10 Years really has something going here, and I hope they stick with it. I disagree with the reviewers that say they sound exactly like their influences. A lot of bands sound similar these days, but 10 Years has their own music and definitely their own messages.

While it's true to say that people who like APC will probably like 10 Years that's not to say that 10 Years IS APC because that's simply not true.

It was the lyrics that really pulled me in through such songs as Through the Iris and Prey and the melodies, especially in the title track.

A few songs sound experimental to me, like Half Life, but c'mon, this is a developing band, and this is their first album.

Yes, this band has a similar sound to Perfect Circle & 30STM. Those are good comparisons, but if you are a fan of good modern rock (like the aforementioned) and Filter, Trust Company, & Finger Eleven you will like this album a lot. This is just a cool band that you can tell is comfortable in their own skin. The album has a good flow and the lyrics mesh w/ the song structures. I don't know to much about them but for $7 at Best Buy (this week) you really should pick this one up.

Currently, a person hear's the question, "What's your favorite band?" and the majority of sain people will say, Tool, Metallica, APC, or maybe even if they're really out there- Korn. Now, believe it or a not, a band has come out to combine the best aspecs of each.10 Years, "The Autumn Effect" is like rainfall in a drought - it's refreshing - insanely refreshing. I guarantee any rock lover won't regret buying 10 years' cd, "The Autumn Effect".

Great band, even better live. So, what other bands can you say are even better live than what they are on their album? None. What would you give a band that is just that? Five stars. Now this isn't saying that the album sucks, it truly is mind-blowingly good, but them live- Dear lord, it's like you've gone to heaven. But when it ends, it's like you've been slammed into hell. This is a must have CD, it's really great.

Just wanted to add to all of the positive reviews.

The Autumn Effect is Tool-lite, which is not a bad thing at all. (Being compared to one of the greatest bands of all time is a compliment.) The lead singer shares the same vocal range/talent as Maynard, and the music is layered similarly to Tool, just not as heavy. Tool just has a sound that cannot be duplicated.

I don't have any favorite tracks as of yet... the album has been consistently pleasing to listen to, yet they all stand out in their own way... something not many modern rock bands can pull off anymore these days.

Anyways, blah blah blah... borrow it from a friend or just go out and buy it, you won't be disappointed.