The Rejected
Behind the smile

With their previous album, I believe I reached a series of comments that would make the most renowned blogger on Earth jealous, so now we're trying again with the new work by Rejected, "Behind the Smile." Ok, but in this case, I think it's better for me to structure it in bullet points, specifically:
01. The presentation bio: It talks about the past, the released albums, and then a term thrown in there, just like that: "Post-Hardcore." Fine, makes sense. Maybe I'm confusing them with others. I look online and it's indeed them, the ones who, a couple of years ago at most, were described as grunge/alternative rock. It's basically as if Kurt Cobain decided to go from "Smells Like Teen Spirit" to playing things like Underoath. At this point, let's move on to the next step.
02. Ok, cite whatever you want in the bio. But in the end, you listen to the album. And here comes the stumbling point, so to speak. Where the hell is the post-hardcore?! I'd really like to know because there's not a trace of post here. What is it then?! Hard Rock/Alternative Rock, nothing more, nothing less.
03. Content: Compared to the previous album, it pains me to admit it, but it didn't really grab me. Musically borderline academic, vocally very strained.
04. The production: This was something I pointed out in the previous review, and unfortunately, it's happening again. Nowadays, the audience is used to a certain quality level, not just of the offering but also of the sound and everything surrounding a release. Having a producer, not necessarily a big name but at least someone experienced in the field, not only helps make the album more professional but often leads a band to grow. So let's avoid those basement sounds, that bass so isolated it almost gives chills. In short, if we're going to release an album, let's take care of it. It's the blood of your blood, after all, isn't it?
05. Artwork: Here everyone can decide freely, but as Maionchi would say, "for me, it's a no."
In conclusion: I'm extremely sorry to have expressed myself so bluntly, but it's better to be straightforward than to be overly kind. It's only my opinion, and I sincerely hope I'm wrong about this album.