Ive been waiting for new Chevelle music for a long time and I have to admit the wait was worth it, I specially love Letter From a Thief and Sleep Apnea. You guys don't disappoint, Hope to see you playing in Houston TX sometime!
I love this album, I have been waiting SOOOO long for it, and let me tell you it was worth every second I was waiting, it really was. I love the whole album, but specially letter from a thief and jars. You guys are so amazing, I'll never stop listening to your music, you guys are such an inspiration! You guys actually inspired me to learn to play guitar and now I can't live with out it. So keep going and never give your music up. I hope you get to come to Puerto Rico one day so I could rock out all of your songs from the audience! lol, later <3
I just pre-ordered the Album, Had to get it from Amazon as i'm one of your UK fans, Im gunna get it in the next week, and i'm really looking forward to hearing it, alraedy heard some of your new material, Jars & This Circus, and i'm impressed, so i imagine the Album will be amazing and i'll really enjoy it. I'll review properly after i recieve it.
definetly. awesome album!
I would prefer sleep apnea in other number of track. I dont feel it as the first. but its ok
the bridge of mexican sun its incredible guys! I dont know how you do that!
Awesome melodies in shameful metaphors, one of my favorite tracks in the album. well, Jars, i admit that this song keeps growing on me, so, imagine haha. fell into your shoes.. oh, thats the weird track, but its great, really great (L). letter from a thief, the chorus is on my mind all day, everyday, AWESOME AWESOME!. the ballad, highland's appartition, its beautiful! Roswell's Spell, heavier song! sounds perfect, I love the song, I love the interlude too. A new momentum (I could sleep forever), its one of my favorites too, I think it is the song I wish to come when I listen to the album (L). and this circus, sounds a little bit different of the rest. but YEAH! it rocks.
thanks lovely album, and cannot wait to hear the bonus tracks
the new album is great, i was just wondering: why isn't the first album on your website? the whole first album is great music, but "dos" and "m.i.a." are the best songs ever written the music is also gerat. i never knew about the first album till i found it on the self of fye, since then i told all my friends about it and everyone agrees that anyone who loves chevelle should have this album. please put it on this site, please! one more question, how did you come up with the lyrics for dos?
Needless to say, we love the new album. You guys are a constant inspiration to our own music as well. Just one objection -- and this from a native Chicagoan: WHEN YOU COMING OUT WEST?!! Denver has many really great venues, and it'd be awesome to have you here!
pre ordered it ever since ive got it ive been listening to this album non stop its so unique and differant but ts still chevelle! I can really relate to every track Shameful metaphores brought a tear to my eye I felt it right inside my heart and every other song gave me such a great feeling i already have all the songs memorized and stuck in my head i cant stop listening to this great album guys can't wait to see you with these new songs!
Im sorry guys but this album is not the Chevelle I fell in love with, but it's still a very good album. I understand bands need to change but you're losing some of the edge come on!, I heard the bonus tracks The Gist and Letos Headache and I wish this album was filled with songs like that, awesome songs. Here are my opinions on each song:
Sleep Apnea - Awesome track, one of the best of Chevelle!!!
Mexican Sun - Good song, a little bit harder but I wish it had more screams :s
Shameful Metaphors - Another excellent track! Very good
Jars - Perfect choice for a single, but not a very strong song.
Fell Into Your Shoes - The experimental track of the album, its very interesting and I think its excellent.
Letter From a Thief - Weak, not bad but I think it could be better, something's missing.
Highlands Apparation - Good acoustic song, I still prefer Bend the Bracket but anyway its pretty good.
Roswell - Another hard track, wish more screaming, something is missing again, just good.
interlewd - Worst filler song ever, I was expecting something like Open and when I heard this I was like WTF? waste of track. Sorry :s
I Could Sleep Forever-A New Momentum - Good song, not excellent but very good.
This Circus - Wow, great track, excellent closer for an album I really enjoy it.
Well, thats my opinion of each song, a little disappointed cause Chevelle is my favorite band ever. But anyway, greetings from Costa Rica!!! Keep rocking!!!
Pete, Sam, Dean, Congratulations, it's obvious you have pushed yourselves vocally, musically & creatively. "Fell Into Your Shoes", "Shameful Metaphors", incredible. "A New Momentum", one of your best ever. Don't like the Interlewd. We pay for 11 tracks and we get 10. If your producer is going to talk you into doing that, put 12 tracks on the album! Aside from that, keep it up and looking forward to your Head Line tour!
I think this was you're best album yet! I loved Shameful Metaphors. It should be one of the singles. The new sound is great. Jorge0790 was right, it was definately worth the wait.
but i really have a question maybe is something that everyone asks , and you might be tired of that...... are you christian i would like to know it from you.... your music is gorgeous but i found you looking for christian music cause i´m tired for all the rock band without a meaning.....
i would like to know that you are the band that i was dreamiing about
This new album has a different sound than their previous albums but it's still them. I like that it's a bit different from what we're used to. I think it's more mellow yet still hard at the same time.
When chevelle announced that they were to release a new album this coming summer. I was energized and ready for some really good music this summer. Little did I know it would not be what I had expected at all. Chevelle's "Sci Fi Crimes" album is way different then what I thought it would sound like. I know what your going to be asking however, "Does different mean bad?" I'm here to tell you however that the new album is really really good. It's a superb album thats music is a harsh but refreshing wave that htis you in all the right places. There are a few rocky bumps but this album will please chevelle fans. While the name leaves something to be desired the music is wonderful. The only draw back or in some peoples opinion great aspect is that it is everything you can expect from a chevelle album and at the same time it isnt. Petes vocals seem to stretch greatly this is partly due to the fact that he focused more on singing in Vena Sera and it seems he has developed a bit more so then last time. The music is much more raw then Vena Sera so its not a Vena Sera part two. All the way from Mexican Sun to This Circus you can feel the raw inventive power of Chevelle. You can tell Pete's vocals have evolved escpecially in songs like Roswell Spell and Fell Into Your Shoes. There isnt as much electronics and layered effects in this album as in Vena Sera. The only places that really drag in Sci-Fi Crimes is Letters To A Thief which while its an interesting song it doesnt breath as much life into the album. The Interlewd instrumental is also another backwards step in the album but it fits in well if only they had put it at the end of Roswell's Spell instead of seperating it would be an interesting dynamic in the album. It just seems like space for another great song was taken. A great thing about this album is the way it intros with Sleep Apneas blistering and eargasmic opening. It lets you fall right in to the albums not really expecting whats going to happen. Thats the one thing that I was worried about is that Chevelle was going to become repetitive and follow suite from the last few albums but this album pays off well and is worth the money.
Sci-Fi Crimes gets an 8 out of 10
I'm a huge Chevelle fan, pretty much the only music I listen to anymore. I loved jars and couldn't wait for more songs like those on the previous four albums. I didn't really get that but what I got was even better, in my mind. I have loved the previous albums(still do) and have seen new sounds on each album that I thought were progressive. This album really shows the creativity of the band and I love that they are fearless enough to do something like this. I think I probably would have been happy with another vena sera but now that I have this album I can see why another vena sera would not have been as progressive. Nice work guys. My personal favorites are Fell Into Your Shoes, Sleep Apnea, and This Circus, if I had to pick.
Another Awesome Album!!!
My only question is how do I get "Leto's Headache", "The Gist"....(and the amazing acoustic version of "Sleep Apnea")? I've heard ripped versions and they sound GREAT!!
I have nothing negative to say about Sci-Fi Crimes! I'm not a music critic picking pieces of what needs work and/or "that wasn't a good choice" or rating each song. All I know is, I'm a huge fan of music and a huge fan of Chevelle. In my own musical expertise I give this 5+ stars. If anything, I do like to pick at the lyrics. Lyrics in my opinion say so much and one thing I have always gave Chevelle credit for, was their lyrics. Pete can write so beautifully and make you really think about "What is being said here?"... then you throw Sam on killer drum playing and Dean, who in my opinion, is an excellent bass player. They haven't disappointed me one bit!
By the way... I do love your accoustic version of Highland's Apparition...the song gives me chills (well, I guess so, since it's about ghost)... but it's a "real" feeling...and I get that with pretty much all your music. Beautifully done!!!
Me and atleast a dozen of my closest friends are waiting for Chevelle to come back to Edmonton. Last time was amazing!! We have to drive 3 hours to get there and it's no problem. The new album is awesome. Thanks guys!!!!
I've been hearin Jars on the radio and wondering if a new album was coming. I just remembered to find out today. This one cranks just like all the rest, Keep it up... f-in awesome
been looking forward to another profound yet rocked out work of art i am exited and not let down at all by what chevelle has provided!!!!awesome!!! love it!!!
Awesome job! I think this album is rockin. The reason i'm a fan is that you guys put so much effort in to your music. I really like Sleep Apnea. That song pumps me up. I hope to see you guys rock out Knoxville, TN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is a pretty solid album & I'll be listening to it more. I just got it & finished my first listen so this is my first listen impression. Solid & good but lacks the grit of This Type of Thinking.
Yes, I'm sorry but, I see all your music through that album - This Type of Thinking (could do us in). One of my favorite albums ever. Blistering & melodic & the screams are epic. It was your stand out album to me. I know you've done Vena Sera & have moved on & I guess I need to as well I just want to tell you now that I never got tired of This Type of Thinking. I play it over & over & it never gets old. So for me, it is the measuring rod of all the albums you'll ever do. It's not really fair I know, I'm being honest. I'll stop here with saying this... it seems Sci-Fi Crimes is better than Vena Sera but neither of those can touch TTOT. Something was lost after TTOT that I keep looking for but I'll listen to Sci-Fi Crimes & will enjoy it with multiple listens.
I'll try to take off the TTOT glasses & enjoy Sci-Fi Crimes for what it is on my next listen
WOW.... I AM SPEECHLESS... I JUST HAD TO LISTEN TO THIS ALBUM ONCE TO PROUDLY SAY IT IS AN AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME HIT!!! IT IS BETTER THAN WHAT I EXPECTED... BEING A HUGE CHEVELLE FAN, I'D HAVE TO SAY THIS MIGHT BE MY FAVORITE ALBUM BESIDES "WONDER WHAT'S NEXT"... YOU GUYS DID AN AMAZING JOB ON THIS ALBUM... I AM NOT ONE BIT DISPLEASED! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS!!! AND I AM LOOKING FORWARD FOR THE NEXT ALBUM HEHEHE... LOVE YOU GUYS!
"Sleep Apnea" and "Letter From A Thief" are good, and i know you mentioned them as possible singles... but i would definitely consider putting "Roswell's Spell" before the both of them. The beggining riff is wickedly catchy and the melodic chorus fits well... but the heavy guitar bridge at 2:46 puts the song to a different level, it could also spawn so many types of music videos.
This isn't a full review, just pointing out my own silliness.
The first few times I listened to Mexican Sun I could swear Pete was singing "screaming turtles never make it through". I couldn't figure out why they were making 80's-early 90's cartoon references until I broke open the album sleeve and realized I'm just deaf... prolly due to hearing loss from Chevelle shows. =P
Shameful Metaphors, Jars, Sleep Apnea, and on and on and on.... The lyrics contained in this album are knowledgeable, intense, and perfect. This is another exceptional piece of artistry from the band who understands that music is poetry. A wonderful additon to Vena Sera, This Type of Thinking (can do us in), and Wonder What's Next. It leaves the audience with the breathing plea of MORE.
Before the release of Sci-Fi Crimes, I became entranced with the earlier albums. I wouldn't listening to anything else at all. When I heard of this album and I finally got it, I was completely blown away! The quality and depth of your music is inspiring! Amazing album just like the rest~
My Husband and I are so stoked with the new album! We are natives of Asheville, NC and cannot wait to see you guys again at the Orange Peel!!!!! You guys will always be our favorite...Rock on!!!!
Does anybody knows about a concert in Germany sometimes? Me and my friends are great Chevelle fans and we had the wish to see them one times live. Pleas answer!!
I'm bad in Engllish but... It's the greatest! Three years I'm listening Chevelle music. Three f***ing years with best music I've ever heard. This album didn't become an exception.
It would be so great, if you made one point of your future tour in Saint-Petersburg, Russia.
LOL i ben listing for along time havve all the CDs but the new saw u live at rock on the range the first year (2007) and u guys were the main reason i went i skiped out on seeing papparoach to get a good spot for u guys i loved it cant wait to see u again and get a copy of the nwe cd
Finally picked up the new album. Yes have all of them. I must say it is a true testament to band blowing up prior limits. The progression in the albums is incredible. Vena Sera didnt live my player for about 7months. I plan to glue Sci-Fi Crimes in. Sure there are definite opinions on every spec of this album from the comments...But if I was to be judging the album for its faults, I should be in a 30k ft high office with the rough copy hand delivered needing an approving signature, not buying it from a retailer. In other words, Im not the artist, just the fan; As such I love the differences, even the Interlewd, as some have been skeptical. C'mon, if the critics are so blessed, why arent they on tour? It is an amazing album, the best album I've ever purchased. You guys make music more individualistically than any band I know of; Its completely your own sound. No matter what song off any album, there is no question its Chevelle. You guys really stepped it up again. Definitely a great work, from a fan that listens to the music a puzzle, listening for all the pieces to come together. It did this time, again. I'll see you guys with my wife and two friends at the Tabernacle in ATL 09/26. Finally, last time was Rocketown - Nashville '07.
Yeah, it's definitely better than Vena Sera. On Vena Sera I only like six songs, but on this album all the songs are good. Actually, I'm not a huge fan of the Interlewd. It's not as good as the Open on Point #1. The rest of Sci-Fi Crimes is amazing though.
I first saw chevelle way back like when they first came out.I swear they had a singer who did not play an instrument?It was in Fargo ND at the Fargo Civic.They were an opening band and I think it was for disturbed .I was pretty positive the bass player played a Yamaha bass thru an Ampeg rig.I notice the equipment because I play also.I think the new album rocks .I give it a five star and wont even compare it to their other stuff because it does not matter, it is a new day and they continue moving forward making good heavy music wich Iam grateful for.I usually do not like new albums right off anyway regardless of who it is(but liked this right away and more with each listen) .I need a while to become accustomed to the music.I have always liked the bass playing (and everything else) but i play bass and the bass on Chevelle songs can be heard, it is not buried.With alot of heavy bands a person has a hard time making out what the bass player is doing. On Chevelle releases you can hear each individual instrument nicely and the tone and sounds achieved are really great sounding to me.Alot when I listen Iam stoked by the music yet bummed that I cant get my own bass rig to sound as nice. Chevelle is on the road to major success.Every disc they put out has great songs and their library grows strong with each release.Good job ,nice release- love it!Rock on Chevelle! come to Fargo ND if you can we could use some of that stuff live up here thanks Man appreciate what you guys do alot!!!!!!!!!!!!
Like so many other fans, I’ve been a fan of your music for years but over the past three years, your music has provided me a security blanket & a source of strength. Let me explain…..
I have been struggling with cancer the past three years. I went through all the usual emotions: fear, anger, disbelief, shock, etc. One day as I was driving from yet another doctor’s appointment, I heard your song “Send the Pain Below”. I had heard the song before and it was & still is one of my favorites, but for some reason it was different for me that day. Music is supposed to stir the soul, awaken the senses, and give you an outlet for your emotions. And on that day, at that moment, that is what your music did for me. After the song played, it was as if something turned on in my head that said “you are going to be fine. You are going to take these experiences, grow from them and turn something scary & ugly into something beautiful”. From then on I felt like this tank that was prepared to go into battle. And I’ve been at war every since with only a few dents on the outside.
I knew the next adventure for me was not another trip to the hospital but a trip to see your live show. I had wanted to see your band perform for so long but was never able to because of doctor’s appointments, chemo that made me very exhausted, and so on. About six months ago, I found out that a different form of cancer had developed & a new course of treatment for me was started. Shortly after I began my new treatments, I heard that you were going to be appearing at Buzzfest in Nashville. Something inside of me told me that I HAD to go to this no matter what. On the day of the show, I had to have a last minute treatment that was unscheduled. Having the treatment meant I ran the risk of not being able to see the show. I went to the treatment but told the medical staff that I had to leave by a certain time because my favorite band is in town. The staff at my treatment clinic knew I was a huge fan of yours because they would allow me to play your CD in the clinic, must to the dismay of the other patients. Truth is I think they enjoyed the music just as well. Anyways, my treatment was taking longer than usual and the staff didn’t want me to leave. There was no way I was going to let this opportunity pass, so I literally ripped the IV out and left so that I could catch your show. I arrived just before you hit the stage and words cannot describe how happy I was. It’s one thing to have a muse, to have a source of strength and courage. But to see that source in person is amazing. It was definitely a highlight in my life. I would have given anything to have been able to meet you all in person and tell you face to face what your music has done for me, but I couldn’t get to the autograph session in time.
Right now I am preparing for two more operations the week of September 23rd and 24th. I also saw that you will be playing in Knoxville on September 22nd. Since I am not sure how the outcome of my surgeries will be, I am planning on making a trip to Knoxville and see you before I go under the knife again, even though my doctors want me to save my strength for surgery. Somehow I feel that seeing you perform live again will give me the extra boost I need before my surgeries.
I hope that someday I will be able to meet you and tell you what your music has done for me. How it has lifted me up, helped me to cope, made me face my fears, and helped me to be a better person. So, on the days that you are so tired from being on the road for 3 weeks with no breaks, or just exhausted from the nonstop life of a rock band, think of me & fans like me who look to you for inspiration, strength and hope. You have been my vessel for so many good things in my life. Your music has not only rocked hard but it kicked me hard so that I can be the strong, kick ass woman who isn’t afraid. Many bands can sing and play instruments, but to have the talent that you have & give a voice to so many who are scared to speak, THAT is real talent and a true art form.
I’m going to post this on as many websites as I can. Hopefully this will bring in new fans, reaffirm existing fans and maybe make it to your eyes as well. Best of luck to all of you in the future and see you in Knoxville!
I am a little astonished at myself for logging into a "fan site" and leaving a post, but I have to get something off my chest that I should've done the first time I saw you live. You guys are the most amazing live rock band that I have ever seen and I have been to almost 80 shows in my life. You do nothing but continue to melt my face each and every time....and I just want to THANK YOU for it. I saw you this past Saturday in Baltimore. (Thank you for hitting the club venue again....we LOVE you for it in MD) **I also live two hours away from the city...so come back to Dewey Beach if you can! Not only did I meet some amazing new friends at the venue, but you guys blew my mind with your raw power, soul-scorching sound, and honestly....(sorry to the kids standing around me that probably think I was a psychopath) you brought me to tears during Get Some. (that's my favorite) Closure, Mexican Sun, Sleep Apnea, Forfeit, Vitamin R, and Comfotable Liar.....if someone had slapped teh s*** out of me and hour later and run me over with their car, it would've been ok with me. For I had died and gone to heaven yet again during your set. (Also, kudos to adding Halestorm to the mix) She wails.
So, bottom line. I am a female, 29 year old, HUGE fan of Chevelle (and music as a whole) and have been since Point # 1. I work two jobs, don't get out much, don't have alot of money, have pretty much the lamest existence ever....but you three give me hope that maybe just once eash year.....I will fortunate enough to be in the same room as you and be brought back to the level of pure nirvana that you bring me to each time I attend a show. That was # 14 and counting.....
So, Pete, Sam, and Dean....keep going guys!!! B/c I am forever coming back! It must have been hard with Joe and all, but I think the consensus of us fans out here are LOVING the new album.
Much Love and I can't wait one day to hopefully get the honor of meeting you. Be safe on the road.
Chevelle.... there are no words how to describe how fhucking bomb you guys are...
The only thing that would take you guys out of this world is if you could come and perform in California!!! i've been wanting to see you guys for like ever!! My friends and i love your guys's music and would absolutely die if we saw you guys here in California, specifically, in Anaheim, CA.. yes where disneyland is -.-
But please come Chevelle there are a lot of Chevelle lovers here!! im serious if you guys come i would like be the happiest person alive cause you people are so fhucking awesome XD
You could even perform at the Honda center xD thats where these other bands are performing... i think its mettalica and the goo goo dolls.. but you guys are sooo way better xD please come im practically begging you guys and i dont dont beg 0.o
but for you guys its an exception xD
This album is amazing from beginning to end. I enjoyed every second of it. Been listening to it nonstop since it released. Shameful metaphors is one of the best songs on this album. Will be enjoying this for years to come. Thanks for the masterpiece guys!
Reviews for this Album
Awesome!
Ive been waiting for new Chevelle music for a long time and I have to admit the wait was worth it, I specially love Letter From a Thief and Sleep Apnea. You guys don't disappoint, Hope to see you playing in Houston TX sometime!
So f***ing awesome!!!
I love this album, I have been waiting SOOOO long for it, and let me tell you it was worth every second I was waiting, it really was. I love the whole album, but specially letter from a thief and jars. You guys are so amazing, I'll never stop listening to your music, you guys are such an inspiration! You guys actually inspired me to learn to play guitar and now I can't live with out it. So keep going and never give your music up. I hope you get to come to Puerto Rico one day so I could rock out all of your songs from the audience! lol, later <3
Pre-ordered
I just pre-ordered the Album, Had to get it from Amazon as i'm one of your UK fans, Im gunna get it in the next week, and i'm really looking forward to hearing it, alraedy heard some of your new material, Jars & This Circus, and i'm impressed, so i imagine the Album will be amazing and i'll really enjoy it. I'll review properly after i recieve it.
Sci-Fi Crimes
definetly. awesome album!
haha. fell into your shoes.. oh, thats the weird track, but its great, really great (L). letter from a thief, the chorus is on my mind all day, everyday, AWESOME AWESOME!. the ballad, highland's appartition, its beautiful! Roswell's Spell, heavier song! sounds perfect, I love the song, I love the interlude too. A new momentum (I could sleep forever), its one of my favorites too, I think it is the song I wish to come when I listen to the album (L). and this circus, sounds a little bit different of the rest. but YEAH! it rocks.
lovely album, and cannot wait to hear the bonus tracks 
I would prefer sleep apnea in other number of track. I dont feel it as the first. but its ok
the bridge of mexican sun its incredible guys! I dont know how you do that!
Awesome melodies in shameful metaphors, one of my favorite tracks in the album. well, Jars, i admit that this song keeps growing on me, so, imagine
thanks
just one question
the new album is great, i was just wondering: why isn't the first album on your website? the whole first album is great music, but "dos" and "m.i.a." are the best songs ever written the music is also gerat. i never knew about the first album till i found it on the self of fye, since then i told all my friends about it and everyone agrees that anyone who loves chevelle should have this album. please put it on this site, please! one more question, how did you come up with the lyrics for dos?
Must I suffer pain?
Needless to say, we love the new album. You guys are a constant inspiration to our own music as well. Just one objection -- and this from a native Chicagoan: WHEN YOU COMING OUT WEST?!! Denver has many really great venues, and it'd be awesome to have you here!
Loooove it
pre ordered it ever since ive got it ive been listening to this album non stop its so unique and differant but ts still chevelle! I can really relate to every track Shameful metaphores brought a tear to my eye I felt it right inside my heart and every other song gave me such a great feeling i already have all the songs memorized and stuck in my head i cant stop listening to this great album guys can't wait to see you with these new songs!
Not bad... Expected better...
Im sorry guys but this album is not the Chevelle I fell in love with, but it's still a very good album. I understand bands need to change but you're losing some of the edge come on!, I heard the bonus tracks The Gist and Letos Headache and I wish this album was filled with songs like that, awesome songs. Here are my opinions on each song:
Sleep Apnea - Awesome track, one of the best of Chevelle!!!
Mexican Sun - Good song, a little bit harder but I wish it had more screams :s
Shameful Metaphors - Another excellent track! Very good
Jars - Perfect choice for a single, but not a very strong song.
Fell Into Your Shoes - The experimental track of the album, its very interesting and I think its excellent.
Letter From a Thief - Weak, not bad but I think it could be better, something's missing.
Highlands Apparation - Good acoustic song, I still prefer Bend the Bracket but anyway its pretty good.
Roswell - Another hard track, wish more screaming, something is missing again, just good.
interlewd - Worst filler song ever, I was expecting something like Open and when I heard this I was like WTF? waste of track. Sorry :s
I Could Sleep Forever-A New Momentum - Good song, not excellent but very good.
This Circus - Wow, great track, excellent closer for an album I really enjoy it.
Well, thats my opinion of each song, a little disappointed cause Chevelle is my favorite band ever. But anyway, greetings from Costa Rica!!! Keep rocking!!!
Your Best Work Yet
Pete, Sam, Dean, Congratulations, it's obvious you have pushed yourselves vocally, musically & creatively. "Fell Into Your Shoes", "Shameful Metaphors", incredible. "A New Momentum", one of your best ever. Don't like the Interlewd. We pay for 11 tracks and we get 10. If your producer is going to talk you into doing that, put 12 tracks on the album! Aside from that, keep it up and looking forward to your Head Line tour!
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great album but why did it say in the booklet, To Pete's wife AND girlfriend. haha go Pete
Best yet.
I think this was you're best album yet! I loved Shameful Metaphors. It should be one of the singles.
The new sound is great. Jorge0790 was right, it was definately worth the wait. 
great band::::
but i really have a question maybe is something that everyone asks , and you might be tired of that...... are you christian i would like to know it from you.... your music is gorgeous but i found you looking for christian music cause i´m tired for all the rock band without a meaning.....
i would like to know that you are the band that i was dreamiing about
thxs
GBU
Another great album!
This new album has a different sound than their previous albums but it's still them. I like that it's a bit different from what we're used to. I think it's more mellow yet still hard at the same time.
Amazing album
When chevelle announced that they were to release a new album this coming summer. I was energized and ready for some really good music this summer. Little did I know it would not be what I had expected at all. Chevelle's "Sci Fi Crimes" album is way different then what I thought it would sound like. I know what your going to be asking however, "Does different mean bad?" I'm here to tell you however that the new album is really really good. It's a superb album thats music is a harsh but refreshing wave that htis you in all the right places. There are a few rocky bumps but this album will please chevelle fans. While the name leaves something to be desired the music is wonderful. The only draw back or in some peoples opinion great aspect is that it is everything you can expect from a chevelle album and at the same time it isnt. Petes vocals seem to stretch greatly this is partly due to the fact that he focused more on singing in Vena Sera and it seems he has developed a bit more so then last time. The music is much more raw then Vena Sera so its not a Vena Sera part two. All the way from Mexican Sun to This Circus you can feel the raw inventive power of Chevelle. You can tell Pete's vocals have evolved escpecially in songs like Roswell Spell and Fell Into Your Shoes. There isnt as much electronics and layered effects in this album as in Vena Sera. The only places that really drag in Sci-Fi Crimes is Letters To A Thief which while its an interesting song it doesnt breath as much life into the album. The Interlewd instrumental is also another backwards step in the album but it fits in well if only they had put it at the end of Roswell's Spell instead of seperating it would be an interesting dynamic in the album. It just seems like space for another great song was taken. A great thing about this album is the way it intros with Sleep Apneas blistering and eargasmic opening. It lets you fall right in to the albums not really expecting whats going to happen. Thats the one thing that I was worried about is that Chevelle was going to become repetitive and follow suite from the last few albums but this album pays off well and is worth the money.
Sci-Fi Crimes gets an 8 out of 10
And to ticibabamalafala....
The lyrics were written about when they first started and they played a show with only two people...Thus the title dos, spanish for two.
Different But Great Album
I'm a huge Chevelle fan, pretty much the only music I listen to anymore. I loved jars and couldn't wait for more songs like those on the previous four albums. I didn't really get that but what I got was even better, in my mind. I have loved the previous albums(still do) and have seen new sounds on each album that I thought were progressive. This album really shows the creativity of the band and I love that they are fearless enough to do something like this. I think I probably would have been happy with another vena sera but now that I have this album I can see why another vena sera would not have been as progressive. Nice work guys. My personal favorites are Fell Into Your Shoes, Sleep Apnea, and This Circus, if I had to pick.
Another Amazingly Awesome Album!!!
Another Awesome Album!!!
My only question is how do I get "Leto's Headache", "The Gist"....(and the amazing acoustic version of "Sleep Apnea")? I've heard ripped versions and they sound GREAT!!
Thanks for any help
vezi38@yahoo.com
I get chills!!
I have nothing negative to say about Sci-Fi Crimes! I'm not a music critic picking pieces of what needs work and/or "that wasn't a good choice" or rating each song. All I know is, I'm a huge fan of music and a huge fan of Chevelle. In my own musical expertise I give this 5+ stars. If anything, I do like to pick at the lyrics. Lyrics in my opinion say so much and one thing I have always gave Chevelle credit for, was their lyrics. Pete can write so beautifully and make you really think about "What is being said here?"... then you throw Sam on killer drum playing and Dean, who in my opinion, is an excellent bass player. They haven't disappointed me one bit!
By the way... I do love your accoustic version of Highland's Apparition...the song gives me chills (well, I guess so, since it's about ghost)... but it's a "real" feeling...and I get that with pretty much all your music. Beautifully done!!!
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awesome album...period
Alberta Loves Chevelle!!!
Me and atleast a dozen of my closest friends are waiting for Chevelle to come back to Edmonton. Last time was amazing!! We have to drive 3 hours to get there and it's no problem. The new album is awesome. Thanks guys!!!!
You guys never disappoint me!
I've been hearin Jars on the radio and wondering if a new album was coming. I just remembered to find out today. This one cranks just like all the rest, Keep it up... f-in awesome
FINALLY!!!!!!
been looking forward to another profound yet rocked out work of art i am exited and not let down at all by what chevelle has provided!!!!awesome!!! love it!!!
Grip it n Rip it!
Once again Chevelle shreds it! album is hard and melodic and as good as ever. Cleveland loves you guys!!!!!
Another bad ass album!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Awesome job! I think this album is rockin. The reason i'm a fan is that you guys put so much effort in to your music. I really like Sleep Apnea. That song pumps me up. I hope to see you guys rock out Knoxville, TN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Good But Lacking the GRIT
This is a pretty solid album & I'll be listening to it more. I just got it & finished my first listen so this is my first listen impression. Solid & good but lacks the grit of This Type of Thinking.
I just want to tell you now that I never got tired of This Type of Thinking. I play it over & over & it never gets old. So for me, it is the measuring rod of all the albums you'll ever do. It's not really fair I know, I'm being honest. I'll stop here with saying this... it seems Sci-Fi Crimes is better than Vena Sera but neither of those can touch TTOT. Something was lost after TTOT that I keep looking for but I'll listen to Sci-Fi Crimes & will enjoy it with multiple listens.
Yes, I'm sorry but, I see all your music through that album - This Type of Thinking (could do us in). One of my favorite albums ever. Blistering & melodic & the screams are epic. It was your stand out album to me. I know you've done Vena Sera & have moved on & I guess I need to as well
I'll try to take off the TTOT glasses & enjoy Sci-Fi Crimes for what it is on my next listen
MINDBLOWING!!!!
WOW.... I AM SPEECHLESS... I JUST HAD TO LISTEN TO THIS ALBUM ONCE TO PROUDLY SAY IT IS AN AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME HIT!!! IT IS BETTER THAN WHAT I EXPECTED... BEING A HUGE CHEVELLE FAN, I'D HAVE TO SAY THIS MIGHT BE MY FAVORITE ALBUM BESIDES "WONDER WHAT'S NEXT"... YOU GUYS DID AN AMAZING JOB ON THIS ALBUM... I AM NOT ONE BIT DISPLEASED! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS!!! AND I AM LOOKING FORWARD FOR THE NEXT ALBUM HEHEHE... LOVE YOU GUYS!
Amazing
This album is awesome!I saw you guys in Toledo..You were awesome live I hope you make it back to Ohio!
Sci-Fi Single
"Sleep Apnea" and "Letter From A Thief" are good, and i know you mentioned them as possible singles... but i would definitely consider putting "Roswell's Spell" before the both of them. The beggining riff is wickedly catchy and the melodic chorus fits well... but the heavy guitar bridge at 2:46 puts the song to a different level, it could also spawn so many types of music videos.
P.S
Come To Calgary, Alberta ASAP
Cleaning Wax out of Ears...
This isn't a full review, just pointing out my own silliness.
The first few times I listened to Mexican Sun I could swear Pete was singing "screaming turtles never make it through". I couldn't figure out why they were making 80's-early 90's cartoon references until I broke open the album sleeve and realized I'm just deaf... prolly due to hearing loss from Chevelle shows. =P
Lyrical Masterpiece Sci-fi Crimes
Shameful Metaphors, Jars, Sleep Apnea, and on and on and on.... The lyrics contained in this album are knowledgeable, intense, and perfect. This is another exceptional piece of artistry from the band who understands that music is poetry. A wonderful additon to Vena Sera, This Type of Thinking (can do us in), and Wonder What's Next. It leaves the audience with the breathing plea of MORE.
Love the new album
as of right now my favorite song is Shameful Metaphors, i wish i knew what it was about but either way still love it.
Favorite Band EVER!!!
Before the release of Sci-Fi Crimes, I became entranced with the earlier albums. I wouldn't listening to anything else at all. When I heard of this album and I finally got it, I was completely blown away! The quality and depth of your music is inspiring! Amazing album just like the rest~
PLEASE COME TO PORTLAND OR!!!
Love it!
My Husband and I are so stoked with the new album! We are natives of Asheville, NC and cannot wait to see you guys again at the Orange Peel!!!!! You guys will always be our favorite...Rock on!!!!
Possible to see Chevelle in Germany?
Does anybody knows about a concert in Germany sometimes? Me and my friends are great Chevelle fans and we had the wish to see them one times live. Pleas answer!!
Thanks God, he give us Chevelle!!
Greetings from Europe
My god...
I'm bad in Engllish but... It's the greatest! Three years I'm listening Chevelle music. Three f***ing years with best music I've ever heard. This album didn't become an exception.
It would be so great, if you made one point of your future tour in Saint-Petersburg, Russia.
With best regards,
Mi Ess =))
Im a big fan
LOL i ben listing for along time havve all the CDs but the new saw u live at rock on the range the first year (2007) and u guys were the main reason i went i skiped out on seeing papparoach to get a good spot for u guys i loved it cant wait to see u again and get a copy of the nwe cd
Awesome
A LETTER FROM A THIEF is all that needs to be said
wahoo!!
i love chevelle thay rock the best band ever
Incredible album.
Finally picked up the new album. Yes have all of them. I must say it is a true testament to band blowing up prior limits. The progression in the albums is incredible. Vena Sera didnt live my player for about 7months. I plan to glue Sci-Fi Crimes in. Sure there are definite opinions on every spec of this album from the comments...But if I was to be judging the album for its faults, I should be in a 30k ft high office with the rough copy hand delivered needing an approving signature, not buying it from a retailer. In other words, Im not the artist, just the fan; As such I love the differences, even the Interlewd, as some have been skeptical. C'mon, if the critics are so blessed, why arent they on tour? It is an amazing album, the best album I've ever purchased. You guys make music more individualistically than any band I know of; Its completely your own sound. No matter what song off any album, there is no question its Chevelle. You guys really stepped it up again. Definitely a great work, from a fan that listens to the music a puzzle, listening for all the pieces to come together. It did this time, again. I'll see you guys with my wife and two friends at the Tabernacle in ATL 09/26. Finally, last time was Rocketown - Nashville '07.
No Disappointments
Yeah, it's definitely better than Vena Sera. On Vena Sera I only like six songs, but on this album all the songs are good. Actually, I'm not a huge fan of the Interlewd. It's not as good as the Open on Point #1. The rest of Sci-Fi Crimes is amazing though.
Amazing Album
The New album is amazing, picked it up the first day and love it, please come to Buffalo, NY sometime.
sci -fi crimes rocks
I first saw chevelle way back like when they first came out.I swear they had a singer who did not play an instrument?It was in Fargo ND at the Fargo Civic.They were an opening band and I think it was for disturbed .I was pretty positive the bass player played a Yamaha bass thru an Ampeg rig.I notice the equipment because I play also.I think the new album rocks .I give it a five star and wont even compare it to their other stuff because it does not matter, it is a new day and they continue moving forward making good heavy music wich Iam grateful for.I usually do not like new albums right off anyway regardless of who it is(but liked this right away and more with each listen) .I need a while to become accustomed to the music.I have always liked the bass playing (and everything else) but i play bass and the bass on Chevelle songs can be heard, it is not buried.With alot of heavy bands a person has a hard time making out what the bass player is doing. On Chevelle releases you can hear each individual instrument nicely and the tone and sounds achieved are really great sounding to me.Alot when I listen Iam stoked by the music yet bummed that I cant get my own bass rig to sound as nice. Chevelle is on the road to major success.Every disc they put out has great songs and their library grows strong with each release.Good job ,nice release- love it!Rock on Chevelle! come to Fargo ND if you can we could use some of that stuff live up here thanks Man appreciate what you guys do alot!!!!!!!!!!!!
thank you
been loving the music for years and this new album is just fantastic. thanks for doing what you guys do. F'ing great stuff !!!
Come thru OH sometime
Thank you for saving my life....
Like so many other fans, I’ve been a fan of your music for years but over the past three years, your music has provided me a security blanket & a source of strength. Let me explain…..
I have been struggling with cancer the past three years. I went through all the usual emotions: fear, anger, disbelief, shock, etc. One day as I was driving from yet another doctor’s appointment, I heard your song “Send the Pain Below”. I had heard the song before and it was & still is one of my favorites, but for some reason it was different for me that day. Music is supposed to stir the soul, awaken the senses, and give you an outlet for your emotions. And on that day, at that moment, that is what your music did for me. After the song played, it was as if something turned on in my head that said “you are going to be fine. You are going to take these experiences, grow from them and turn something scary & ugly into something beautiful”. From then on I felt like this tank that was prepared to go into battle. And I’ve been at war every since with only a few dents on the outside.
I knew the next adventure for me was not another trip to the hospital but a trip to see your live show. I had wanted to see your band perform for so long but was never able to because of doctor’s appointments, chemo that made me very exhausted, and so on. About six months ago, I found out that a different form of cancer had developed & a new course of treatment for me was started. Shortly after I began my new treatments, I heard that you were going to be appearing at Buzzfest in Nashville. Something inside of me told me that I HAD to go to this no matter what. On the day of the show, I had to have a last minute treatment that was unscheduled. Having the treatment meant I ran the risk of not being able to see the show. I went to the treatment but told the medical staff that I had to leave by a certain time because my favorite band is in town. The staff at my treatment clinic knew I was a huge fan of yours because they would allow me to play your CD in the clinic, must to the dismay of the other patients. Truth is I think they enjoyed the music just as well. Anyways, my treatment was taking longer than usual and the staff didn’t want me to leave. There was no way I was going to let this opportunity pass, so I literally ripped the IV out and left so that I could catch your show. I arrived just before you hit the stage and words cannot describe how happy I was. It’s one thing to have a muse, to have a source of strength and courage. But to see that source in person is amazing. It was definitely a highlight in my life. I would have given anything to have been able to meet you all in person and tell you face to face what your music has done for me, but I couldn’t get to the autograph session in time.
Right now I am preparing for two more operations the week of September 23rd and 24th. I also saw that you will be playing in Knoxville on September 22nd. Since I am not sure how the outcome of my surgeries will be, I am planning on making a trip to Knoxville and see you before I go under the knife again, even though my doctors want me to save my strength for surgery. Somehow I feel that seeing you perform live again will give me the extra boost I need before my surgeries.
I hope that someday I will be able to meet you and tell you what your music has done for me. How it has lifted me up, helped me to cope, made me face my fears, and helped me to be a better person. So, on the days that you are so tired from being on the road for 3 weeks with no breaks, or just exhausted from the nonstop life of a rock band, think of me & fans like me who look to you for inspiration, strength and hope. You have been my vessel for so many good things in my life. Your music has not only rocked hard but it kicked me hard so that I can be the strong, kick ass woman who isn’t afraid. Many bands can sing and play instruments, but to have the talent that you have & give a voice to so many who are scared to speak, THAT is real talent and a true art form.
I’m going to post this on as many websites as I can. Hopefully this will bring in new fans, reaffirm existing fans and maybe make it to your eyes as well. Best of luck to all of you in the future and see you in Knoxville!
Misty Donahay
Nashville, TN
Best Album Yet!!
I thought this album was by far my favorite. I wake up to Sleep Apnea every day!!
EPIC!!!!
Friggin loved it enjoyed every second of it
You fellas shred to pieces and I couldn't love you more for it!!
Hey Boys:
I am a little astonished at myself for logging into a "fan site" and leaving a post, but I have to get something off my chest that I should've done the first time I saw you live. You guys are the most amazing live rock band that I have ever seen and I have been to almost 80 shows in my life. You do nothing but continue to melt my face each and every time....and I just want to THANK YOU for it. I saw you this past Saturday in Baltimore. (Thank you for hitting the club venue again....we LOVE you for it in MD) **I also live two hours away from the city...so come back to Dewey Beach if you can! Not only did I meet some amazing new friends at the venue, but you guys blew my mind with your raw power, soul-scorching sound, and honestly....(sorry to the kids standing around me that probably think I was a psychopath) you brought me to tears during Get Some. (that's my favorite) Closure, Mexican Sun, Sleep Apnea, Forfeit, Vitamin R, and Comfotable Liar.....if someone had slapped teh s*** out of me and hour later and run me over with their car, it would've been ok with me. For I had died and gone to heaven yet again during your set. (Also, kudos to adding Halestorm to the mix) She wails.
So, bottom line. I am a female, 29 year old, HUGE fan of Chevelle (and music as a whole) and have been since Point # 1. I work two jobs, don't get out much, don't have alot of money, have pretty much the lamest existence ever....but you three give me hope that maybe just once eash year.....I will fortunate enough to be in the same room as you and be brought back to the level of pure nirvana that you bring me to each time I attend a show. That was # 14 and counting.....
So, Pete, Sam, and Dean....keep going guys!!! B/c I am forever coming back! It must have been hard with Joe and all, but I think the consensus of us fans out here are LOVING the new album.
Much Love and I can't wait one day to hopefully get the honor of meeting you. Be safe on the road.
xoxoxo-
Kris
awesomeness xD
Chevelle.... there are no words how to describe how fhucking bomb you guys are...
The only thing that would take you guys out of this world is if you could come and perform in California!!! i've been wanting to see you guys for like ever!! My friends and i love your guys's music and would absolutely die if we saw you guys here in California, specifically, in Anaheim, CA.. yes where disneyland is -.-
But please come Chevelle there are a lot of Chevelle lovers here!! im serious if you guys come i would like be the happiest person alive cause you people are so fhucking awesome XD
You could even perform at the Honda center xD thats where these other bands are performing... i think its mettalica and the goo goo dolls.. but you guys are sooo way better xD please come im practically begging you guys and i dont dont beg 0.o
but for you guys its an exception xD
One of the best albums ever!
This album is amazing from beginning to end. I enjoyed every second of it. Been listening to it nonstop since it released. Shameful metaphors is one of the best songs on this album. Will be enjoying this for years to come. Thanks for the masterpiece guys!
Absolutely amazing.
Chevelle.. I know you've heard this a billion times, but Sci-Fi Crimes was AWESOME. Need I say any more? Awesome album. Period.
You guys rock.