As long as I've had this blog and I have yet to review any albums from my most favorite band. These days you catch a lot of flack for liking this band but to be honest I could give a fuck less. Today my friends we'll be talking about one of Cradle's greatest accomplishments. A concept album about the infamous countess Bathory. A woman who believed that she could stay young by bathing in and drinking the blood of young virgins. And to spoil the review a bit this album is an amazing experience.
Lets get to it. The most standout thing about this album is its twin guitar attack,and its atmosphere. Although some have complained about a more thin production, to me it adds to the overall atmosphere. It makes it sound rather wintery and raw, while at the same time showcasing the talent of every instrument. The guitars really steal the show musically speaking. The melodies they weave have a very gothic leaning and yet they harken back to Iron Maiden in their twin lead lines.
The whole album flows quite well, each track seems to fit in its place, giving way perfectly to the next. The flow of the album is flawless. Another thing that really stands out to me is the expert writing by Dani Filth. This is honestly a top notch writer and vocalist. He portrays perfectly the emotion that he is attempting to convey. A great example is in the song Cruelty Brought Thee Orchids. The lyric "Madness came upon her like an amours lovers seed. The delivery is perfect on every single track. My standout tracks as far as this album is concerned are 13 Autumns and a Widow, Cruelty Brought Thee Orchids, Beneath the Howling Stars, and Bathory Aria.
The first is an introduction of sorts where we meet a young Elizabeth who is raped by a priest. It is unclear but in my interpretation she quite enjoyed it but yet she had a distain toward him. In the end she castrates him and hangs him from the bell tower of the church. In Cruelty Brought Thee Orchids we get to witness her descent into madness. She has lost her faith and begins to become obsessed with maintaining her youthful image.
One of my all time favorites is Beneath The Howling Stars. It's basically the story of how the Count falls for her. She goes to a ball with her lips painted with the blood of a freshly murdered woman. She and the Count basically nearly fuck on the dance floor until they leave the ball and go for ride in the dark of winter. At the end of the song they marry and consummate the marriage, in Dani's words "soon in morning fever they were wed. Lycanthropic in the conjugal bed.
The album doesn't miss a beat. The guitar work is amazing. The production is amazing. The story is written out quite expertly in the lyrics. The whole album is amazing.
95/100
Saturday, November 15, 2014
Sunday, January 12, 2014
Top 20 Metallica Songs
At the suggestion of a friend and because I have been itching to get back in the game of blogging I figured a new list would be in order. I'm thinking a list of my favorite Metallica songs. Why the fuck not? To narrow it down to only 20 was a very difficult task, and I also wanted to have most of their albums represented and after a good brainstorm here are my picks. Probably ask me in a week or two and it may change but for now here it is.
20.The Memory Remains- Oh no not Reload! Yes I actually like some songs off of these albums and this is one of them. Its not a stroke of musical genius but it's catchy and extremely singable. I like the rock n roll feel of it. To me it tells the story of what happens when you become a celebrity, you start getting the temptation to let your ego get the best of you and its easy to lose your old true self, at least that's how I interpret it.
19. Blackened- For some reason I've never been able to fully jump on the bandwagon of ...And Justice For All but I do have some songs off of it that I enjoy this being one of them. I like the thrashtastic riffing in the song. I like that it has a borderline progressive feel to it. I like the lyrics, very apocalyptic showing the demise of planet earth. You can feel a sense of anger and pain throughout the whole song.
18. Attitude- I don't care what anyone says this song is pure badassery. Its the closet to their classic thrashiness that the old Metallica had. I liike the (hehe) attitude behind this tune. Exemplified by the lyric "throw all your bullets in the fire, and run like hell." its a good fun tune and my 18th best.
17. Anesthesia- This is a bass solo by Cliff Burton and the first instrumental Metallica did which they would do on each successive album up until The Black album. Just to say, it kicks ass.
16. Turn The Page- This is of course a cover of a Bob Segar song. Its perhaps the best cover they have done. They bring out the feeling of this song quite well. The guitar playing that infamous saxophone line is very fitting.
15. Low Man's Lyric- Behold another song off of the oft hated Reload. This song brings a tremendous amount of emotion. I'm not sure if it is literally talking about being homeless or using it as a metaphor for that type of neglected and cast out feeling. I love James vocal delivery.
14. Seek and Destroy- Straight off of Kill 'em All comes a fan favorite, that is still a staple of Metallica's live shows. It has the feel of a straight up metal anthem, complete with anthemic singable chorus.
13. Disposable Heroes- This is a pure ass thrasher right here. It's a stab at the military. Metallica is quite fond of tackling social injustices and this is a damn fine example. Its a fitting track to the Master of Puppets album. The refrain of "Back to the front!" is instantly memorable and the riffing is top notch. Great song!
12. Bleeding Me- Not another Load song! Yes, because this song is full of such raw emotion that it begs mentioning. This song is very dear to me personally. I relate to it in a way that is difficult to explain. It reminds me of my struggles with alienation, anxiety and depression. It may not be a badass thrasher or have intense riffing but the feeling behind it makes it worthy of a top 20 spot.
11. The Unforgiven- Another of Metallica's emotional tunes, and one that I enjoy tremendously. It talks about a child who's will becomes subdued through rule and control, and through the course of time withdraws into himself and becomes a bitter soul. The lyrics are top notch and the music is very fitting for the theme of it. That's about all that can be said.
10. Call of Ktulu- The instrumental from Ride the Lightning, which showcases the bands talent on their instruments. It shows that Metallica is not just a breakneck thrash band but that they know how to craft great works of art musically. It builds up suspensefully and then hits a crescendo of apocalyptic proportions. The theme song to the worlds destruction by an ancient evil. God damn its good.
9. Battery- The opener to Master of Puppets, right from the start you know what's coming. The melodic intro fades and the main riff hits you right in the sack. Its the thrashiest of the thrash and it kicks ass. Need I see more?
8. Ride The Lightning- DUN UN DUN UN DUN UN DUN UN! We all know that riff by heart, and the song that goes with it. One of the most undisputed classics Metallica has ever made. It tackles the subject of the death penalty specifically the electric chair. Fantastic riffs, fantastic leads, great lyrics and delivery. What does all that make? A FUCKING GOOD SONG!
7. One- Another undisputed classic mixing Metallica's melodic tendencies with the thrash side. It begins with a bleak feeling and describes a soldier who is on machines to live and just wants be free of life. Nothing is real but pain now for him. He is wishing for death. Toward the end the mood becomes more frantic until we get to that tremendously furious guitar solo that forms the climax of the song. What more could you ask for in a track?
6. Orion- All I can say is wow! Metallica has done great instrumentals but this one takes the cake. Every band member is well represented. The soundscape evolves throughout. It is a truly inspired piece. I love that slow middle part that builds to the solo. It gives me chills every time.
5. Fade To Black- Metallicas very first ballad if you will. My god the emotion in this song is intensely bleak. To me it's painful to listen to. It talks about sinking into a void of darkness within yourself to the point that all you do is wish for it all to end. Its a feeling of having a void within you that can never be filled. It drifts into a faster part where apparently he has decided to end it all and say goodbye. Excellent song.
4. Four Horsemen- This has long been one of my favorite Metallica songs. Its pure apocalyptic thrash. The horsemen are drawing nearer and you will either ride with them or die. What a great concept for a thrash song. The riffs are fantastic and that melodic middle part cements it as a pure classic.
3. For Whom The Bell Tolls- This is one of the first riffs I learned on guitar that chorus riff. This song is amazing. There isn't much I can say about it. Go now and listen to it if you have never heard it...well GO!
2. Hit the Lights- This song has the most pure energy of any Metallica track and it makes me feel like just thrashing my neck, playing guitar riffs at breakneck speed and screaming out the vocals without a care of how in tune they are. They call it the metal madness, and boy I've got it. Its the feel of being onstage, feeling the energy of the crowd, expending every ounce of yourself and giving it all you have to make the crowd go nuts. Fucking awesome.
1. Enter Sandman.....PSYCHE!
1. Master of Puppets- This song is perhaps the most iconic Metallica song to ever be written. The main riff can probably be sung by pretty much anyone you know over the age of 20 probably many people younger than that. Its thrash that leads into a melodic midsection and then breaks into a furious second half. My god its fantastic. The best ever in my opinion.
20.The Memory Remains- Oh no not Reload! Yes I actually like some songs off of these albums and this is one of them. Its not a stroke of musical genius but it's catchy and extremely singable. I like the rock n roll feel of it. To me it tells the story of what happens when you become a celebrity, you start getting the temptation to let your ego get the best of you and its easy to lose your old true self, at least that's how I interpret it.
19. Blackened- For some reason I've never been able to fully jump on the bandwagon of ...And Justice For All but I do have some songs off of it that I enjoy this being one of them. I like the thrashtastic riffing in the song. I like that it has a borderline progressive feel to it. I like the lyrics, very apocalyptic showing the demise of planet earth. You can feel a sense of anger and pain throughout the whole song.
18. Attitude- I don't care what anyone says this song is pure badassery. Its the closet to their classic thrashiness that the old Metallica had. I liike the (hehe) attitude behind this tune. Exemplified by the lyric "throw all your bullets in the fire, and run like hell." its a good fun tune and my 18th best.
17. Anesthesia- This is a bass solo by Cliff Burton and the first instrumental Metallica did which they would do on each successive album up until The Black album. Just to say, it kicks ass.
16. Turn The Page- This is of course a cover of a Bob Segar song. Its perhaps the best cover they have done. They bring out the feeling of this song quite well. The guitar playing that infamous saxophone line is very fitting.
15. Low Man's Lyric- Behold another song off of the oft hated Reload. This song brings a tremendous amount of emotion. I'm not sure if it is literally talking about being homeless or using it as a metaphor for that type of neglected and cast out feeling. I love James vocal delivery.
14. Seek and Destroy- Straight off of Kill 'em All comes a fan favorite, that is still a staple of Metallica's live shows. It has the feel of a straight up metal anthem, complete with anthemic singable chorus.
13. Disposable Heroes- This is a pure ass thrasher right here. It's a stab at the military. Metallica is quite fond of tackling social injustices and this is a damn fine example. Its a fitting track to the Master of Puppets album. The refrain of "Back to the front!" is instantly memorable and the riffing is top notch. Great song!
12. Bleeding Me- Not another Load song! Yes, because this song is full of such raw emotion that it begs mentioning. This song is very dear to me personally. I relate to it in a way that is difficult to explain. It reminds me of my struggles with alienation, anxiety and depression. It may not be a badass thrasher or have intense riffing but the feeling behind it makes it worthy of a top 20 spot.
11. The Unforgiven- Another of Metallica's emotional tunes, and one that I enjoy tremendously. It talks about a child who's will becomes subdued through rule and control, and through the course of time withdraws into himself and becomes a bitter soul. The lyrics are top notch and the music is very fitting for the theme of it. That's about all that can be said.
10. Call of Ktulu- The instrumental from Ride the Lightning, which showcases the bands talent on their instruments. It shows that Metallica is not just a breakneck thrash band but that they know how to craft great works of art musically. It builds up suspensefully and then hits a crescendo of apocalyptic proportions. The theme song to the worlds destruction by an ancient evil. God damn its good.
9. Battery- The opener to Master of Puppets, right from the start you know what's coming. The melodic intro fades and the main riff hits you right in the sack. Its the thrashiest of the thrash and it kicks ass. Need I see more?
8. Ride The Lightning- DUN UN DUN UN DUN UN DUN UN! We all know that riff by heart, and the song that goes with it. One of the most undisputed classics Metallica has ever made. It tackles the subject of the death penalty specifically the electric chair. Fantastic riffs, fantastic leads, great lyrics and delivery. What does all that make? A FUCKING GOOD SONG!
7. One- Another undisputed classic mixing Metallica's melodic tendencies with the thrash side. It begins with a bleak feeling and describes a soldier who is on machines to live and just wants be free of life. Nothing is real but pain now for him. He is wishing for death. Toward the end the mood becomes more frantic until we get to that tremendously furious guitar solo that forms the climax of the song. What more could you ask for in a track?
6. Orion- All I can say is wow! Metallica has done great instrumentals but this one takes the cake. Every band member is well represented. The soundscape evolves throughout. It is a truly inspired piece. I love that slow middle part that builds to the solo. It gives me chills every time.
5. Fade To Black- Metallicas very first ballad if you will. My god the emotion in this song is intensely bleak. To me it's painful to listen to. It talks about sinking into a void of darkness within yourself to the point that all you do is wish for it all to end. Its a feeling of having a void within you that can never be filled. It drifts into a faster part where apparently he has decided to end it all and say goodbye. Excellent song.
4. Four Horsemen- This has long been one of my favorite Metallica songs. Its pure apocalyptic thrash. The horsemen are drawing nearer and you will either ride with them or die. What a great concept for a thrash song. The riffs are fantastic and that melodic middle part cements it as a pure classic.
3. For Whom The Bell Tolls- This is one of the first riffs I learned on guitar that chorus riff. This song is amazing. There isn't much I can say about it. Go now and listen to it if you have never heard it...well GO!
2. Hit the Lights- This song has the most pure energy of any Metallica track and it makes me feel like just thrashing my neck, playing guitar riffs at breakneck speed and screaming out the vocals without a care of how in tune they are. They call it the metal madness, and boy I've got it. Its the feel of being onstage, feeling the energy of the crowd, expending every ounce of yourself and giving it all you have to make the crowd go nuts. Fucking awesome.
1. Enter Sandman.....PSYCHE!
1. Master of Puppets- This song is perhaps the most iconic Metallica song to ever be written. The main riff can probably be sung by pretty much anyone you know over the age of 20 probably many people younger than that. Its thrash that leads into a melodic midsection and then breaks into a furious second half. My god its fantastic. The best ever in my opinion.
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Metallica- Load- About Half Filler.
After having released the black album, an album that was decent but showing signs of a Metallica that is transforming from melodic and emotive thrash into bonafide radio rock/metal. This album would see them experiment in blues rock, and don't get me wrong when it's good it's really good but when it's bad its really bad. Songs like Bleeding Me have a definite appeal that speaks to a broken spirit, but songs like Cure just drag on and you find yourself just waiting for it to end.
The first half of this album is no slouch, it starts with paced hard rockers Ain't My Bitch and 2 x 4, which are both good tracks in their own right. Although they aren't the best Metallica has ever done they're actually pretty decent tracks. The riffing is slowed to a more hard rock pace, at times almost bordering on grungy with songs like The House That Jack built.
The appeal of this album is really how Metallica shows their more emotional side on tracks such as Until It Sleeps which has sort of a surfer rock sound to it at times. It speaks to the pain which can haunt a person, and though some could say it shows weakness I find it to be a mature take on a haunting pain that gnaws at the soul.
Hero of the day continues the emotional exploration and is actually one of my favorite Metallica songs. It has real feeling to it which showcases this albums strongly. The track that follows, Bleeding Me is another example of this however taking a more bluesy approach and this is a track that succeeds well, however sometimes I feel it lasts just a little too long. However with every track that succeeds in this experiment there is a track that just doesn't cut it. Songs like Cure and Poor Twisted me just seem a little bit forced and filler in nature. The song Outlaw Torn while lasting a little too long is another successful track on here.
In conclusion this album is about half successful and half filler. It shows Metallica's sound kind of declining into something that is just there. Not terrible but not measuring up to the band's past releases. I actually really like some of the songs on here, but as a complete album this experiment falls quite short of the mark set by past albums.
55/100
The first half of this album is no slouch, it starts with paced hard rockers Ain't My Bitch and 2 x 4, which are both good tracks in their own right. Although they aren't the best Metallica has ever done they're actually pretty decent tracks. The riffing is slowed to a more hard rock pace, at times almost bordering on grungy with songs like The House That Jack built.
The appeal of this album is really how Metallica shows their more emotional side on tracks such as Until It Sleeps which has sort of a surfer rock sound to it at times. It speaks to the pain which can haunt a person, and though some could say it shows weakness I find it to be a mature take on a haunting pain that gnaws at the soul.
Hero of the day continues the emotional exploration and is actually one of my favorite Metallica songs. It has real feeling to it which showcases this albums strongly. The track that follows, Bleeding Me is another example of this however taking a more bluesy approach and this is a track that succeeds well, however sometimes I feel it lasts just a little too long. However with every track that succeeds in this experiment there is a track that just doesn't cut it. Songs like Cure and Poor Twisted me just seem a little bit forced and filler in nature. The song Outlaw Torn while lasting a little too long is another successful track on here.
In conclusion this album is about half successful and half filler. It shows Metallica's sound kind of declining into something that is just there. Not terrible but not measuring up to the band's past releases. I actually really like some of the songs on here, but as a complete album this experiment falls quite short of the mark set by past albums.
55/100
Thursday, August 8, 2013
The Metallica Saga- Master of Puppets
The band Metallica had 2 releases previous to this both of them huge albums within the genre of thrash metal. While Kill 'Em All was a pure out thrasher, Ride The Lightning showcased in injected with a little more melody and in a more focused way. Now it is time to review the third album and one that many hail as the greatest metal album of all time. Master of Puppets
From the very onset of this album you know you're in for a ride. The breakneck speed of Battery thrashes you do death for a full 5 minutes straight. Then comes the furious Master of Puppets. This song is really a huge highlight of the album. It shows how Metallica was meshing melody with thrash in a very well executed way. From the famous main riff of the song to the excellent soloing in the middle section this song is one mammoth beast of a song.
In order to avoid a track by track review let me just say that this album is huge. It keeps Metallica's trademark thrash sound injects more melody and tempo changes to craft one of the best albums of all time. This album is an album that is nearly. Its songs cover themes of social injustice, Insanity, and even some Lovecraftian mythology. The riffs on this album are still very creative, and quite thrashy. The soloing is top notch on this album as well. The whole album flows exactly the way an album should with the perfect mix of melody and chaos. This is an excellently crafted album.
The one track that still has to be mentioned is Orion. This isnstrumental showcases really what Metallica is capable of as far as instrumental talent and songwriting skills. The moods of this song change from upbeat to somber and melodic. The solos and bass track in this song is momentous.
To conclude this album is one monster of an album and if you haven't heard it then fucking hell what are you waiting for?
99/100
From the very onset of this album you know you're in for a ride. The breakneck speed of Battery thrashes you do death for a full 5 minutes straight. Then comes the furious Master of Puppets. This song is really a huge highlight of the album. It shows how Metallica was meshing melody with thrash in a very well executed way. From the famous main riff of the song to the excellent soloing in the middle section this song is one mammoth beast of a song.
In order to avoid a track by track review let me just say that this album is huge. It keeps Metallica's trademark thrash sound injects more melody and tempo changes to craft one of the best albums of all time. This album is an album that is nearly. Its songs cover themes of social injustice, Insanity, and even some Lovecraftian mythology. The riffs on this album are still very creative, and quite thrashy. The soloing is top notch on this album as well. The whole album flows exactly the way an album should with the perfect mix of melody and chaos. This is an excellently crafted album.
The one track that still has to be mentioned is Orion. This isnstrumental showcases really what Metallica is capable of as far as instrumental talent and songwriting skills. The moods of this song change from upbeat to somber and melodic. The solos and bass track in this song is momentous.
To conclude this album is one monster of an album and if you haven't heard it then fucking hell what are you waiting for?
99/100
Friday, April 12, 2013
Upcoming Changes
I have decided to change up the blog a little bit. It will not longer be solely about my interest in reviewing albums and random lists about music. I have decided to turn into a more open blog to encompass all of my interests and to do some much needed venting, maybe even some ranting. It will sometimes be subject matter of a philosophical nature, sometimes spiritual, sometimes of an insane stark raving mad nature.
WELCOME TO THE NEW MULTIVERSE
WELCOME TO THE NEW MULTIVERSE
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Darkthrone- The Underground Resistance and Comments on Recent Events
Another year, another Darkthrone album, and yes as usual it fucking rules. You kvlt kids may not enjoy the hardcore punk and straight up trashiness of it but I think this sound is a more mature Darkthrone, a band that has decided not to be stuck in one particular style.
On a different note 2012 was a very hectic year for me and really I JUST now got caught up with all the albums I missed. So to reflect that I made the post really hectic. This year I am hoping to do a better job on keeping this blog updated. So how about a review to kick off my 2013 album listenings shall we?
As I already gave away this album rules. I will do this in real time to tell you what I think about this album. So far I am 4 tracks in and I don't really have any complaints. The riffs are perfect: they have a mixture of punk, straight up metal with that blackened tremolo edge, and believe me Darkthrone know how to blend them just right. Nothing sounds artificial like bands that blend styles just for the hell of it. I really like the in your face feel that this album can give you.
As the album goes on there is very little of the monotony that sometimes ruins these riffy type albums, but I am waiting to see how they do on that 13 minute long epic. This track Come Warfare so far could've come off of a complete death doom album. Oh and the vocals they are just gruff enough without being cheesy. I like it. Oh yes I do!
Well then how about a juicy tremolo riff to break up that monotony, just when I thought I was gonna have some complaints they threw in some variation: Good fucking job! And here goes another doomy ass riff for ya! that squealy guitar rules. Well maybe this song IS a smidge too long for my tastes but that is the only bad thing I can really say so far
And now the last track lasts and holy fuck a falsetto note, I DID NOT see that coming. This album is full of little random surprises for me I guess.
Its a fast punky type riff, and in some ways his vocals remind me of King Diamond. I love when ol Noct comes out with one of those trebley lead riffs, sometimes I wish they lasted longer. LEAVE! NO! CROSS! LEAVE NO CROSS UNTURNED! So apparently this album packs quite a punch
lets say about a 9/10 for the rating...Gawt dayum this was a good album!
On a different note 2012 was a very hectic year for me and really I JUST now got caught up with all the albums I missed. So to reflect that I made the post really hectic. This year I am hoping to do a better job on keeping this blog updated. So how about a review to kick off my 2013 album listenings shall we?
As I already gave away this album rules. I will do this in real time to tell you what I think about this album. So far I am 4 tracks in and I don't really have any complaints. The riffs are perfect: they have a mixture of punk, straight up metal with that blackened tremolo edge, and believe me Darkthrone know how to blend them just right. Nothing sounds artificial like bands that blend styles just for the hell of it. I really like the in your face feel that this album can give you.
As the album goes on there is very little of the monotony that sometimes ruins these riffy type albums, but I am waiting to see how they do on that 13 minute long epic. This track Come Warfare so far could've come off of a complete death doom album. Oh and the vocals they are just gruff enough without being cheesy. I like it. Oh yes I do!
Well then how about a juicy tremolo riff to break up that monotony, just when I thought I was gonna have some complaints they threw in some variation: Good fucking job! And here goes another doomy ass riff for ya! that squealy guitar rules. Well maybe this song IS a smidge too long for my tastes but that is the only bad thing I can really say so far
And now the last track lasts and holy fuck a falsetto note, I DID NOT see that coming. This album is full of little random surprises for me I guess.
Its a fast punky type riff, and in some ways his vocals remind me of King Diamond. I love when ol Noct comes out with one of those trebley lead riffs, sometimes I wish they lasted longer. LEAVE! NO! CROSS! LEAVE NO CROSS UNTURNED! So apparently this album packs quite a punch
lets say about a 9/10 for the rating...Gawt dayum this was a good album!
Best Metal Albums of 2012
As I am a little late to the party I will make this quick. These are my favorite metal albums of last year from all that I have heard
20. Converge- All We Love We Leave Behind
19. The Faceless- Autotheism
18.High on Fire- De Vermis Mysteriis
17. Spawn of Possession- Incurso
16. Cradle of Filth- The Manticore
15. Belakor- Of Breath and Bone
14 Pallbearer- Sorrow and Extinction
13. Panopticon- Kentucky
12. Swallow the Sun- The Emerald Forest and the Blackbird
11. Blut aus Nord- 777 Cosmosophy
10. Overkill- The Electric Age
9. Woods of Ypres- Grey Skies and Electric Lights
8.. Baroness- Yellow and Green
7.. Accept- Stalingrad
6. Alcest- Les Voyages de L'ame
5. Rush- Clockwork Angels
4 Enslaved- RIITIIR
3. Kreator- Phantom Antichrist
2. Ne Obliviscaris Portal of I
1. Wintersun- Time Vol I
And so instead of going into grave detail in each one as I would normally do. I will point out some of my high points on these albums.
My all time favorite has been Wintersun. Everyone joked that it was about time they released this beast of an album. The only complaint I have is that it isn't long enough. Its a bombastic epic sounding album that in my opinion tops their self titled one in every way. It has so many layers of music and the lyrics are amazing. Ne Obliviscaris was my biggest surprise because I never thought it could live up to the hype that was surrounding it, but it far exceeded my expectations. Kreator and Overkill both came out with what some would term Thrashterpieces.
Another one that surprised me was Rush's Clockwork Angels. I expected it to be mediocre for some reason but it was an amazing sounding album. It was Rush showing that they can still outdo the bands they influenced. Baroness was a little bit on the experimental side but it worked amazingly well in my eyes.
Perhaps the strangest release of last year was Panopticon's Kentucky. Bluegrass black metal, it works well but Wtf.
Well this year I will try to be more thorough.
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