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First album? Gold. CD+DVD? Gold. Since the release of its critically acclaimed self-titled debut in mid-2002, The Used have quickly become a musical powerhouse. Now, withIn Love and Death, the band’s second album, The Used have truly found their voices–it’s honest, uncompromising, loud and strong.“I Caught Fire” is irresistible, because it uses its big-budget filters and six-string layers as an advantage, building tension for the song’s triumphant chorus release. “Take It Away” sees the inherent, timeless power of a solid riff, and actually revitalises the ridiculously played-out singing guy/screaming guy dynamic that so many groups in this scene faithfully rely on. “Cut Up Angels”, too, is a nice departure, offering fans a modified pop gem that lightens the album’s mood considerably.