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History For Sale (Brando Records) is the crown jewel for one of the most passionate and hardest working bands in the World today. Blue October have spent the past 2 years writing, rehearsing, touring, recording and painting the beautiful portrait that has become the 12 collective songs of their new CD, History For Sale. Beginning with the self-deprecating opener "Ugly Side," this album surgically dissects the mind and memories of songwriter/vocalist Justin Furstenfeld. From the snarling guitar riffs of "Razorblade," through the beautiful and soul touching moments of "Calling You," "Chameleon Boy," and "Amazing," this is an album drenched in honest emotion.

The way Justin just puts it all out there; puts his most personal thoughts and feelings out for anyone to hear is both courageous and heart wrenching. From the melancholy requests in "Ugly Side" ("I only want you to see…my favorite part of me…and not my ugly side") and "Amazing" ("Can you pretend I'm amazing?…I can pretend I'm amazing…Instead of what we both know.") to the loving question in "Calling You" ("I will keep calling you to see…If you're sleeping, are you dreaming?…If you're dreaming, are you dreaming of me?") and through the biting testimony of "Razorblade" ("In a way, I failed religion…I spit the wine from mouth to cup… And I reached for something more than just a God") you will begin to understand the emotional attachment the droves of fans who flock to Blue October shows have with this man; this band.

The making of History For Sale was a bittersweet project for Blue October. This is not a band looking for overnight success; looking for the huge major label deal; or looking for "industry" approval. They've been there; done that; and learned from every success and mistake. In 2000, the band released their major label debut Consent To Treatment on Universal Records. In 2001, they were released from that institution. "The new album is almost like a form of vengeance to our old label," says Justin. "We want to show them that we were never into making music to make radio hits, but rather to reach out to our listeners. Our fans are a huge reason why we are still going strong today, and we thank God everyday for having them."

And then there are the listeners. The fans. The devoted. The people who feel what Blue October feel…the people who feel what you feel. Lost. Depressed. Happy. Confused. The people who one moment are euphoric and the next are feeling completely devastated inside but are through with hiding it. Blue October fans are loyal participants in ongoing group therapy. Every album, every show for them is a consent to treatment. They own all the records. They know and sing every word of every song at the shows. They drive hundreds of miles to see them perform. They don't just love this band; they live and breathe this band. Justin and the boys hand out little doses of treatment with every song. There's nothing quite like realizing you are not alone, to make you feel just a little better about yourself and about life. This band and their fans have a connection.

This is not just a band and not just an album. Blue October is a lifestyle and History For Sale is a prescription to feel. There is no telling exactly how you will react, but one thing is for sure, Blue October and History For Sale will affect you today, and possibly for the rest of your life.

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Wow.. I love them. | Reviewer: Ash | 6/2/09

They are my musical savior, my atmosphere and my love. Our dog's name is Justin, lol. But I just think that they help one of my family members out a lot. I think she feels like she can relate. They're amazing, and I'm so in love with the music, the lyrics, the sound. It's so peaceful. We own all of the albums, lol. ^.^

Everything else stops | Reviewer: Maggie | 4/30/09

Being the mom of a 14 year old, I hear alot of what he listens to so I got to hear Blue October. When a song is playing, all else stops. The emotion, the sound,the words are all so demanding and immediate - they pull you in and you somehow identify with them, even if you are 53.I feel like I am "in" the song and have to feel it, live it. I do not suggest driving while listening to Blue October, the current world goes away and you are in the "other" reality of the raw emotion that we all have deep within our souls and lives.

Blue October is AWSOME!!!!!!!!!! | Reviewer: Lisa Lou | 1/10/09

I'm a person who deals with depression. I have taken medications and they seem not to help. I love music. I liked Blue October, but now after reading up on the band I know what they sing about now. I think music is the best therapy for anyone who really appreciate and understand music

wow | Reviewer: Anonymous | 4/4/08

every song of theirs give me feelings of happiness and sadness at the same time. ive gone through many many things in 15 years and they have given me the strength to go on...blue october forever and ever and ever!!!

Love theses guys | Reviewer: Kelli jo | 1/25/08

Blue October has changed my way of thinking forever.I now know that there are other people who feel the same way i do and so many of their songs feel like they were singing about my life.In fact 18th Floor balcony is mine and my husbands song we danced to at our wedding.

Justin Furstenfeld | Reviewer: Brett | 11/22/07

Everyone has probs I think some more than others and diff situations...anyway no matter what level Blue Oct will help you because it feels as though he is singin to you..BLUE OCTOBER is the best band ever..

A band with sheer emotional electricity! | Reviewer: Roman Del Bosque | 10/20/07

I'm 43 and a very proud man by nature. I'm a man who reveals little or no emotion to others at all. To the world I'm solid as a rock, unshakeable...but today when I heard hate me by Blue October for the first time, something strange happened in me. I came home and couldn't get the song, the lyrics and the haunting voice of the singer out of my head. Eventually, in the evening I found myself downloading the song and reading up on Blue October. I also ended up listening to the song many more times. Before long I was crying, sobbing like a little kid...as pent up emotions oozed from my being...the result of listening to this song. All of my life I have shown those around me how strong of a man I am emotionally. But from this night on, I will not be afraid how vulnerable I actually really feel much of the time. Justin, the lead singer, I think has given me the courage with this song to show those around me my true, vulnerable and often unsure and scared side. Kudos to this band for making an impact on my life as nothing else ever has.

I LOVE BLUE OCTOBER!!! | Reviewer: Marci Secret | 9/10/07

Blue October is the best band out there right now. And I think this is just the beginning of there huge success. Justin is a lyrical gienius! I've seen two of there concerts this year, and I'll tell you they were the best concerts I've ever seen in my life!!! You have to see them live!!!Justin's voice is so powerful, hypmotizing and comforting!

Oh my goodness...... | Reviewer: Toree | 8/18/07

What is there to say, but that they reached inside and took out all the hurt. Lead singer, Justin, is not shay about telling his soul's torture...we all have them, just to different degrees. I love "Hate Me", about him losing his mom, and it was easier if she hated him, then she wouldn't have gotten killed. He has purged my demons out, thank you Blue October.

Light at the end of the tunnel | Reviewer: Julia | 7/20/07

For the 1st time in my life I can truely say that 1 song has helped me more then 4 years of abuse therapy. And again for the 1st time in my life I'm not afraid to share it with people. from the time i was 9 until i was 12 i was physically, emotionally, and sexually abused by my stepfather. After his death i began self mutilation...id punish myself for allowing it to happen....i was committed to a hospital and began therapy...but it wasnt until i heard the song razorblade did i feel like someone in the world understood. so much of that song runs deep to my heart. (in a way i failed religion i spit the wine from mouth to cup and i reached for something more then just your God) not only had i lost my childhood but i lost my belief in God. (i freaked out thinking people didnt love me...in letting go i am so proud of what i've done) and thats what i did i let go ....after 5 years of dealing with it ....i listened to one song and i let it all go...for my 17th birthday i went to St.Louis to the POPS night club to see them play. I stood front row and listened to everyword that came out of justins mouth. and i thanked God for putting people on this earth that truely give a damn about this world and the people in it, who's words mend wounds that have been open so long they become infected(with anger and hate). Though unintentional you guys have effected so many peoples lives...and i want to thank you for your courage to share them with others

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