The Twelve Tribes

The Twelve Tribes

Track Listings

1. Tribe Number Thirteen

2. Kozatzke/Der Ziser

3. Gypsy Bulgar

4. Chusen Kale Mazel Tov

5. Queen of the Midnight Fax

6. New Year After...

7. Bulgar

8. Der Gasn Nign

9. Television Frailachs

10. Table Pounding

11. As If

Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com
Clarinetist David Krakauer shifted his focus to klezmer in the late 1980s, and has since become one of the leaders of the so-called neo-klezmer music scene. Having grown up listening to and studying rock, jazz, and classical, he imbues his current explorations with a potent range of depth and experimentation. Krakauer's fourth album has a raw edginess that's more in keeping with older klezmer 78 rpm records. Eschewing the restrained recreations of many contemporary ensembles, his music is full of the passions that still spring to life in those recordings from the 1920s. On the composition "Table Pounding," Krakauer's clarinet lines entwine with those of a gently distorted electric guitar, which are then joined by exuberant drumming and rolling accordion washes, making this music sound like the past, the present, and the future. --David Greenberger

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The Rebirth of Tragedy
Average customer rating:

this is not emo metal

You heard me: "Good, Nu-Metal"

"...Smash us like collisions of planets"

Amazing Band!

Twelve Tribes are awsome

The Rebirth of Tragedy
Twelve Tribes
Manufacturer: Ferret Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Customer Reviews:

this is not emo metal .......2007-06-21

This album is a hybrid of sounds and lead singer Adam Jackson jumps from gut wrenching screams to calm melodies. This is not an emo record so do not get it twisted. Venus Complex,Translation of Fixes and Chroma are brutal tracks. There are many who try to compare these gentlemen to other bands but they fail to realize that they are in a league of their own. The Midwest is taking over soon and Dayton, Ohio will lead the way.

You heard me: "Good, Nu-Metal".......2005-10-20

TWELVE TRIBES - The Rebirth of Tragedy
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Well title just about sums it up.... "Good Nu-Metal" - Twelve Tribes adds some serious Talentand musicianship, Song writing skills and a Refreshing Vibe to a desperately dying scene. The Rebirth of Tragedy is a solid CD from start to finish. At first I felt ashamed to like something so blatantly Nu-Metal... But there is so much talent and so many great songs on this CD it is undeniable. Music is Music. Forget Titles and enjoy anything that pleases the ears.... Twelve Tribes do just that. Can't wait for anew album!
Favorite Songs: Baboon Music, Venus Complex, Chroma, and Luna
-3.75 STARS

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"...Smash us like collisions of planets".......2005-10-12

With "Twelve Tribes'" release `The Rebirth Of Tragedy', there was one thing I noticed about the album that is essential to the overall experience, it takes time.

When I first got a chance to see these guys live shortly after I was introduced to the metal/hardcore scene. I had never heard of them at the time, and wanted to discover every band associated within these genres. After what I considered a very solid and well performed performance, I met the band and picked up this CD.

When I first listened to it, almost none of it really clicked with me. I almost thought that the band I just saw live wasn't the same on the CD. I listened to it again, to try and soak up some of it better, but still nothing... and once again another CD gets set aside and rejected in my collection.

Then around a year ago, I saw them live again... and this time knowing what to expect. Once again an incredible live show, "So what is it about the CD that bugs me so much?" I would constantly ask myself, but still the CD went on with no attention.

Now over a year from when I saw them, and much more experience of many more bands... I decided once again to give this CD my full attention while reading the lyrics along with it.

This time I really started to hear what this band was all about. Listening to this CD I noticed one thing that I rarely hear in bands `now-a-days'; every instrument stands out, and the guitars and bass are almost never following each other, they are each doing their own parts, which adds a extreme amount of depth in each song. The guitar riffs written throughout are well processed and brought together. The bass not only brings out the guitar, but it stands out on it's own a lot... which is something I wish I could hear in more bands. The drummer is very talented and keeps the energy flowing throughout the entire album. And most of all comes the unique side of things, Adam Jackson's vocals which are in a sense of a yelling/shouting/rap tone with the occasional screaming, and the `singing' vocals are nothing short of amazing as well; while not a lot is present, where they are included they are never out of place.

The lyrics presented to us by Adam Jackson, are extremely well thought out and complex. While you may sometimes get lost in his thoughts, he sure knows how to give the reader a general sense of what he is trying to say and what his opinions of his life experiences are. I always can really appreciate great lyrics!

One of the biggest letdowns is the artwork and design by Cory Kildof of `Sons Of Nero'. Knowing the great reputation and work by `Sons Of Nero' I had really high expectations for the design, when overall I feel let down and my expectations shattered by the bland brown dusty colors used, and simplistic patterns and designs throughout. And while I really love the lyrics by Jackson, the idea to squash them all together senselessly becomes a burden to read which brings about another let down.

In conclusion, this album features plenty of great songs and great lyrics. In my opinion the best songs are featured more towards the beginning and near the end they become a little more stale, but overall this album is defiantly worth checking out but make sure as you listen, you give it your full attention along with an open mind, and you might find yourself listening to a great musical experience.

Amazing Band!.......2005-07-25

I attended the Summer Meltdown in Alaska yesterday with 12 Tribes as one of the performing bands. I was blown away and had to come here to purchase a CD first thing today.

Twelve Tribes are awsome.......2005-07-25

I had never hear of 12 Tribes or had heard their music until yesterday, but they blew me away. I saw them live in Alaska performing with 36 Crazyfists among other bands and they totally kicked ass. I am definetely going to buy their music and will be looking forward to more shows and music from them in the future.

Average customer rating:

An exciting new recording

The Twelve Tribes
David Krakauer's Klezmer Madness
Manufacturer: Label Bleu Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Tracks:

Tribe Number Thirteen
Kozatzke/Der Ziser
Gypsy Bulgar
Chusen Kale Mazel Tov
Queen of the Midnight Fax
New Year After...
Bulgar
Der Gasn Nign
Television Frailachs
Table Pounding
As If

Amazon.com

Clarinetist David Krakauer shifted his focus to klezmer in the late 1980s, and has since become one of the leaders of the so-called neo-klezmer music scene. Having grown up listening to and studying rock, jazz, and classical, he imbues his current explorations with a potent range of depth and experimentation. Krakauer's fourth album has a raw edginess that's more in keeping with older klezmer 78 rpm records. Eschewing the restrained recreations of many contemporary ensembles, his music is full of the passions that still spring to life in those recordings from the 1920s. On the composition "Table Pounding," Krakauer's clarinet lines entwine with those of a gently distorted electric guitar, which are then joined by exuberant drumming and rolling accordion washes, making this music sound like the past, the present, and the future. --David Greenberger

Customer Reviews:

An exciting new recording.......2002-10-28

David Krakauer has turned out an exciting new recording that is a blend of jazz, rock, blues, klezmer and much more. The tunes are very lively with a few surprises. A must listen for anyone who enjoys spirited clarinet playing and a new perspective to old tunes as well as new music. A true joy!!

Average customer rating:

This is a great album!!!
Definitely a good cd!!
Derivative hardcore from Ohio
Great Album
This release crushes their last effort!

Midwest Pandemic
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Customer Reviews:

This is a great album!!!.......2007-06-21

This album is a great one. Twelve Tribes are in a genre of their own. I don't think anyone should sleep on them. If the album does not impress them see them live. Right after I bought the album I was privileged to see them alive and they do not disappoint. I was in a room full of people who knew nothing about this band. They were ready to see Shai Hulud and Dead to Fall. When twelve tribes hit the stage they owned no question about it. End of story , I call it as I see it. Anyway if you really want to get into their music from the beginning listen to "as flowers to feathers and petals to wings","instruments" and "The Rebirth Tragedy". Twelve Tribes is one of many bands from Ohio that you should check out. The midwest will soon be taking over.

Definitely a good cd!!.......2007-03-09

If you are a twelve tribes True fan you wont be dissapointed in this cd. Its defintely, well I think heavier than their last album and alot has been added to the cd! Anyone can write and a review and judge a band on their playing ability but lets see these people play these songs? I mean the band has no direction? they are directed by the singer of "killswitch Engage" A very reputable band... Not to mention twelve tribes isnt the most well known band of 2007 competeing with bands like chimaira, otep, sevendsut, korn, and alot of other more popular metal bands new cds coming out. This is an underground band more so than being put on well known soundtracks and such. Its definitely a good cd to check out.. I have listend to so many metal bands and twelve tribes defintely don't get the attention that they deserve

Derivative hardcore from Ohio.......2007-02-25

Although Twelve Tribes call themselves a hardcore band, their sound vastly differs from those typical hardcore music we know. To their credit, this band certainly has more potential and diversity than most others. However, they seem to make little use of this potential, opting for the done-to-death, bland style of the genre, which includes lots of gutteral screams and growls mixed where a single guitar theme is placed underneath the vocals whilst the bass does nothing but follow that pattern till the end of the song.

That's a shame, however, considering the band's strength definitely lies in crafting diverse songs that are replete with heavy breakdowns and great rhythmic combinations. Out of all five members, it is only Shane Shook who's trying to break the mould, as he inserts some great raw yet rhythmically powerful fills throughout the whole album. Also, the guitarist is capable of so much more than is presented here. Rather than doing the same guitar run over and over again, he is at his creative best on the more laidback pieces, such as the primarily acoustic based "Monarch of Dreams", which recalls the finest moments of Isis and later day Cult of Luna. The acoustic walk of the melody is broken by dynamic drum and bass beats before everything calms down and is finalised on an eerie note. Likewise, the opening bass chords of "The Nine Year Tide" are sadly wasted when the band decide to turn it into yet another overdone hardcore number rather than developing it into a full-blown sludge cut. The guitar work of Kevin Schindel hints at his being a much better musician, so it's a real shame this band haven't made more use of his abilities. Although "Monarch of Dreams" is arguably the only piece that I like from start to finish (it's just 2 minutes though), there are good elements on other pieces, including the sombre guitar theme on the aforementioned "The Nine Year Tide", the rumbling bass of "History Versus the Pavement", and the clean-toned instrumentation on "Librium". The album's closing song is nearly nine minutes, divided into three sections, but some of the arrangements seem sorely lacking. They would have worked a lot better if they'd been linked with recurring melodic themes or been written with a stronger compositional vision.

I am unfamiliar with this band's previous work(s), so I have nothing to compare Midwest Pandemic with. That said, on its own, it feels like an album with undeniable potential wasted due to lack of direction. The resut is that the average hardcore fan may find them too diverse whilst fans of bands such as Void, Cult of Luna, and even Time of Orchids will find them too bland and uninspired.

Great Album.......2006-12-04

If you liked their previous material you'll love this
Pick it up!!

This release crushes their last effort!.......2006-10-26

I read somewhere before this album was released that this album was OK. OH PLEASE! This CD crushes 'Rebirth of Tragedy' in every way! Not only is the intensity on overdrive, but the melody is still there for that perfect blend of what a hardcore album should be! In a genre that's WAY TO OVERCROWDED, it isn't always easy to spot a hardcore band that delivers the goods & on this release Twelve Tribes continues to prove that they deserve to stand on top. I HIGHLY recommend this CD for any extreme hardcore fan.

Average customer rating:

What a wonderful hidden treasure.

Twelve Tribes
Richard Souther
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Customer Reviews:

What a wonderful hidden treasure........2003-08-28

An obscure, hard to find CD that I still love listening to. Although the 'New Age' category is not one that normally appeals to me, Souther's electronics can evoke such wonderful and deep emotions.
Listen to the way 'Hands Held Apart' just tugs at your strings, or be blown away by the raw power of the title track. My favorite, "Go the Distance" will take your breath away.

A wonderful CD!

As Feathers to Flower
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Rebirth of Tragedy
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