Theory of a Deadman

by Theory of a Deadman

Overview

Chad Kroeger, signed Theory of a Deadman to his label, co-produced this album and co-wrote six of the ten songs. So it's not a huge surprise that Theory of a Deadman sounds a lot like Kroeger's band Nickelback. This album does have its strengths -- for example, the songs tend to be concise (although "The Last Song" could be a minute shorter) with relatively strong hooks -- but anyone who dislikes Nickelback, or wants a band with a distinctly original sound, is advised to look elsewhere. In fairness, Theory of a Deadman probably has other influences; lead vocalist Tyler Connelly sounds like he's listened to a lot of Pearl Jam and Stone Temple Pilots, and the band's guitar-driven post-grunge sound seems to have been influenced by groups such as Led Zeppelin and Nirvana. In any case, this is a solidly crafted but fairly conventional album; it lacks that extra spark of creativity, spontaneity, or passion that might compensate for the band's safe, conservative approach to music. ~ Todd Kristel

Product Details

Release Date:	12/09/2014
Label:	Imports
UPC:	0825396066627
Rank:	70601

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Theory of a Deadman   Primary Artist
Tyler Connolly   Vocals,Guitar
Dean Back   Bass
Robin Diaz   Drums
Antonio Cupo   Voices
Rebecca Whitling   Violin
Charles Inkman   Cello
Danny Craig   Drums
Jimmy Crawford   Guitar
Tim Hart   Drums,Vocals (Background)
Brian Larsen   Violin

Technical Credits

Tyler Connolly   Composer,Lyricist
Chad Kroeger   A&R,Composer,Lyricist,Producer
Joe Moi   Engineer,Producer
Randy Staub   Mixing
George Marino   Mastering
Zach Blackstone   Mixing Assistant
Latif Tayour   Engineer,Second Engineer
Daniel Moss   Photography
Lynde Kusnetz   Creative Director
Ron Burman   A&R
Jonathan Simkin   A&R
Joey Moi   Producer