Masterpiece Theatre (Marianas Trench album)
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| Studio album by Marianas Trench | ||||
| Released | February 24, 2009 | |||
| Recorded | 2008–2009 | |||
| Genre | Pop punk,symphonic rock | |||
| Length | 45:41 | |||
| Label | 604 | |||
| Producer | Dave Genn, Greig Nori, Dave Ogilvie, Raine Maida, Josh Ramsay | |||
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Masterpiece Theatre is the second studio album by Canadian rock group Marianas Trench. It was released on February 24, 2009 in Canada and on September 28, 2010 in the United States. The album was available for preview at MuchMusic's website before the release. The last song on the album, titled "Masterpiece Theatre III", is a collage of all the songs on the album including its five singles.
The album is a slight departure from Fix Me, containing more theatrical elements and instruments while still retaining the punk rock influence of its predecessor. Songs like Masterpiece Theater 1, 2, and 3, Beside You, and Good To You show some experimentation using pianos and strings and harmonies.
The album sold 5,000 copies in its first week of release debuting at No. 4 on the Canadian Albums Chart and since then it has reached Platinum status in Canada with sales of over 80,000 copies nationwide.
Masterpiece Theatre was received well by most critics. The Phoenix New Times praised lead singer Josh Ramsay and the lyrics saying "Singer Josh Ramsay pushed himself vocally on this album, and the lyrics were very heartfelt and meaningful – not your typical pop-punk music."
Melodic.net said, "this album is one of the best, if not the best, discs i've heard in the past year or two." They also said "The harmonies, arrangements, and different styles experimented with throughout the spread of the CD are absolutely awe-inspiring."
Lost In the Sound gave the album a score of 80% out 100, saying that the album "is one of the best in its genre and proves that there is still good pop rock music out there."
The album sold over 80,000 copies in Canada and was certified Platinum by the CRIA. Singles such as "All To Myself" and "Cross My Heart" peaked in the top 15 of the Canadian Hot 100. Other singles such as "Celebrity Status", "Good to You" and "Beside You" peaked in the top 40 of the Canadian Hot 100.
All tracks written by Josh Ramsay, except where noted.
Credits for Masterpiece Theatre adapted from Allmusic.
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