Cover of The Rasmus Dead Letters
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For fans of finnish rock, lovers of poetic and alternative rock music, readers interested in discovering underrated 2000s rock albums.
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THE REVIEW

I recently discovered the Finnish rock band The Rasmus, whose name means TRASH called by a Scandinavian term...
I don't think this name is very fitting: with their first single, In The Shadows, they didn't impress me that much, to be honest. Browsing the internet, I found the lyrics of their songs and after translating them, I discovered that they are true poems. I got hooked, so I searched for the full songs... and I must say I wasn't disappointed.

Their music is, in my opinion, well played and the singer's voice is excellent.
I find that among commercial stuff, they stand out much more and are worth listening to.

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The reviewer initially underestimated The Rasmus due to their band name and first single's impact. However, after exploring the translated lyrics and full songs, they appreciated the poetic depth and solid musicianship. The singer's voice is praised, and the album stands out among commercial music.

Tracklist Lyrics Videos

01   First Day of My Life (03:44)

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02   In the Shadows (04:06)

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03   Still Standing (03:32)

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04   In My Life (04:02)

05   Time to Burn (04:32)

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07   Not Like the Other Girls (05:44)

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08   The One I Love (03:16)

09   Back in the Picture (03:44)

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10   Funeral Song (03:16)

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The Rasmus

The Rasmus are a Finnish rock band formed in Helsinki in 1994. They broke internationally with the 2003 single In the Shadows and the album Dead Letters, followed by releases like Hide From the Sun and Black Roses. Known for melodic alt-rock with pop hooks and a darker sheen.
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By Kecco

 "'In The Shadows' is an energetic track that reached the Top 10 in the UK charts."

 "A modest record, perhaps good for lovers of commercial rock/metal genre."