This album completely blew me away. It far surpassed Commit This to Memory. Tracks 4 and 13 are two of my favorites. This is one album you can listen to over and over and over. I highly recommend you buy this album.

Motion City comes back around with a disc that sounds very dated. Listening to the album gives you a nostalgic feeling at first but by you finish you realize that its time for you to move on, Power Punk is dead. Motion City isn't a bad group but the climate has changed. This is not 2005 when Motion City along FOB and HelloGoodbye were fresh. An overused sound has destroyed Motion City and all of its clones. However the album's singles are pretty good but its frustrating when their momentums gives way to a crop of terrible songs. In 2008 punk needs to become more relevant and less childish Even if it kills Them.

having been a fan of motion city since their stellar debut in 2003 "i am the movie", while also loving their follow-up in 2005 "commit this to memory"...i was putting a lot of anticipation on the band's third album "even if it kills me". after being bumped back a few months of it's release date in july, i saw the artwork for the album and that said it all to me. the album cover looked poppy and it looked like something a highschooler or middleschooler would salivate over.

however, i heard the first somewhat single (teaser) "broken heart" and i really enjoyed it. it sounded like your typical MCS song with a great chorus and clever lyrics. after hearing that song my attitude toward the album changed once again to anticipation.

well, sadly my first gut instinct was right all along. this album is a straight-up pop album. there is nothing interesting going on with the guitars, no angst in justin's voice, and the lyrics seem to be lacking from their previous "commit this to memory" which was their best release thus far. i mean it sounds like their trying to be weezer but also fall out boy at the same time. MCS use to be one of my favorite bands but they just went backwards on this release instead of progressing from "memory..." sure, the songs are extremely catchy and will probably do well on the radio and be eaten by the scenesters, but hardly any of the songs are memorable like "hold me down" or "my favorite accident" from previous albums. not to mention, almost half the songs sound weak and like filler where as every single song on their last album was strong and going somewhere.

i think a factor could be the vocalist's choice of being sober throughout the recording. he admitted in articles that he was always wasted/high when they made their previous records but he cleaned up on this album and you can tell. the songs are also cleaner and not gritty like before. the lyrics are lacking and not as clever. and the songs are simple, straighforward pop songs with no complexity to them whatsoever.

however, don't get me wrong...it's not a bad album or terrible by any means. it's a fun, simple album full of catchy upbeat songs that fans of weezer or fans of fall out boy will love. its just that the band went backwards and made their weakest album to date. hardcore MCS fans might have a problem with this album like i do but if you like the band somewhat and like pop music with no depth, then you will probably enjoy this album. there's been questions circulating about this bands continuance in the future due to the lead singers drug problems, so i hope they can stick together for one more album so they can go out on top. this would be a bad way to go out IMO. thanks for reading.

Motion City Soundtrack's new album, Even If It Kills Me, is the type of album that gets better with every listen. If it's a Motion City Soundtrack record, then the music that's about to blast through those speakers is guaranteed to be extremely catchy highlighted by amazing vocals and infectious keyboards. This record is no different.

Songs like, "Fell In Love Without You," are a good example of what the band does best. Songs that are fast paced, have heavy keyboard and moog elements, loud guitars, and vocals that sound effortless yet fit the song perfectly. "Point of Extinction," falls under the same category of being fast paced, upbeat, and incredibly catchy. The band tends to step outside their comfort zone more often than not this time around. Whether it's utilizing heavy ooo's and aah's as background vocals like in, "It Had To Be You," and, "Can't Finish What You Started," to songs that thrive on piano, incredibly harmony, and vocals that actually sound emotional like in, "The Conversation," the band has grown up since the last record and they're here to display how they've matured.

"Antonia," and, "Last Night," aren't your typical Motion City Soundtrack songs either. "Antonia," sounds like one on the surface, but the lyrics are sung in a way that are almost spoken and sound like they were written to gloat about Justin Pierre(the lead singer)'s significant other. "Last Night," is another slow song that brings the piano into play once again, but is surrounded by low guitars and clapping. The album also has lyrics that anyone can relate to and a perfect example is in, "Last Night;" "I still don't know exactly who I am. I never will. Amen."

Motion City Soundtrack has always had a strong closing track on all their records and Even If It Kills Me is no exception. It's a little slow at first before it builds up and is then broken down again. The lyrics, as I mentioned, are the highlight of the record. One of my favorite lines is from this song; "I'm really not as stubborn as I seem/said the knuckle to the concrete." Motion City Soundtrack has always been able to use vocabulary that other bands wouldn't even consider(like including, "plethora," in the lyrics on their last album), but they outdo themselves this time around by referencing Transformers twice on this record. They've always been able to utilize depressing vocals or songs dealing with depressing issues(like break-ups) that wind up contradicating themselves and usually display the final product in an upbeat way.

This is the type of album you listen to once, forget about, then come back to a few days later. The songs get stuck in your head and the album grows on you. The drawing appeal to this album is the lyrics. Most of the songs are about going through hard times and dealing with them. My life is a mess right now, so this is kind of like the soundtrack to help me through that mess. I think anybody can find something to like about this band, whether it's the heavy moog and keyboard elements that they're known for, Justin Pierre's incredible vocal talent, or the fact that they have lyrics anyone can relate to. Motion City Soundtrack is definitely a band that should be given more than a second glance. Even If It Kills Me is as good as part as any in their catalog to do just that.

I have been a diehard fan of motion city soundtrack since their first album dropped. i have seen them live numerous times, and i have all but played out their first 2 cd's. needless to say, i was quite excited to get my hands on this as soon as possible.

perhaps i just set my expectations a bit too high for this cd, but it just seems like they all kind of lost the spark to make music for this one. sure, there are some good, standout tracks ("broken heart" and "where i belong" come to mind), but there is also a bit too much filler ("calling all cops" and "the conversation") when compared with their older albums.

lyrically, i would say that this ranks just as high as their previous work. sure, some of them are slightly more quirky than they used to be, but they are all still just as endearingly cathartic as well. musically, however, it sounds like they just got bored writing their own songs at points.

all in all though, its still a pretty good album. more good songs than bad. it's much better than say, anything that nickelback could ever write. its definitely worth a listen or two.

If you liked the previous Motion City Soundtrack CD's then you'll love this one. The only thing I don't like is that they sing a lot about transformers. I think they were payed, but it's still a great CD.

This album definitely still is Motion City Soundtrack, but it cannot hold a candle to Movie or Committ. It has good sound, good speed, has a large pop influence. If you're into the poppy Emo type stuff, than this album is definitely for you!!!

I've had MCS previous cd for awhile now just waiting for a new one to strike. It has and i;m loving the direction this time around. It has more of a personal touch to some of the songs. They still have the kick and style that they had in their previous effort. But MCS still knows to amp things up and add a little bit to their sound for the newer crowd that might not know.

They won't be under the radar anymore with "Even If It Kills Me". They will killing them at radio and retail before too long. I like they are releasing "This Is For Real" as it is one of my favorite songs on the cd. I'm finding it a bit more that artists actually releasing where just about every song on it. Can be a single at radio but works great even if that doesnt work out as is the case with MCS' lateast release.

Fan of: Fell In Love Without You, This Is For Real, It Had To Be You, Last Night, Can't Finish What You Started and Hello Helicopter. This stand out for me as the rest of this works out great much success and more fans will be the outcome after hearing "Even If It Kills Me".

No doubt.

Recently I was introduced to Motion City Soundtrack, before the release of Even If It Kills Me and fell in love with their fun lyrics and awesome beat. When I got this album I was surprised to see how amazing the band has become over the years. The tempo in each song DOES change often, keeping you engaged, along with lyrics that don't just sing, they tell intricate stories with lines you'll love.

It's amazing how different each song ends up being, from a piano based "The Conversation" to the tragic and dramatic "Hello Helicopter" and the upbeat "Where I belong" that starts with a catchy beat, and best of all lyrics that make you just want to sing along and laugh, each song carries it's own flavor of Motion City Soundtrack.

Overall, a great combination of music that will keep you wanting to play this album over and over again. It may very well be their best album yet.

Ok, so I have MCS's first two cds and liked them very much. When I first popped this one into my CD player I have to say that I didn't not really care for it the first 2 or 3 listens. Then, the more I listened to it, the more I began to like it. Had I reviewed this CD the day I bought it, I probably would have given in 2 or 3 stars at best but after hearing it through many times now, it totally deserves a 4. One thing that makes Motion City Soundtrack so good is their lyrics. They are right up there as one the best bands lyrically that are around now. The lyrics have so much meaning and are very original. The songs, although maybe not as initially catchy as their first two albums, are still very easy to get hooked on. Theres maybe two songs on here that I don't care for which is why it gets a 4 instead of a 5. If you like this genre of music then you need to pick up this CD. Enjoy!

Written on autopilot. Completely redundant. Just a sedated version of the last album. Less melodic, less energetic, less tempo changes, less guitary, and nothing new added (unless you want to count the conventional piano ballad The Conversation). The second guitar on the verse of Can't Finish What You Started before the vocals kick in is the high point of the album and emphasizes what the rest is lacking.

I'm always nervous when bands come out with their next release after a really good album, because I'm afraid I'll be disappointed. I really liked "Commit This to Memory" so I felt like MCS had a lot to live up to.

Turns out I had nothing to worry about; this is just as good. I've only listened to it twice so I'm not yet qualified to review it track-by-track but "Hello Helicopter" stands out. If you liked "Commit This to Memory", pick this one up.

ive never been such a big fan of mcs but have listened to their singles in the past. i never cared enough to buy their albums but listened to them. after hearing a few tracks off the album i thought id give it a shot, and i am very satisfied. i am pleasantly surprised with the outcome and this is definitely their best effort to date. its good catchy pop punk and really grows on you. the album is solid throughout and the only song that i am not crazy about is "the conversation", because it kind of reminds me of a musical. overall i really recommend this cd because it is simply great. even when im not listening i have the songs stuck in my head all day. every song is terrific and its hard to pick a favorite however my favorite track on the album is probably either the title track, "even if it kills me" or "it had to be you"

As has been mentioned above, it is difficult to top an album like I Am the Movie, which blended upbeat fast-paced synth-rock with an undercurrent of desperation perfectly.

Commit This to Memory was a solid, albeit more poppy, release.

This album sounds great, but it is a lot more poppy. Occasional sequences will sound reminiscent of IATM, but for the most part the quirky lyrics make it hard for me to rank this anywhere near IATM or CTTM.

A solid buy if you're a diehard MCS fan. People just beginning to cut their teeth on MCS would do well to just pick up the first two.

I have to say, musically this is pretty much a straight up pop record. Catchy as hell, but not in a way that gets annoying. It's one of the rare pop records that actually grows on you with more and more listens.

The real part of this record that I love are the lyrics. Totally ridiculous and completely brilliant at the same time. I've never heard a more perfect tongue-in-cheek writer than Justin Pierre. Whoever said this is more enjoyable for 13-16 year olds is nuts. There hasn't been a record that's come out in the last few years that makes more sense to me lyrically (i'm 23, broke with very little credit and quite confused how to live life yet somehow hopeful...like every other person i know approaching their mid twenties, lol). I don't know if that's done on purpose since I think these guys are in their late 20's but it certainly speaks to me.

Bottom line, I think these guys are absolutely brilliant. In a giant sea of bands caught up in image, these guys (even though risky) still put their music first and image second which makes me do nothing but respect them. To Motion City Soundtrack and all their future success! I wish them nothing but the best! *Cheers*

Over the years, Motion City Soundtrack has gained quite a following, blossoming from unknowns to staples in the indie world and borderline mainstream. It's always difficult for a band to toe the line between staying true to their original style yet still evolving without "selling out." I hate that term, but when bands like Fall Out Boy and My Chemical Romance do a complete 180 in terms of their musical style after they got famous, you have to wonder what spurred that. Luckily, I think that with this album, Motion City Soundtrack has successfully pulled it off.

I have to admit, if you are looking for a punk sound, you may be disappointed. While a lot of their old stuff (songs like Throwdown and many tracks on I Am The Movie) had a grittier sound, Motion City Soundtrack has definitely gotten a little poppier. You can tell the difference in production and polish on this album than on I Am The Movie. Yet they have done so in such a way that their punk roots are still slightly evident, though the "pop" of "pop punk" is definitely the headline here. I think this evolution to a poppier sound was evident in Commit This To Memory, and they do it again here. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying the sound is soooo different from their last album. It's a small change, and it works.

If you've read the Alternative Press article, then you know a big theme of this album is the sobriety and feelings of Justin Pierre, the lead singer and songwriter. This is very evident; many of the lyrics are more personal than in Motion City Soundtrack's past work. As a result, some of the songs are a little softer and more expressive, and there is more use of piano, most notably in "The Conversation," which is very Ben Folds-like. But they still retain their fast-paced, synthesizer rock sound. Lyrically, I think this is their most mature album. Songs like "This Is For Real" and "Even If It Kills Me" deal with themes like drug use and trying to get your life back on track, while tracks like "It Had To Be You" have the fun, goofy lyrics that MCS is known for. The quality of Justin's vocals (one of my personal favorite points of this band) are still very high, and the rolling drums that pushed the beat in old songs like "My Favorite Accident" and "Everything is Alright" is still here, like in "This Is For Real" and "Broken Heart." And while some songs are more mature, the pop sound has required that the Moog synthesizer remain of the band's focal points.

All in all, it's good to see a band successfully cater to their old fans while adapting their style to fit their changing musical tastes and abilities. If you ask me, I think this album is going to blow up (and for good reason).

Personal favorites: "This Is For Real," "It Had To Be You," "Where I Belong," "Point of Extinction," "Antonia," "Even If It Kills Me"

Motion city has done it again with " even if it kills me" , which is a fantastic album that wont dissapoint , mcs captures you from the first to the last track. one would think they would fizzle out like a few bands we all know on the third album but they stay true to thier sound. pick this up when you get the chance!

When a band releases an album like "I Am the Movie," one is left to wonder how they can possibly top it, or, at least, keep the same quality. How relieved we all were when "Commit This to Memory" came out.

But can they do it again?

They can and they did. "Even if it Kills Me" is a good record. The band's music has evolved in just the right way. When you slap down your $12 for this album, you are paying for forty five minutes of gold. Every song hooks you in and holds your attention through to the end. Specifically, listen to "This is for Real" and "Antonia."

I Am The Movie was gold, their following release after that was gold as well.

I tried to listen to this CD twice but couldn't get through the whole thing. They have completely abandoned making fun and catchy songs and instead are making more music to fit into an already oversaturated genre (see garbage like: Cartel, Cute is What We Aim For).

I really hope this band can rebound with another great release in a more mature direction next time around. I am definitely over this band.

If you are 13-16, you may enjoy it.

Motion Sity Soundtrack's third album is their best! I would listen to this album many many times even if it kills me.