Weapons - Lostprophets
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Generally favorable reviews- based on 12 Ratings

  • Summary: The fifth studio album for the Welsh hard rock band was produced by Ken Andrews.
  • Record Label: Fearless Records
  • Genre(s): Pop/Rock, Alternative Metal, Heavy Metal, Hard Rock, Post-Grunge
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 11
  2. Negative: 1 out of 11
  1. Apr 3, 2012
    80
    They play these songs with passion and swagger.
  2. Apr 20, 2012
    70
    Lostprophets still sound hungry and confident, and when they stick the landing, as is the case with the relentless single "Bring 'Em Down," it leaves a mark.
  3. Apr 23, 2012
    60
    For now, this stands as another good if inessential addition to their catalog-a phrase that, for better or worse, applies to the majority of their output.
  4. Jun 21, 2012
    30
    Lostprophets has survived in music by understanding what their fans like and catering to them, but with Weapons, the band is firmly entrenched in their comfort zone. While that might excite long-time fans of the band, it provides little to those looking for innovation or excitement out of the genre.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 1
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 1
  3. Negative: 0 out of 1
  1. 8
    In all honesty, this is the worst Lostprophets album. However, it is not a bad album by any means. The overall tone is similar to their third album Liberation Transmission - very light at times, with some songs containing the same edginess of their first two albums - but more American rock cheesiness. If you can embrace the cheese, you will enjoy the album as it has some great, uplifting tracks like 'Another Shot', 'Jesus Walks' and 'A Song For Where I'm From'. Older Lostprophets fans won't find much on the record to satisfy their cravings for another 'Burn Burn' or 'Shinobi Dragon vs Ninja', despite the efforts of 'Bring 'em Down' and 'We Bring An Arsenal' which are both banging tracks despite this. Rap-rock anthem 'Better Off Dead' is a good indicator as to whether old fans will enjoy this album - you will either love it or hate it. 'Weapons' may be a disappointment to many but as disappointments go, it's a damn good one. I suggest going that little bit further and buying the deluxe edition which gives you five extra track and a surprising bonus that satisfies those who would have been craving something heavier throughout the 10 main tracks. Expand