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 "The technique remains completely at the service of the music."

 "An excellent product to be proud of."

Nox Perpetua's album, The Eternal Existential Triad, showcases impressive technical skill and musical depth, blending gothic, death, and fusion elements. The band’s mastery and production quality stand out, delivering a unique and atmospheric death metal experience. Highlights include complex rhythms, melodic guitar solos, and a symphonic approach uncommon in the genre. The album’s cover art adds an elegant gothic touch. Listen to Nox Perpetua's The Eternal Existential Triad and experience a symphonic death metal journey like no other.

 My dear gentlemen, what a splendid double album!

 "Once And Future King" is an extremely dramatic song characterized by a slow pace and a vocal interpretation so touching it melts the heart.

Gary Hughes' 2003 double album Once And Future King narrates the legendary King Arthur story through powerful melodic rock and progressive elements. The album features impressive vocal performances and rich keyboard-driven arrangements, divided into two contrasting discs. Despite minor flaws like the instrumental track and album artwork, the review praises its epic composition and heartfelt execution. A must-listen for fans of AOR and hard rock concept albums. Listen to Gary Hughes' Once And Future King and dive into an epic rock journey inspired by King Arthur's legend!

 "Dreams D'Azur represents for me one of the works belonging to this latter category [of fundamental importance in a person's life]."

 "The White Eyed... approaches the concept of melancholic poetry with a delicate acoustic intro and intense contrasting parts."

The review deeply praises Novembre's album Dreams D'Azur as a life-important masterpiece rich in melancholy and emotional complexity. It highlights the band's refined musicianship blending death, doom, progressive, and black metal elements. The reviewer acknowledges the album's profound impact on them personally and appreciates key tracks like "The White Eyed" for their poetic and intense qualities. Despite being personal, the review encourages others to experience and possibly love this album. Listen to Dreams D'Azur and experience this deeply emotional metal masterpiece for yourself!

 Roberto Tiranti is comfortable writing both bass lines and melodies.

 'Lost' features scream vocals and an incredibly fast and violent drum performance unheard of on a group album.

Labyrinth's album '6 Days To Nowhere' marks a strong comeback for the band, blending progressive and power metal with new aggressive elements like growls and blast-beats. Vocalist Roberto Tiranti shines as he takes over bass duties, demonstrating versatility. The album offers standout tracks such as 'Lost' and 'Mother Earth' that showcase dynamic riffs and strong melodies. While not surpassing their classic masterpieces, this album remains a solid release within the Italian metal scene. Discover Labyrinth’s powerful blend of progressive and aggressive metal in 6 Days To Nowhere – listen now and experience their renewed energy!

 This MUSICAL PRODUCT is beautiful, violent, technical, passionate, and dark.

 I feel compelled to recommend listening to this album with your eyes closed, even to those who may have prejudices due to the band’s shamelessly Christian faith.

Antestor's 'The Forsaken' is a standout album in the unblack metal scene, combining technical skill, dark atmospheres, and passionate performances. The presence of notable musicians like Hellhammer and neoclassical guitar work enrich the experience. Despite some minor weaker tracks, the album's blend of speed, melody, and symphonic parts shines throughout. It challenges prejudices around Christian metal to reveal an engaging and powerful musical offering. Dive into Antestor's 'The Forsaken' and experience an intense, finely crafted journey through unblack metal mastery!

 The album moves between symphonic and orchestrated parts, especially in the spoken track named "In Ageless Slumber."

 The forty-one minutes of the album pass by excellently, perfectly balancing melody and violence, class and elegance, and aggression.

The Treasures Arcane by Crown Of Autumn is a standout gothic metal album mixing symphonic black metal elements, dark orchestrations, and intense performances. The album balances melody and aggression, featuring memorable instrumental tracks and powerful vocals. This 1995 release is a cult classic in the Italian metal scene and deserves rediscovery for its artistic value. Explore The Treasures Arcane and experience a forgotten gothic metal gem with powerful symphonic elements today!

 Quintessence represents a sort of return to more intense and aggressive sounds, with a greater use of scream.

 The album cannot be recommended to everyone... but for fans who loved the pre-'Death Cult Armageddon' Dimmu Borgir and those who enjoy music influenced by different styles.

Borknagar’s album Quintessence showcases a bold return to aggressive and intense black metal fused with technical sophistication and symphonic elements. The album balances clean vocals and harsh screams, primarily by Ics Vortex, delivering both elegance and ferocity. Highlights like 'Genesis Torn' and 'Colossus' demonstrate this dynamic range. Recommended for fans of complex, evolving metal who appreciate melodic and fierce compositions. Discover Borknagar's Quintessence for a masterful mix of symphonic black metal and technical prowess. Listen now to experience its unique intensity!

 'Angels Cry' is all this—a masterpiece destined to change music forever.

 Andre Matos delivers one of the most beautiful and crystalline voices that heavy metal has ever known.

Angra's 1993 album 'Angels Cry' is hailed as a masterpiece in the metal genre. Featuring exquisite technical and melodic musicianship, the band combines progressive and power metal elements with standout vocals from Andre Matos. Tracks like 'Carry On,' 'Time,' and the cover of 'Wuthering Heights' showcase the band’s versatility and emotional depth. The production quality perfectly complements the complex compositions, cementing the album's legendary status. Dive into Angra's 'Angels Cry' and experience one of metal's finest masterpieces today!

 What this album ultimately leaves you with is a deep sense of personal fulfillment, a feeling that very few artists today are capable of giving you.

 If erring is human, then Shadow Gallery are not, absolutely.

Shadow Gallery's Carved In Stone is praised as a progressive metal masterpiece with strong classical and Maiden-inspired elements. The review highlights standout tracks like Cliffhanger, Crystalline Dream, and the 29-minute Ghostship suite, emphasizing exceptional musicianship and emotional depth. The album is characterized by rich orchestration, powerful vocals, and intricate arrangements that set it apart in the genre. It receives a perfect 5-star rating and high praise for its artistic fulfillment. Listen to Shadow Gallery’s Carved In Stone and experience a progressive metal journey like no other!

 Once again relies on speed power sounds with a gothic aftertaste, where the beautiful sung dialogue stands out between the beauty... and the beast.

 The album closes presenting the virtues and flaws of one of the world’s most important and famous power/melodic metal bands.

Nightwish's debut album Angels Fall First blends power metal with gothic elements, showcasing Tarja Turunen's captivating mezzo-soprano voice. Despite evident inexperience and some technical flaws, the album delivers memorable tracks like "Beauty Of The Beast" and the epic "Lappi (Lapland)." Production quality and certain songs reveal weaknesses, but overall this early work remains an important milestone for the band. It highlights both their potential and the raw energy of young musicians starting their journey. Dive into Nightwish's powerful debut and experience the roots of symphonic metal mastery now!