What a release it is. It is a shame that it is just an EP, not a full-length album. This EP contains all the features that death metal maniacs have been looking for. Coarse and searing vocals, hammer-pummelling drums, cacophonous variations and addictive but evil-inspired hooks are all apparent in this release, which makes me have tremendous expectations for Goetia's full-length debut album in the future.   Jan 25, 2024

Modern avant-garde progressive metal demands a lot in terms of skills. That is why it is hard to find bands who successfully blend their proggy technics in the realm of avant-garde awesomeness. This album is the paragon of the unsuccessful formula of mingling prog-metal with avant-garde metal. The poorly produced instrumental circus in this album gives the indirect listening experience that you would have if you were in hell.   Jan 25, 2024

The most obtrusive peculiarity of this album is the vocals with a nasally lower register, reverberating snarls and occasional falsetto. The outrageous and un-charming vocal control makes this album sound ludicrous. The concept of this album is also preposterous. The goofy lyrics hinder listeners from intertwining with the alien theme. I know that we have 11 months to go for 2025. But, I am sure that this release is the biggest shamble of this year.   Jan 24, 2024

The band has done a good job of blending different musical elements in a classy way. Each track has heavier and lighter sections modulated by the dynamics of vocals and the sophisticated use of instruments. Structure-wise, it sounds a bit formulaic due to the too many middle sections led by the piano or synth, which seems to be aimed by the band to make a musical contrast in sound. In short, this album sounds like well-polished pop music that wears a metal outfit.   Jan 24, 2024

This album boasts the unorthodox balance of musical concoction between proggy death metal and thrash metal. There are no generic or overly intricate riff structures. This album is the epitome of the instrumental masterclass, considering its well-balanced technicality. Nevertheless, all the tracks are a bit short to my taste. The advancement in structure is required to release a masterpiece next time because of the lack of variability in tempo and rhythm.   Jan 23, 2024

This album is the triumph of production which makes the band look like a successful revivalist of Nu Metal. Structure-wise, this album sounds akin to KoRn and Slipknot. A bit of Limp Bizkit influences come to mind in some tracks. Without considering the quality of production, It's not an impressive work, probably below-average quality, from the perspective of musicality due to the lack of originality. But the fans of Nu Metal would appreciate this album due to their nostalgia   Jan 23, 2024

It is a good crime-inspired black metal album with a soft production. Some tracks offer lyrical and campy musical experiences through the adoption of synths. The slick approach to combining death metal with post-punk and groove metal elements deserves to be praised by some listeners. The title track, 殺人室 (The Killing Room), provides the most thrilling moments in this album. Overall, this album has shown their potential to get better in their next one.   Jan 23, 2024

At the Plates, the US death metal trio, described their music as 'Culinary death metal for the hungry metalhead.' I think it is a bodacious gimmick to have the attention of the metalheads. In a nutshell, the concept of the album is more interesting than the music itself.   Jan 21, 2024

Narzissus is one of the metal projects that Erech Leleth is leading. This full-length debut has some 'tonally ambitious' moments in track 3 and 5 by adopting the musical influences outside metal. It is glad to see his fatigueless passion to yield his works on a consistent basis. But none of his works has reached the level of satisfaction. I think it would be much better for him to put all his energy into a single project rather than scatter it into numerous projects.   Jan 21, 2024

It is a typical extreme power metal album striving to show the oriental way of unleashing the power of the dragon. This album sounds like a remake version of Japanese anime theme songs in an extreme way. The band displayed oriental melodies in some tracks, but their effort was not impressive.   Jan 20, 2024

It is the evolved version of the band's debut release, showing a fantastic instrumentation level. The fans of The Faceless and Archspire would appreciate this effort. The Fallujah-esque soundscape prevails at the album's beginning but fails to drive that positive atmosphere until the end. There are several bombastic moments offered by the extravagant instrumental technicality, but this album sounds like ear candies with a shallow musical depth in general.   Jan 17, 2024

I saw the review on this album, calling it 'Aliencore' due to the musical atmosphere of this release. I think Aliencore is a 'fancy' name for it. I cannot have any extraterrestrial ambience even though I am fully aware of what the guy in the vocal duty is screaming for. I think it is a debut release of an average quality. Probably it will be somewhat enjoyable for fans of metalcore.   Jan 9, 2024

I cannot deny that this album is an agonisingly beautiful prog release. The salient feature of this album is its easy-to-grasp musical style crafted by the marvellous technicality in instrumental performance with a sombre melody-making capability. Especially track 6 is a proggy beauty. The main downside I found is that there are too many long interludes between some good-sounding tracks. But it will be nitpicking if I deduct my score on this album due to this reason.   Jan 8, 2024

Rapture was a pleasant surprise when I first discovered this emotive hidden gem. This one is special to me because it is one of the most influential doom-metal albums in my life. I have always been swayed by this album's atmosphere. All the songs are fully packed with remorse, despair, and sorrow for suicidal tendencies. Highly recommended for those who have a bittersweet musical taste with the mixture of lethal doses of sombre melody and the extreme features of death metal.   Jan 8, 2024

The previous album, La Proiezione del Fuoco, was a stellar piece of musical integration in Anamnesi's career. Caurus has succeeded to its predecessor's musical formula. Progressive, death, black and symphonic elements are interwoven into the sound of this release nicely. But the overall quality of this album seems to be a bit downgraded when compared to its predecessor. The unpredictability in structure is still present, but the lack of memorability makes me feel that way.   Jan 7, 2024

It is a unique stoner metal album with thunderous and somewhat plodding but powerful punchy moments of embracing meditative spirituality. This album has some mind-blowingly amazing moments that deserve to have your attention. This album is the release that made me fall in love with stoner metal. So, I have a special feeling towards this opus and I do think that this album is the epitome of all the music tagged in stoner metal should sound like.   Jan 7, 2024

This album is my the most favourite album in the Bolt Thrower's career. Some may say that this album sounds somewhat formulaic. But, the immersive slow pace and repetitive guitar works are evocative of doom and stoner metal influences, giving you the delusional hallucination that you are the warrior in the IVth Crusade.   Jan 7, 2024

It is definitely a frustrating release compared to the band's previous works. I think Inculter have failed to capitalise on the potential shown in their debut album. Norway is often regarded as a top supplier of notorious blackened metallers. This album does not live up to that glorious reputation. In my opinion, It is an above-average release that conforms to the conventions of old thrash metal.   Jan 7, 2024

It is a sophomore effort from the Finnish quintet. No dramatic musical evolvement from their debut has been found. Fortunately, there is no plethora of convoluted musicianship like crazy double bass drumming or intricate guitar riffs. Even though this album is labelled as 'melodic' death metal with a metalcore approach, the melody-making capability shown in this release is relatively poor to other bands in the same genre. Overall, It is just a normal release.   Jan 7, 2024

Have you ever listened to Viking rap metal? Please try this album when you feel depressed. Each track helps make you feel invigorated.   Jan 3, 2024

Watching the downward spiral of Annihilator's career is quite interesting. They have never lived up to the fans' expectations since they released their first two albums. This album is another flat-tasted thrash metal release that Annihilator have always released. I cannot find any good musical moments in all tracks.   Jan 3, 2024

A fun fact is that I still listen to this album occasionally because I still can't believe that 'the great' In Flames released this album. I think In Flames wanted to broaden their fan base by changing their musicality through the embrace of the latest metal trend back then. Unfortunately, their approach did not appeal.   Jan 3, 2024

I still remember the first time I listened to this album.... I was baffled by each track and ended up being speechless even though I was a teenager who started exploring the metal world less than 3 years....   Jan 3, 2024

Do you like the 80's power metal? If you do, this album is for you. The fans of Sacred Outcry, Atlantean Kodex, or Iced Earth would love this album. Especially the vocal works on this album are amazing. The progressive variations embedded in some tracks are also remarkable, making smooth musical transitions between savagery and melancholy.   Jan 1, 2024

This album sounds like an authentically black-flavoured release trying to conjure bitter-tasted metal out of the band's musical magic spell. The cold and ritualistic atmosphere is my favourite part of this album. But, I do not think that this album has successfully fused industrial rock in the form of black metal. Therefore, musically deficient elements in structure are somewhat easy to find.   Dec 28, 2023

Recently finished listening to the band's latest release, Morbid Origin, which made me come back to this album again. It's the Norwegian quartet's best effort so far. Structure-wise, it's simple and straightforward but demonstrates the display of galloping speed metal in an exhilarating way. The band didn't do anything revolutionary in this album, but the legacy of the old thrashers like Sodom, Kreator and Venom was well restored with the fast-paced instrumental performance.   Dec 28, 2023

It is a promising debut release with Coroner-esque technicality. This album is evocative of good old thrash metallers in the 80's like Testament, Coroner and the early days of Megadeth. Especially the guitar works are fantastic, showing jazzy, proggy and speedy feelings brilliantly fused in this album. But it is a bit of a bummer in mixing and mastering qualities. Drum works also need to be improved for the next release.   Dec 28, 2023

It is a beautiful release with exquisite craftsmanship erupting the hallucination of progness. This album literally shows the definition of musical progress by boasting easy-to-grasp melodies and well-trimmed musicianship in the realm of instrumental performance and musical structure.   Dec 27, 2023

I would say it is not a bad album when it comes to melody-crafting capability, but it is another indistinctive cookie-cutter release you would easily find in the same genre category. Speaking of the overall quality, it is definitely an unsatisfactory work. The Dutch syndicate should have been way better on this album, considering it is a long-awaited album since their debut release.   Dec 27, 2023

MEGADETH 앨범 중 최애 앨범...첫 곡부터 내 심장은 뛰기 시작했다.   Apr 25, 2024

군제대 후 이 앨범을 듣고 충격을 받았던 기억이 생생...토비아스의 천재성이 드러난 앨범 바이올린을 전공했던 큰 애가 요즘도 가끔 연주하는 "Vain Glory Opera"   Apr 25, 2024

짧지만 아주 강력하다   Apr 12, 2024

아름답고 부드럽다. 복잡한 구성의 멜로디가 유려하게 이어져 빗물처럼 시냇물처럼 아름다운 흐름을 이루어내고 있다. 음질과 드럼의 아쉬움을 제외한다면 최고의 앨범이다. 88점.   Apr 13, 2024

블랙모어가 딥퍼플에서 나와서 좋은 것은 rainbow식 음악도 들을 수 있게 되었다는 점이다. 아주 아주 특이한 감성을 갖고 있는 사람이다. 아주 헤비한 락이면서도 부분 부분 포크적인 느낌도 있고 쓰잔함도 갖고 있다. 당대의 3대장하고는 다른 맛을 느낄 수 있다. 1,4,6이 대표곡. 3번은 quatarmass 9번은 yardbirds 커버곡이다. 희한하게 LP의 양면 라벨이 바뀐 것도 있다.   Apr 16, 2024

내가 바라는 프로그레시브메탈 그 자체. 부드러움, 날뛰는 에너지, 서정성, 테크니컬함 모든것을 갖추었다. 드림씨어터 3집과 함꼐 주관적인 프로그레시브메탈 최고작. 94점.   Apr 16, 2024

리치가 베이스를 1–3, 6를 연주했다. 그 외의 스튜디오는 밥 데이즐리 연주. 어렸을 때에는 1,5를 굉장히 좋아했었는데 문제는 5를 라센 시기에는 듣질 못했었다. 지금은 오히려 4번 같은 곡이 애청곡이 되었다. 앨범으로 기준으로도 1,2집보다 더 좋아했던 기억이 있다. 8번은 역시나 디오의 또 다른 보컬 맛을 느끼기 좋은 곡. 디오 재적시의 앨범은 영원할 것 같다.   Apr 20, 2024

3인조 코로너의 전 앨범 특히 2,3,4집을 좋아합니다. 옛날에 3집을 LP로 구입했었는데 속지에 시계, 스위스, 큰 글자로 '그로테스크' 라고 적힌 기억이.. 이후 90년대 중후반에 걸쳐서 전 앨범을 시디로 하나씩 모았죠. 30년간 신보를 안 내고 재결성 후에 아직도 활동하는 것도 특이한데, 그만큼 고정팬들이 많다는거 거겠죠.   Apr 25, 2024

간만에 듣는 수작 프로그레시브 젠트 앨범. 개인적으로 프록을 좋아하지 않음에도 불구하고 리프가 살아있고 복잡한 연주보다는 분위기나 리듬이 강조되어 듣는 재미가 배가 되었다. 보컬이 그로울링이었더라면 취향 100점 짜리 앨범이 되었지 않을까라는 생각도 드는 앨범.   Apr 29, 2024

전작 "Cowboys from Hell" 에 이은 연타석 홈런...얼터가 판치기 시작하던 때 꿋꿋이 버텨 준...   Apr 30, 2024

카르카스 앨범 중 최고 명반이 아닐까!!!   Apr 30, 2024

very good album by Vanden Plas. These prog metallers know how to make a good album.   May 1, 2024

Absolute crushing, heavy as fuck!   5 days ago

1990년도에 대체 무슨 일이 있었길래... rust in peace, painkiller, spiritual healing, cowboys from hell까지... 가슴이 웅장해진다. 나머지 앨범들도 손에 꼽을 정도로 좋아하는 앨범이지만 거의 모든 곡이 취향 저격인 앨범은 이것 밖에 없다.   2 days ago

개인적으로 이 앨범을 그렇게 좋아하지 않는다. 이 앨범이야 말로 방향성이 애매했던 프로듀싱과 작곡으로 생각보다 안좋네 라고 생각했던 앨범. 물론 메탈 갓이 주다스의 시그니쳐로 쓰이기는 한데 이 곡도 애매하다. 브레이킹 더 로나 리빙도 맘에 안들고 물론 관중과 싱어롱할때는 좋긴 하다고 생각은 하지만 말이다. 75-80점.6번 8번이 의외로 좋다.   1 day ago

드디어 이들의 약점이었던 절제된 기타솔로가 어느정도 해금되었습니다. 지난 앨범도 만족스러웠는데 역시나 이번에도 실망하지 않게 해주네요. 나이가 들어감에 따라 내가 좋아하는 밴드들도 하나둘씩 늙어가고 멤버들도 세상을 떠나는 걸 보니 매우 슬프네요. 반덴플라스는 계속 음악활동 왕성히 해주었으면 좋겠습니다   23 hours ago

쓸쓸하고도 외롭지만 그만큼 아름다우면서도 강렬한 명반. 도대체 어떤 유령을 만나서 이야기를 나눴길래 이런 명반이 나오는 걸까요?   Apr 10, 2024

이 앨범은 한 편의 영화입니다 음반을 재생하는 순간 당신은 꿈의 극장의 관객으로 초대됩니다 8개의 장면들을 지나 Finally Free에서 현실로 돌아올때의 카타르시스는 그 어떤 음악에서도 느껴보지 못한 강렬함을 선사해줍니다 이 앨범의 단점은 중반부에 좀 쳐진다는 것 그리고 가사집을 보면서 들어야한다는 것입니다 반드시 가사를 꼭 보면서 들으시길바랍니다.   Apr 10, 2024

좋은 것들만 버무려 놓아서 그런지 초반 흡입력은 대단하지만 후반으로 갈수록 쉽게 물리는 경향이 있다.   Apr 11, 2024