The Open Door
by Evanescence
  • Record Label: Wind-Up
  • Release Date: Oct 3, 2006
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8.5

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  3. Negative: 20 out of 231

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  1. AdrianS
    Dec 5, 2009
    10
    I think this album is Amazing, Amy and the band did a great job. The vocals are as outstanding as Fallen's and even more powerful. Buy It!
  2. GamecubeLover
    Jul 3, 2016
    10
    This is one of the best evanescence albums the band has created. The songs are meaningful and they aren't bad at all. This is not her best album but it's like the 3rd one.
  3. SteveW.
    Jan 2, 2008
    5
    Boring and formulaic, very simple. A massive descent in originality and I'm gonna just come out and say that Amy Lee is a singer and shouldn't be allowed to write her own songs again. Not that it was terrible, I quite liked how some of the instrumentals fit so well together, and had some fair musical progression, but was still very uninteresting. Of course my least favorite song Boring and formulaic, very simple. A massive descent in originality and I'm gonna just come out and say that Amy Lee is a singer and shouldn't be allowed to write her own songs again. Not that it was terrible, I quite liked how some of the instrumentals fit so well together, and had some fair musical progression, but was still very uninteresting. Of course my least favorite song here has to be "sweet sacrifice", because Amy Lee's voice in that is so all over the bloody place. She needs someone telling her which tones sound good together because she doesn't have a clue.… Expand
  4. Tosh
    Oct 14, 2006
    3
    Disapointing... all the songs sound the same. there's no progress since the last album and you can really sense the absence of Ben Moody. they tried to use the familiar 'formlas' they used in the prevoius comercially succesful album but it doesn't seem to work. the majority of the songs sound forced and in the same time the melodies are purely weak...
  5. Roguedendron
    Oct 17, 2006
    0
    The worst music ever recorded... Even worse than Andrew Ridgley's debut.
  6. RoryW
    Oct 20, 2006
    4
    I loved Fallen, remains one of my favourite albums, but to be honest The Open Door is in my opinion the greatest failure in recent gothic rock. None of the tracks stand out whereas Fallen could easily have produced 11 singles. Bitterly dissapointed, I've lost a great deal of respect for the band
  7. josel
    Oct 6, 2006
    0
    trash, compared to fallen, their breakout album. go back to the studio, or get someone just as good as moody, cuz your voice isn't gonna cut it.
  8. KimE
    Sep 1, 2009
    2
    I bought this and put it on my album in 2006, and three years later I'm not sure I've listened to a single song yet without skipping it. This music is lifeless and bland.
  9. VioletH
    Nov 6, 2006
    2
    Samey songs, extremely poor vocals that border on yelling during the majority of the album, too many effects, rubbish lyrics, no variety whatsoever. So so sad. How the mighty are fallen. (No pun intended there...)
  10. Rath
    Dec 12, 2006
    0
    Ditch this album and get something by Nightwish. You'll thank me later.
  11. Doofus
    Oct 31, 2006
    0
    Oh, for God's sake hurry up and kill yourself, woman! That's right, you wont coz you are a goth-faker who wouldn't know the word "conviction" if it was carved into your forearm by a member of the Manic Street Preachers or The Cure. The world would be a much better place without this unlistenable, shallow dirge.
  12. GeorgeC.
    Feb 7, 2008
    0
    Even Jesus thinks their music sucks.
  13. IL.
    Dec 16, 2006
    1
    Did someone actually call this the best album of 2006? HAHAHAHAHAHA! this album is as amateur as the last but at the same time is worse. At least My Immortal was a good song on the last album. This has nothing.
  14. TomF
    Dec 4, 2006
    0
    I had to listen to this at work the other day when someone else put a CD in. This is what passes for goth these days...pathetic. Complete rubbish with as doofus said, "no conviction at all".
  15. Jamesl.
    May 18, 2007
    0
    her voice is so posh and they're so rubbish they cant keep there band members
  16. joelw
    Jun 11, 2008
    2
    They tried to hard to have amy lee do crazy and frankly bad sounding crap with her voice. she almost sounded like someone on american idle for a while. the cd had its good songs but was mainly crap. i hope their next album is more like fallen which was a masterpiece.
  17. KrisH.
    Nov 19, 2007
    2
    Theoretically, this album could have been almost good, but I think they forgot to mix the thing at the last minute. Lee's vocals on Fallen were complimented by it, and worked in harmony. On this album, it sound like she's recording inside a garbage can. Overall, the music just doesn't have the power and drive that Moody gave it. I was hopeful for the second album, but, Theoretically, this album could have been almost good, but I think they forgot to mix the thing at the last minute. Lee's vocals on Fallen were complimented by it, and worked in harmony. On this album, it sound like she's recording inside a garbage can. Overall, the music just doesn't have the power and drive that Moody gave it. I was hopeful for the second album, but, alas, it's crap.… Expand
  18. JuanL
    Oct 7, 2006
    8
    Ben Moody's abscence jumps right in front of your eyes... but that's not bad at all. All of us knew that overpassing the iconic "Fallen" was a though task, and I still think "Fallen" was better than "The open door". However this album is another great job by the lovely Amy Lee, her voice again is the best reminder of why we love Evanescence. This disc is more private than Ben Moody's abscence jumps right in front of your eyes... but that's not bad at all. All of us knew that overpassing the iconic "Fallen" was a though task, and I still think "Fallen" was better than "The open door". However this album is another great job by the lovely Amy Lee, her voice again is the best reminder of why we love Evanescence. This disc is more private than "Fallen" which was very commercial; and also has more music diversity (Lacrymosa'd fit in any Halloween celebration), so in the end is different from "Fallen". The main defect of "The open door" is the lack of strenght throughout the whole disc. Some songs are just tiring pieces. Overall is a wonderful disc by a band that has still too many things to offer, since this is only their second album... musically speaking, we'll have Evanescence for a while.… Expand
  19. JoW
    Oct 30, 2006
    6
    While this album has some amazing lyrics, some incredible vocals, and some excellent tempos, the key word here is "some". There is so much more that could have been done, and a lot more that shouldn't have been done. Overproduced vocals combine with underwhelming guitars to create track after track of what sounds like the same song. Lead singer Amy Lee has a pure and amazing voice, While this album has some amazing lyrics, some incredible vocals, and some excellent tempos, the key word here is "some". There is so much more that could have been done, and a lot more that shouldn't have been done. Overproduced vocals combine with underwhelming guitars to create track after track of what sounds like the same song. Lead singer Amy Lee has a pure and amazing voice, but sadly it is hidden behind layered and distorted vocals. The guitars are predictable and amateur, which may be the reason for all of the other types of background noises and distortion. The songs lack internal coherence. They swtich from being mournful, to ethereal, to soulful, to fist-pumping rock within a few short seconds, leaving the listener wondering what type of sound the band was trying to achieve on each track.… Expand
  20. JoeC
    Oct 4, 2006
    10
    I can't believe what these critics are saying, they must have been just skipping the songs because their in a rush or something. This is my favorite album of the year. WOW! You just can't count on critics anymore.
  21. AnthonyJ
    Oct 4, 2006
    7
    I really wanted to like this CD...Fallen was a classic; innovative, emotional, and musically respectable. No other artists have been able to blend rock-goth-and positive energy. It was dark and moody, but still uplifting and energizing. The new CD has two, maybe three songs that are creative, confident, and catchy. The rest of the album is predictable; lacking innovative vocal and I really wanted to like this CD...Fallen was a classic; innovative, emotional, and musically respectable. No other artists have been able to blend rock-goth-and positive energy. It was dark and moody, but still uplifting and energizing. The new CD has two, maybe three songs that are creative, confident, and catchy. The rest of the album is predictable; lacking innovative vocal and instrumental harmonies and sounding scripted/redundant. Overall, its a good album compared to everything else out there, but the search for a female-led true rock and roll band still continues.… Expand
  22. AyonF
    Oct 5, 2006
    10
    BACK WITH MATURITY, DIVERSITY AND MAYBE ANOTHER MULTI PLATINUM RECORD After 3 years of absence, the gothic band that sold about 14 million copies last time has come back with more a new different style
  23. jyo_tirmayad
    Oct 5, 2006
    5
    Amy Lee should have waited it out until more good songs came to surface in her emotionally ridden writer's world. There is nothing on "...Door" which is as good as "Bring Me to Life" or "My Immortal" from the album Fallen album. "Call Me When Your Sober" would have been only one of the good songs on "Fallen" but not a song for which it would have been immortalized by. Saying that, Amy Lee should have waited it out until more good songs came to surface in her emotionally ridden writer's world. There is nothing on "...Door" which is as good as "Bring Me to Life" or "My Immortal" from the album Fallen album. "Call Me When Your Sober" would have been only one of the good songs on "Fallen" but not a song for which it would have been immortalized by. Saying that, there are a few saving graces: Amy Lee has a fantastic voice; she is still young and can make it better the 3rd time around -- let's face it, coming close to the grand majesty of "Fallen" would have been hard for ANY band; and she is inherently talented and rocks, plain and simple. I bought this CD and will listent to it a lot, because there are some beautiful moments on it and because of Amy Lee's personal charisma and beautiful voice. It is a beautiful instrument, and too bad they couldn't find nearly enough material to match it. And yes, Ben Moody's presence, as expected, has shown us that Amy Lee's voice was only half of Evanescence's brilliance. At least on "Fallen."… Expand
  24. DarcyB
    Oct 6, 2006
    6
    The first album had a theme and feel who's individual parts stood on their own as unique. This album is like alphabits drowning in soup. You can see that they're there, they all taste like tomato, and there are too many Es. I'm disappointed. The songs feel uninspired, if not tired, as if the band didn't know what to do with itself. The music remains true to the genre, The first album had a theme and feel who's individual parts stood on their own as unique. This album is like alphabits drowning in soup. You can see that they're there, they all taste like tomato, and there are too many Es. I'm disappointed. The songs feel uninspired, if not tired, as if the band didn't know what to do with itself. The music remains true to the genre, and it's production quality is high, so it's not a bad listen by any means. You'll just have a hard time remembering, "oh yeah, that was song 11!"… Expand
  25. Connor
    Jan 24, 2007
    9
    Fantastic. Any fan of Fallen will love this. The best songs are Lithium, Lacrymosa and Like You which are all brilliant! Although a bit less dark than Fallen, that doesn't matter, it is still a great effort.
  26. Ori
    Mar 10, 2007
    10
    This album isnt for 1st listening and not even 2nd. After you hear it couple of times You realize how good it is! Great album!
  27. AdamR
    Oct 11, 2006
    9
    It's brilliant. Although it takes a little more time to break through the layers that fallen, it's well worth the repeat listens. Far superior in terms of complexity and depth.
  28. SamL
    Nov 1, 2006
    10
    The CD is amazing. Amy Lee's vocals are stronger than ever! And Evanescence is concert is beyond amazing, they sounded awsome! This CD rocks! Keep it up, Ev! I love you guys!
  29. DonS
    Oct 12, 2006
    9
    This was an excellent CD! No, it is not "Fallen", but the band is in a different place than it was 3 years ago. "The Open Door" is a fine example of a musical group that is still growing, still evolving. Amy's voice is nothing short of phenomenal. I believe that Evanescence is one of the few musical groups that has escaped the "sophomore jinx" as far as albums go...
  30. GailW
    Oct 20, 2006
    10
    Amy Lee has put her heart and soul into a beautiful gothic album. "Lithium" is pure gothic extasy ~ god bless the bleeding heart and soul of Kurt Cobain. The opening song is astounding. She uses her vocals in all sorts of beautiful wails and it is bliss to hear her at the peak of her vocal lifetime. Amy Lee was born to sing, and she is singing it all very beautifully with all kinds of Amy Lee has put her heart and soul into a beautiful gothic album. "Lithium" is pure gothic extasy ~ god bless the bleeding heart and soul of Kurt Cobain. The opening song is astounding. She uses her vocals in all sorts of beautiful wails and it is bliss to hear her at the peak of her vocal lifetime. Amy Lee was born to sing, and she is singing it all very beautifully with all kinds of textures and highlights and lowlights throughout the album. I love the fact that the album is over 55 minutes long. That means she really has faith in the material and is happy with it. That makes for a great live show, which it was when I saw her a few days ago at the Riviera Club in Chicago. She had so many more ballads to sing and so many more rocking songs that she coudln't possibly put them all into one concert. Two years ago her show suffered a little because of the shortness of it, but she has more than made up for it for her loyal fans. She is a gothic goddess whose songs are to be nurtured and cherished by those of the same nature. So go buy it!… Expand
  31. DericC.
    Oct 25, 2006
    9
    I wasn't a big fan of Fallen but decided to take a gamble and get this CD. I am definitely not regretting it. Amy Lee's vocals are flawless, it's really beautiful. She reaches all the notes effortlessly while creating an emotional atmosphere. Tracks like "Lacrymosa" and "Good Enough" are pure genius. However, if there is a problem with the CD, I don't see any other I wasn't a big fan of Fallen but decided to take a gamble and get this CD. I am definitely not regretting it. Amy Lee's vocals are flawless, it's really beautiful. She reaches all the notes effortlessly while creating an emotional atmosphere. Tracks like "Lacrymosa" and "Good Enough" are pure genius. However, if there is a problem with the CD, I don't see any other commercial tracks worthy to be released as singles. Even "Call Me When You're Sober" wasn't immediately appealing. Not a single track is as immediately likeable as the singles from Fallen. Plus there should have been more slower moments such as "Good Enough". I hope this album sells a lot more than Fallen although it might be quite impossible.… Expand
  32. Josh
    Dec 6, 2006
    10
    Very addicting, fresh and new. Has a spooky vibe and is easily the best CD of 2006.
  33. AnitaB
    Oct 30, 2006
    8
    "Fallen" was like a one long boring tracks. "The Open Door" is a more complete album, with a few experimental tracks like "Your Star". Interpretation on "Lithium" is the top of the album and maybe would be the new "My Immortal".
  34. deynag
    Oct 30, 2006
    10
    its the best song i have ever heard its so cool its way better then any other of her songs! wat is wrong with u people it needs a 20 out off 10
  35. sarab
    Oct 4, 2006
    10
    This is one of the most original albums I have ever heard. Every song has it's own musical theme and how she uses her voice is amazing!! well worth the wait, thankfully!!!
  36. C.J.Ferguson
    Oct 4, 2006
    9
    I loved Fallen, Open Door is equal on all fronts. Great buy for $10 from wally world
  37. ShankarG
    Oct 5, 2006
    10
    Dark, teasing, gothic delights ~ Amy Lee is a goddess who is just exploring her own inner world of goth. Her voice is the voice of a gothic angel -- my god, the girl even looks goth wearing blue jeans and no make up -- and she is crying about love one thinks but she is also crying about the fallen nature of the human condition. Her lyrical and musical nuances in the beautiful subtle Dark, teasing, gothic delights ~ Amy Lee is a goddess who is just exploring her own inner world of goth. Her voice is the voice of a gothic angel -- my god, the girl even looks goth wearing blue jeans and no make up -- and she is crying about love one thinks but she is also crying about the fallen nature of the human condition. Her lyrical and musical nuances in the beautiful subtle "ballads" are detected only by those who are true fans of goth music -- the kind that we have forgotten about such as Lycia, Black Tape for a Blue Girl, and Switchbalde Symphony. Of course "The Open Door" won't sell as many as "Fallen" did, but so what. So what if many will think that "The Open Door" is not as "good" as "Fallen." It's different ~ the young lady has not gone out and made another "Fallen." She has turned the gothic dial, and this is the one she is singing now and is also the one which will retain the true fans of Amy Lee and of true goth music, and lose the idiots. Having said all of this, "The Open Door" is simply beautiful! Simply majestic! Amy is a great great young artist.… Expand
  38. BrettV
    Oct 9, 2006
    10
    I became an Evanescence fan when I heard "Going Under" from Fallen in 2003. I promptly bought that album and it became my favorite one - and the group became my favorite band as well. Soon after that I heard Origin and the majority of the band's unreleased material. My musical interests have expanded greatly since I first got into Evanescence, yet they remained my favorite act I became an Evanescence fan when I heard "Going Under" from Fallen in 2003. I promptly bought that album and it became my favorite one - and the group became my favorite band as well. Soon after that I heard Origin and the majority of the band's unreleased material. My musical interests have expanded greatly since I first got into Evanescence, yet they remained my favorite act despite the lack of new material from them in the past few years. I'd been looking forward to the release of their next album with great anticipation and very high expectations, but I must say that those hopes were a bit mellower than they could have been because one of the things I enjoyed most about Fallen was Ben Moody's guitar riffs. I was also afraid the quality of the songwriting would decrease with Moody's departure. Fortunately these misgivings were unfounded. Terry Balsamo is a more than adequate replacement - in fact, I think the band is better with him than with Moody. Amy Lee does not disappoint with her writing or piano playing, either, and her voice is once again sublime. She's the best thing about the band and as long as she's around I no longer see any reason to think that Evanescence will do anything but improve. I've now listened to The Open Door more than 20 times and I can say with complete confidence that it has supplanted Fallen as my favorite album ever and it improves on all the band's previous efforts in every possible way.… Expand
  39. Aerows
    Oct 27, 2007
    10
    Amy Lee's voice has just gotten stronger, and her band has just gotten better. The Open Door has all of the elements of a top-notch rock album, but what sets it apart is it is injected with strong personal experience. I didn't like this album much when I first listened to it, which is always a good sign for me - the albums I'm not entirely sure about, if they manage to stay Amy Lee's voice has just gotten stronger, and her band has just gotten better. The Open Door has all of the elements of a top-notch rock album, but what sets it apart is it is injected with strong personal experience. I didn't like this album much when I first listened to it, which is always a good sign for me - the albums I'm not entirely sure about, if they manage to stay with me, tend to become favorites. This one has staying power.… Expand
  40. AmandaG
    Feb 5, 2007
    10
    I don't care what anyone says about this album! I believe it to be an absolutely gorgeous triumph over the previous Fallen. The spooky vibes are enough to chill you to the bone and it tells all that life ain't so pretty, but it still can be a masterpiece.
  41. JC
    Feb 6, 2007
    9
    Contrary to what other people have been saying, this album is better than their last album-- Fallen. this is a must buy for ANY evanescence fan out there. Some good songs you should listen to once you get the album: Lithium, Lacrymosa, Snow White Queen, Your Star, Call me when you're sober, and Good Enough.
  42. KatieW
    Apr 15, 2007
    10
    Really great CD. Amy has a great voice range and most of the songs showcase her singing. I'm glad to hear more piano along with a harder guitar sound.
  43. TiarO
    Oct 11, 2006
    10
    Beautiful songs, excellent vocals, sublime record. Evanescence have shown that they can alter their style slightly to improve and to grow. The melodys of many of the songs have a noticably arabic electric guitar tine to them, which is nothing short of genius. You'll find yourself staring hard at the lyrics provided with the album as you listen to Amy lee pull off some absolutly Beautiful songs, excellent vocals, sublime record. Evanescence have shown that they can alter their style slightly to improve and to grow. The melodys of many of the songs have a noticably arabic electric guitar tine to them, which is nothing short of genius. You'll find yourself staring hard at the lyrics provided with the album as you listen to Amy lee pull off some absolutly fantastic and original vocals, lost in her stories and tales, grateful that she ever shared them in the first place. My favourite album of all time, and the only record I see as perfect. Highlights are All That I'm Living For, Sweet Sacrifice and Like You. Nothing short of masterful.… Expand
  44. RayhanT
    Oct 12, 2006
    10
    One of da best albums i have eva heard....Evanescence did an awesome job...Amy lee's vocals was superb..and the new guitarist was really gud 2....i loved it...!!!
  45. JennyS
    Oct 13, 2006
    10
    I think it is a very good album and shows a lot of Amy Lee's personal feelings about her life.
  46. NatdRat
    Oct 17, 2006
    6
    Amy Lee's vocals are top notch on The Open Door, but they are not enough to lift this second album above average. Amy's longtime friend and writing partner, Ben Moody, is certainly missed as the songs are somewhat banal and meandering. Expect "Call Me When Your Sober" to be the only memorable tune off of this release as all the others are not quite airplay worthy.
  47. SilvioP
    Nov 8, 2006
    9
    its a very good album but it could be better, it has great and original lyrics, its sometimes strengthless and amazeless compared to Fallen, but it has more plot, its like a history of someone trying to get free but it realize that it has to die to release itself, and at the end it dies and that feels Good Enough. And the Grammy goes to...
  48. Sarah
    Oct 21, 2006
    10
    Everyone has their views on the album, but I think it is absolutely a-m-a-z-i-n-g, if Evanescence was not good then they wouldn't be going to the top of the billboard charts w/their songs and selling all those albums world wide. I guess you have to be a true ev fan to really understand the music. Evanescence music has helped me so much in the past years. Everyone has their faviorite Everyone has their views on the album, but I think it is absolutely a-m-a-z-i-n-g, if Evanescence was not good then they wouldn't be going to the top of the billboard charts w/their songs and selling all those albums world wide. I guess you have to be a true ev fan to really understand the music. Evanescence music has helped me so much in the past years. Everyone has their faviorite band, Evanescence just so happens to be mine. I admire Amy and the band for all that have acomplished, but hey atleast she's better than some people. Just think if you were in Amy's shoes what your life would be like, if you could see and feel the hell that she went through and see if you wouldn't write songs like she does, that what makes me admire her so much is that she is able to write her pain on paper. she may-b a person just like everyone else but she does still have to deal with other things that we don't. To be totally honest I think some people are just jealous because they don't have the success that she has.… Expand
  49. NickS
    Oct 24, 2006
    8
    Excellent guitar work and Amy Lee improves on the band formula.
  50. RyanD
    Oct 27, 2006
    10
    i have to say, this is simply the perfect follow up to fallen, Evanescence could not have hit a better cord then what they did here, 10+++
  51. KennyH
    Oct 28, 2006
    10
    it's just perfect.. she can sing like an angel en it's sometimes so dark that I like it!
  52. EricS
    Oct 30, 2006
    10
    I'm an old guy and yeah I've heard it all before, from Dean Martin to Acid Bath. But this, well this is new and refreshing. I'd mostly given up on rock but this restores my faith. The Open Door is the most powerful CDI've heard in a long time. Gorgeous vocals, a full emotional range, and it rocks. Very chromatic. Goth, Mozart, heavy metal. All nicely controlled for I'm an old guy and yeah I've heard it all before, from Dean Martin to Acid Bath. But this, well this is new and refreshing. I'd mostly given up on rock but this restores my faith. The Open Door is the most powerful CDI've heard in a long time. Gorgeous vocals, a full emotional range, and it rocks. Very chromatic. Goth, Mozart, heavy metal. All nicely controlled for maximum impact.… Expand
  53. DREFromCharlotte
    Oct 4, 2006
    6
    Heavy metal with a womanly spin? Or just Tori Amos turned Goth? I like Evanescence a lot, and there is a lot to like here. The music can be thrilling. But this seems repetitive and dark. Guitarist Ben Moody is missed -- the guitar hooks are way too predictable and pedestrian. Singer Amy Lee is a mightly talent, and in one out of every three songs, we get to really enjoy her talent.
  54. BrianP
    Oct 5, 2006
    10
    this cd is everything i expexted and more
  55. MattieW
    Oct 6, 2006
    10
    One of the best new cd's. Evanescencetheopendoor rocks!
  56. MattD.
    Oct 6, 2006
    8
    Captures the essence of Evanescence better than Fallen did, and is less commercial. Lets Amy Lee show off her talents. The horror effects get a bit too much, but it certainly works for Halloween.
  57. JoeB
    Oct 6, 2006
    9
    No, this is not a Fallen remake. Why would anyone want that anyway? It is as different as I was 3 years ago. That doesn't make it a bad album. It is heavier and the lyrics are as haunting, if not more, than anything in the past. Amy's voice is like the Siren's song as it pulls you into her world of story telling. This is one of those albums that is an easy listen but the No, this is not a Fallen remake. Why would anyone want that anyway? It is as different as I was 3 years ago. That doesn't make it a bad album. It is heavier and the lyrics are as haunting, if not more, than anything in the past. Amy's voice is like the Siren's song as it pulls you into her world of story telling. This is one of those albums that is an easy listen but the more time you spend understanding the story she's telling, the more compelling this album becomes.… Expand
  58. andream
    Oct 7, 2006
    10
    this album is incredible!!!!!!!!!
  59. 10000DaysMessiahEternalGod
    Oct 9, 2006
    10
    Amy Lee is one of my four brides to be. And her newest album is so very good indeed. I am bringing heaven down soon. And I am taking her too heaven with me to adorn her with many of the stars of God. And remember. It's not about the land or the sea where you will find happiness. But only by the dwelling of his majesty. Jeruselum I will not forget her. Just wait until I get my Amy Lee is one of my four brides to be. And her newest album is so very good indeed. I am bringing heaven down soon. And I am taking her too heaven with me to adorn her with many of the stars of God. And remember. It's not about the land or the sea where you will find happiness. But only by the dwelling of his majesty. Jeruselum I will not forget her. Just wait until I get my uncle's old band Prisoner 420 back together. And the Godhead's band with my other three brides in it. Then I'll show you something you've never seen or heard or experienced before. As eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, nor hath entered into the hearts of man/woman those things which I have prepared for those who love me. And continually keep my commandments. Who have the faith of Jesus. And the patience of the Saints. p.s. Soon fire will come down from my tongue. -TheGodofFemalesandVampires-… Expand
  60. KelvinH.
    Dec 25, 2007
    10
    "The Open Door" sold more than 1,000,000 in four weeks only in US and was classified as the "Album of the Year" by the MTV Australia Music Video. This tells everything we need to know. The album is so mature, so stronger, just perfect! Amy has grown a lot.
  61. Melissa
    Oct 27, 2007
    10
    Wow, what a great album. There are only a few albums that contain all great songs, and The Open Door has joined that elite club for me. I can listen to it from start to finish, and truly enjoy all of it.
  62. tracyt
    Mar 14, 2007
    10
    best album
  63. ClaireG
    Apr 3, 2007
    10
    The best i have ever heard from evanescence i have been a fan for a long time but this album is both moving and HONEST not like most artists out there today. GREAT JOB AMY
  64. keirons
    May 13, 2007
    10
    the best album there is nouthing can beat this amy lee has got the best voice
  65. Zerox.
    Aug 1, 2007
    10
    this album rocks i love it its not fallen or best as fallen theres to much of a pop album like call me when upir sober but still has that dark escence in your star and snow white queen but i still love this album but fallen was better
  66. JavierS.
    Aug 30, 2007
    10
    Out-of-this-world lyrics and some ghostly rock music makes The Open Door a must have if you liked Fallen. The best of it: Lithium, Lacrymosa and Call me when you are sober. Three songs worth of an entire album, but also with some other nice additions such as Good enough, Sweet Sacryfice, Like you and Cloud nine. Fantastic.
  67. DavidP.
    Jan 2, 2008
    10
    Amy Lee really put her heart making this album, with her lovely and powerful voice, and her excellent musical taste, The Open Door is anything but a piece of art.
  68. JD
    Oct 5, 2009
    9
    Glad to see there's the idiots on here that give out rediculously low scores for no apparent reason. Oh, and Jesus is on here too! Anyways, the album is very different from the first, but the sound is more experimental and Amy's voice is much stronger. I love the melodies and layering of her voice on the tracks. The isn't a critic's album I guess, but I love it.
  69. BlakeM
    May 21, 2009
    10
    Amy Lee's vocal's could not have been better suited for the song she was sining, as well as the main message in the song. When she sings'Call me when your sober' she has a comicaly evil tone to her voice. When she sings 'Like you' you can tell she's truly upset. Well done!
  70. LexB
    Jul 15, 2009
    10
    This album is as good as the first one. It may has a darker theme only. I don't miss Ben Moody - what's done is done, people. My favorite tracks are Sweet sacrifice, Call me when you're sober, Lacrymosa, Like you, Lose control, Your star and Good enough. I disliked All that I'm living for and Cloud nine.
  71. EdnitaR
    Sep 3, 2009
    6
    I think that The Open Door wasn't as good as Fallen but I did like some of the songs like call me when your sober, and lithium.
  72. Michelle
    Nov 11, 2006
    10
    I love Evanescence. Amy Lee's voice is just so awesome. I think anyone that doesn't like then sucks! They rock so hard. I can't pick a favorite song on this CD they are all so bad ass. This CD is as good as their first CD if not slightly better. GO EVANESCENCE!
  73. MinaN
    Oct 11, 2006
    6
    Not as good as "Fallen", quite disappointing. Not even a memorable song and they sound too similar. Anyway, it's not bad.
  74. JulieL
    Nov 16, 2006
    10
    Some of my favorite songs from the album is The Only One, Sweet Sacrifice, Lithium, Weight of the World, and Lacrymosa. Great CD!!!
  75. CalebB
    Nov 21, 2006
    10
    Hard rock, good lyrics, creepiness, beatiful vocals...what's not to like? Sweet Sacrifice...good guitar, good lyrics and wonderful singing make this song awesome! One high note was not hit well by Amy but no one's perfect.. Call Me When You're Sober...powerful and awesome guitar....the lyrics, about her relationship with the lead singer of seether, just show Amy's Hard rock, good lyrics, creepiness, beatiful vocals...what's not to like? Sweet Sacrifice...good guitar, good lyrics and wonderful singing make this song awesome! One high note was not hit well by Amy but no one's perfect.. Call Me When You're Sober...powerful and awesome guitar....the lyrics, about her relationship with the lead singer of seether, just show Amy's confidence about leaving him. Weight of the World...love the intro...works well. it goes from slow to fast and Amy's beautiful voice just ties it all together. Lithium...I admit, i was a bit leery of this song at first but listening to the lyrics and what it's about it screams #1 on the charts! Cloud Nine...love the sound effects and the guitar and lyrics just put it together and make it an awesome song! Snow White Queen...truly creepy. i got chills the first couple of times...powerful lyrics...maybe not single material but a wonderful song Lacrymosa...Amy using Mozart's Lacrymosa and turning it into her own song was absolutely brilliant. The song is emotional and the lyrics work well. Like You...might be my favorite on the album...you can hear Amy's pain over the death of her sister. The pure agony of the experience just rings through her voice and makes the song very beautiful and awesome. 20/10 Lose Control...the piano intro and then the awesome guitar and vocals...plus the sound effects...wow. perfect song. The Only One...the beginning starting off slow and eventually getting faster. Absolutely remarkable. Awesomely unique song. Your Star..Changes pace often but never feeling. You can feel Amy's emotions and you can tell this song means something. Beautiful song. All That I'm Living For...very creepy and beautiful. Seems to lead into Good Enough well. Increduble song. Good Enough....beautiful song...shows emotion...hope..love..something not heard from Evanescence until now. Definately a good way to end the album with something like this. Amy and the band, thank you for an excellent album. I absolutely loved it and it's what I've been waiting for and makes me proud to say Evanescence is my favorite band. Can't wait for the next album. 20000 out of 10… Expand
  76. JohnR
    Nov 20, 2006
    10
    This cd proves to the rock community that evanescence isn't afraid to experiment in thier music. On of the most positive thing in this album is that they didn't hold back, which lacked in their debut album "Fallen". in this album they showed a more experimental type of music that shows more in their demo "Origin". Personally i belive this is the best album they have came out This cd proves to the rock community that evanescence isn't afraid to experiment in thier music. On of the most positive thing in this album is that they didn't hold back, which lacked in their debut album "Fallen". in this album they showed a more experimental type of music that shows more in their demo "Origin". Personally i belive this is the best album they have came out with. T o be honest i could not listen to Fallen entirely because everything sounded the same, but in this album i could listen to it in for hours becuase every song is different. I would give this album a 20 out of 10.… Expand
  77. RandyB
    Oct 21, 2006
    9
    With a sonic storm behind her, Amy Lee's new Evanescence is realizing it's potential rather than playing the same old song in a different year. The lyrics have gotten fiercer and more personal, while the music reaches a deeper level. There's nothing here that will likely have the *same* impact as "My Immortal" from 2003's FALLEN, but that's okay-it's good not With a sonic storm behind her, Amy Lee's new Evanescence is realizing it's potential rather than playing the same old song in a different year. The lyrics have gotten fiercer and more personal, while the music reaches a deeper level. There's nothing here that will likely have the *same* impact as "My Immortal" from 2003's FALLEN, but that's okay-it's good not to repeat yourself. Instead of offering what some fans are angry about not getting a second time around, THE OPEN DOOR offers different emotional ground and hits harder than its predecessor with songs like "Snow White Queen" (about crazy stalkers with vicious intentions), "Like You" (a gorgeous eulogy to Amy's sister), "Lacrymosa" (the choral arrangements here will take anyone's breath away) and "Lose Control" (possibly the angriest song in Evanescence's roster). And then there's the closer, "Good Enough" a pretty ballad that offers something completely unseen in the Evanescence world before-a touch of happiness. It's a welcome surprise, as is everything else on THE OPEN DOOR. No offense to Ben Moody but he may have done his band a big favor by bailing out, because not only has Evanescence surpassed their debut, but they've made one of the best records of the year.… Expand
  78. fw
    Oct 28, 2006
    7
    while more material from evanescence is welcome, this album is disappointing when compared to fallen, which is one of why favourite rock albums. while the single "call me when your sober" is very good and there are some good songs towards the end of the album, much of what is here is too heavy and disorganized for it's own good. if i was looking for metalica or rage against the while more material from evanescence is welcome, this album is disappointing when compared to fallen, which is one of why favourite rock albums. while the single "call me when your sober" is very good and there are some good songs towards the end of the album, much of what is here is too heavy and disorganized for it's own good. if i was looking for metalica or rage against the machine i would have bought them(though i never would). if the guitar in the album was more refined and the album was more like fallen i would have preferred it. while i will play it from time to time, i just know it won't be the first album i pick me when i reach for evanescence on my music shelf.… Expand
  79. BerniceA.
    Nov 7, 2007
    8
    One of the most emotionally charged albums I own. Although i do prefer the music of their first album, this is an excellent follow up.
  80. CatherineM.
    Nov 9, 2007
    9
    This album has a much deeper emotional emphasis than on Fallen. I love Fallen to death, however I think that The Open Door is very retrospective of Amy's personality. I think the most influential songs on the album are "Snow White Queen, Lithium, Like You and Good Enough." Each one of these songs reflects a different perspective such as captivity, self-searching, remorse and This album has a much deeper emotional emphasis than on Fallen. I love Fallen to death, however I think that The Open Door is very retrospective of Amy's personality. I think the most influential songs on the album are "Snow White Queen, Lithium, Like You and Good Enough." Each one of these songs reflects a different perspective such as captivity, self-searching, remorse and satisfaction. Great Album!!!… Expand
  81. OMG!
    Jan 19, 2007
    10
    I dont see how this album is rubbish it is a wicked album... i admit not as good as Fallen but still it is very good.. I dont understand people these days. they wouldnt know a good rock band if it punched them in the face... you deserve a punch in the face if you think this album is bad ... hmph
  82. BrianL
    Mar 27, 2007
    10
    Amy Lee is probably the best and most powerful singer in the history of rock and roll. The Open Door is even better than Fallen which was also a 10.
  83. georgea
    Mar 28, 2008
    10
    The open door is different from fallen but it's still obvious it is evanescence.their music is so special.this album is so mature,amy's voice,the music,the lyrics everything.Fallen was like a teenage album and the open door an adult album.Also I like the fact that they tried many things in this album with songs like sweet sacrifice,lacrymosa,your star and more.Finally I like The open door is different from fallen but it's still obvious it is evanescence.their music is so special.this album is so mature,amy's voice,the music,the lyrics everything.Fallen was like a teenage album and the open door an adult album.Also I like the fact that they tried many things in this album with songs like sweet sacrifice,lacrymosa,your star and more.Finally I like that it has more anger more...I'm leaving I'm free and not like..stay,I love you...It's awesome!!… Expand
  84. KendylKlownfish
    Mar 12, 2011
    7
    Evanescence's sophomore album, The Open Door, may be overly produced, but it's attractive for that matter. However, I'd hardly qualify The Open Door as a full rock album, sadly enough. Actually, Evanescence aren't really a "real band" anymore either. As much as I adore the lovely frontman, the sound seems to rap around Lee herself most of the time. The album's lead single, "Call Me WhenEvanescence's sophomore album, The Open Door, may be overly produced, but it's attractive for that matter. However, I'd hardly qualify The Open Door as a full rock album, sadly enough. Actually, Evanescence aren't really a "real band" anymore either. As much as I adore the lovely frontman, the sound seems to rap around Lee herself most of the time. The album's lead single, "Call Me When You're Sober", is one of the only tracks you actually hear the band's "all". Another problem within the band's sound is their similarity between eachother.

    The album's ballad tracks, "Like You" and "Good Enough", are lovable for their in-depth lyrical content, but while the sound is unique, they're lackluster in the ability to relate to. The album's standout track is "Lithium". It's a wonderful flashback to their previous album, lyrically. While the track is certainly ballad-worthy, it has a beautiful "gothic rock" melody.

    Overall, The Open will please hardcore Evanescence fans, and maybe even fans of the album's unique sound. However, mainstream listeners might find it difficult to accept Evanescence's new sound.    … Expand
  85. ohaiKendyl
    May 31, 2011
    8
    The Open Door is a beautifully dark and finely polished album that's filled with Evanescence-signature guitars riffs, strings, and choir vocals, matched perfectly with Lee's angelic vocals. All of the tracks belong on a rainy day, and they're not as memorable as Fallen's collection, they'll certainly please Ev fans. Its standout tracks are the album's two singles, "Call Me When You'reThe Open Door is a beautifully dark and finely polished album that's filled with Evanescence-signature guitars riffs, strings, and choir vocals, matched perfectly with Lee's angelic vocals. All of the tracks belong on a rainy day, and they're not as memorable as Fallen's collection, they'll certainly please Ev fans. Its standout tracks are the album's two singles, "Call Me When You're Sober", Lee's ideal of revenge, and "Lithium", which sounds like a flashback from the Fallen days. However, tracks like "Snow White Queen" and "Lose Yourself" can get a bit too caught up in experimentation, losing the interest of unfamiliar listeners.… Expand
  86. Lisq
    Jun 22, 2011
    10
    It is an AMAZING album. It's one of the best rock albums ever! Evanescence and Amy Lee - they are one of the best rock artists. They do such a great music, it's so amazing, the music and the vocals are so great, magical... Everyone should buy this album, everyone.
    I give it 10 points.
  87. AD421
    Aug 23, 2011
    9
    The Open Door turned out to be the perfect way to follow up Fallen. While Fallen was extremely over-produced, poppy and cliched lyrically, The Open Door manages to be a big step in the right direction for Amy and the band. Without Ben to hold her back she shows her true artistic colors. While for the most part the guitars and drums are as stale as they were on their debut, musically theThe Open Door turned out to be the perfect way to follow up Fallen. While Fallen was extremely over-produced, poppy and cliched lyrically, The Open Door manages to be a big step in the right direction for Amy and the band. Without Ben to hold her back she shows her true artistic colors. While for the most part the guitars and drums are as stale as they were on their debut, musically the piano and Amy voice has never sounded better. The electro sounds on Snow White Queen and Lose Control give a very dark atmosphere and accomplishes what the lyrics on Fallen tried to accomplish but in a much more modern and simplistic way. The album has a real epic feel throughout and while keeping those beautiful melodies it still finds a way to have that hardness rock fans will be looking for. Evanescence still has a lot to grow but The Open Door is a fantastic step towards a brighter future. Standouts: The Only One, All That I'm Living For and Good Enough… Expand
  88. Nikos52
    Sep 16, 2011
    7
    This album has some incredible music inside, but it's not the Evanescence we know. It lacks the energy and the specialness of Fallen. Fallen had no fillers, while in this there are songs that really feel like b-sides. I can't believe i'm saying this, but at times i was bored and that's because of the slow-paced and too long parts between the choruses. They are not bad, they are just notThis album has some incredible music inside, but it's not the Evanescence we know. It lacks the energy and the specialness of Fallen. Fallen had no fillers, while in this there are songs that really feel like b-sides. I can't believe i'm saying this, but at times i was bored and that's because of the slow-paced and too long parts between the choruses. They are not bad, they are just not interesting. I still suggest this album as a great buy and wonderful music, but don't expect Fallen part II, this is well below that album.
    Great job for taking some risks and trying something new, but i was kinda dissapointed considering what i was expecting after Fallen    … Expand
  89. LucaISlandDJ
    Sep 12, 2011
    8
    The cover is gothic but when you hear the album you change idea fastly. Well structured nu-metal songs (altought they don't reflect her senimental live). SOme songs ahave got more impact than others but other ones more complicated to listen and understand.
  90. Harle
    Sep 25, 2011
    10
    The Open Door had the misfortune of being presented as and sold as a 'rock' album. What becomes clear by the end of this album is that is precisely what it isn't. Fans of said genre will be disappointed when coming across slow building songs like Lacrymosa or Your Star (especially Your Star). These are songs that beg you to 'listen' to them and leave your expectations at the door, becauseThe Open Door had the misfortune of being presented as and sold as a 'rock' album. What becomes clear by the end of this album is that is precisely what it isn't. Fans of said genre will be disappointed when coming across slow building songs like Lacrymosa or Your Star (especially Your Star). These are songs that beg you to 'listen' to them and leave your expectations at the door, because they are a journey, not just rock songs. These two songs build to two of the most dramatic and intense climaxes of the entire album, yet will be ignored by the average listener looking for an album full to the brim with an over abundance of misplaced energy. Something has to be said about Your Star in a live environment, in which it is the most effective of the album... Lacrymosa, Your Star, Like You, Good Enough, Lithium, The Only One and Lose Control are all lopped into the category of 'sounding the same' because of their slow starts and instrumentals centered around piano, yet one will find each one to be a unique experience far superior to the likes of My Immortal...

    Where this album excels is its many moods and atmospheres. Like You, from what I've read/heard, is probably one of the most polarizing songs on the album, being the slowest and softest of them all (a title that would normally be handed off to Good Enough, but of the two, Like You is still quieter... Despite the obligatory climax). To the point, Evanescence has up until now never released a song quite so desolate. Like You is another world within the album, one that is, similarly to the songs mentioned above, accused of lacking the energy of a proper rock song. I can't help but think Like You desperately needs its climax guitars replaced with strings while keeping the quieter, rippling guitar parts that fill the rest of the song. That said, this is one of the best songs of the album... Not for being catchy, not for it's head banging qualities, but for being deeply expressive and one of a kind. Though it belongs on a different cd, without a band... Just a full blown orchestra with a singer, her piano, and her lone guitarist.

    Somewhere within Snow White Queen and Lose Control, though the former is arguably one of the weakest songs instrumentally, is that 'strange' that was totally lacking in Fallen. When the song 'Haunted' tries to deliver creepy, it gives us cheesy, but Lose Control and Snow White Queen are genuinely unsettling... And this is an artistic success, whether it's commercially viable or not. I'm reminded of Fiona Apple, who came into the music world a critical success. She turned around and gave them all the finger, going on to produce such anti-airplay wonders as the entirety Extraordinary Machine and never putting the finger back down. In their own special way, Snow White Queen and Lose Control are the big artsy f*ck you of this album, and it's made all the better because of them.

    Good Enough is Amy Lee's crowning achievement. It may not be as polished as the increasingly mediocre and shallow love songs we're accustomed to, but this is without a doubt an emotional treasure and a triumph for simple, honest expression. She explores new territory lyrically, and experiments vocally... She is not afraid to show hope, even happiness in this song. All the while, the thought still lingers in her mind, "Is she good enough?". Call it whatever you want, the song is honest and it doesn't have to be anything else. It sees the angsty cliches of the genre and delivers yet another whopping f*ck you, as elegantly as possible.

    What becomes immediately clear when gauging fan reaction to this album is that today's listeners have little patience for anything but exactly what they expected. The Open Door takes the quiet intros to a number of songs from Fallen and turns them into entire verses of quiet. Again, this is one of the biggest criticisms of the album, yet the only way this becomes a drawback is by failing to see what is offered instead of the expected. Fallen was energetic, emotional, and even hyperactive... The Open Door gives us a sensual, grumbling, moody experience... In that sense it is like the smelly, overpriced, aged European cheese to Fallen's 'all it does right is melt' American cheese. I suppose the point would be: At first, The Open Door smells funny and couldn't possibly taste good, yet when you eat enough of it, you start to smell funny too. It's a different experience, different genre, and different band than the Evanescence that made Fallen... And it's better. The best bits of this album are the quietest, and it's a collection that can never be enjoyed until it is embraced for what it really is: Not a rock album... But a masterful joining of creativity and necessary restraint for the sake of the children.

    Top Songs: Like You, Lose Control, Lithium, Lacrymosa (there must be something in the L), Good Enough, Your Star, All That I'm Living For    … Expand
  91. Fiction
    Oct 12, 2011
    10
    Yes, this is clearly a personal album. The album was written entirely by Amy herself & Terry. Amy's strong voice combined with the personal lyrics, hard guitar riffs and just beautifully 'classical' ongoing tones - leads to a powerfully 'Evanescence'. They've shown the world that you don't make a record like Fallen two times. Even though the commercial for Fallen was huge. The Open Door isYes, this is clearly a personal album. The album was written entirely by Amy herself & Terry. Amy's strong voice combined with the personal lyrics, hard guitar riffs and just beautifully 'classical' ongoing tones - leads to a powerfully 'Evanescence'. They've shown the world that you don't make a record like Fallen two times. Even though the commercial for Fallen was huge. The Open Door is more personal and definitely heavy. Higly recommended.… Expand
  92. Zal
    Jan 23, 2012
    5
    While not terrible, this album was disappointing. I personally loved Fallen so I had high expectations for this. Unfortunately, I did not think it was that great. I liked some of the songs like "Snow White Queen," "Lithium, " and "The Only One," but there really wasn't much else that I liked. "Call Me When You're Sober" wasn't that enjoyable and I barely remember "Sweet Sacrifice." I thinkWhile not terrible, this album was disappointing. I personally loved Fallen so I had high expectations for this. Unfortunately, I did not think it was that great. I liked some of the songs like "Snow White Queen," "Lithium, " and "The Only One," but there really wasn't much else that I liked. "Call Me When You're Sober" wasn't that enjoyable and I barely remember "Sweet Sacrifice." I think it's sad since I loved Fallen and I do believe that Evanescence is good, but you can tell that Moody leaving the group really took it's toll, and this album shows it.… Expand
  93. Juliakay337
    Mar 19, 2012
    5
    I don't think anyone can deny that Amy Lee has exceptional vocal ability, and I think there are some well crafted songs here. However, the album is almost unbearably melancholy...it seems like a chore to listen to it. There's a difference between music that you can relate to when you're feeling down and music that truly brings you down.
  94. blasphy2012
    Jun 18, 2013
    10
    A classic, the depth of each song is stunning. You can literally play the album a dozen times in a row and hear new interesting things you didn't notice the previous times you listened to it. Brilliant!
  95. Pember96
    Nov 8, 2022
    10
    Great, dynamic album. Far beyond the average debut Fallen, which was musically monochromatic with average, one-note guitar from a mediocre guitarist; I'm aware the drummer and bassist were only session players so I won't fault them too, but I'll say that the only thing that made that album listenable was Amy's voice, lyrics, and some of the strings with the background choir. The guitarGreat, dynamic album. Far beyond the average debut Fallen, which was musically monochromatic with average, one-note guitar from a mediocre guitarist; I'm aware the drummer and bassist were only session players so I won't fault them too, but I'll say that the only thing that made that album listenable was Amy's voice, lyrics, and some of the strings with the background choir. The guitar "work" was dull, uninspired and has aged very badly on most songs). On The Open Door, Amy and Terry went musically adventurous, Amy also got thematically stronger, vocally more dynamic, incorporated her classical influences as a classical pianist as well as other stylistic elements, and the songwriting and performance overall is superior. A great array of layered music with strong songwriting and interesting production that compels you to go back and listen to it again and even find nuances you hadn't noticed before. Amy and Terry aced it here, plus this album (and future work) confirmed who was the commercial tyrant and who was the real artistic talent behind the band-less Evanescence back then; the latter one being the female musically-educated and diverse musician whose vision it was in the first place.… Expand
  96. Kai82
    Mar 19, 2020
    8
    I really enjoy the style of Evanescence. The previous album Fallen is one of my favorites and it is also their best and most successful one. My expectations for The Open Door were high. I am split with this. On one side this is really awesome and on the other it is a bit inferior to Fallen. Amy Lee has such a great voice and can sing songs in many different genres without being out ofI really enjoy the style of Evanescence. The previous album Fallen is one of my favorites and it is also their best and most successful one. My expectations for The Open Door were high. I am split with this. On one side this is really awesome and on the other it is a bit inferior to Fallen. Amy Lee has such a great voice and can sing songs in many different genres without being out of place. Combined with the rest of the band they create memorable tracks. For the new ones: The style is somewhere in the circle of alternative / gothic / symphonic rock. I avoid topics like this because the lines are blurry and for many there is no (or not enough to separate) difference. Within Temptation and Nightwish were similar for me. You got many good songs here with sad themes like departing, struggles, and serious life problems. My favorites are Sweet Sacrifice, Weight of the World, Lithium, Loose Control and All that I am Living for. Like I said all songs deal with harsh problems you can look up if you want. Like Linkin Park they make so beautiful sad songs about depressing or enraging themes. Overall a really good album but not as good as Fallen. I would recommend both albums still-… Expand
  97. CharlieBetterIs
    Jan 12, 2016
    9
    The Open Door é um álbum magnífico. Não é melhor que o Fallen, mas é ótimo. Amy Lee mostra sua evolução vocal e a banda mostra a sua diversidade instrumental, variando da guitarra até o violino.

    Pontos Altos: Lithium, Call Me When You Sober, Cloud Nine
    Pontos Baixos: Lose Control, Like You, Your Star
  98. JakeColtonLynch
    Jul 21, 2017
    8
    A woman haunted by her past trying to break out in the world, this is what the album proposes. It's a sensual and emotional album provided to us by Amy Lee's exquisite vocals. in this Album she doesn't hold herself back. Contrary to their first album "Fallen", "The Open Door" is more passionate and darker. It's about a struggle of finding yourself and deciding what you want to do. InA woman haunted by her past trying to break out in the world, this is what the album proposes. It's a sensual and emotional album provided to us by Amy Lee's exquisite vocals. in this Album she doesn't hold herself back. Contrary to their first album "Fallen", "The Open Door" is more passionate and darker. It's about a struggle of finding yourself and deciding what you want to do. In songs like "Lithium", "Weight of the World" and "All That I'm Living For" the listener hears Amy Lee trying to leave the past and live with the present. We are also introduced to some of her abstract content like "Sweet Sacrifice" and "Lose Control" both focused on human fear. The Album is charged with dark emotions but almost at the end of every song we see a hope for her to get better and at the end of the album she admits that she is going to be happy through the song "Good Enough". The song is pure love which Amy Lee has written to her future husband. It's elegant and exquisite. The albums ends with the most beautiful piano ballad Lee has ever written, which contains only piano and strings accompanied by Lee's tender vocals. In the song she is in dilemma because she doesn't feel good enough to deserve happiness. But she also says that she won't be able to resist it in case he (her future husband) offers it to her. It is truly the pinnacle of her songwriting career. The composition of the songs are brilliant, most of them start slowly, without any hint of a surprise and than they gradually build up the volume and instruments. One of the highlights of this technique is "Your Star" and "Like You". The Album has a unique vibe in contrast to their first mainstream album "Fallen". It's almost opera-like. A beautiful work of art. 8/10… Expand
  99. HPFANBOY1237
    Nov 30, 2017
    8
    Unfortunately, I'm not sure Evanescence can ever top "Fallen". They started out TOO good and made TOO much of a hit with "Fallen". "The Open Door" is by no means a bad album, in fact, I like every song on the album. It's just constantly unhappy and angsty, so much more so than "Fallen". By far my favorite track on here is Good Enough because it ends the album on a lighter note and feelsUnfortunately, I'm not sure Evanescence can ever top "Fallen". They started out TOO good and made TOO much of a hit with "Fallen". "The Open Door" is by no means a bad album, in fact, I like every song on the album. It's just constantly unhappy and angsty, so much more so than "Fallen". By far my favorite track on here is Good Enough because it ends the album on a lighter note and feels like a breath of fresh air. "The Open Door" is still a pretty solid album though. B… Expand
  100. how_tobefamous
    Nov 5, 2017
    10
    Love the album! I like "Sweet Sacrifice", and "Call Me When Your Sober". Love the album. Love the album. Love the album. Love the album. Love the album.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 12
  3. Negative: 1 out of 12
  1. Blender
    70
    Denser and more scuzzed-up than Fallen, the album amps everything up to gloriously epic, over-the-top proportions. [Oct 2006, p.129]
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  2. Billboard
    70
    Those who embraced "Fallen" will doubtlessly fall even harder into "The Open Door."
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  3. The New York Times
    50
    Many of these theatrical, midtempo songs run together.
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