Circa Survive | Blue Noise Sky | B

Blue Noise Sky definitely reveals a side of Circa Survive that hasn't been seen until now. For veteran listeners, there is a clear distinction between this album and their others, especially their previous release, On Letting Go. Though it may be difficult to initially decipher whether the change is bad or good, it is nonetheless a change, which is a respectable element of the band's evolution.

The album's lead single, "Get Out," begins with a strong vocal display from singer Anthony Green, followed by hard-hitting percussion and guitar parts that are an instant draw to the song. This song stands out the most on the album, and it is an excellent introduction into the rest of the record. As a whole, the album has more pop appeal and contains a lot of tracks that have a softer sound than we're used to from the Philly quintet. The lyrics in the album, however, have stayed true to the band's traditional topics regarding relationships and wrecked feelings.

Though it sounds as if his voice has gotten a tad bit deeper, Green continues to sing very passionately throughout all of the songs. Despite all of the group's efforts, it seems as though they have yet to fully grasp the ability to make a complete album that captures the element of melodies that get stuck in the listener's head. Besides the single, there are no other monumental tracks displayed, but the diversity that Blue Sky offers undoubtedly leaves listeners wanting to give the album more than just a few listens.