Save Me from Myself [CD]

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• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  Welch expected to inspire people

  • Incentivized

  It's 2008, and by now just about everyone in tune with the rock world has heard of Brian "Head" Welch's change of lifestyle nearly three years ago. Welch left his hit band Korn behind because of personal reasons and was able to kick a drug addiction with the help of God and Christianity. He decided to continue with music of his own (with well-traveled Josh Freese on drums). Not quite succumbing to stereotypical Christian style, his songs have intensities ranging from spirituality to anger. They are actually edgier and darker than those of Korn. God had told him to let out his aggression, and that's precisely what he has done in his first solo attempt, Save Me from Myself. His autobiography of the same title is worth reading bearing in mind it came to fruition first and this album is a soundtrack of sorts, much like Nikki Sixx's Heroin Diaries. Reading the book and then listening to the music will provide a better understanding of the album's messages. Save Me from Myself isn't preachy, though. It's a collection of stories and messages with regards to Welch's interactions with others and personal thoughts and habits. This might be an album that takes a few spins to truly appreciate, but even not having read the book it easily remains enjoyable. The layers of programming make a thorough sound and mesh well with the guitars, obviously Welch's bread and butter. Songs such as "Flush," "Re-Bel," and "Save Me from Myself" center on negativities like drugs, alcoholism, and depression. Songs such as "Die Religion Die," "Adonai," and "Washed by Blood" center on religion and Christianity. The lyrical composition is anything but lacking - it's arguably the strongest aspect, and rightfully so considering the genuine essence. There really isn't anything unimpressive, other than the vocals perhaps being slightly better than tolerable. Brian "Head" Welch wasn't joking when he said he expected to inspire people.

  Posted 16 years ago by StaticSeth

• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  WOW

  • Incentivized

  This CD is way cool. Most CD's have a few songs I don't care for, but I honestly enjoy every one here. I enjoyed Korn music but didn't have high expectations for this. I was wrong. Most of it, is like nothing I've ever heard, which is very refreshing and a departure from mainstream rock. Some may or may not like the vocals. I for one, particularly enjoy how he goes from loud, angry, to soft and back again. This CD is also very inspirational and moving. If you have read Brian's book (Same name as CD), I think you will understand where he is coming from. If you follow Korn or know of Brian, then it's no secret that he left Korn to pursue a dedicated following to God. Let's be clear.... This is not a Christian CD, but he does make many references to God (who doesn't). Believe me... there is a song in here that relates to your life and it will move you. Enough rambling.... If you enjoy Korn or any kind of Heavy (I do mean Heavy) rock, then you will love this. If anything else, go to Itunes and sample some songs.before deciding, but you will not regret it. My favorites are LOVE, FLUSH, LOYALTY, and ADONAI. Enjoy.

  Posted 17 years ago by Skinner31

• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  Great Buy

  • Incentivized

  I bought this cd to see how Head would have changed and he certainly blew me away with his songs on this cd. I like every song on the CD and recommend it to anyone who listens to Korn or just plan rock music. Basically if you want good hard core rock music that can help you with problems in life this is the CD that will be inspirational to help you along the way.

  Posted 17 years ago by KillerB0010