OzzyRotten

I need to clarify a few things. First of all, I don't suffer from adolescent depression, given that I'm almost thirty and I've long left that period behind. As for the glitter of other people's lives (specifically, my own), I must say I absolutely do not need it, considering I already have a beautiful girlfriend who is certainly hundreds of times better than Paris Hilton and who loves me just as I love her, which is immensely.
Then, regarding everything else, I don't feel the need for it, because I'm content with much less, and I rejoice in it every moment. I ask: would it have been more interesting and honest to talk about Shape Of Despair, beyond any judgment (which I respect, of course), in a jovial and festive manner? I really don't think so, especially because honestly, this album communicates to me negative and paroxysmal feelings, so I couldn't describe it differently.
Sure, maybe I've gone a bit overboard with the theatrics; I got carried away too, but I'm human, and thus imperfect, and I love to write certain things spontaneously, without thinking too much about it.
Thanks anyway to those who appreciate Shape of Despair and this review of mine.

There are those who don't like tribute albums, and to be honest, I always prefer to seek out the originals over cover versions, but in this case, the exception is more than a rule. A band like Black Sabbath has influenced almost all (or at least most) of Heavy music, directly or indirectly. Spine-chilling, truly, "Black Sabbath" performed by Type O Negative and "Symptom of the Universe" covered by Sepultura (by the way: the band that, back then, was the Cavalera brothers, also covered "Orgasmatron" by Motörhead, perhaps even better than the original). Well done, it's commendable of you to review a tribute to such rock pillars.

You can discuss anything you like, dear Fidia, but if my review may be overly biased, yours, while excellent to be sure, leaves no room for debate, throwing them into poverty without hesitation, compounded by the fact that you insist on comparing today's Moonspell to those of Wolfheart. I'm sorry, but I consider this a mistake, and frankly, if this album deserves a "1!", then what do we make of all the other releases in this genre this year? Unspeakable products, considering that the great, albeit inconsistent talent of Ribeiro's band is universally recognized? I don't like making comparisons; I enjoy listening to good music, and however biased or partial it may seem to you, I liked "Memorial," and quite a bit at that; there's no need to reiterate it. Lastly, please don't take it personally that I reviewed a work you already examined; I didn't mean to disrespect you, I just wanted to present another point of view.

I wonder what the necessity is to constantly review the same albums. Do you really think anyone cares what someone thinks about a universally acknowledged masterpiece that has been on everyone's lips for almost thirty years? And then, excuse me for saying this, but when you write, at least proofread your reviews, because let me tell you, definite articles, like all of Italian grammar for that matter, are not up for debate.

Even though I am mostly a fan of Shape of Despair, whom I consider unmatchable, you managed to intrigue me, and I will get the album. If it really is as you described, then I will commend your taste; otherwise, I’ll leave the compliments for your writing. Very well.

Of course, I can only disagree about Dark Lunacy, because I really like them a lot. I do agree about Flames. "The Jester Race" and "Whoracle" were pure masterpieces. It's a shame they sold even their grandmother...

Ah well, it doesn't take much to beat In Flames on their own turf lately. I say this with bitterness, since, of course, thanks to In Flames and Arch Enemy, I started listening to "Swedish." Fortunately, the Swedish scene isn't made up of just the Flames. Otherwise, it would be enough to drive anyone crazy. Better to seek refuge in much more valid alternatives. Like, not to be repetitive, Kalmah, whose album has strangely been spinning in my ears for far too long, almost as much as the (latest) one by Dark Lunacy.

"The Blue Lotus" is simply chilling.
Few bands convey discomfort, sadness, and the whole baggage of negative feelings like My Dying Bride.
The review, as always, captures the essence perfectly, and I even agree with the punctuation.

It was released in 1996.

Of course, us metallers are strange people. The more we find an album dark, leaden, violent, and depressing, the more we become attached to it, due to that masochistic syndrome that names "the world sucks and we want to scream it to the four winds" that unites us.
Beautiful review for an even more beautiful album, and it’s not demagogy. One of the few that made me imagine I was really in the midst of those cold and icy lands.
I'm glad there are people like me who appreciate this kind of thing. I’ll spend the afternoon reading your reviews, those of Tepes, Aniel, Ocram, and Norvheim (I write this from memory. I hope he will forgive me if I made a mistake). Congratulations again.