Thursday is one of the few bands that actually stay with their original sound. As far back as I can remember their 1998 release "Waiting" has pretty much the same sound you would hear on later albums only difference is, that same sound has improved with every album. The energy of "War All the Time" has toned down a bit from "Full Collapse" (which had a good amount screaming in every track) they are just controlling it a bit more now. I feel their lyrics improve and gain more depth with every album. Bottom line: Good Vocals (main and backup), Sweet Guitar, and exceptional lyrics. (if you're a fan of simple music like simple plan, thus the name, stay away from Thursday)