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Review: Christian Cosentino – High Rising Times
This is what you’d get if Aquilus commissioned Empath-era Devin Townsend as both a collaborator and producer.
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Review: Ambrius – Effigies of Time
Ambrius boldly attempt to break the mould, but said mould is only ever broken temporarily before they fall back into their routine
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Review: Backfire – The Two of Us
Like an enormous Christmas dinner, Backfire will both satisfy and stuff you in equal measure.
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Review: Dol Theeta – Monad
Of man’s many attempts at space travel, not every mission was a success, but the times where they were are downright glorious.
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Review: Atomic Symphony – HYBRIS
The first half of a two-part concept album that embraces a symphonic sound while retaining a more traditional progressive style.
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Review: Vitam Aeternam – Revelations from the Mother Harlot
A zany, religiously inspired journey through symphonic and avant prog.
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Review: Wilderun – Epigone
Listening to Wilderun is like eating the best coffee ice cream you’ve ever tasted but you occasionally bite into coffee chunks that are a little too bitter for your senses.
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Review: Riverwood – Shadows And Flames
Egyptian progressive/folk metal outfit Riverwood’s sophomore album Shadows And Flames is a bombastic release with many moving parts, but one that ultimately leaves you wishing for more.
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Review: Spheric Universe Experience – Back Home
A 20-year veteran of the Underground returns after a 10-year hiatus.
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Pensées Nocturnes – Douce Fange
An exemplary example of all a French black metal album should be, rejoicing in French heritage with tasteful, albeit crazy, cabaret orchestrations.