I had much doubt with the announcement of this album after finding "Comes From The Heart" so disappointing. I was skeptical about how this album would be and whether the band could pull off something that was close to their first album but still relatively new and refreshing. As soon as it kicks off, they're on the right track, utilising both the genius old school hardcore and metal sounds that were evident on "For What It's Worth" as well as using some aspects of the second album that weren't so awkward. This album is definitely a return to form, the band have put together well structured metalcore that has everything from groovy breakdowns to catchy as hell choruses and still manage to stand out from a lot of other bands, filling the niche in the repetitive metalcore scene. The biggest highlight of the album are the poetic and meaningful lyrics, one of the greatest assets of STYG. The band isn't doing anything incredibly unique but they have written songs that are interesting enough to keep your interest.
With excellent lyrics relating to an overall theme of hope (as the title implies), well executed and unique vocals as well as good driving metal riffs, this album is indeed full of energy and heart. The only criticism is that the album can be monotonous when you listen to it all in one sitting and the copious amount of philosophical speech quotes can also be tedious. Overall, it is a good album but if you've never been a fan of their previous stuff then this wont appeal to you any more than the other albums. 7.5/10
Best tracks: Amber, Where The Sun Never Sleeps, Faith In The Untamed.
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