Chapter and Verse
Funeral for a Friend · 2015
38 min · 11 tracks · post-hardcore · emo · melodic hardcore
A cathartic blend of emo and post-hardcore, balancing introspective lyrics with melodic intensity.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number 25 on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing the band's enduring appeal despite shifts in the music industry. Critics noted its return to form, blending emotional depth with energetic instrumentation, which resonated with long-time fans while attracting new listeners.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo catharsis introspective lyrics for reflection consistent flow for focused listening
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2015, 'Chapter and Verse' marked Funeral for a Friend's first studio album in four years following the absence between 'Welcome Home Armageddon' (2011) and this release. The album came during a time when the band was re-establishing their sound and identity within a changing music landscape, reflecting both nostalgia and growth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thrice· My Chemical Romance· Silverstein
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stand by Me for the Millionth Time Standout 3:54
- 2 You've Got a Bad Case of the Religions Standout 2:37
- 3 Pencil Pusher 2:59
- 4 You Should Be Ashamed of Yourself 3:47
- 5 1% 3:43
- 6 After All These Years... Like a Lightbulb Going Off in My Head 3:32
- 7 Modern Excuse of a Man 1:46
- 8 Inequality 2:53
- 9 Brother 1:51
- 10 Donny 2:42
- 11 The Jade Tree Years Were My Best Standout 8:39
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