''The Narrow Scope of Things'' is the second album by the

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band

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. It is the first album not to feature original vocalist Kris McCaddon or rhythm guitarist James Lanigan. It is also the first to completely abandon the band's previous death metal influences, pursuing a more alternative rock style.

Critical reception

Jason D. Taylor reports "Overall, ''The Narrow Scope of Things'' was the turning point for Embodyment, and as it stands is their best record as well." Michial Farmer of

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wrote: "Other songs, such as ''Pendulum'' attempt (rather unsuccessfully, in my opinion) to combine the band's new softer edge with

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. In the end, though, if ''The Narrow Scope of Things'' is remembered for anything, it will be for the remarkable pop sensibilities and melodies crafted within." Alex Figgis of

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writes "If you are looking for some intelligently written and deftly executed art, then look no further than ''The Narrow Scope Of Things''."

Track listing

Personnel

;Embodyment * Sean Corbrary - Vocals * Andrew Godwin - Lead Guitar * Jason Lindquist - Rhythm Guitar * Derrick Wadsworth - Bass * Mark Garza - Drums ;Production *

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- Engineer, Producer, Keyboards * Jason Magnusson - Assistant Engineer, Additional Percussion, Backing Vocals, Producer * David Johnson - Photography * Don Clark - Art Direction, Layout Design *

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- Executive Producer

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Narrow Scope of Things Solid State Records albums 2000 albums Embodyment albums