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Days of War | Papa Roach | 1:25 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitChange or Die | Papa Roach | 3:19 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Hollywood W***e | Papa Roach | 3:54 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitI Almost Told You That I Loved You | Papa Roach | 3:11 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Lifeline | Papa Roach | 4:17 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Had Enough | Papa Roach | 4:01 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitLive This Down | Papa Roach | 3:36 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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March Out of the Darkness | Papa Roach | 4:22 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitInto the Light | Papa Roach | 3:27 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Carry Me | Papa Roach | 4:26 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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Nights of Love | Papa Roach | 5:16 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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State of Emergency | Papa Roach | 5:06 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitLifeline (Live From Cruefest) | Papa Roach | 4:07 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
| BookletDigital Booklet - Metamorphosis iTunes booklet | Papa Roach | -- | Album Only | View In iTunes |
| Total: 14 Items |
Album Review
At the dawn of the decade, Papa Roach were one of many angst-ridden, tattooed alt-metal bands who mixed in rap with their grim guitars. At the close of the 2000s, the quartet has shed the rap and the angst, ditching all the alt-metal accoutrements to become a knowing update of an '80s Sunset Strip sleaze rock outfit. This is indeed the Metamorphosis hinted at in the title of their fifth album, and while it's possible to debate whether this transformation was inspired by creative or commercial motivations, there is no denying one key fact: Papa Roach may be all about parties now but they're still kind of grim, perhaps a result of the decision to bring back producer Jay Baumgardner, who helmed their 2000 debut, Infest. Still, Papa Roach is a long long way from the depths of Hinder — that decade of work does give the band a professional snap, plus it never quite seems that Jacoby Shaddix's heart is into slagging that "Hollywood W***e" he berates on the album's first single.
Customer Reviews
Papa Roach just aren't what they used to be
I am still upset about Papa Roach pulling the old bait and switch combo on us. They released Infest which was such a great album. Sure, they used some Iron Maiden riffs but it was a great nu-metal album. Then Papa Roach released lovehatetragedy which still had some nu-metal elements but was mainly a hard rock album. Getting Away With Murder saw Papa Roach mixing both nu-metal and radio rock to come out with an OK album. Then The Paramour Session came out which is nothing more than a bland radio rock album. The interesting thing is that Papa Roach's demo (Potatoes For Christmas) came out before The Paramour Session's release. This allowed us to listen to who Papa Roach really was: a bland radio rock band. Metamorphosis sounds like it could have been a Paramour Session vol. 2. Songs such as Had Enough, March Out Of The Darkness, and Live This Down blend right in with the rest of the generic radio rock scene. Change Or Die and I Almost Told You That I Loved You have some lovehatetragedy elements but they are still bland. There is really only one standout song that older fans may like: Hollywood W***e. It is sad to see a nu-metal band completely change genres over the years and come out with music like this. I am not saying that Papa Roach should have produced the same sound after all these years but they completely changed genres. Most nu-metal bands have done this in order to try to stay successful. Unfortunately, the bland radio rock genre seems to be pulling them in (when will people stop listening to these generic songs). Papa Roach, Linkin Park, Staind, Incubus, P.O.D., and many other nu-metal bands have all migrated into the generic radio rock arena. It sells records but this music is bland, follows predictable formulas, and sounds like everything else that is out there. I was hoping that Metamorphosis was going to sound more like Getting Away With Murder or Infest but it doesn't. I guess Metamorphosis is a good title as Papa Roach has completely changed into a generic radio rock band. It hurts me to say this especially since I have been listening to them since the year 2000. I am sure a bunch of people are going to disagree with me since generic radio rock seems to be the trend today (along with emo). I don't really care though. I am not going to change my opinion simply because the majority of people like something (or dislike it). Papa Roach: what happened to you?
One of Their Best
I view this is one of Papa Roach's best albums so far. These songs are well written, sound great and have some amazing lyrics. I love each song on this album. 1. Days Of War : An great intro to a great album. 2. Change Or Die : Heavy track, some screams and is definitely a great song. 3. Hollywood W***e : An awesome song, has lyrics about the rich s**ts in Hollywood right now (whom a lot people dislike). 4. I Almost Told You That I Loved You : Great groove, a total party song. 5. Lifeline : A great empowering song that I know can uplift some spirits. 6. Had Enough : A song about the violence that's going on in this world. 7. Live This Down : A song about being cheated on that has real in your face lyrics. 8. March Out Of The Darkness : A very good song that starts out with just Jacoby singing with the acoustic guitar playing, but then breaks into a full blown powerful song. 9. Into The Light : Awesome song that features an amazing guitar solo by Mick Mars. 10. Carry Me : I personally love the lyrics on this song the most, it's about needing someone to carry you through troubles. 11. Nights Of Love : A great song with awesome lyrics and riffs. 12. State Of Emergency : Another one of my personal favorites, it has deep lyrics and has an awesome beat.
Papa Roach... What happened???
I would like to preface this review by saying that I am a big Papa Roach fan and loved The Paramour Sessions, Infest, and Getting Away With Murder. That being said, this album is a huge disappointment. With the exception of Lifeline, the vintage Papa Roach sounds are nowhere to be found. Furthermore, the lyrics seem rather banal and devoid of insight. I know Metamorphosis is supposed to mark a change in their style, but some things just shouldn't change.
Biography
Formed: 1993 in Vacaville, CA
Genre: Rock
Years Active: '90s, '00s, '10s
Top Albums and Songs By Papa Roach
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Last Resort | Infest | 3:19 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Scars | Getting Away With Murder | 3:28 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitForever | The Paramour Sessions | 4:06 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Getting Away With Murder | Getting Away With Murder | 3:11 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Explicit...To Be Loved | The Paramour Sessions | 3:02 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Scars | Getting Away With Murder | 3:28 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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Lifeline | Metamorphosis | 4:17 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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CleanLast Resort | Infest | 3:19 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitBurn | Time for Annihilation: On the Record & On the Road | 3:25 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitKick In The Teeth | Kick In the Teeth - Single | 3:13 | $1.29 | View In iTunes |
