In Search of Solid Ground
Saosin · 2009
56 min · 13 tracks · alternative rock
Melodic post-hardcore energy intertwines with introspective lyrics and atmospheric instrumentation across the album's journey.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number 17 on the Billboard 200, demonstrating commercial success and solidifying Saosin's presence in alternative rock. Critics noted its exploration of deeper themes compared to previous works, helping to influence a wave of melodic post-hardcore bands that followed.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys introspective thought-provoking moments
- Context
- In Search of Solid Ground is Saosin's first full-length album after a significant lineup change, featuring new vocalist Cove Reber. Released in 2009, this album followed their EP, which had established them as a prominent act in the post-hardcore scene. This transition marked a critical phase for the band as they sought to solidify their sound and identity without original frontman Anthony Green.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Keep My Secrets Safe 3:54
- 2 Deep Down 3:25
- 3 Why Can’t You See 2:39
- 4 Changing 3:46
- 5 On My Own Standout 5:17
- 6 The Alarming Sound of a Still Small Voice Standout 4:42
- 7 Say Goodbye 5:04
- 8 The Worst of Me 3:34
- 9 It’s All Over Now 3:47
- 10 What Were We Made For? 3:34
- 11 Is This Real 3:58
- 12 Nothing Is What It Seems (Without You) 4:25
- 13 Fireflies (Light Messengers) Standout 8:30
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