The Bravery
by The Bravery
  • Record Label: Island
  • Release Date: Mar 29, 2005
User Score
7.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 99 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 70 out of 99
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 99
  3. Negative: 19 out of 99

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  1. MarcD
    Jun 5, 2005
    7
    The sound is in and bands like The Bravery are scoring big with loads of their cds being sold. A good effort. But nothing we haven't heard before.
  2. KellyK
    Apr 1, 2005
    8
    Heard them on XM 2 months ago. Loved Honest mistake from start. THey are a new band that needs to shape thier identity and show thier strengths as a musicians and they'll be around for a while.
  3. JenniferN
    Apr 25, 2005
    9
    I don't see whats so bad about it. Endicott is fit and it is a great album. its got great tunes and lyrics.
  4. JohnR
    May 3, 2005
    3
    You're all fools...These guys were "punk" less than 2 years ago...Do some homework on them. Their 'feud' with The Killers is irrelevant. Of course the guy in the Killers is a jerk. Doesn't mean these guys aren't jumping on an already irritating bandwagon. Boring, predictable and lyrically sterile.
  5. EnelyE
    Oct 4, 2005
    10
    I really love that album.
  6. AldaL
    Mar 30, 2005
    10
    I LOVE THE BRAVERY!!! They are the best band that ever came around. Through all of my years I never heard of a band like The Bravery. I'm very picky about buying CD's and I never and i mean never bought a CD in my life, but ever since i got a taste of The Bravery I couldn't stop listening to them and I finally bought my FIRST CD!!! And I'm glad that it was The Bravery! I LOVE THE BRAVERY!!! They are the best band that ever came around. Through all of my years I never heard of a band like The Bravery. I'm very picky about buying CD's and I never and i mean never bought a CD in my life, but ever since i got a taste of The Bravery I couldn't stop listening to them and I finally bought my FIRST CD!!! And I'm glad that it was The Bravery! And i recommend to all of you music buffs out there to give The Bravery a try and listen to their music beacause it's not that bad it's actually THE BEST MUSIC ON THE PLANET"!!!! SO LISTEN TO IT BITCHES!!!!… Expand
  7. [Anonymous]
    Mar 30, 2005
    2
    After hiring an image consultant and obfuscating his real age, the singer could have maybe learned how to write one good song. This album is, unfortunately, completely forgettable.
  8. RyanP
    Apr 14, 2005
    2
    Same ole, Same ole
  9. Anouvong
    Apr 16, 2005
    9
    I don't understand what s so horrifically bad about it? Awesome riffs, sneering vocals, and a dance-ability rating off the scale, i think its rather good actually...
  10. BrentP
    Apr 22, 2005
    9
    People need to quit trying to compare this to the Killers. While the hint of 80's alternative is the backdrop, and the production is reasonably polished, the two bands sound very different. The Bravery take a noticably less Pop approach to their effort, and I feel should be recognized for that. As a big fan of 80's alternative, I find The Bravery really fills a void in the music People need to quit trying to compare this to the Killers. While the hint of 80's alternative is the backdrop, and the production is reasonably polished, the two bands sound very different. The Bravery take a noticably less Pop approach to their effort, and I feel should be recognized for that. As a big fan of 80's alternative, I find The Bravery really fills a void in the music scene. I cannot help but think many of the reviews are by people that have not really listened to the whole album. There are only a couple of tracks that feel like filler, and the rest are beautifully arranged and styled songs the elicit emotion. If you like the Cure's more upbeat type of songs, this is really the album for you to check out.… Expand
  11. Beetlebum
    Apr 3, 2005
    1
    The Bravery are The Menswear of there time.
  12. joshuab
    Apr 4, 2005
    8
    i know ive heard this somewhere before but i like what i hear. don't be afraid to like this group because you don't feel it's origionallity. Everyone has to be inspired by someone or something....nothing is truely origional...So take it for what it is
  13. AltairN
    Apr 4, 2005
    3
    Well, it sounds really much like the neo-retro stuff that is out right now...The Killers, The Faint, etc...all the same I think.
  14. MusicMaven
    Apr 4, 2005
    5
    These guys are the to the neo-80's "scene" (Interpol, British Sea Power, The Killers, Franz Ferdinand, Bloc Party, etc.) what Stone Temple Pilots were to the grunge "scene" of the early 90's -- bandwagon jumpers looking to cash in on a trend. STP managed to evolve and put together enough decent songs to fill a greatest hits album. The Bravery would be lucky to make it that far.
  15. daisyf
    May 13, 2005
    9
    this album is sick! I haven't heard anything like it in quite a while, and was totally blown away when I first saw them. They are really one of the best new bands out there and there album definitley shows it.
  16. AdamX
    May 1, 2005
    0
    Essentially just The Faint-lite, non-offensive sounds with non-offensive words and non-offensive haircuts equals a bland and ultimately forgettable album... The Bravery might be even worse than The Killers, due to their cynical cashing in on a sound that has strangely ballooned... you need only get yourself a copy of "Danse Macabre" or "Blank-Wave Arcade" by The Faint to realise how this Essentially just The Faint-lite, non-offensive sounds with non-offensive words and non-offensive haircuts equals a bland and ultimately forgettable album... The Bravery might be even worse than The Killers, due to their cynical cashing in on a sound that has strangely ballooned... you need only get yourself a copy of "Danse Macabre" or "Blank-Wave Arcade" by The Faint to realise how this is really supposed to be to full effect, and not watered down, radio-friendly, mass-appealing manufactured tripe like this.… Expand
  17. SashiaA
    May 3, 2005
    10
    THis BAND IS AWSOME!!!!!
  18. josel
    May 30, 2005
    8
    cool revived, revamped 80s sounds for the 21st century. yeah!
  19. asezzalcrud
    May 9, 2005
    9
    Good Album... Good Band. They themselves have not sad that they are trying to invent something new, so why all these people who 'dis' the album say that? The Killers are completely irrelevent... At All.
  20. mikes
    Jun 7, 2005
    0
    To all the people that are jumping on the bandwagon of this unlistenable band: do your self a favor sell this and go buy cd's from the bands that these guys are trying to copy. (not duran duran either) To record executives: stop hiring style over substance and dont be afraid to tell the band there cd sucks before it gets out to the public and some kid that doesen't know what To all the people that are jumping on the bandwagon of this unlistenable band: do your self a favor sell this and go buy cd's from the bands that these guys are trying to copy. (not duran duran either) To record executives: stop hiring style over substance and dont be afraid to tell the band there cd sucks before it gets out to the public and some kid that doesen't know what real new wave sounds like buys it.....wait thats what the exec's want......well anyway it could make a good frisbee.… Expand
  21. *Annie*
    Jul 3, 2005
    10
    I really respect bravery for putting up with everyone's crap that they've been given. People say they are bad but if you look around they are plenty worse! People have been blinded with this non-existent feud between the killers. From what i've seen the killers think they are best and they are the only ones actually stirring. The Bravery have carried on despite all of this, I really respect bravery for putting up with everyone's crap that they've been given. People say they are bad but if you look around they are plenty worse! People have been blinded with this non-existent feud between the killers. From what i've seen the killers think they are best and they are the only ones actually stirring. The Bravery have carried on despite all of this, that deserves respect. And anyway they music is good to! :)… Expand
  22. Laana
    Aug 11, 2005
    10
    Wow. When I heard their first release "An Honest Mistake" I immediately loved it and I set out to hear the rest of their tunes. At first, I thought that their style was a little too out there for me, but then I realized that the songs were stuck in my head and I fell in love with the album totaly. It has not left my CD player for weeks, and it's still on my MP3 player as well. I Wow. When I heard their first release "An Honest Mistake" I immediately loved it and I set out to hear the rest of their tunes. At first, I thought that their style was a little too out there for me, but then I realized that the songs were stuck in my head and I fell in love with the album totaly. It has not left my CD player for weeks, and it's still on my MP3 player as well. I don't understand why there's such a big deal over their sound. Just because The Killers sound similar to them. Let's just remember that the Strokes and the White Stripes were the ones who paved the way, The Killers just went a little more mainstream, and their songs seem like nothing next to The Bravery. I LOVE The Killers, but I love The Bravery's gritty sound. Its a little different. Their album is AMAZING. All the songs are great. Especially Unconditional, A Public Service Announcement, The Ring Song, and Tyrant. Listen to the CD if you can. You'll be happy. LOPe… Expand
  23. Gus
    Aug 20, 2005
    1
    Worthless, re-hash, retro rock.
  24. IvanJ
    Sep 20, 2005
    9
    I don't see what's with all this Killers-wannabe shit. The Bravery have a different sound plus their album doesn't get too slow as does The Killers' one. I think this album is great and I'm anxiously waiting for the next release. This could me my next favourite band. Hope they won't spoil it all!!
  25. filiped
    Nov 2, 2005
    10
    no comments!! too good for coments
  26. YasirH
    Mar 29, 2005
    10
    this cd is amazing! its been the exact sound that i was pretty much waiting for (80's meets punk) perfect band, perfect album!
  27. JordanB
    Mar 29, 2005
    6
    Although Honest Mistake and Unconditional are two of the catchiest songs 2005 has heard so far, the album as a whole is far from remarkable - and displays a laziness that one expects to hear at the end of a hot new musical movement, rather than the beginning.
  28. kerrin
    Mar 29, 2005
    10
    I love the bravery. Ive been waiting for the album for a month now. And i have to say that they are awesome live, and soooo nice.
  29. PatchV
    Mar 29, 2005
    10
    Fuck the Hives, these motherfuckers are good.
  30. ZackW
    Mar 30, 2005
    4
    Another band joins the overcrowded 80s-revival bandwagon. Enough already.
  31. VladA
    Mar 30, 2005
    7
    Ok, this is one of those typical major releases that has potential great singles, but forgettable album tracks. Unconditional, No Brakes, Tyrant are unbelievably catchy and yes The Bravery rips off 80s post punk new wave better than the The Killers, but songs like Public Service Announcement remind you that this is a major studio release indented to get the mall kids into this stuff.
  32. SeanTastic
    Mar 31, 2005
    3
    Dull dull dull. I'm not one to denounce retro for being... well, retro, but this adds nothing new. Not as catchy or meaninful as their contemporaries, most songs end up somewhere between pointless and ridiculous.
  33. VolatileAcid
    Apr 1, 2005
    10
    Can;t believe this band are out of New York. I thought they were English. Regardless, they Rock, literally! amazing tunes, I had to buy the album (10/10)
  34. DeanB
    Apr 11, 2005
    9
    It's definitely not original, but I've never cared much for that. I like jaunty pop songs, and theres quite a few great ones on this album. Plus having seen them live they can really perform. Plenty of arrogant attitude, as shown by the subject matter of the lyrics!
  35. Jake
    Apr 12, 2005
    0
    Wake me when it's over...
  36. Piers
    Apr 15, 2005
    5
    Nothing extraordinary - definitely not as good as the Killers album, 'Hot Fuss'.
  37. KimK
    Apr 19, 2005
    10
    Sounds like U2 doing a Cars album. One entire ton of fun!
  38. house9
    Apr 24, 2005
    9
    the bravery are great...most music is undeniably trendy, and if the bravery can be categorized as trendy pop, well, hallelujah! there may be hope for top 40 yet.
  39. StopDropandRoll
    Apr 28, 2005
    10
    This album is one of my favorites! The Bravery's style and sound mesh perfectly in catchy and upbeat songs such as "Public Service Announcement" and "Fearless". While they can take on a somewhat darker (but not too dark mind you) persona with songs such as "An Honest Mistake" and "Tyrant". If you love to laugh, brood, and dance, pick up this CD N-O-W-!
  40. EdwardE
    Apr 4, 2005
    2
    I returned this disc after 5 listens. The singer's voice is unbearable & the music is uninteresting. They try to hard to be The Killers & their efforts are laughable.
  41. GabbyS
    May 11, 2005
    8
    To all you people who rate this band from 0 to maybe a 4 or 5....they arent inconsistent crap. It wont put you to sleep or aything of that matter. So what if you dont like it, appriciate it for what it is and who the people are. They have a talent for writing music and playing it. Its not easy to be critisized for not being "one" of thr crowd. You try having some musical talent. Stop To all you people who rate this band from 0 to maybe a 4 or 5....they arent inconsistent crap. It wont put you to sleep or aything of that matter. So what if you dont like it, appriciate it for what it is and who the people are. They have a talent for writing music and playing it. Its not easy to be critisized for not being "one" of thr crowd. You try having some musical talent. Stop udging and learn to love. Us obviously there for something and so wat if you dont like it, other people do so stop being so suck up about it. maybe they dnt like your choice of music and you dont see them complaining about it. learn to love. its what gets you through. and whoever said the guy from the killers is a jerk : f you dont peersonally know him, then you cant judge!!!!!! Gabby… Expand
  42. SaeedG
    May 10, 2005
    6
    Has some brilliantly catchy moments, but is let down by lack of progression and a "sameness'" vibe. Hightlights: A Honest Mistake, Unconditional, No Brakes Skip: Public Service Announcement, Tyrant
  43. DC
    May 27, 2005
    5
    Well, a couple very catchy tracks that will be forgotton in a year or so; a bunch of background music that I already forgotton; and a couple of unlistenable tracks.
  44. johnny
    May 5, 2005
    0
    crap. inconsistent. crap.
  45. Kayla
    May 5, 2005
    10
    I didn't even know who the bravery was until my friend told me to pick up their cd. Me and her are like the only ones in our area who listen to it and we think the are FRICKIN AWESOME!!! They have a sound that is totally them and its so addicting. I love their music and listen to them almost every morning. Sam is a wonderful singer and I think he is a God!
  46. HelenB
    May 7, 2005
    10
    This CD is awesome - their video is over the top!!! It's about time...
  47. vicky....
    Jun 14, 2005
    10
    It makes funner doing the dishes and gave my iPod some flare.... In my way of thinking anyways....
  48. Claire!!
    Jun 14, 2005
    10
    I think their album is worth the money, this is a leap from ordinary rock... Anyone who rated them below 5-6 are SCEPTICS. I though they sucked to, until afterI REALLY listened to honest mistake.
  49. CosmoPrelog
    Jun 16, 2005
    1
    Once in a great while a band comes along and changes everything. This is not one of those bands.
  50. DwightV
    Jun 16, 2005
    9
    This album has style AND SUBSTANCE. If you like The Killers, you'll definately like The Bravery.
  51. PhilG
    Jun 29, 2005
    10
    Definitely one of the best albums released in a long time. Much better than the Killers. Great live band tool. Buy the cd - you won't be dissappinted!
  52. bbb
    Jun 9, 2005
    0
    this band is just cashing in on the whole "retro-craze". you should all be ashamed of yourselves for supporting this crap........
  53. GillianR
    Jul 25, 2005
    10
    This band is awesome, I give the album 11 on a scale of 1-10. They rocked Lollapalooza this weekend!
  54. Mossy
    Jul 25, 2005
    9
    Everyone should listen to this album now! If you like the Killers you'll like this, iits like a rawer faster version of Hot Fuss. The Bravery are my favourite new band (I'm going to see them on the 27 nov) and there is no reason for the crap they recieve. They're much more intresting than the Killers and also are much better. Buy, Buy!
  55. Ava
    Aug 28, 2005
    2
    This mediocre CD might have some catchy melodies, but it has dreadful lyrics, lacks substance, and doesn't retain any shred of originality.
  56. TheyRule
    Apr 17, 2007
    8
    Whoever thinks they sound like The Killers is seriously retarded. The Killers are boring posers who think they are original. This is pure fun. Robert Smith should call Brandon Flowers, that cocky twat.
  57. MattH
    Mar 31, 2005
    5
    Despite the fact these guys have two potential hits in "An Honest Mistake" and "Unconditional", the amount of hype surrounding this band is completely unwarranted. This album is the most blatant style-over-substance effort in recent memory. Absent an ounce of genuine emotion, you are left with an insipid exercise in mediocrity. Listen to Bloc Party's Silent Alarm for some new Despite the fact these guys have two potential hits in "An Honest Mistake" and "Unconditional", the amount of hype surrounding this band is completely unwarranted. This album is the most blatant style-over-substance effort in recent memory. Absent an ounce of genuine emotion, you are left with an insipid exercise in mediocrity. Listen to Bloc Party's Silent Alarm for some new new-wave stuff that is not utterly disposable.… Expand
  58. edg
    Apr 12, 2005
    0
    Boring crap.
  59. sigmundd
    Apr 12, 2005
    8
    good stuff bitches, dont let the snobs dissuade you
  60. Pookie
    Apr 19, 2005
    10
    brilliant
  61. ErikaL
    Apr 19, 2005
    10
    I guess alot of these negative comments come from people obviously usung crack, they seriously don't know a good group when they see one, why attack a band that is full of talented people, attack someone like Britney Spears that does nothing except lip-syncs her way to the top of a corperation solely based on sex, so what I have to say to the negative reviews, go straight to rehab!
  62. RynaS
    Apr 25, 2005
    9
    This is a great album. I really think those that don't like it are the kids that would have loved this band if they had only heard their music a year ago (when I did). I have kept my ear to the ground for new music and when I was luckiiue enouh to see them in early 2004 by random chance I knew they were somthing great. Theire music was done before the killers so give it a reast on This is a great album. I really think those that don't like it are the kids that would have loved this band if they had only heard their music a year ago (when I did). I have kept my ear to the ground for new music and when I was luckiiue enouh to see them in early 2004 by random chance I knew they were somthing great. Theire music was done before the killers so give it a reast on the comparision stuff. The Bravery are a great band "So F@#% the Nacaryers and keep going , you gotta do what you gotta do to get the people going."… Expand
  63. BrianB
    Apr 26, 2005
    9
    First thing I thought of when I played the CD was the Killers. But then after listening to the CD several times it sounded more like Robert Smith of the Cure leading New Order. They have a unique sound that will capture you. This is a great CD that will grow on you for sure.
  64. lynd
    Apr 27, 2005
    10
    This band may remind you of others but when you listen they are so unique and they put on a GREAT show. Theyre songs are awsome. I def. recommend it.
  65. TalalA
    May 11, 2005
    9
    Most of you people trashing the bravery fear any electronic sounds for some odd reason. You also believe that if some other band comes out with a similar genre before that it makes any album after that less entertaining.... tell that to pearl jam when they came after nirvana...
  66. carlos
    May 16, 2005
    10
    love it!!!!
  67. Ariochlordofchaos
    May 19, 2005
    7
    Okay - sound like a bit of a cross between The Stranglers and The Cure - bin dun bin heard
  68. BrianP
    Jun 26, 2005
    9
    Two things: 1. The Bravery > The Killers. They're not as flimsy and whiney as the Killers are with their music (The choir in "Andy You're a Star"? Was that nessecary?) 2. You have to be extremely close-minded or have yet to hear the album if you rate this a 1 or 0. I'm not saying you have to have taste to listen to them, but rather, an open mind and the ability to hear Two things: 1. The Bravery > The Killers. They're not as flimsy and whiney as the Killers are with their music (The choir in "Andy You're a Star"? Was that nessecary?) 2. You have to be extremely close-minded or have yet to hear the album if you rate this a 1 or 0. I'm not saying you have to have taste to listen to them, but rather, an open mind and the ability to hear something before bashing it.… Expand
  69. EddieX
    Aug 18, 2005
    9
    Great 80s Mix Sound with progressive Elements - sound for a frustrated Generation
  70. hgmmhm
    Nov 6, 2006
    10
    theyre the best band ever!!!!1
  71. KAndino
    Jan 19, 2007
    8
    Great retro sound!
  72. ameliae
    Nov 21, 2006
    8
    fun, summery dancey album with energy

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Metascore
66

Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 24
  3. Negative: 4 out of 24
  1. Urb
    70
    They definitely know their way around the early Duran catalog, not forgetting the requisite stops at New Order and the Psychedelic Furs. [Apr 2005, p.101]
  2. New Musical Express (NME)
    70
    It's bold, brash, trashy fun that will tempt Killers fans to fall in lust all over again. [19 Mar 2005, p.57]
  3. Rolling Stone
    60
    The Bravery do a jockier version of the New Wave competition, pumping the drums in straight-ahead tunes such as "An Honest Mistake" and "The Ring Song."
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