My Top 10 Favorite Albums of All Time (Part 3 of 5)

Here's a recap of parts 1 and 2:

#10. ...And Miles to Go Before We Sleep - Vertigo
#9. Nirvana - Nirvana
#8. By the Way - Red Hot Chili Peppers
#7. Seasons - Sevendust
#6. This is the Warning - Dead Letter Circus

#5. Themata - Karnivool
Karnivool is by far one of the best bands to come around in recent years, in my opinion. Again, this is another Aussie progressive metal band that's just now starting to gain a following here in the US due to the release of their newest album, Sound Awake. However, as a whole, I enjoyed Themata a tiny bit more. It's just a bit more varied and addictive. Musically, they're reminiscent of Tool, mostly due to odd rhythms and melodies throughout, but Ian Kenny's vocals allow for a clear distinction to be made between the two bands. Kenny is capable of incredible highs and his vocal phrasings add a beautiful clarity to the chaotic harmony of the rest of their music. They're incredibly interesting to listen to, and are definitely worth checking out if you are just looking for something new. You will find something you like by them.

#4. We Cracked the Sky - Sugar Glyder
The Charlotte-based rockers in Sugar Glyder are easily my favorite live band. Every time they come to town, they actually remember my group of friends and I, and that's just awesome to me. They meet all these different people on the road, and they're always completely chill and eager to talk to the fans that always come out to support them. They're starting to get a pretty huge following, and I can see these guys (and girl) making it really big. They've most certainly got what it takes.