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. EnelyE
    Oct 4, 2005
    10
    I really love that album.
  5. 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
  6. 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...
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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.
  10. SashiaA
    May 3, 2005
    10
    THis BAND IS AWSOME!!!!!
  11. josel
    May 30, 2005
    8
    cool revived, revamped 80s sounds for the 21st century. yeah!
  12. 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.
  13. *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
  14. 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
  15. 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!!
  16. filiped
    Nov 2, 2005
    10
    no comments!! too good for coments
  17. 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!
  18. 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.
  19. PatchV
    Mar 29, 2005
    10
    Fuck the Hives, these motherfuckers are good.
  20. 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.
  21. 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)
  22. 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!
  23. KimK
    Apr 19, 2005
    10
    Sounds like U2 doing a Cars album. One entire ton of fun!
  24. 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.
  25. 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-!
  26. 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
  27. 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!
  28. HelenB
    May 7, 2005
    10
    This CD is awesome - their video is over the top!!! It's about time...
  29. vicky....
    Jun 14, 2005
    10
    It makes funner doing the dishes and gave my iPod some flare.... In my way of thinking anyways....
  30. 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.
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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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