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Emotion Is Dead

The Juliana Theory · 2000

51 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock · indie rock · post-hardcore

A poignant blend of emotional songwriting and dynamic instrumentation that encapsulates the heart of early 2000s emo.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like emotional fluctuations
  • poignant moments of reflection
  • dynamic progression with climax
  • cathartic release through lyrics
  • late-night introspective listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on August 29, 2000, 'Emotion Is Dead' marked The Juliana Theory's third studio album and their first with a major label, Epic Records. This album followed their previous effort, 'Understand This Is a Dream,' and showcased their evolution towards a more polished production while retaining their signature emotional depth. It positioned them at the forefront of the burgeoning emo scene during this era.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Into the Dark 4:03
  • 2 Don’t Push Love Away 3:17
  • 3 To the Tune of 5,000 Screaming Children 3:52
  • 4 We’re at the Top of the World (To the Simple Two) 3:17
  • 5 Is Patience Still Waiting? 3:51
  • 6 Emotion Is Dead, Pt.I 2:04
  • 7 If I Told You This Was Killing Me, Would You Stop? 3:52
  • 8 We’re Nothing Without You 4:14
  • 9 Something Isn’t Right Here 2:07
  • 10 Understand the Dream Is Over 2:56
  • 11 This Is Your Life 3:35
  • 12 You Always Say Goodnight, Goodnight 9:30
  • 13 Emotion Is Dead, Pt.II 4:45

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