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• Artist: The Failure
• Album: Of Reason
• Label: Meter
• Year of Release: 2002
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• Reviewed by: dscanland on 2004-03-01

The Failure is a fairly youthful punk band from Calgary that is on their second full-length album already. I missed out on their first album but if Of Reason is any sign, it might be worth tracking down. The Failure plays a more intelligent style of punk that you normally hear. Harmonies are prevalent in their music and while at times I'm reminded of old Calgary stalwarts Field Day, I also hear the forward thinking of bands like 311. Their music is socially conscience without shoving any ideals at the listener. The band is dynamic showing that they can handle pretty much any style. Listen to "Pep Rally" for a perfect showcase of true singing in punk music. Not something that you normally hear this day and age. I think for The Failure to stick into your head even more they should focus on more killer hooks and make songs completely unforgettable. Of Reason is a great album and I look forward to hearing more from this quartet. I still have to question their choice of name. Maybe they are too young to remember the influential indie rock band of the same name.

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