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When Broken Is Easily Fixed

Silverstein · 2003

80 min · 19 tracks · post-hardcore · emo

A raw blend of emotional riffs and powerful vocals that capture the angst of early 2000s youth.

Why this album works

The album gained critical acclaim and helped popularize the post-hardcore genre during its early 2000s resurgence. It notably peaked at number 151 on the Billboard 200, marking a significant entry into mainstream music for a band of their stature. The raw honesty of its lyrics resonated with listeners, influencing countless bands in the emo and post-hardcore scenes that followed.
Best for
long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys introspective late-night reflections
Context
When Broken Is Easily Fixed is Silverstein's debut album, released in 2003. At this point in their career, they were establishing themselves within the burgeoning post-hardcore scene, following their formation in 2000. This album laid the groundwork for their sound and identity, positioning them as significant figures in the emo revival movement.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Smashed Into Pieces Standout 3:42
  • 2 Red Light Pledge 3:48
  • 3 Giving Up Standout 4:12
  • 4 November Standout 4:15
  • 5 Last Days of Summer 4:28
  • 6 Bleeds No More 3:16
  • 7 Hear Me Out 3:48
  • 8 The Weak and the Wounded 3:15
  • 9 Wish I Could Forget You 3:26
  • 10 When Broken Is Easily Fixed 4:18
  • 11 Friends in Fall River 3:18
  • 12 Forever and a Day 4:27

Disc 2

  • 1 Giving Up (live, unreleased) 4:20
  • 2 Giving Up (video) 4:20
  • 3 Smashed Into Pieces (live) 3:34
  • 4 Smashed Into Pieces (video) 3:43
  • 5 Band Interview 10:19
  • 6 Interview with Shane 3:07
  • 7 Equipment Run Through 4:54

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