Monday 14 November 2016

Album Reviews: October

October was a good month. Naturally, the autumn months generally fit the mood of the genre better, but the quality of the releases was still superb, even after September, which had many favourites for me. These months see me sitting at home with my laptop working a bit more, so there's always some music in the background, and the memorable ones help me get through those dreaded all-nighters.

The Reticent: On the Eve of a Goodbye
On the Eve of a Goodbye  is an intriguing progressive offering, a captivating concept album with many high points. Albums like this can sometimes get a tad bit too long, as is the case this time. However, the perfection of the later tracks, especially closer Funeral for a Firefly all but makes you forget that.
Listen to: The Girl Broken, The Decision, Funeral for a Firefly

Mercyless: Pathetic Divinity
I have stated multiple times that I'm not too fond of out-there extreme metal, even including the one that spawned my favourite subgenres, death metal. Sometimes, the kind of raw energy that this provider is much appreciate. Pathetic Divinity brings that classic death without sounding too tired or repetitive, and even though it's not my favourite of the month, its a very good record.
Listen to: Exhort the Heretic, Left to Rot, How Deep Is Your Hate (link is full album)

Ars Moriendi: Sepelitur Alleluia
Sepelitur Alleluia is full of interesting ideas, little melodic pieces infused in the black metal. It's a bit inconsistent, and I'm not behind their incorrect pronunciation of 'Eccr Homo', but it's otherwise so great that i can forgive that.
Listen to: Sepeliture, Ecce HomoFléau français

Soliloquium: An Empty Frame
Now, death doom is right up my alley. This record is a bit on the slower-doomier side, which really plays up the heavy emotions presented by the music and the lyrics alike. It's an excellent record, and a must for the fans of the genre.

Khemmis: Hunted
Hunted is the other standout record for me this month. Granted, it being doom metal gave it a headstart, but the excellent composition of the album and the quality of the songs within make it a good listen for all lovers of metal.

Theocracy: Ghost Ship
An energetic power metal outing, it has many dangerously catchy songs. It drags a bit in the end, and it's chock full of blatant Christian references, but it's a fun album nonetheless.

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