Story of the Year
The Black Swan
Track Listing
1. Choose Your Fate 3:33 2. Wake Up 3:31 3. The Antidote 3:59 4. Tell Me (P.A.C.) 3:58 5. Angel in the Swamp 4:28 6. The Black Swan 3:44 7. Message to the World 4:03 8. Apathy Is a Deathwish 3:30 9. We’re Not Gonna Make It 4:03 10. Cannonball 3:49 11. Terrified 4:00 12. Pale Blue Dot (interlude) 1:06 13. Welcome to Our New War 5:11 14. Never Let It Go 3:42Historical Archive
The Black Swan is the third studio album by the American rock band Story of the Year, released on March 22, 2005. The album features a blend of post-hardcore and alternative rock, characterized by powerful guitar riffs, emotional lyrics, and a dynamic vocal delivery. It marks a significant evolution in the band's sound, incorporating more melodic elements while retaining their energetic style. The album's themes revolve around personal struggle, resilience, and the duality of life, reflected in tracks like 'We Don't Care Anymore' and 'Take Me Back'. The Black Swan is often considered a defining work in the early 2000s rock scene and has garnered a loyal fan base over the years.