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 "The opening is entrusted to the majestic To Thou Who Dwellest In The Night, [...] one of the most beautiful black metal songs ever written."

 "Arcturus strike directly at the listener’s heart with aggressive but elegant solutions, full of feeling and emotion."

Arcturus' debut album 'Aspera Hiems Symfonia' showcases the band's early symphonic black metal roots with a unique and heartfelt approach. The album combines classic black metal with progressive and avant-garde elements, featuring powerful vocals, masterful instrumentation, and emotional depth. Tracks like 'To Thou Who Dwellest In The Night' and 'Du Nordavind' highlight the band's innovative style that sets them apart. This underrated classic is recommended for fans across metal subgenres looking for creativity and emotion. Explore Arcturus' unique blend of symphonic black metal and avant-garde progressions—listen to 'Aspera Hiems Symfonia' now!

 "Pentagram is not just a cornerstone of '90s black, but Gorgoroth's most genuine and spontaneous album."

 "(Under) The Pagan Megalith is a lesson in Old School Raw Black Metal that many pseudo bm bands today should learn better."

Pentagram, Gorgoroth’s 1994 debut, stands as a raw and violent classic in 90s Norwegian black metal. Its rough production and intense compositions capture the spirit of early black metal. The album blends epic moments with infernal rage, marked by standout tracks like 'Begravelsesnatt' and '(Under) The Pagan Megalith.' Widely regarded as Gorgoroth's best and most genuine work. Dive into the raw fury of Gorgoroth’s Pentagram and experience a true classic of Norwegian black metal.

 With this fourth album, one could say that Meshuggah abandons metal as it is conventionally known, evolving into something more, something crazier, sicker, more inhuman.

 A symbolic track could be Spasm, with its cadenced advance and highlighted by Thordendal’s icy arpeggios, or Closed Eye Visuals, with that almost alien interlude, the only 'calm' point of the album.

The review highlights Meshuggah's album Nothing as a groundbreaking and ruthless chapter in the band's evolution. It emphasizes the abandonment of conventional metal rules, focusing on slow, heavy tempos, minimal melody, and cryptic compositions. The vocals adopt a more oppressive style, and the instrumentation showcases technical mastery, pushing metal into more extreme and inhuman territory. Notable tracks such as 'Spasm' and 'Closed Eye Visuals' illustrate the album's complex and alien atmospheres. Dive into the madness of Meshuggah's Nothing—listen now and experience metal like never before.

 "Celestial Soda Pop is the quintessence of Lynch's music... it gives you goosebumps due to its simple, stunning beauty."

 "Your Feeling Shoulders is one of the highest peaks ever reached by the Texan... When simplicity goes hand in hand with genius."

Ray Lynch's Deep Breakfast (1984) marks a turning point in his career, blending melodic, majestic, and soothing new age music. The album features standout tracks like Celestial Soda Pop and Your Feeling Shoulders, showcasing Lynch's genius in simple yet powerful arrangements. While some tracks are more relaxed or less complex, the album remains a carefully crafted journey of beauty and emotion. Overall, Deep Breakfast is celebrated as a classic and influential work in the new age genre. Listen to Ray Lynch's Deep Breakfast and experience the beauty of timeless new age melodies.

 "Burzum settles the score with tradition and welcomes the unsettling war theme, seen as a release of one’s bloodthirsty instinct."

 "Burzum is an excellent debut, and one of the best in black metal, planting the first seed of atmospheric black metal."

Burzum's self-titled debut album is a foundational release in the Norwegian black metal scene, noted for its raw vocals, minimalistic yet creative compositions, and a dark, hostile atmosphere. The album blends fast-paced aggression with melodic and ambient passages, foreshadowing future shifts in the genre. While some lyrics show youthfulness, the music remains influential and innovative, especially in pioneering atmospheric black metal. Tracks like 'My Journey To The Stars' stand out as masterpieces reflecting inner exploration and epic themes. Dive into Burzum's groundbreaking debut and experience the raw roots of atmospheric black metal today.

 If Wolf's Lair Abyss hadn't been a Mayhem work, it would have been appreciated much more.

 Mayhem has always been a group whose charm has surpassed its actual artistic value.

Wolf's Lair Abyss marked Mayhem's controversial return after the murder of Euronymous and significant turmoil in the Norwegian black metal scene. Hellhammer spearheaded the reformation, recruiting former members including Maniac and Necrobutcher, and guitarist Blasphemer. The 1997 EP contains five tracks blending raw aggression with atmospheric elements reminiscent of Mayhem's past. Although the release faced mixed reviews and high expectations, it remains a valuable piece in their discography, reflecting both legacy and evolution. Discover the raw intensity and history behind Mayhem's Wolf's Lair Abyss—listen and explore the evolution of black metal legend Mayhem today!

 Imagining the sound of this album for someone who has never listened to it is like trying to explain the difference between red and blue to someone who has been blind from birth.

 'Into The Pandemonium' stands to music as Warhol’s madness stands to art.

The review praises Celtic Frost's 1987 album 'Into The Pandemonium' as a groundbreaking and challenging work in extreme metal. It emphasizes the album's complexity, innovative nature, and unique atmosphere that defies easy genre classification. The reviewer notes that appreciation grows over multiple listens, revealing the album as a masterpiece. The album pushes musical boundaries by combining metal with psychedelic and experimental elements. Explore Celtic Frost’s 'Into The Pandemonium'—an extreme metal album like no other. Listen now and experience its groundbreaking sound!

 "If it were a story, it would be set on the waterfront of an endless beach."

 "Only the waves change, always the same and always different, smaller, larger, shorter, longer."

This review praises Ludovico Einaudi's album 'Le Onde' as a tranquil and emotionally evocative experience. The music is likened to an endless beach with ever-changing waves, conveying calmness and introspection. It emphasizes the contemplative and peaceful nature of the compositions. Discover the calming waves of Einaudi's Le Onde and immerse yourself in its serene piano melodies today!

 Raw, rotten, brutal, and bastardly.

 John Tardy, the fantastic vocalist who seems to be vomiting the demons of hell when he sings.

Obituary's debut album Slowly We Rot is a seminal work in death metal, featuring raw, heavy riffs and John Tardy's iconic guttural vocals. The album stands out by blending brutal death metal with slower tempos and complex structures. Influenced by Slayer and Napalm Death, it remains a classic of the 80s death metal scene. Key tracks include the title track and 'Intoxicated.' Dive into Obituary's Slowly We Rot and experience the raw intensity of classic death metal today!

 Ozzy left everyone speechless: having found the synergy with the talented Zakk Wylde... conceived an album that stands out as one of the best of his career.

 This present CD is essential in the discography of any headbanger who likes Black Sabbath and the 'Ozzy Sound'.

This review praises Ozzy Osbourne's 1991 album No More Tears as a high point in his solo career, highlighting the synergy with guitarist Zakk Wylde and the album's modern sound. The reviewer emphasizes standout tracks such as "Mama I'm Coming Home" and "Hellraiser". The album is noted as essential for fans of Ozzy and classic metal, showcasing Ozzy's strong vocal performance and fresh energy. Overall, No More Tears is celebrated as a revitalizing and timeless work. Listen to No More Tears now and experience one of Ozzy's finest solo journeys!