This St. Louis-bred five piece's Epitaph debut is an artistic triumph in every sense. The beloved, million-selling band's third studio album is their finest, building on the strength of past accomplishments. Known for their kinetic live shows and ridiculously catchy songs, Story of the Year have always been famously ballsy in their mixing of glossy production, big rock hooks and honeyed melodies with searing metal riffs and intense screaming. The band has garnered a passionate following, thanks in large part to lead singer Dan Marsala's signature vocal style and heartfelt lyrics.
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The Missouri quintet made a name for themselves in 2003, wearing their hearts on their sleeves with the confessional chug of "Until the Day I Die," then rolling them up to brawl with Godsmack's crew during a festival appearance. The blatant emo stylings of their Page Avenue debut have given way to a more anthemic, explosive attack on Black Swan. We're just glad the guys are back to recording, as until now they had an equal number of DVDs and full-lengths in their young career.