The Used

American rock band formed in Orem, Utah in 2001, fronted by vocalist Bert McCracken and noted for a celebrated 2002 debut and a career of stylistic shifts.

Reviews note a praised 2002 self-titled debut, subsequent albums with mixed-to-negative reception, frequent lineup changes, and recurring collaboration with producer John Feldmann. Jeph Howard is frequently mentioned as a long-serving member; Bert McCracken is consistently cited as the band's distinctive frontman. Reviews reference the band's movement between emo, hardcore and more pop-oriented production.

DeBaser reviews praise The Used's 2002 self-titled debut while criticizing a drift toward pop/mainstream production on subsequent albums. Opinions vary: some later releases are called flat or overly produced, while occasional records like Heartwork and Vulnerable receive partial praise. Recurring themes are strong melodies, Bert McCracken's vocal presence, and frequent stylistic shifts.

For:Fans of alternative rock, emo and post-hardcore; listeners interested in The Used's discography and production changes.