Senses Fail
Ridgewood, New Jersey's Senses Fail, led by vocalist Buddy Nielsen, have been a cornerstone of the post-hardcore scene since their 2004 debut 'Let It Enfold You' established them as one of Drive-Thru Records' most promising acts. The band's sound has evolved dramatically over two decades, shifting from emo-tinged post-hardcore to heavier, more aggressive territory on albums like 'Renacer' and 'If There Is Light, It Will Find You.' Nielsen's candid lyrics about mental health, addiction, and personal growth have resonated deeply with fans who have grown up alongside the band.
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Senses Fail Shows (4)
Discography
11 tracks
- 1 The Three Marks Of Existence 1:51
- 2 Carry The Weight 3:58
- 3 The Courage Of An Open Heart 3:14
- 4 Wounds 3:48
- 5 Take Refuge 3:52
- 6 Surrender 5:13
- 7 Dying Words 2:47
- 8 The Importance Of The Moment Of Death 2:36
- 9 Pull The Thorns From Your Heart 3:56
- 10 We Are Returning Home 3:52
- 11 My Fear Of An Unlived Life 5:49
2 tracks
- 1 All You Need Is Already Within You 2:41
- 2 Real Talk 1:47
5 tracks
- 1 Jets To Peru 3:51
- 2 In Your Absence 3:20
- 3 Death Bed 4:32
- 4 Family Tradition 3:26
- 5 Lost and Found 3:51
12 tracks
- 1 Double Cross 3:25
- 2 Elevator To The Gallows 3:44
- 3 New Jersey Makes, The World Takes 2:59
- 4 Gold Jacket, Green Jacket... 3:34
- 5 First Breath, Last Breath 2:54
- 6 Ancient Gods 3:46
- 7 Is It Gonna Be The Year? 4:01
- 8 You Get So Alone At Times That It Just Makes Sense 4:21
- 9 Orlando And A Miscarriage 2:10
- 10 Shaking Hands 4:06
- 11 Stay What You Are 3:31
- 12 If There Is Light, It Will Find You 6:17
8 tracks
- 1 Steven 4:32
- 2 Free Fall Without a Parachute 4:30
- 3 Bloody Romance 3:58
- 4 Dreaming A Reality 5:00
- 5 The Ground Folds 4:09
- 6 Handguns and Second Chances 2:21
- 7 Bastard Son 4:00
- 8 One Eight Seven 4:27
2 tracks
- 1 I Wish It Was Christmas Today 2:33
- 2 Donde Esta Santa Clause 2:20
4 tracks
- 1 Senses Fail - We Are 138 2:03
- 2 Senses Fail - Attitude 1:32
- 3 Saves The Day - Saves The Day - Some Kinda Hate 2:01
- 4 Saves The Day - Saves The Day - Where Eagles Dare 1:52
11 tracks
- 1 The Burial of the Dead 3:18
- 2 End of the World / A Game of Chess 3:56
- 3 The Fire Sermon 3:25
- 4 I Am Error 3:52
- 5 Death by Water 3:49
- 6 What the Thunder Said 4:27
- 7 Miles to Go 3:11
- 8 Lush Rimbaugh 3:13
- 9 Hell is in Your Head 3:03
- 10 I'm Sorry I'm Leaving 3:12
- 11 Grow Away from Me 6:13
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