Youth (Citizen album)

Youth is the debut studio album by American rock band Citizen, released June 11, 2013 on Run for Cover Records.[9][10]

Youth
Studio album by
Citizen
ReleasedJune 11, 2013 (2013-06-11)
Genre
Length30:46
LabelRun for Cover
ProducerWill Yip
Citizen chronology
Young States
(2011)		 Youth
(2013)		 Everybody Is Going to Heaven
(2015)
Professional ratings
Aggregate scores
SourceRating
Metacritic65/100[1]
Review scores
SourceRating
AllMusic[2]
Dead Press![3]
idobi3.5/5[4]
Ox-Fanzine[5]
Punknews.org[6]
Rock Sound8/10[7]
XS Noize7/10[8]

Background and production

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.

Composition

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]

Release

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]

Track listing
No.TitleLength
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

References

Citations

  1. "Critic Reviews for Youth". Metacritic. Archived from the original on September 9, 2017. Retrieved May 10, 2020.
  2. Lymangrover, Jason. "Youth - Citizen | Songs, Reviews, Credits". AllMusic. Archived from the original on November 23, 2015. Retrieved November 23, 2015.
  3. Robinson, Calv (July 14, 2014). "ALBUM: Citizen – Youth". Dead Press!. Retrieved May 10, 2020.
  4. Yi, Catherine (July 2, 2013). "Citizen – Youth: Album Review". idobi. Archived from the original on November 23, 2015. Retrieved November 23, 2015.
  5. Schlage, Alex (October–November 2013). "Reviews : Citizen / Youth". Ox-Fanzine (in German). Retrieved May 10, 2020.
  6. RENALDO69 (July 22, 2013). "Citizen - Youth". Punknews.org. Archived from the original on November 23, 2015. Retrieved November 23, 2015.
  7. Sayce, Rob (July 24, 2013). "Citizen - Youth - Reviews". Rock Sound. Archived from the original on November 23, 2015. Retrieved November 23, 2015.
  8. Clarke, Marty (July 8, 2014). "Citizen – Youth". XS Noize. Archived from the original on May 10, 2020. Retrieved May 10, 2020.
  9. "Citizen - Youth". Run for Cover Records. Archived from the original on 9 October 2014. Retrieved 6 October 2014.
  10. "Youth Run for Cover Records". Archived from the original on 9 October 2014. Retrieved 6 October 2014.
  11. Lymangrover, Jason. "Citizen | Biography". AllMusic. Archived from the original on March 2, 2016. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
  12. Tate, Jason (March 13, 2012). "Citizen and Turnover Sign With Run For Cover Records - News Article". AbsolutePunk.net. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
  13. Carter 2014, p. 53
  14. Nassiff, Thomas (December 4, 2013). "Exclusive Premiere: Watch Citizen's Hazy Video for "How Does It Feel?" - Exclusive Premiere - Warped Roadies". Fuse. Archived from the original on February 4, 2016. Retrieved January 29, 2016.
  15. Feibel, Adam (October 2, 2017). "Citizen As You Please". Exclaim!. Ian Danzig. Archived from the original on October 2, 2017. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
  16. Joyce, Colin (June 9, 2015). "Stream Citizen's Arresting 'Everybody Is Going to Heaven' LP". SPIN. Archived from the original on January 3, 2016. Retrieved January 18, 2016.
  17. Whitt, Cassie (December 20, 2012). "UPDATE: The Story So Far and Man Overboard announce the Suppy Nation tour". Alternative Press. Alternative Press Magazine, Inc. Archived from the original on May 7, 2016. Retrieved December 17, 2017.
  18. Bird, Michele (April 22, 2013). "Citizen release 'Youth' album details". Alternative Press. Alternative Press Magazine, Inc. Archived from the original on May 15, 2013. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
  19. Kraus, Brian (May 13, 2013). "Citizen (Run For Cover Records) stream lead single, "The Summer"". Alternative Press. Alternative Press Magazine, Inc. Archived from the original on June 24, 2017. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
  20. Bird, Michele (May 20, 2013). "Citizen release 'Youth' studio footage". Alternative Press. Alternative Press Magazine, Inc. Archived from the original on March 24, 2016. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
  21. Whitt, Cassie (May 29, 2013). "Song Premiere and Free Download: Citizen, "Roam The Room"". Alternative Press. Alternative Press Magazine, Inc. Archived from the original on September 7, 2013. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
  22. Horansky, TJ (June 4, 2013). "Citizen release new album 'Youth' following leak". Alternative Press. Alternative Press Magazine, Inc. Archived from the original on June 24, 2017. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
  23. Campbell, Rachel (June 11, 2013). "Citizen post video for 'The Summer,' announce contest with Hot Topic". Alternative Press. Alternative Press Magazine, Inc. Archived from the original on June 22, 2013. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
  24. Rock Sound (June 18, 2014). "Citizen Confirm UK Release Of 'Youth' + Unleash New Video". Rock Sound. Freeway Press Inc. Archived from the original on June 22, 2014. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
  25. Yancey, Bryne (April 19, 2013). "The Fest 12 extends to six days, announces initial lineup". Punknews.org. Aubin Paul. Archived from the original on April 7, 2017. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
  26. Strummer, Brittany (September 4, 2013). "Polar Bear Club release new song, announce tour". Punknews.org. Aubin Paul. Archived from the original on September 13, 2015. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
  27. Horansky, TJ (December 10, 2013). "The Wonder Years announce North American tour with Defeater, Citizen, Real Friends, Modern Baseball". Alternative Press. Alternative Press Magazine, Inc. Archived from the original on August 14, 2017. Retrieved December 20, 2017.
  28. Crane, Matt (April 22, 2014). "Citizen added to Skate And Surf Festival". Alternative Press. Alternative Press Magazine, Inc. Archived from the original on April 30, 2014. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
  29. Sharp, Tyler (July 29, 2014). "Citizen announce You Blew It!, Hostage Calm, more as support for fall headlining tour". Alternative Press. Alternative Press Magazine, Inc. Archived from the original on December 23, 2017. Retrieved December 23, 2017.
  30. Crane, Matt (May 6, 2014). "Brand New, Taking Back Sunday, Rise Against, City And Colour, more announced for Riot Fest Toronto". Alternative Press. Alternative Press Magazine, Inc. Archived from the original on June 17, 2014. Retrieved November 20, 2017.
  31. Rock Sound (October 6, 2014). "Citizen Came To The UK This Summer and Filmed A Cool-As-Fuck Music Video". Rock Sound. Freeway Press Inc. Archived from the original on December 1, 2017. Retrieved December 23, 2017.

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