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love 30stm! ^^

Alistair Lawrence's review is complete trash. I completely object to all the negative pounding comments. That's all this was and I would like to know what motivated that. Mr. Lawrence's job should be up for review.

how can i listen to this songs ? :(

I dont think this guy UNDERSTANDS what Jared, Shannon and Tomo are doing...they are creating their own sound..and after hearing Kings and Queens I was so impressed..sure people will have different PERCEPTIONS of the songs..but the record is not out untill DECEMBER..why whip everyone up into such a negative state of mind so that, upon the first listen they hate it..with out actually HEARING IT!! I'm sick of ppl who dont want to give a proper review.Does Andrew know that this album was produced by Flood who has worked with countless acts.You certanily have not put me of THIS IS WAR..as a fan of 30 SECONDS TO MARS..I find this review totally RUBBISH and narrow minded!! Get a decent person to review in future!! who actually has an open mind..

and why does he think his review is the only thing that counts..

Alistair Lawrence, you are a joke!!!
30 Seconds To Mar are the peoples band!!!
They don't see us as people to pay there bills, they see everyone who listens to there music as family and untill you see that, BACK OFF!!!!!

PROVEHITO IN ALTUM

WAR IS COMING 07/12/1009

I do believe that everyone is entitled to their own inherent opinions when musical taste are involved however, this is just bad press. Not a single positive point was made in any stretch of the sense. For such a widely accepted group to forgo four years without a release and to jettison such a groundbreaking record that intimately involves those that do appreciate and adore them, I honestly believe this work deserves some respect. I have only heard bits-and-pieces of each track and I see potential. This review is a travesty to BBC. Not only for its bias and brevity but also because it lacks any mention of the most anticipated track on TIW "Hurricane". It's honestly no doubt that Mr. Lawrence isn't a fan and clearly did not choose to review the band's work. This should be removed.

-aj

Wow. I'm really not impressed by this review.
I wasn't expecting a raving review applauding the band for their new album, but this is all completely negative.
I don't see one good point, which I find appalling.
I agree with aj, this should be removed.

I'm just glad even this awful review hasn't put me off buying the album.

Wow, analysing the meaning of lyrics must be fun. Shame that doesn't make or break a song. Also, reviewing isn't a one sided deal, I hope you know that.

All I know is these guys are a hell of a lot better than the majority at making songs that sound good. Admittedly, it was an album of ups and downs.

I'm sorry. If this reviewer can't differentiate electro-pop from progressive music, I don't think he should be reviewing anything at all. And I'm pretty sure the reviewer hasn't listened to their first album as well.

Kings and Queens apocalyptic? That is definitely a joke.

This review is definitely a joke.

Wow, who are you and what did you do with the decent, balanced reviewer of music that should have written this article? I agree with the previous comments that there is a clear lack of understanding here, add to that a total lack of open mindedness and appreciation of a band attempting to break away from the status quo. This album reverberates with the passion and heartache that went into its making and the fact that the fans are involved to such an extent is surely something to be praised not ridiculed in these days of distant celebrity culture. Personally, I love This Is War, I think it takes the ingredients of the band's first two albums and combines them to produce something new and truly unique. I admire their bravery and determination to remain true to their vision whilst knowing all the while that reviewers like this would inevitably post reviews like this one.

I created an account just beacause I felt I had to provide a decent comment, rather than the fan rubbish already here.

This review is spot on, and this album is nothing more than Jared Leto's ego trip. I mean, almost every song is over 5 minutes, was that really necessary? Every film you see is not 5 hours long, there is such a thing as moderation, and editing, longer does not equal better, or more creative for that matter.

Its a surprise that this music is even labeled as rock anymore, because let's face it, it is nothing but pretentious vocals spread much too thickly over self indulgent "Instrumentation"

Well done Alistair Lawrence, you are the only person to professionally review this album who has not been so scared of the Echelon to speak the truth.

I recognize that this album is music though it's not what I call "good" music per say. So I don't really care about their music, but they seem to be doing ok. Plus there's that sucky cover of theirs. I mean it's just a rip off of this cover I saw by some dance/punk party band The Invincible Gods. Seriously, see for yourself http://www.myspace.com/theinvinciblegods Also, they're declaring war on somebody. Who? I don't know but 30STM fail to inspire me to really care. I don't think that they had fun making this album. It felt like being at church. Epic and lame. I give it 4 out of 17 stars. Cheers!

You forgot to mention the Complete lack of guitars in this album... Don't buy it is VERY Disapointing it sounds like only one person in the band is doing anything(singer)

This is rubbish! I couldnt care whether you like 30stm or not, but this is hardly a review!!! This is you critising their every move and saying that every single thing they do is awful, is it me or is a review meant to teach me something about the album and in the least be balanced?? Personally, I read this thinking I would be wasting my money, but actually love the album. The style is different, new, and quite unique (some would say acquired). Please remember, this is their first album in ages, they've worked on it for ages. Constructive criticism is what is needed here, no? And just because his voice is "breathy and non-descript" is not a bad thing - Jared is an excellent vocalist one of my favourites.
I cant remember having read such as negative one sided review in a long time. You, Mr. Lawrence,obviously dislike 30stm, but if you cant find anything good about This Is War then please, please, start reviewing for the many talent contests and the like. Then you'll find bad music.

How do you feel reading comments like "youre a joke"? At least slightly unhappy I guess. Now think how the band would feel if they read this. This review has failed, dramatically.

Thank you to 30 Seconds to Mars for the beautiful music. This is War is testament to the bands commitment to create music that is constantly evolving and which is different from all the other mainstream garbage. The amalgamation of varying genres and the creative brilliance of Jared Leto cpmbine to make an album that is exceptional. I am unsure as to the reasons for the critics calling for this album to "save" the band as 30 Seconds to Mars is one of the most progressive bands in the world and are no need of saving. This review is ludicrous and serves no purpose other than to slate the creativity of an amazing band. In my opinion, the reviewer should stick to the obituaries.

This review is trash. Including fans is fantastic, no one wants morbid little ballad singers like Joe McElderry who stand in the middle like candles doing nothing, not interacting or whatever else. And Vox Populi is a fantastic crowd song much like Night of the Hunter, and in no way borrowed from Queen. More than likely, an Ian Watkins lover wrote this. Period.

"To the right, to the left, we will fight to the death". Sends shivers down my spine.

But seriously - horrible album, cringe worthy live. I recall him describing one of his songs as "weird" and we were "like wow" when we heard it. A song which he would describing as something for us to "dance, f**k, or fight to". It was something I felt like walking out to.

I'm guessing the people who buy this are relatively new to music and from that point I can understand how it may be alluring. Its angst ridden and rebellious, but only to tedium.

There is such a wealth of better music out there, go seek and put this behind you.

If Alistair's review has put off one person from buying this album then it has served its purpose.

Much love.