass don't try to show off too much, but instead work with the guitars to create the fullest soundscape that the band is capable of. This record is so uniquely different from anything that is out right now, and especially different from anything the members were previously involved in. If you are open to a different kind of music, and especially bands more like the Mars Volta (although I hate the comparison), then Circa Survive will be a much welcomed surprise in the heap of the emo and hardcore filler that is so dominating in music right now. Highlights are "Holding Someone's Hair Back", "Stop The Car" and "We're All Thieves".
I really didn't know what to expect when I first listened to Circa Survive. All I knew was that I liked all the bands the members were previously in, and I hoped I would like this. And if you are open to different kinds of music, Circa Survive is going to be a real treat for you to listen to. While the influence from the previous bands may be there, the sound is one unique only to Circa Survive, and that makes them special. If you give this record a listen I almost guarantee you're going to find something that is not only very special, but one of the best and most original pieces of music you've heard in quite some time. Circa Survive really is a band that shows they mean business, and "Juturna" is classic that establishes them as a premium player in the music world.
45 Minutes Is All It Took... March 12, 2006
Kevin (California)
14 out of 14 found this review helpful
I'm in awe.
I'm writing this review right as I finish out the last seconds of 'Juturna', and the only dissapointing thing that comes to mind is the fact that it took me so long to discover this truly captivating piece of work.
I've always heard words of hype around these guys ever since Anthony Green walked away from Saosin and decided to join up with the remains of TDF -- and wow, that decision was clearly made for the better. In all honestly, as respected as Saosin has become in the underground scene, I don't see much of a lasting future for them -- regardless of if their highly-anticipated debut catapults their career, every band has their 15 minutes -- but Circa Survive has the epic cinematic, atmospheric, dark, intelligent appeal (comparable to the likes of A Perfect Circle), that should guarantee lasting power.
The one and only minor downfall to Juturna is that it becomes repetitive towards the middle tracks. The instrumental arrangements/progressions become so indistinctly meshed that you get a sense of "hey didnt i just listen to this song..."-- With so much talent flowing between these five guys I expected a little more diversity.
Nonetheless, because I know some people have and will label this album in the over-generalized genre of 'emo', doing so would be a massive insult to the band and its unique creative force. This is purely ambient, experimental rock at its finest. It's music like this that gives hope to the rest of the industry to break all of the cliches and set higher standards in what's considered good taste.
I highly recommend this album to anyone that's in need of something refreshing. Hopefully Circa Survive will use this album as a launching pad for things to come. It's easily one of the strongest debuts I've heard in years.
Personal Highlights:
- We're All Theives
- Oh. Hello
- In Fear And Faith
Every song is a beautiful intigrated masterpiece. July 22, 2005
N. Forte (Dallas, TX)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
First off I'll be up front. I haven't even heard of the earlier projects of any of the members of Circa Survive. But I'm as qualified as any to review their album since I've been fans of almost any genre of music (excluding most country) and I've played more then six instuments since I was in fourth grade (I'm twenty one now). Don't take me wrong, I'm not gloating. When I listen to Circa Survive I listen to every musician both individually and simultaneously, and try to be as analytical as my limits allow me. Juturna is one amazing album from start to finish. Forget all the people who will shun this band because the "singer sounds like a girl." Anthony Green has an amazing voice, there is no doubt about it. Half the people who will criticize him couldn't hit half of the notes he does, nor could most of the bands they listen to. It is so gratifying to here such a talented singer in a band, without the band being so popular they only show up to your city's arena. Fortunately, the singer is backed up by a musical equivalent...members of This Day Forward, Saosin, etc. (mentioned by plenty of preceding reviews). The intricate weaving of the guitarists (including bass) is accentuated with a slew of effects. At first listen the bass might trick the listener into thinking the music is pretty simple. Listening closer to the guitarists riffs is as rewarding as it is entertaining. A lot of the lyrical content seems to refer to Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, especially the obvious "Meet me in Montauk" acoustic-closer. Songs like "Holding Someone's Hair Back", "Act Appalled", "Glorious Nosebleed", "Always Getting What You Want" (the best song on the album, in my opinion), "Wish Resign", and any of the other songs will remind you why exactly you took my word to buy this album. There is even a secret song after the last song that is as classic as the rest of the album. So stop losing I.Q. points by reading my writing and go buy this excellent outing.
Juturna: An All Around Rebirth April 27, 2005
Kid A
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Circa Survive's "Juturna" is a breath of fresh air for a music scene that has been suffocating. I've been a fan of Anthony Green since first hearing Saosin (since then I've dug deep into all of his past projects), and the fact that Anthony was a part of Circa Survive definitely got me interested, but in no way did it guarentee that I would love a band this much.
"Juturna" is what I like to call a 'moody rock' record, it's dark, but not depressing, more atmospheric, something you could relax to, while in a dimly lit room. As far as the genre this band belongs in, I prefer to just call it rock, but I guess you could go with progressive/expiremental/indie...I've also seen the term 'art metal' thrown around.
Everyone should give this record a chance, wether or not you were a fan of any of the members' past bands, this is something entirely new. And I think this record will surprise a lot of people. I've been listening to "Juturna" for weeks now and I have yet to get remotely sick of any track, I keep finding new things I love about this record with each and every listen.
Similar Artists: The Mars Volta, Dredg
This changes everything! April 21, 2005
Anthony R. Pepe (Lancaster, PA United States)
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
For those of you who don't know, the amazing Anthony Green, formerly of Saosin, delivers the powerful vocals for this band; he is joined by former members of the legendary Philly hardcore band This Day Forward and the California band Taken. Just as Anthony croons on "The Great Golden Baby", this album indeed changes everything! Circa Survive pumps out such an original, creative, and captivating sound, it will be shocking if they are not the next big thing that everyone tries to emulate (not that that would be a good thing). Anthony's vocals (and lyrics) are by far his best work EVER, which is amazing considering his already broad resume - every word he sings exudes passion. The interweaving guitar and bass lines are stunning, and the drumming is creative and energetic. Nothing seems forced or contrived on Juturna, unlike most of the music polluting the industry these days - it's completely organic and, well, almost perfect. With the exception of the last song ("Meet Me in Montauk"), there is not a weak spot anywhere on the album - every song is beautiful, compelling, and surprisingly fresh. As you listen to this album, you will find yourself immersed in a surreal world of passion and energy.
Song by song breakdown:
1. "Holding Someone's Hair Back"
Great opening track - it's one of the more energetic songs, and it brings you right into the surreal musical world of Circa Survive. The lyrics are pretty cool ("She's got the photos but no recollection; he's got the motive but no transportation").
2. "Act Appalled"
The most powerful song on the album. Anthony is at his best vocally and lyrically ("To fool them in, make it seem like you're in trouble. Make a sound, fake it enough... To make them drink, tell 'em that it's only water. No one leaves till we figure this out... Both we and our words are overproduced by influence"). It's amazing that he can sing so high and still sound so good.
3. "Wish Resign"
The opening guitar lines to this song are pretty cool - I get the image of dinosaurs fighting. I love the drum beats as well.
4. "The Glorious Nosebleed"
This track does not stand out much from the others, but it is still a beautiful song.
5. "In Fear and Faith"
There is something haunting about this song. The chorus soars with energy and then fades into a cool bass and drum groove before bursting into another chorus. So much passion in the vocals.
6. "The Great Golden Baby"
"Oh, now that I know, this changes everything." Right on, Anthony. I love the interweaving guitar lines at the end of this track.
7. "Stop the F*ckin' Car"
This song has some very cool drum beats. Steve starts with a creative snare and high-hat beat, then transitions to a neat tom part. It's so easy to get immersed in the song that you barely notice the transition to the next track.
8. "We're All Thieves"
Together with the previous song, this is an epic. The use of a repeated phrase ("her face is light and cocaine white") and a lyrical motif (spinning) from "Stop the F*ckin' Car" is very cool.
9. "Oh, Hello"
Another very energetic, passionate song. When Anthony belts out, "Didn't I, didn't I know you, didn't I know you?", it is so powerful.
10. "Always Getting What You Want"
One of the more mellow songs on the album, but still amazing like all the others. More great interweaving guitar lines.
11. "Meet Me in Montauk"
The only dud on the album - it's a weak, short acoustic song. Anthony sounds kind of like he's underwater at parts. Juturna could have done without this song. However, the hidden track is pretty cool.
Obviously, Circa Survive sounds nothing like any of the guy's previous projects, as this is something completely new. For those of you who think they are too mellow, go see their live show, and you will change your mind. I saw them Sunday night (04/24/2005) at the North Star in Philly with The Receiving End of Sirens and Marigold, and the energy was INSANE! I have never seen so much crowd interaction - Anthony spent much of the set on his knees at the end of the stage grabbing fan's hands, touching their heads, and leaning in to sing with them, while the rest of the band rocked out non-stop. Anthony even handed out strawberries to some fans before they started, and he crowd surfed while singing. And the coolest part was that all of them mingled with the crowd before and after their set. I met each of the guys and spoke with them for a few minutes, and they are some of the nicest, humblest people I've ever met.
Hands down one of the best bands (and best albums) out there right now in terms of energy and originality. This album is worth every penny.
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