Post Hardcore gang Silverstein is back with an all new album, Arrivals And Departures. Conceived in Ontario in 2000, the five piece act has formed a more mature sounding CD that has been declared one of AP Magazine’s highly anticipated releases of 2007. Having toured the world and gaining much popularity in Canada, the boys went back to the studio and put forth a new album. Released under Victory Records, Silverstein proves that the long wait was well worth it.

It’s been a while since I had heard from Silverstein and I forgot how much I enjoyed their style. Imagine a course mixture of style ranging from heavy Atreyu like screaming to catchy Blink 182 pop punk singing and you have yourself Silverstein. Their music gets heavy enough for you to feel like a tough guy and also has a lighter melodic sound that shows that you still care. The lyrics are of sing-a-long quality and the guitar riffs are the kind you feel like you already know upon hearing them.

I would like to mention how awesome the artwork is in this CD. Artist Martin Wittfooth once again has created a great artwork for the band. I love it, especially the train.

My attention was instantly captured upon hearing “Sound Of The Sun”, a powerful introduction to the CD. The raspy loud screaming is followed by appealing pop punk vocals. The song is not too heavy and not too mainstream making for a great start to the eleven track CD.

The beginning of “If You Could See Into My Soul” sounds like it is going to be a indie dance track but soon changes with the screaming and singing scuffle. “Worlds Apart” is more of an anthem rather a song. It’s a little slower and holds a lot of emotion.

My favorite track on the CD is “My Disaster”. The song is so full of hardcore, screamo, and punk that I was wowed upon listening to it. I love the combination of group vocals along with the guitars. It will be one of those songs I play over and over when I want to hear something heavy. Other tracks to check out are the fairly emo “Still Dreaming” and the punk rock love ballad “True Romance”.

Silverstein is going to rule the charts with this release this summer. I find it remarkable that they created this album in just a few months upon finishing up a tour. None of the songs are sloppy and they maintain their sound. If you are into Senses Fail, Taking Back Sunday, or even Bayside, you will like this CD. Sure not everyone is into this type of music but for those who are, you are in for a treat. In support of this new release they will be on tour with Rise Against and other special guests; a tour not to be missed. I know I’ll be there.