Talk:Underoath/Archive 2

Intensive Genre Analysis
Underøath, like most other bands in alternative music today, is a mix of many sub-genres.

Firstly, they are Christian. People who debate this fact obviously don't follow Underøath enough to know that almost everything they stand for is religious. What they say at their shows; the messages contained in their lyrics; the use of Jesus imagery in "It's Dangerous Business Walking out Your Front Door"; and the songs "Watch Me Die", "Some Will Seek Forgiveness, Others Escape", and "Sálmarnir" contain blatant religious references.

Secondly, their lyrics are emotional, especially from the pre-Spencer Chamberlain albums Act of Depression, Cries of the Past, and The Changing of Times. As they progressed into They're Only Chasing Safety, they quickly gained a large following partially because they lost a bit of their previous dark emocore edge and were "pop" enough (if you want to call it that) to be accepted by the mainstream. I'm not saying they are pop—that would be an insult to everything Underøath is. What I'm saying is that their music wasn't as esoteric.

Their latest album, Define the Great Line, still contains emocore elements, but they have moved away from emocore's textbook form. Instead, they made the album as an epic tale of a person traveling from life to death to afterlife. This is my interpretation and is debatable, but the lyrics give many clues towards my view, as does the power derived from the flow of music. The fact they the band has matured and moved away from direct death references and expressed the theme by other means is a "post-" movement.

I can't say Underøath is screamo even though they've may be confused as being so. There is a slight difference between screamo and emocore. The difference is that screamo is less sophisticated because it is relies more on softer pop guitar riffs rather than harder, experimental type instrumentals.

The replacement of Dallas Taylor for Spencer Chamberlain in 2003 creates a division between the old Underøath and the new Underøath. With Taylor as vocalist, screams were shorter, more keyboard was used/audible, guitar play was practically metal, and the content focused on love for God (i.e. "The Changing of Times, "Never Meant to Break Your Heart"). With Chamberlain as vocalist, screams were more sustained, instrumentals were unpredictable and experimental, and the content was about life/death under God. These differences further contribute to how Underøath should be classified under different periods of time.

If I was going to be precise about Underøath's genre, I'd say they were Christian screamo-metal (or as I like to simplify, Christ-screametal) during their first three albums, and then melodic Christian post-emocore (or melo-Christcore) after the vocalist change. But that's impractical, so hopefully Wikipedia will agree to classify Underøath as something along those lines or under multiple genres.

––Reviewed by Jasonr lau 09:01, 30 July 2007 (UTC)


 * Here are some of my thoughts. First, in general, I strongly dislike the use of the term screamo, as I think it's a non-specific term used to cover multiple genres -- in most cases, the band is actually post-hardcore, simply emo, or even sometimes metalcore.  In addition, emo is hard to define; I take it to mean the original sense of the word (what others would call emocore), while the new stuff called emo (i.e., newer Jimmy Eat World, Dashboard Confessional, Further Seems Forever), is something altogether different, but without a truly established name -- maybe neo-emo or something.


 * Second, as far as Underoath specifically, I'd describe their older stuff as metalcore; They're Only Chasing Safety as a complete genre change into post-hardcore; and Define The Great Line as a fusion of the two genres. Throw in their unashamed Christianity, as well as their tendency for stretching the boundaries of multiple genres, and I'd personally label them as Christian rock / metalcore / post-hardcore / experimental rock.


 * So far, no real disagreement with you, Jasonr lau. But here's the issue -- we need verifiable sources to support any claims we make; we can't depend on our own analysis, which would be classified as Original Research.  The band infobox template currently in use obscures this fact, I think, with regard to genre, and as a result I'm seeing edit wars for a lot of bands' genres -- for example Emery, Anberlin, and Blindside a little less so. Jpers36 13:11, 30 July 2007 (UTC)

Well i think we should put for Underoath Genre should be Alternative Metal, Expermental Rock , Screamo and Christian Metal. That what ther pretty much are. There not post Hardcore or Emocore. Listen to there music and you tell me.

Genre-Whore!
Underoath's early work,I think you find, if you have an extensive knowledge of metal and 'core, is not even close to you're corporatised "emocore". It is, at tamest, melodic death metal, with grindcore, death metal, Un black metal or metalcore. As for new post-taylor underoath, it is Post-Hardcore, Hardcore or metalcore. you'll find this if you read up on the genre and listen to the genre's. they have the thick guitars, blasting drums and long screamed and growled vocals of the genre. calling them "Screamo" is all wrong, considering they bear no similarities to the genre. just because they mix sing/screams with slightly softer hardcore does not make them screamo. by your crappy logic every band in the metalcore genre would be called screamo, such as killswitch, as i lay dying, i killed the prom queen and parkway drive. funnily enough these are ALL metalcore bands. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 210.49.189.120 (talk) 10:54, 11 September 2007 (UTC)

What Do You Think ?
I think That and as i listen to there song i would say Underoath is more Metalcore/Screamo/Emocore/Christian Metal, and also i would like to add thats what most cites put them as. But i have heard and spoke to many people and they say that Underoath Is Alternative Metal/Screamo. But i would rather go what with i said because thats what most cites put them as. But Some christian cite have taken them off the christian list due to the fcat of Underoath Using words shit,damn,and ass in interview. Which i have seen before any thoughts on what i said.Skateremorocker

Ya i have seen an interview were they said and i qutoe Aaron-" Ya we work our ass's off during this tour". but i dont know if there christian band our not. But i think there screamo is more is more Spazz rock if you heard of it. But besides that i agree with skateremorocker. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 63.215.27.135 (talk • contribs)

Genre
They're not metal. They're more of post-hardcore/screamo. How can they be called Christian Metalcore? —Preceding unsigned comment added by Arranox (talk • contribs)

This article seriously makes me debate the "legitimacy" of wikipedia. Not to mention this quote, "we feel that it's more important to maintain a compromise solution" from Roofi's Publicist. Nothing like the turth getting in the way of opinions. ROFL.


 * Yes, nothing like the "turth" getting in the way of opinions. Roofi&#39;s Publicist 16:17, 22 June 2007 (UTC)

I'm here to tell you that Underoath is a great band and everything they do is for God they give all the credit to God so why wouldn't they be considered a christian band? Thats a better question. So remember that and maybe you should listen to their music some songs do have christian meaning. == Genre pt.2 ==

I wish to ask what exactly makes UnderOATH a "Christian" rock band. They don't have any christian style lyrics. Therefore, I'm wondering what makes them christian rock. Just because they are Christians does not make their band christian rock. Any answers would be appreciated.

—The preceding unsigned comment was added by 86.131.125.244 (talk) 20:32, 17 December 2006 (UTC).

underOath makes a point to say what they do is for God at their shows, the offical website has many many christian related blogs and stuff, according to the TOCS DVD they and others arround them often describe them as christian, they are on Tooth And Nail/Solid State who are a predominently christian label, they appeared on X worship 2006 a christian alt worship CD, and they were very very open about writing about Christ in their early lyrics. now i am a firm beliver that music in and of its self are not christian and that words in and of them selves arnt christian but in the commonly acceptd term under fits the bill of a christian band to the T Z the 27th 04:14, 18 December 2006 (UTC)


 * And on top of the fact that they signed with EMI's Christian Music Group. So, if this isn't a christian rock band then they sure have us fooled.

GoRenGo 06:14, 18 December, 2006

Actually, there lyrics are very very Christian if token from a Christian point of view. Thats one great thing about Underoath there are many different ways you can comprehend there lyrics. But, the actual meaning behind the lyrics are Christian. UO states this on the T&N podcast #2. They say how Define The Great Line is about spencers life journey in finding Christ. download the podcast to see what i mean. Also, I have read in a couple reviews of DTGL in which UO states that "Wake Up" (which u see throughout the cd) is a metaphor or similie or whatever those things are called to "Find Christ". The reason i think people cant except that underoath is a Christian band is that they dont want to admit that they do listern to a Christian Band...


 * From Music Faith interview:


 * [Music Faith] First off, can you tell me a little about Underoath for those who haven't heard much about you?
 * [Grant Brandell] Well, we're a Christian heavy rock band. That’s probably the simplest way to put it.


 * Case closed. &mdash; Phantasy Phanatik | talk | contribs 09:50, 23 December 2006 (UTC)

This artical is also under Christian Metal WikiProject if that tag is there their being a christian band needs to bein it

Z the 27th 21:05, 2 January 2007 (UTC)

Underoath is not screamo!!

please sign your comments with 4 ~ that being said I dont think that should be their catagory either but good luck convining other people

Underoath has emo screaming/singing vocals. I think that would constitute the band as screamo. To me, Underoath is like post-hardcore meets metalcore meets screamo. Thoughts, please?

P.S. I think it it safe to call Underoath a Christian band, as one member described Underoath as a "Christian heavy rock band" in an interview. &mdash; Phantasy Phanatik | talk | contribs 05:56, 17 November 2006 (UTC)


 * They're not Screamo, end of. Did you even read the Screamo page? Obviously not because if you did you'd know that. XdiabolicalX 14:25, 17 November 2006 (UTC)


 * Yes, as a matter of fact, I have. I know that Underoath is not completely screamo. There is a screamo flair, however. You can't deny that. &mdash; Phantasy Phanatik | talk | contribs 06:48, 18 November 2006 (UTC)


 * There is nothing Screamo about them, they don't have the same chaotic aspects or the same instrumentation, and the vocals sound nothing like Screamo either. XdiabolicalX 14:41, 18 November 2006 (UTC)


 * OK, if you say so. But the singing vocals are emo. Perhaps my assumption would be like calling Linkin Park "crunk" because of their hip hop vocals. Should the article mention the emo vocals? &mdash; Phantasy Phanatik | talk | contribs 01:40, 19 November 2006 (UTC)


 * I don't think it's that important and I'm pretty sure the fact they changed their sound is discussed. XdiabolicalX 17:46, 25 November 2006 (UTC)


 * I can see how someone would call them screamo. Like alot of modern metalcore bands they have some melodic emo parts ,which is kinda like the new meaning of screamo, but why are they listed as melodic death metal. Would somebody explains this to me? Burger king 22:11, 29 November 2006 (UTC)


 * Because back in the day (meaning, Act of Depression and Cries of the Past), they were alot in the Melodic Death Metal type, and a tad Grindcore, but not really.


 * Dude, go listen to some real screamo/emo. Bands like Jeromes Dream, After School Knife Fight, Envy, Pageninetynine. Underoath has no "emo" flair. Either learn about the history of music or stop listening to it. GoRenGo 12:23, 16 December, 2006


 * I'm a fan of all those bands. LOL. &mdash; Phantasy Phanatik | talk | contribs 09:47, 23 December 2006 (UTC)


 * Alright first off, just because a band has some emo style lyrics, does NOT make them emo. Underoath is hardcore, period. I worked at an independent cd store for years and in all the locations we had, they were in the hardcore section. bands like From First to Last, Greeley Estates, and The Used are emo. underoath, is not.

Underoath are christian metalcore and post-hardcore. There. Settled. I can't think of a more accurate way to describe their material. I dunno about their old stuff, but their material with Spencer Chamberlain definetely fits that. The post-hardcore is just an obvious genre of them, and the metalcore comes in only at select places, like the opening part of "In Regards to Myself". - Razorhead July 31, 2007

Old Underoath
I've noticed that die-hard fans of the old Underoath (Act of Depression and Cries of the Past days) are quite vehement in their proclamation of the suckiness of current Underoath; and that's fine, that's their opinion. But I'd rather they not spew their current-Underoath bashing on Wikipedia, what with our principles of fairness and objectivity in mind. Also, I waaaaayyy cut down on the Early Years section; I thought it was a little too much for an era when they sold, what, 5,000 copies of their first two albums combined? While in contrast, the sections on their notable history (when they sold hundreds of thousands of albums) were quite stark in contrast. If anyone disagrees with my actions, I am usually able to be won over by good arguments. Roofi&#39;s Publicist 05:17, 27 November 2006 (UTC)
 * Well I think that the early years are the stuff most people like to read about but I'm not too bothered. However I think it's people who have just heard the new stuff (i.e. "OMG EMOS!" etc) and don't like it who are doing the vandalism, or most of it. XdiabolicalX 12:56, 27 November 2006 (UTC)


 * Coming from one who likes both underoaths, it all depends on your taste of music. The earlier albums (AOD and COTP) were more hardcore, extreme, and raw.  It is a different sound from the current Underoath.  Fans of the Old UO may be negatively attacking the New UO due to their upset that a new screamo-er (correct me if this is not the new uo) band takes the name of the the once metal core-death metal Underoath.  The Old underoath may have sold less albums due to their genre.  Not many people may find the harder sound of Old underoath pleasing (altough i think its extraordinary). My opinion is that the Old is better than the new.  They had more complicated drum rythems (with DOUBLE BASS),beautifully written lyrics, stronger screams, DEATH GROWLS, WAY heavier guitars and wondreful riffs, and they were younger than the current UO.  But this is only my opinion.  I enjoy more metal, so it wouldnt make sense to critisize on a different genre that im not as interested in.  j_manz92 04:26, 18 December 2006 (UTC)


 * Yeah, there is entirely too much of a silly, nostalia-driven opinion spewing onto the newer underoath sections, about them "selling out", among other things. I have listened to Underoath since Cries of the Path, and I thank the lord that they finally changed, because they were among the cheesiest bands of the post hardcore/metal/anything with screaming genre.71.8.41.143 21:27, 22 December 2006 (UTC)Thayer

this page is biased.


 * Please explain why, and sign your comments. XdiabolicalX 01:57, 27 December 2006 (UTC)

POV
The second paragraph of the Early Years section is reading very POV to me, re: 'Rave reviews' etc. I really can't be bothered to read it as it's not much of an interest especially how much this gets vandalised but does anyone else agree? Diabolical 01:45, 6 January 2007 (UTC)
 * I agree wholeheartedly, and frankly, I find a lot of the info from that section to be mildly interesting but unnecessary; I feel the article would flow better if we edited some of it (i.e. the numerous member changes, the "rave reviews", etc.). Anyone disagree? Roofi&#39;s Publicist 22:05, 9 January 2007 (UTC)
 * I've cleaned it up quite a bit, the opening was a mess & I deleted a lot out of the Early Years section & changed it to read easier although it would probably be better with a re-write, but it still looks like a school essay with lot's of unimportant explaining. Cleaned up the parts after that too although they weren't too bad. Diabolical 18:15, 10 January 2007 (UTC)
 * Ok, I pretty much completely re-wrote the whole gosh-darned thing. I cut out a lot of stuff, but I feel that the article is in considerably better shape than previous versions. Feedback would be welcomed. Roofi&#39;s Publicist 20:23, 10 January 2007 (UTC)

Underoath/UNderøath
Which? Violask81976 15:55, 21 January 2007 (UTC)

ihs offically Underoath the skandinavian o is for looksZ the 27th 03:41, 22 January 2007 (UTC)

Genre, part two
To those who add the Christian tag to the opening sentence of the article, your contributions are welcome, but the reason we have described Underoath solely as "American Rock" in that first sentence is to avoid arguments and make the article something everyone can agree on. This has also been done with similar "Christian by faith, not genre" bands such as Switchfoot, Anberlin, and P.O.D.. Yes, I realize that Grant Brandell (Underoath bassist) described them as a "Christian heavy rock" band. However, we feel that it's more important to maintain a compromise solution (going into more detail about their genre and faith later in that opening paragraph) than continually dealing with revert wars. Thanks. Roofi&#39;s Publicist 19:12, 22 January 2007 (UTC)


 * Spencer describes Underoath as a Christian band as well. The song "Writing on the Walls" is featured on the compilation X 2007: Christian Rock Hits. That's just scraping the surface. Underoath is definitely a Christian band by faith and genre. Besides, they're too cool for the "Christians in a secular band" junk, aren't they? ;) &mdash; Phantasy Phanatik | talk | contribs 09:39, 23 January 2007 (UTC)


 * All excellent points; you're right on the money with all of them. My point is, this has been a divisive issue for months and months and months and I really just want it to go away. I mean, should the opening paragraph of an article with this importance be changing several times a day? I was just trying to find some middle ground that we could all agree on and stop the stupid revert wars. If you want, you could write a little sidebar or something like that at the end of the article (maybe after the Warped Tour controversy thing) describing the role that their faith plays in their music and the extent to which they are promoted in Christian media. That may clear up a lot of the controversy. Thanks. Roofi&#39;s Publicist 20:56, 23 January 2007 (UTC)


 * Sounds like a good idea to me. Thanks. &mdash; Phantasy Phanatik | talk | contribs 22:19, 23 January 2007 (UTC)

your right i am tired of this. just because non christians listen to underoath doesnt mean underoath is not a christian band. that is what it seems like. non christians dont want there faviorite band to be christian. underoath is in deed a christian band, wheather you want them to be or not. underoath expresses more faith then alot of christian bands, that are considered christian bands (ex. family force 5). To a non christian underoaths lyrics will sound christian. you have to take there lyrics from a christian point of view. underoath states that they do this because it helps draw in nonchristians and helps them find Christ. Underoath uses metaphors, similes and allegories to do so, such as "Wake Up:, which is said throughout DTGL. UO CLEARLY STATES IN THE TOOTH & PODCAST 2: UNDEROATH INTERVIEW, THAT THEY ARE A CHRISTIAN BAND HAVE CHRISTIAN LYRICS AND TRY TO DRAW IN NONCHRISTIANS. THEY BETTER SUM THINGS UP!
 * Dude, you don't need to write it twice. Diabolical 00:55, 26 January 2007 (UTC)

now i dont think christianity is a genre its a religion that being said "christan music" as it is populary described is a movement that the band is a self proclaimed part of. now if a baand that is debated to be a christian band says they are or arnt (see creed) that i think that is how they should be described. Z the 27th 03:09, 26 January 2007 (UTC)

I am very happy on how the article is written currently.

Since there have been quite a few people who have wanted to put screamo in as one of the band's genres, I thought I might give some of those guys a chance to explain their reasoning. I'd weigh in, but I'm not a big enough historian of screamo to have a valued opinion on the subject. I know screamo's been traditionally frowned upon as a genre for Underoath, but maybe thinking has changed. Weigh in below. Thanks. Roofi&#39;s Publicist 01:20, 28 February 2007 (UTC)
 * I would invite those who oppose adding screamo to listen to some of UnderØath's latest music. Correct me if I'm wrong, but the genre portion of the infobox should probably present all of the genres that the band has used. If somebody can listen to "Writing on the Walls" and tell me with a straight face that it is not screamo, then they could have a great career as a spy... or something similar. --Hojimachongtalk  01:49, 28 February 2007 (UTC)
 * Please make yourself familiar with Screamo before claiming that a song is Screamo. Please listen to the tracks on these pages then justify Underoath as Screamo: http://www.myspace.com/chaosisorchid, http://www.myspace.com/saetia, http://www.myspace.com/jeromesdream & http://www.myspace.com/envycore. Also please make sure you have a definite idea of what you're talking about before making silly statements about Spies and such. Screamo is not simply MTVmo based music with a guy screaming at some points. Diabolical 15:18, 1 March 2007 (UTC)


 * According to the definition of Screamo that Wikipedia provides;
 * Screamo is a musical genre which evolved from emo, post-hardcore, more specifically hardcore emo in the early 1990s. Characteristic of the genre are screaming vocals, harmonized guitars, and fast-paced riffs. Breakdowns in screamo songs are often slower and more melodic than in other genres, less of a "beatdown" and more of an opportunity for introspection (and rest for the musicians).
 * Let's list the songs from DtgL which contain a good amount of screaming:
 * Track 1
 * Track 2
 * Track 3
 * Track 4
 * Track 6
 * Track 8
 * Track 9
 * Track 10
 * I am not the most well-versed in musical genres, but in lieu of a genre called "Throaty Guttural Yelling", I'd say the closest definition to what those songs contain is Screamo. It would be great if someone could provide an alternative genre to Screamo which closer resembles UnderØath's music. --Hojimachongtalk  18:03, 1 March 2007 (UTC)
 * The ones listed on the page, just because it says it's a common feature doesn't mean that everything that features these elements are Screamo. Please listen to those songs. Surely if someone is calling a spade a spade and referencing a well known, agreed upon sample of a spade, you can't then go ahead and call a tractor a spade. Diabolical 02:17, 2 March 2007 (UTC)
 * I'd also like to add that Black Metal features all the same characteristics, right down to the screaming, and even the breakdowns in BM are similar more to Screamo than Underoath are, however this doesn't make a Black Metal band, Screamo. Diabolical 02:19, 2 March 2007 (UTC)
 * I am not the most well-versed in musical genres, but in lieu of a genre called "Throaty Guttural Yelling", I'd say the closest definition to what those songs contain is Screamo. It would be great if someone could provide an alternative genre to Screamo which closer resembles UnderØath's music. --Hojimachongtalk  18:03, 1 March 2007 (UTC)
 * The ones listed on the page, just because it says it's a common feature doesn't mean that everything that features these elements are Screamo. Please listen to those songs. Surely if someone is calling a spade a spade and referencing a well known, agreed upon sample of a spade, you can't then go ahead and call a tractor a spade. Diabolical 02:17, 2 March 2007 (UTC)
 * I'd also like to add that Black Metal features all the same characteristics, right down to the screaming, and even the breakdowns in BM are similar more to Screamo than Underoath are, however this doesn't make a Black Metal band, Screamo. Diabolical 02:19, 2 March 2007 (UTC)


 * In a vague sense of the term (ridiculously heavy music with no blues, frozen-computer drumming or demonic warthogs), Underoath is certainly screamo. In terms of the specific genre, however, they're anything but. Screamo is just a term thrown around to the point of losing its initial meaning, while its actual base thrives in the underground (much like punk rock). Whether they're screamo is no longer relevant to Wikipedia, however, as I noted with sources that Underoath is oft-considered screamo, while leaving whether they actually are up to the reader. NPOV rocks.  xcryoftheafflictedx  03:37, 9 March 2007 (UTC)

NOFX Controversy
um, all the shit that I have read about what Fat mike said being a rumor are bullshit. At St. Louis, he asked the crowd if they all saw Underoath, and after everyone cheered, he then said "Fuck them, they don't believe in dinosaurs!"


 * Ugh, that still pisses me off. I mean, even Christians believe in dinosaurs.  I'm a Fundamentalist Born-again Christian, and I believe in them.  They're described in the book of Job.--HappyBoy 06:24, 7 March 2007 (UTC)

what makes me mad is both of you guys and your cussing. please keep these pages clean!! and Happy Boy? you sure haven't been talking or acting like a christain here. if you want to discuss this please come to my user talk page. Let's be civil! **COCOBLUE** Christianity isn&#39;t a religion- it&#39;s a relationship. ***** I would rather have blind faith than have no faith at all ***** You laugh because I&#39;m different-I laugh because you&#39;re all the same ***** 16:04, 9 March 2007 (UTC)

Post-hardcore/metalcore or metalcore/post-hardcore?
I'm thinking of changing the article to mention metalcore first, as their latest album sounds more like metalcore than post-hardcore (compare it to Killswitch Engage; the resemblance is almost uncanny!).  xcryoftheafflictedx  20:50, 8 March 2007 (UTC)
 * I don't really care which one gets mentioned first because they don't really fit into one genre. I think the way it's written now is fine because you'd have to consider Chasing Safety to be some of their latest work, too, and there is not a trace of metalcore on that record. Good job on the intro, though. Roofi&#39;s Publicist 15:48, 9 March 2007 (UTC)
 * The reason that the resemblance in the new cd is "almost uncanny" to that of killswitch, is because Adam D. the guitarist of killswitch was the producer on the new album. if you buy the deluxe version you get a making of dvd. in which Adam D. nearly Craps his pants.

Deathcore
Really sorry to bring up the whole genre thing again. but i added Deathcore as a genre since Act Of Depression is labelled on wikipedia as Deathcore and they did used to be a deathcore band. so it only makes sense right? thanks for reading 172.214.9.213 02:07, 19 March 2007 (UTC)


 * I'll keep it like that right now. Let's see what the rest of the community thinks. Underoath was definitely deathcore back in the day, but after their first two records completely changed. But I'm fine with it either way.  xcryoftheafflictedx  16:53, 19 March 2007 (UTC)

Underoath is definitely not a deathcore band, in anyway. They also aren't a hardcore punk band. Docbp87 22:18, 23 March 2007 (UTC)

METAL?
These great peopl are christian metal. They're any kind of metal. Doppelganger 20:14, 3 April 2007 (UTC)

The older underoath albums (Act of Depression, Cries of the Past, even The Changing of Times) were all DEFINETLY metal albums, even though TCOT swayed more twoards the post-hardcore/hardcore genre. Underoath now is more of a post-hardcore band with metal influences.

And im dead serious, people putting their names down and saying they are former UO members is really me off. It needs to stop.


 * That's your opinion. Wikipedia articles are written from a neutral point of view, and we don't change things just because some joe-schmo says so. Underoath is a metalcore band that has went through an entire change in band lineup, and yes, they are Christian metal. Just because you think any band that doesn't sound exactly like Judas Priest is comprised of "motherfuckers" and not metal, we're not going to change anything because of your opinion. Xcryoftheafflictedx 23:01, 6 April 2007 (UTC)


 * I agree 100%. I think they should stay in the Christian metal genre, at least in this article. Saying they aren't metal is like saying 50 Cent isn't rap. Just doesnt make sense. They have hardcore influences, sure, but their primary genre or style or whatever you want to call it is Christian metal. IronCrow 19:18, 21 June 2007 (UTC)

Christian hardcore
What about christian hardcore? underoath are actually mentioned in the christian hardcore page. —The preceding unsigned comment was added by 82.47.169.201 (talk) 15:33, 3 May 2007 (UTC).
 * I never really though of Underoath as a christian hardcore band. It makes sense though. Christian hardcore sounds alright with me. Razorblade666 21:12, 19 September 2007 (UTC)

What is this?
"*The lyrics to a multitude of the bands earlier recordings make reference to Dallas' wife dying in a car crash. It is thought that in "It's Dangerous Business Walking Out Your Front Door," However, "It's Dangerous Business Walking Out Your Front Door," was written by current frontman Spencer Chamberlain, while the older lyrics were written by Dallas Taylor. The story is concluded and it is made known that the man in the story purposely got into a car accident to kill his wife so that she could be with God. [citation needed]"

That section above was added into the article. I've removed it because there's no citation at all, and I can't find one to add. Until there's a reliable source identified for this paragrah or for any of the information within, it should be removed, I believe. IronCrow 19:13, 21 June 2007 (UTC)

Wait... What?
Who added this?

''However the band, during one of their most successful years, had multiple internal arguments including: what the record should be named, how many tour dates were to be aranged, and while one member struggled to find his sexuality. After the unpresidented success of their new albumn underoat decided to turn toward a more main stream sound. Also Aron Gillespie and Spencer Chamberlain decided to make public their underground affair.'' -- —Preceding unsigned comment added by Benjamin328 (talk • contribs)


 * It came from an anon IP that also put false information to the article on Korn. I don't know jack about Underoath, but based on the anon IP's edit history, I went ahead and reverted the article.  --Jaysweet 22:08, 25 June 2007 (UTC)


 * It's just some disgruntled modern music fan, I'm guessing. IronCrow 17:11, 12 November 2007 (UTC)

musical poop and cornbread
"Though their musical poop and cornbread style..." ? I'm not sure what that is supposed to mean. Even as vandalism, I'm not sure what it's supposed to mean. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 72.235.147.240 (talk • contribs)

NOFX Controversy
Shouldn't the "NOFX controversy" section under background be placed before the "777" section since chronologicaly the NOFX thing happened before the "777" release? Razorblade666 00:20, 8 September 2007 (UTC)

Not Screamo
UnderOATH doesn't play screamo. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 82.214.3.216 (talk) 17:03, 8 October 2007 (UTC)

I agree, Underoath is NOT SCREAMO. People label anything screamo if it's not extremely heavy metal. Usually what people are confusing it with is Hardcore of Post-Hardcore though any rock genre can have screaming in it.

Badmouthing and false facts
I am sick of the genre debate, but this has to be done. It seems that a lot of people in these discussions have a poor understanding of this band, purely because of their lack of informative media. I am 15, am a great fan of the band, and have been for a very long time, so let me explain...

They ARE christian
Underoath is a christian band, all the members are christian, and they pray before every show. Their lyrics also have a distinctly christian flair, although that has been toned down to analogies most of the time due to their wanting to reach the mainsteam audiences.
 * Uhh, OK? ~ Ambrosia-  talk 07:04, 23 December 2007 (UTC)