Brand New – Deja Entendu

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Artist: Brand New

Title: Deja Entendu

Year: 2003

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  • 1. Tautou (1:42)
  • 2. Sic Transit Gloria ... Glory Fades (3:06)
  • 3. I Will Play My Game Beneath The Spin Light (3:57)
  • 4. Okay I Believe You, But My Tommy Gun Don't (5:35)
  • 5. The Quiet Things That No One Ever Knows (4:01)
  • 6. The Boy Who Blocked His Own Shot (4:39)
  • 7. Jaws Theme Swimming (4:34)
  • 8. Me vs. Maradona vs. Elvis (5:19)
  • 9. Guernica (3:23)
  • 10. Good to Know That If I Ever Need Attention All I Have to Do Is Die (7:00)
  • 11. Play Crack The Sky (5:27)

Review

Brand New's second studio juggernaut, "Deja Entendu," dropped on June 17, 2003, and it marked a gnarly transformation for the band. Shedding their pop-punk chrysalis, they emerge with a more sophisticated and textured sound, nodding to the derivative nature of rock with their cheeky album title (French for "already heard"). Produced by Steven Haigler, this record dives into darker, more introspective waters, tackling themes like relationships, love, and death with surgical precision. Singles like "The Quiet Things That No One Ever Knows" and "Sic Transit Gloria... Glory Fades" ruled the airwaves, earning critics' adoration for their mix of intensity and irresistible hooks.

Lead vocalist Jesse Lacey's lyrics are a fraught symphony of emotional depth, with tracks like "The Boy Who Blocked His Own Shot" and "Me vs. Maradona vs. Elvis" showcasing his storytelling prowess. "Deja Entendu" didn't just strike a chord; it blasted the band into the commercial stratosphere, landing at number 63 in the US charts and going Gold four years post-release. This album is a touchstone in the emo and post-hardcore realms, fortifying Brand New's place in the scene. With its combination of catchy riffs, fierce instrumentation, and gut-punch lyrics, "Deja Entendu" is an essential listen for the genre faithful. - Sydney

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