Holding Onto Strings Better Left to Fray
Seether · 2011
73 min · 19 tracks · hard rock · alternative metal · post-grunge
A blend of heavy guitar riffs and introspective lyrics that embody the struggles of modern life.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number 2 on the Billboard 200, showcasing Seether's continued commercial viability. Critics noted its darker tone and exploration of personal turmoil, contributing to the band's reputation for emotionally charged music that resonates with fans facing similar struggles.
- Best for
- introspective late-night reflections dynamic emotional journeys steady, consistent energy levels
- Context
- Holding Onto Strings Better Left to Fray is Seether's fourth studio album, released in 2011, following their commercial peak with 2005’s Karma and Effect. At this point, the band was solidifying their sound within the post-grunge genre while exploring deeper emotional themes, marking a continuation of their established identity in the rock landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Godsmack· Shinedown· Alter Bridge
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fur Cue 3:47
- 2 No Resolution 3:08
- 3 Here and Now Standout 3:55
- 4 Country Song Standout 3:49
- 5 Master of Disaster Standout 4:18
- 6 Tonight 3:44
- 7 Pass Slowly 3:27
- 8 Fade Out 3:54
- 9 Roses 4:17
- 10 Down 3:57
- 11 Desire for Need 3:33
- 12 Forsaken 4:19
- 13 Dead Seeds 4:02
- 14 Yeah 4:28
- 15 Nobody 3:07
- 16 Effigy 3:34
- 17 No Resolution (Skolnik remix) 3:24
- 18 Roses (Protector Drumstep remix) 4:23
- 19 Country Song (Elder Jepson remix) 4:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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