Youth | ||||
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Studio album by | ||||
Released | June 11, 2013 | |||
Genre | ||||
Length | 30:46 | |||
Label | Run for Cover | |||
Producer | Will Yip | |||
Citizen chronology | ||||
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Aggregate scores | |
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Source | Rating |
Metacritic | 65/100[1] |
Review scores | |
Source | Rating |
AllMusic | [2] |
Dead Press! | [3] |
idobi | 3.5/5[4] |
Ox-Fanzine | [5] |
Punknews.org | [6] |
Rock Sound | 8/10[7] |
XS Noize | 7/10[8] |
Youth is the debut studio album by American rock band Citizen, released June 11, 2013 on Run for Cover Records.[9][10]
Citizen formed in 2009 with members located in Michigan and Ohio.[11] The group released a handful of singles and an EP, Young States (2011).[11] In March 2012, it was announced the band signed to Run for Cover.[12]
Citizen entered Studio 4 with producer Will Yip (Title Fight, Circa Survive, Braid), in February 2013, to record their debut album, Youth.
Youth has been described predominantly as emo[2][4][6][13][14][15] and grunge,[5][6][13][14][15] but has also variably been labeled indie rock,[4][13] punk rock,[4][14] pop punk[15][16] and post-hardcore.[2] It drew comparisons to Brand New, Basement,[3] the Story So Far, Transit,[4] Title Fight and Daylight.[6][5] Lyrically, the release discusses the themes of coming-of-age[4] and adolescent angst.[7] The opening track "Roam the Room" starts with a hard rock guitar part that recalled Brand New;[4] it overall was reminiscent of Jar (2013)-era Daylight.[6] The track saw frontman Mat Kerekes switch from gentle singing to more abrasive vocals,[4] backed by intense guitar work.[3] "Sleep" was called a mix of Seahaven and Manchester Orchestra;[6] it talks about having sleepless nights.[8] "Sleep" and following track "How Does It Feel" were a combination of emo and grunge.[7] "The Night I Drove Alone" begins slowly and eventually builds to a crescendo.[6] "Your Head Got Misplaced" was compared to R.E.M.; "Sick and Impatient" was an alternative rock track in the vein of Placebo that bordered on pop rock.[8]
In March and April 2013, the group supported The Story So Far and Man Overboard on their co-headlining US tour, dubbed The Suppy Nation Tour.[17] On April 22, Youth was announced for release, revealing its artwork.[18] On May 13, "The Summer" was made available for streaming. In addition, the album's track listing was revealed.[19] On May 20, a video of behind-the-scenes footage during recording was posted online.[20] On May 29, "Roam the Room" was released as a free download via Alternative Press.[21] Due to Youth leaking, the group made the album available for download on June 4 for $5.[22] It was formerly released on June 11 through Run for Cover.[18] On the same day, a music video was released for "The Summer".[23]
Youth received a UK release on July 14. Following this, the group embarked on a UK tour with Diamond Youth and Headroom.[24] In October, the group performed at The Fest.[25] In November and December, the band went on tour with Polar Bear Club, Diamond Youth and Sainthood Reps.[26] On December 4, a music video was released for "How Does It Feel", directed by Rob Soucy.[14] In March and April 2014, the group supported The Wonder Years on their North American headlining tour.[27] The following month, the group appeared at Skate and Surf festival.[28] In September and October, the band went on a headlining US tour with support from You Blew It!, Hostage Calm, Praise and True Love.[29] The tour included an appearance at Riot Fest.[30] On October 6, a music video was released for "Figure You Out". Directed by Ryan Mackfall, it was filmed during their UK tour.[31]
No. | Title | Length |
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1. | "Roam the Room" | 2:59 |
2. | "Figure You Out" | 2:34 |
3. | "The Summer" | 3:01 |
4. | "Sleep" | 3:09 |
5. | "How Does It Feel" | 3:53 |
6. | "The Night I Drove Alone" | 2:13 |
7. | "Speaking with a Ghost" | 3:22 |
8. | "Your Head Got Misplaced" | 2:12 |
9. | "Sick and Impatient" | 3:41 |
10. | "Drawn Out" | 3:37 |
11. | "How Does It Feel" (acoustic; bonus track) | 2:41 |
Total length: | 30:46 |