In Search of Solid Ground

In Search of Solid Ground is the second full-length studio album from Saosin, marking a pivotal moment in their discography as the final record to feature vocalist Cove Reber before his departure. Released in 2009 on Virgin Records, the album represents a shift toward a more polished, alternative rock sound while maintaining the technical guitar work - specifically the use of natural harmonics and delay - that defined their self-titled debut. The recording process was famously protracted, involving multiple producers including Butch Walker and John Feldman, which resulted in a highly layered and meticulously edited sonic profile. Critics often noted the album's move away from the 'screamo' elements of their earlier EPs toward a more melodic, radio-ready approach. Despite the cleaner production, tracks like 'The Alarming Sound of a Still Small Voice' showcase the band's ability to weave complex, progressive structures into four-minute rock songs. It stands as a document of the band's transition from MySpace-era icons to a more mature, experimental rock unit.