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Armor for Sleep
What to do When You are Dead

Equal Vision (2004) Michael

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Armor for Sleep – What to do When You are Dead — Equal Vision, 2004

Armor for Sleep is a band that for me failed to live up to the potential they were capable of on their debut album, Dreams to Make Believe. They had recorded a great demo, but when the record came out those re-recorded songs were the only shining moments. A few years have passed and now we have a new album to take in. First and foremost, this album is a definite step up for them as songwriters, and as storytellers. What To Do When You Are Dead is a concept album that follows an individual from the moment of death to heaven and through the daily events of a ghost. It's a really unique concept, and they pieced it together quite well. As for the songs contained within, well they still follow the indie rock/pop formula, leaning more towards pop. The choruses are catchy and even if you didn't want to, you'd probably end up singing them as you go about your daily business. While the music isn't as annoying or obnoxious, it wouldn't surprise me if this band blew up on MTV2 with fans of Taking Back Sunday. 'Stay on the Ground' is too captivating to deny enjoying.

7.0 / 10Michael • February 25, 2006

Armor for Sleep – What to do When You are Dead cover artwork
Armor for Sleep – What to do When You are Dead — Equal Vision, 2004

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