I just saw Haste The Day LIVE on the SolidState Tour 2004 in Michigan a couple nights ago (along with Dead Poetic, Beloved, Underoath, and Norma Jean)! They came up first; and although I didn't know a lot of the words or many of their tunes going in, I was absolutely blown away at just how good these guys are. not only musically, but ministerially as well. They were the only group of the 5 that made an open proclamation for Jesus Christ to the audience that night (though Norma Jean did have images of the crucifixion playing on the background screen while they performed). Upon getting home that night and listening to their independant EP (which thankfully they still had copies of on the tour) "That They May Know You" and "Burning Bridges"; I cannot express just how excited I am to listen to these guys' music and to have seen them live; and how on edge I am for them to put out another record (though BB was released just a coup[e months ago, if that!). These guys remind me of a Zao (more recent stuff) meets Living Sacrifice meets Project 86 combo!

I feel very blessed to have their material on my shelf! Stay safe on the tour, boys; and make another record soon so I don't have to replace my speakers from constantly cranking BB (I want to ruin them on some newer work:)!

I love this. Yes the riffs are repetitive but I think thats not a problem if the riffs are just awesome (which they are). Shall we take a look-see at this?

1. Blue 42: Nice opening chord. Kinda slow at beginning then for about 25 secs starting at 50 secs duration theres a good riff. However it turns into this awesome riff for 25 secs. Then slows down a little (i mean a little). Picks up in some spots. 9/10

2. The Closest Thing to Closure: Love intro, middle, outro! PERFECT. I really like the mixture of the inhumane shouting and singing that they do. 10/10

3. American Love: Starts at a good pace then slows down for a while. But it picks up w/ a nice riff. Slows down a bit then turns more mellow. 8/10

4. Concerning the Way it Was: Stays at a good pace throughout the song. Ending riffs are cool. 9/10

5. Song of Faith: AWESOME INTRO (i think so). Slows down a little near middle. Then near end guitar comes in on G, B, E strings w/ a nice set of individual notes pretty fast. 10/10

6. Ros King: Good start and finish. However too short. 7/10

7. One Life to Live: Weak intro but picks up after a little bit. Near the end is a good riff. 8.5/10

8. The Last Goodbye: Good intro. Becomes more mellow. Picks up again later but slows down again. 7/10

9. An Honest Confession: Nice intro. Nice riff after intro. Then the intro is played again, but faster so it does sound different. Keeps the tempo up then slows down a little. 10/10

10. Substance: All in-your-face music. Consists of great riffs. Bass and guitar solos appear. Bass solo is slow while guitar is repeated a couple times. Slows down just to pick right back up for the rest of the song. 10/10

11. Breaking My Own Heart: Nice intro and following riff. Slows down but still very good. 9/10

12. Outro: Yes, the outro of the cd is indeed called outro. This is mainly instrumental. While I dont like just that... this wasnt all that bad. 8/10

What do you get when you smash ZAO and Dead Poetic together? Haste the Day. Solid State proudly presents the debut full length "Burning Bridges" from Haste the Day. These guys have been touring like seasoned veterans, gaining fans and friends along the way, and putting Indiana on the map. This is an excellent example of the genre and portrays the more emoshinal side of metalcore. If you're a fan of ZAO, Dead Poetic, underOATH, or older Embodyment, then this is for you.

I saw this band in concert, and knew I had to have their CD. It is a perfect blend of amazing lyrics and even better instrumentals. I recommend this CD to anyone who likes Christian hardcore music. Amazing.

This album is absolutely insane. This is the best mix of metalcore and emo/melodic punk that i have ever heard. Haste the Day blows most of its competition away with incredible riffage, heart-pounding breakdowns and the best lyrics you'll hear in ages. You won't want to put this one down- its just that good. Give it a listen and you'll know what i mean.