UNJUST: Glow

Unjust

Glow

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Unjust has signed with KoolArrow Records for the USA/Canada & to CoPro Records for Europe. Check unjust.com for info. The new Glow (re.date 3/9)will be enhanced. For those who covet every Deftones, Dredg, Faith No More style release, here's your answer.

tracks

1 Paper Planets
2 Throwin Pennies
3 Way Out
4 Tired
5 Facepaint
6 Falling
7 Meantime
8 Closure
9 Knuckles
10 Naming The Monster
11 Notes From A Sunday Morning
12 Capital
13 Myron
14 Room 5

notes

Paul Mendoza - vocals
Mikey Merino - guitar
Eric Wong - bass
Brian Palkowski - drums
Thom Tucker - keyboards

Oftentimes in rock music, a band can hit a single moment of brilliance, and be expected to repeat that formula throughout the rest of it's career. Yet, as a creative unit, musical growth is an integral part of a band's evolution; though it runs the risk of alienating fans and following, some of the better bands realize the greatest reward comes maintaining the band's soul, putting the music first, while taking full responsibility for whatever the outcome may be. With their new album "Glow", Unjust is a classic example of this.

Hailing from the San Francisco East Bay , Unjust first entered the scene in 1999 with the release of their debut effort, "Thin Line Emotions". The album shared the Bay Area metal sound forged by the likes of Metallica, Machine Head, Skinlab and Faith No More. The album was heavy and brooding; it was released on Dutch label Mascot Records, along with positive reviews across Europe including Kerrang! and Terrorizer. Unjust were also invited to play at the annual Dynamo Open Air Festival in Holland.

Their sophomore release followed in 2001, entitled "Makeshift Grey". With "Makeshift", Unjust started to come into their own and created a dark and gloomy metal atmosphere with songs like "Come Feel Me" and "Nylon". Not only did the band continue to solidify their standing in Europe through Mascot; the album also became an underground hit with Bay Area rock fans and garnered the band interest from major labels in the U.S., as well as and landing them a spot at The California Music Awards, and airplay on San Francisco's Live 105. It was also during this time that the band began to embark in a new direction, partially brought on with induction of new guitarist/songwriter Mike Merino; in addition to their trademark riffage, their music began to hint at a moodiness and depth that would eventually hit it's stride with their next latest, "Glow".

Considering their East Bay metal roots, "Glow" is a very bold step into the musical future. True, the heavy influences are still there; but the emphasis on melody and songwriting takes the group to an entirely different level...and one begins to wonder whether this is a band that has merely had the guts to mature, or whether it is an entirely new band altogether. Nevertheless, not only have they managed to maintain the support of their early fans, but in fact attracted scores of new ones; which already makes "Glow" a smashing success from that perspective alone. And there is nowhere to go from here but up.

reviews

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  • Better than most well-known metal bands.
    author: Dan UK

    Unjust is an example of a highly professional band that have some fantastic ideas (Closure, Naming the Monster and Facepaint for example) and really push their best songs to the full potential. There are a number of "filler" tracks that haven't had as much care and attention put into them - but in general their song writing and musical ability is beyond that of many well-known metal bands. Can't wait for the next album!

  • Emotional, different, very cool
    author: Nick

    The album has a real feel to it, and a mood that remains consistent within the heaviest and most mellow tunes. Meantime is my favourite track, mixing the moody feel with real passion and raw aggression. Have a listen to one tune, if you like it, buy the album. It's very, very good.

  • Filling the Gap
    author: CHINASKI

    This is an amazing album, you can hear that Unjust have finally reached their potential in this one. Musically, the songs are tight and well written. It fills the gaps between Bay area metal, emo-alternative, and progressive rock. There isn't one song I don't like on this whole album.

  • Growing with every album
    author: Mike Rockstar

    This CD is kickass. I've been listening to Unjust for awhile. This album is yet another step in what I see as a maturing Unjust. Their next album will be great if they keep following along this path. I mean, as long as they keep moshin'...they can't get too mellow or I'd be pissed! :) But as a vocalist first, guitar-player second, myself, I hear Unjust fitting right into the type of stuff they should be doing with Glow. I'll let other reviewers tell you what it sounds like....but let me tell you that Unjust is definitely finding a distinct sound with Glow, and I hope their next album will rock just as hard with melodies just as great. Glow rules. Get it.

  • This band will take you away.
    author: Travis Smith

    What a great band. I know that if more people listened to this band, they would be one of the biggest bands out there. Part of me wishes that they don't get that big, just because I like being able to tell new people about them and when they here them they are like "holy shit, these guys are great". Really I do want these guys to blow up. You can hear how much they put into these their songs. If anyone deserves blow up on the music scene, it's definately these guys. There are not many bands that I would take the time to write a review for. I don't live anywhere near California, so I just hope they come close to my place soon and I don't want to see them, opening for anybody. If I ever get to see Unjust live, I want to see like a 2 hour set. Anyway, if you haven't yet, check these guys out, you won't be disappointed, and if you are you're an idiot. thanks......hodge4443@hotmail.com

  • This band rages.
    author: John McGarey

    This is a great album. I'd never heard this band before I listened to this album but I'm in love now. This cd stays in constant rotation in my cd player and It never gets old or dull. It is interesting, emotional, exciting, and angry at the same time. At first I thought this was some Nu-Metal band but once I realized they weren't, I fell in love. I think you will love this cd as much as I have.

  • It has been taken to the max!!!!!!
    author: Jess r

    If you a fan of heavier music or even if your not, GLOW will appeal to you. Unjust took it to the max and then to the xtreme

  • Stop reading and just buy it
    author: Dan Hall

    If you've heard the music, then you don't need to read this. Just buy the album "Glow" and try to get songs like "Way Out", "Tired", and "Closure" out of your head. It's harder than you think.

  • A powerfull mix of melody and metal that will hook anyone.
    author: Rock Freak

    I have spent six hours skipping through bands and this one stood out from all the rest. The powerfull mix of melody and metal makes the band accesable to almost anyone. To me nothing is more important then vocals and the raw emotion that Paul Mendoza puts into his singing blew me away. The songwriting of this band is impressive and the songs flow together as if they were one. If you like your rock with a sprinkling of melody and a fist full of metal then pick this CD up you will not be dissapointed.

  • author: CD Baby

    For those who covet every Deftones, Dredg, Faith No More, and Glassjaw release, here's your new habit. Unjust is a soaring sweeping band gaining recognition by the night for their huge sound and expansive style that not only rips up the Metal genre but puts a notable stamp on the Emo one as well, Although they are quite gifted at crashing and pummeling the senses,they also have a knack for knowing when to bring it down and sculpt a little drama; you might call them the masters of build. Highly recommeded for hard, dark rock and alt. metal connoisseurs.

  • Just fucking buy it!!!!!
    author: Chris A.

    This CD is the fucking shit. I thought that comparing this band to Dredg and Deftones was a pretty bold statement but I took the chance and ordered it cause CDbaby said it was bad ass, and it is. They sound more like Deftones than dredg, and when I say Deftones I mean more like new deftones kinda like Minerva type stuff. So it's gets pretty heavy but It still has a real mellow feel to it. I just can't beleive that a band this good with such a solid album could go unnoticed by all my friends. If you've never herd of this band and your a big fan Dredg and Deftones then this is for sure a must have. No exagerations here.

  • Some glow in our lives
    author: ziguatanejo

    I listened to a song by Unjust for the first time thanks to the best Spanish metal radio program in Spain, called El Paraiso from Radio 3. Then, I thought their melting pot of melodies and hard music was an original, great one. But it was when I listened to "Glow" for the first time that I thought their music found the exact path in order to move the listener's soul and make him run and jump around in ecstasy at the same time. Songs like "Closure" will remain stuck deep in my heart for the rest of my life, pulling the magic strings not many musicians get to reach -although so many try-."Glow" is, as a conclusion, a must for anyone who experiences music as a way of life and wants to feel truely alive. PS: I hope some day you come to visit us on tour in Barcelona.

  • Beyond Believable!
    author: Gerard Tremblett (Tremble)

    This album is perfect. Great lyrics. Just an awsome CD to listen too. I hope to hear more comming out in the future.

  • SUPER GOOD
    author: Dan Cudahy (CHINASKI)

    This album is super good. Musically, the songs are tight and well written. It fills the gaps between bay area metal, emo-alternative, and progressive rock. Think of it like this: Take a little bit of Muse, throw in some Faith No More, a pinch of Bjork, and add something you never heard before. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

  • down right awesome, music and lyrics
    author: Jason

    all the songs have deep messages. some songs have a very agressive, yet passive feel to it. the cd is excellent and i'd say that anybody looking for a band that they can relate to or really think about what they're saying need to check out this album

  • ass kickers!!!
    author: J. Barnes

    You guys kill. Got your link through a recommendation from a friend. It just grows and grows on me. danka J www.cdbaby.com/hisorange3

  • We all might read about the impact of this album in 5 years...
    author: OutsetJoe

    Yes, it really is that good. I am in a band (outset) from Eugene, OR. We had the privilege of playing a show with Unjust here in Eugene, right around the same time "Glow" hit. We've been playing in Portland and Eugene for over 6 years, and I must say I've never heard a Calli group that moved me as much as Unjust did. When we played with them, it was a monday night, (or something like that)and the p.o.s. bar we were at was empty, except for a few conservative old drunks... I did a doubletake from the pool tabel after the first 10 seconds of their set. WoW guys...groundbreaking album...Don't be surprised when you see the Unjust pad on cribs. Buy this shit now. It's the only legitimate album I've paid for in the last 5 years.

  • Unjust was even better than I expected!!
    author: Xplodingirl

    I,luckily, came across Unjust on CDBaby.com. I liked what I heard. Once I had it, I knew I had a jewel. I love the cd. It's hard to stop listening! It keeps getting better and better with each listening. Unjust rocks!

  • Moving stuff
    author: Bob

    I got this cd about 2 weeks ago and I've listened to it every morning and a couple times each day ever since. I am away from my girlfriend right now and listening to Glow is one thing found I can do to cope. The songs are so beautiful and they move me so much. I love it!

  • Goods have been delivered...
    author: Ashlar

    This is a great album. They are definitely forging ahead in the vein of Deftones, but making it their own. If "Glow" is any indication, I look forward to good things for this band.

  • author: cedric from France

    I discovered UNJUST with their first album THIN LINE EMOTIONS.I also bought the second MAKESHIFT GREY.Both are easy to find in Europe.I was disapointed when GLOW came out because i can't find it.So many thanx to CDBABY to sell this great album.GLOW is really fantastic.I hope UNJUST will find a contract soon.

  • Looking for the GOODS???
    author: Jason

    Unjust's glow is one of those great albums! You know the ones that you can listen to all the way through! Rare I know, these guys got the GOODS!

  • Unbelievable
    author: Mike

    This is such an amazing cd....this is what the music industry has been waiting for..someone explain to me how they don't have a record deal!

  • author: Tattoo

    Excellent Cd!! These guys ROCK!! Can't wait for more music from this band:)

  • Amazing
    author: Jana

    This is an awesome album I love how it flows from one song to another

  • A Great CD
    author: n.r.

    The artwork is really good too. Standout songs are Closure, Way Out, Myron, Knuckles, Tired. The whole CD has a great mood. Check them out!

  • Incredible
    author: Jarren

    I can't believe these guys don't have a label.. This is probably the best cd in my collection so far.

  • nothing short of perfection on this one
    author: christopher

    unjust has reached a new level with this cd, the moment i heard "throwing pennies" i knew these guys had what it takes to make it big...i will without a doubt be buying this great album

  • Listening to this CD leveled all other music !!
    author: Nate Wheeler

    Sweet songs raised the bar for other artists. These songs were deep in a lot of ways. Paul Mendoza has great vocals and can really make the listener feel the emotion. Keep up the good work, oh I'll be waiting for the next CD.

  • This is a great cd, every song is unbelievable.
    author: Tim LaBrecque

    I love this cd, it is one of the best cds that has come out in a while. Every song is good. I have listened to it over a million times, it's great.

  • I can't think of ANY reason for this band not to be signed!
    author: Mark Dominguez

    The CD is fantastic. I play in a band myself and can really appreciate the musicianship and talent that this band has. I spoke to Eric once before and told him how amazing the CD is. The segue from Paper Planets to Throwing Pennies gave me a little chill when i listen to it. The emotion that's put into the vocals in each and every song is what really captures the listener. I love everything about this CD! If anyone from Unjust happens to read this, it would be very cool to keep in touch. I love to correspond with interesting and talented people. Website: http://www.nightshadeonline.cjb.net E-mail: axeman_6275@hotmail.com Thanks for your time and the awesome music. -Mark

  • I really like "Closure".... good work guys!
    author: Gavin
  • Without a doubt....Awesome!!!!
    author: InfiniteNothing0

    So I've been sitting here, waiting for the mail to come so I can listen to my new copy of glow. Today, it finally came, so I popped it into my computer. I'm not even through Throwin' Pennies and I have to say that without a doubt this is one of the best CD's I have ever heard. The energy behind Glow, as well as Makeshift Grey, gives them an edge over many mainstream bands. I only wish I lived in California so I could see them live. If you haven't bought this CD, do it now!!!

  • great all way around
    author: Slyder0244

    love the cd can listen to it all the way thru good artist lots of talent and deserve to be rewarded for there talents, cdbaby was great for ordering and shipping and i would reccomend both unjust - glow and cdbaby

  • Glow Review
    author: crzyferrero

    Cdbaby great job for the shipping part. Impressed and will deal with you folks again. Glow...theres a few good songs on this cd. I'm not particular of the alternative metal or what ever the current standard catagory of today. Overall the songs play well and I've listened to this cd a few listens. Its not my cup of tea. With that being said I don't like to review artists because this group did their best. Anyway great job guys.

  • One of the most interesting and progessive bands around!
    author: DSB

    Comparing "Glow" to their previous two albums it is plain to see that Unjust are maturing as a band. On their debut album the power was full on, you couldn't get away from the sheer crushing pressure of the tracks. With their second release we saw Unjust enter some previously unchartered territories, layering keyboards and bringing a lot more of the melody into the songs. On "Glow" they have progressed even further. On "Makeshift Grey" it sometimes felt as though Thom's keyboards were sitting somewhat uncomfortably on top of the crushing guitars and rythmns, but, "Glow" sees a pure blend of the old heavy Unjust sound and their new progressive Unjust sound, with the layers perfectly balanced. It's true to say that this album sees a pulling back of the sheer brutality of tracks of old, but, it's still there, bubbling under the surface. Just when you think you know where they are going, they switch and they'll throw in a crushing shred. The control shown in their song structure is astounding. There is an effortless blending of pure melody and complete power, especially on tracks "Closure", and "Facepaint". It still has their distinctive sound/style, with the vocal to guitar combinations effortlessly thrown in throughout. All members of the band have done an outstanding job on this release but, special note has to be made for Paul's vocals. Personally, I still don't get the never-ending references to the "heavy influence of Faith No More", especially vocally, but, there is no doubt, Paul is a seriously tallented man and his vocal performance drives the songs to new levels. If you take all of this into account and the fact that they are without a record deal you cannot help but admire their pure talent. This even shines through with the CD packaging - you don't get this quality with the majority of the mainstream acts. The gatefold is beautifully put together. The only minor niggle would be the low[ish] production level on the album but just turn that volume knob up a little more and you'll never tell. With that said though, everything is perfectly balanced. The textures and layers generate a lush soundscape that wasn't present previously. This is truly an amazing album and I defy anyone who listens to this genre to not appreciate exactly where Unjust are coming from. Unjust has begun to evolve into one of the most interesting and progessive bands around.

  • very emotional
    author: Bert Schurgers

    It's an album that when you listen to it, you just feel the emotions so strong that it gives you goose bumbs. Very nice done Unjust. I'm already waiting for the next one, but not too fast I haven' t done with this one yet.

  • AWESOME!!
    author: WOWSER

    This whole album is amazing!!I'm so glad I bought it.The blend of vocals and rough guitar reefs along with the keys ad so much depth to all the songs.It's emotional but yet uplifting at the same time,this band got's what it takes to get big, I look forward to seeing it happen.

  • Highly recommeded for hard, dark rock and alt. metal connoisseurs.
    author: Tamara Turner, CD Baby

    For those who covet every Deftones, Dredg, Faith No More, and Glassjaw release, here's your new habit. Unjust is a soaring sweeping band gaining recognition by the night for their huge sound and expansive style that not only rips up the Metal genre but puts a notable stamp on the Emo one as well, Although they are quite gifted at crashing and pummeling the senses,they also have a knack for knowing when to bring it down and sculpt a little drama; you might call them the masters of build. Highly recommeded for hard, dark rock and alt. metal connoisseurs.

  • Love it, cd of the year
    author: Brendan Hockey

    Great cd, vocals are unreal. Cool riffs, in particular the verse in knuckles. Highlights are throwin pennies and room 5, but overall the cd is very cool. so far the best cd i have bought this year, perfect for anyone who likes riffy guitars, and pauls singing is m/

  • Superfly
    author: Chase Banks

    This album was awesome. They were sort of metallic,which is good, but they have cool riffs, and amazing vocals. Buy it before they sign with Lava Records - LOL.

  • Love it!
    author: Shari

    I love all kinds of music and this cd was a great find. I admit I loved the clips, but the other reviews swayed me. I certainly wasn't disappointed. It's great to find new favorites.

  • a band that needs to be better recognized for their incredible talent
    author: Bryan - pipeline360@Hotmail.com

    this band has definitely matured in their sound, and has found a new style that is seemingly more fitting to their talents than their previous efforts.... "Glow" is a very emotional, power-driven album that will still capture the hearts of their old school fans, as well as introducing their dynamic sound to a few new listeners.. be sure to check out songs like "Throwin' Pennies, Way Out, and Falling" to get a better understanding of what this band has to offer... i cannot believe a band of this calibur is still hittin' up the independent scene.... music labels out there, GRAB this band and get them out into the worldwide distribution circuit!!!

  • Freaking great!
    author: Laurie

    Unjust keep getting better and better. I love the CD. Paul Mendoza's vocals are amazing.

  • Flawless!!
    author: DaNk

    The band has grown leaps and bounds with each release, and prove that this time around, with "Glow" that they are ready to take on the world. By far the best rock album I've heard since A Perfect Circle's debut release. These guys should go far!

  • Radio Ready Without Losing Any Balls
    author: jim bob

    I've been a long time fan of this band. Every album they release blows me away. And they did not disappoint with Glow. Powerful music, sweeping molodic vocals without getting lame, even hardcore vocals without going overboard. Every song on this album gives me goosebumps. They are ready to take on the world, and show the MTV TRL generation what rock music is really all about.

  • author: Shane Jenkins

    Are you kidding me! So fresh, so vibrant, so uplifting, so tranquil, so true. . It makes my emotions fluctuate as if I were Bi-polar. It makes the hair on the back of my neck stand straight up. “Glow” is flat out amazing. It’s motivational. I cherish all forty-seven minutes and thirty-four seconds of it.

  • Excellent album. For fans of Unjust this will not dissappoint.
    author: Cycopath

    Unjust's song writing just keeps getting better and better. Glow seems to show a more mature band. It's lost some of the raw heaviness of the last album, Makeshift Grey. But what it's lost in crunch and distortion, it makes up in harmony and structure. I always felt Unjust excelled at the more melodic songs, and Glow reaffirms that belief. Don't get me wrong there's still lots of crushing guitar riffs, just less angry vocals. For anyone that enjoyed Makeshift Grey or even Thin Line Emotions, don't hesitate on picking this album up. You will not be disappointed.

  • incredible experience
    author: Brett

    Glow takes me places. It grabs me, shakes me and then drops me gently into water. The music is like water. It is the best flowing rock cd I have bought in a long time. I love how it is complete and epic. Not a bad song and nothing is out of place. Perfection? could be. I haven't found any flaws yet. No one in the band stands out because they really sound as ONE. The music is not degrading at all, and quite uplifting at points. Thanks Unjust, I am amazed at your effort.

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