We use cookies and other technologies on our website, collectively referred to as βcookies". These technologies allow us to collect information about users, their behaviour, and their devices. Some cookies are placed by us, while others come from our partners. We and our partners use cookies to ensure the reliability and security of our website, enhance and personalize your shopping experience, conduct analysis, and for marketing purposes (e.g., personalised ads) on our website, on social media, and on third-party websites. If data is transferred to the USA, it is only shared with partners who are subject to an adequacy decision under current EU law and are appropriately certified. By clicking on βAgree", you consent to the use of cookies by us and our partners. Alternatively, you may refuse consent by clicking on βDecline allβ - in this case, only necessary cookies will be used. You can also adjust your individual preferences by clicking on βPreferences". You have the right to revoke or modify your consent at any time in Cookie Settings. For more information on data protection, please visit Privacy Policy.
The renunciation of rapping and Nu Metal sound aesthetics did not diminish the success of Papa Roach, quite the contrary: βGetting Away with Murderβ is a long runner especially in Canada and the United States, also thanks to film and game soundtracks.
by Marcel Anders
(July 2004)
Their last album, "Lovehatetragedy" was a single catastrophe: only two years after their mega-selling "Infest", the band from Sacramento presented itself in such a desolate state, burned out and empty, obviously only with the attempt to repeat the success of the predecessor. A plan that had to fail - and did. But now, the Californians return completely purified. Their songs still deal with collective pain of souls, with isolation frustration and emotional deficits, but the music clearly changed. Beginning with the voice of frontman, Jacoby Shaddix, who suddenly sings instead of screaming, via the songs in catchy 3-minute formats to the unbelievably anthemnic, almost pop-like like songs. Is this a commercial concession? It rather seems as if Papa Roach have matured. As if they had time to develop and finally loose themselves from "Infest". A step that could ensure their future, especially because "Blanket Of Fear" and the title track are among the best PR-songs ever!
