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 The first thing you want to do is launch into a violent 'pogo' against everything around you.

 Try listening to 'Hate Song' and at the end restrain yourself from shouting at the top of your lungs HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE...

The Haunted's 1998 self-titled debut is a powerful blend of 80s thrash and death metal influences, regarded as their best work. Hailing from At The Gates' legacy, the band delivers aggressive riffs, dynamic rhythms, and intense vocals. Highlights include "Hate Song," "Chasm," and "Bullet Hole." A must-listen for thrash fans craving energetic and original metal. Dive into The Haunted's explosive debut and experience one of Swedish thrash metal's defining albums today!

 There is definitely a kinship with the bands mentioned above, but the product isn’t something copied for the nostalgic; rather, it is a sort of new death infused with more modern sounds.

 We are not dealing with a mere technical exercise, but with a masterful use of technique that serves compositions attacking the listener with a mad death vein.

Illogicist's debut album 'Subjected' stands out in the technical death metal scene with original songwriting and impressive musicianship. Influenced but not derivative of American bands like Death and Cynic, it delivers complex riffs, intricate bass lines, and powerful drumming. The vocals are aggressive and sharp, adding to the album’s intense impact. Highlights include tracks like 'The High Price Of Confidence' and 'The Soul Feeder'. Highly recommended for fans of quality death metal. Listen to Illogicist's 'Subjected' and experience a fresh take on technical death metal!

 An intense journey begins, lasting twenty days in the mind of a man in a coma, fighting between life and death.

 Ultimately, one of the best (for me, the best) progressive metal albums of 2004 and certainly among the top in history.

The Human Equation by Ayreon is an intense, emotional concept album exploring a man's internal struggle during a coma. Featuring an impressive lineup of vocalists and rich instrumentation, it blends progressive metal with rock, folk, and symphonic elements. Praised for its storytelling and production, this album stands out as one of the best progressive metal records in recent years. A must-listen for prog and rock fans alike. Dive into The Human Equation and experience a powerful progressive metal journey today!

 It has become the most startling, unique, and honest historical document ever recorded about a band.

 Watch it, it doesn’t matter if you buy it or have a friend burn a copy for you or even just lend it to you, just watch it, you won’t regret it.

The documentary 'Some Kind Of Monster' was intended to cover Metallica's 'St. Anger' recording but reveals much more—raw band conflicts, personal struggles, and human moments. Directed by Joe Berlinger and Bruce Sinofsky, it captures nearly two years in the life of the band, unveiling longstanding tensions between members. Watching their candid moments, studio sessions, and personal lives creates a powerful and honest experience. This film is highly recommended for both fans and newcomers. Watch Metallica's 'Some Kind Of Monster' for an unforgettable dive into the band's raw and honest journey.

 The guitar riffs are always powerful and never predictable, the drumming is no less, and the rhythmic section finds full expression.

 The final suite Among the Gods is worth the entire price of the album, blending thrash, flamenco, and prog influences spectacularly.

Conception's debut album 'The Last Sunset' offers a compelling mix of melodic power metal, thrash, and prog elements enriched by Tore Østby's Spanish-style guitar. The album features powerful riffs, intricate rhythms, and standout vocal performances by Roy Khan. The production quality enhances the dynamic and experimental tracklist, especially the epic final suite. Recommended for fans of experimental yet accessible metal. Dive into Conception's 'The Last Sunset' and experience a unique blend of power and thrash metal with unforgettable guitar solos!

 This is a band that represents the embryo of an entire movement: progressive metal.

 Their hyper-technical intertwined guitar/bass/drums solos make listening very problematic, but ultimately rewarding.

Watchtower's 'Energetic Disassembly' is a groundbreaking 1986 album widely recognized as the origin of progressive metal. Combining speed, jazz, and technical prowess, the band delivers aggressive and complex compositions. Despite its innovative approach and influence on future bands like Dream Theater and Death, the album suffered from poor production and limited commercial success. Its lyrical themes focus on nuclear war and societal fears, setting it apart from typical thrash metal topics. A demanding but rewarding listen, this album remains a niche classic in metal history. Explore Watchtower's seminal album and delve into the roots of progressive metal—listen to 'Energetic Disassembly' now!