TheSilentMan

 Talking about black metal is really limiting for this album which certainly has those typical black atmospheres, but is full of contaminations from other genres.

 The band's performance is masterful, and the technical skills are, I would dare to say, enviable by many other groups in the scene.

Borknagar's Empiricism transcends traditional black metal with its fusion of genres and masterful performances. Featuring Vintersorg and Tyr, the album delivers evocative and exhilarating music. It stands out as one of the best recent releases alongside acts like Vintersorg himself, appealing to fans who appreciate technical skill and atmospheric depth. Explore Borknagar's Empiricism and experience a unique fusion of black metal and power metal mastery today!

 This is undeniably an album that is musically supreme, even though I can understand that taste-wise it might be more or less appealing.

 You better run and grab [Cynic's] only existing CD (Focus) to understand what it means to know how to write and play a certain type of music (Fusion).

Aghora's self-titled album showcases exceptional musicianship rooted in fusion, brought forward by former Cynic members Sean Reinert and Sean Malone. The album is praised for its supreme musical quality and is highly recommended for musicians and fans of technically skilled metal. While taste may vary, the review urges listeners to experience it firsthand. Listen to Aghora's debut for a fusion metal masterpiece featuring legendary musicians!

 This album continues the journey begun with The Perfect Element Part 1, but enriches it with some truly exceptional instrumental parts, loaded with that nostalgic energy.

 Extraordinary as usual is the vocal performance of the talented Daniel Gildenlow and remarkable also is the performance of the group in general.

Remedy Lane by Pain Of Salvation is praised as a strong progressive album, continuing the musical journey from The Perfect Element Part 1. The review highlights outstanding instrumental sections and Daniel Gildenlöw's vocal performance. The album’s sound is described as intimate yet powerful, though the bass is somewhat subdued. It is highly recommended for fans and lovers of emotional, quality progressive music. Listen to Remedy Lane and experience Pain Of Salvation's progressive brilliance firsthand!

 Fates Warning has never been a band for listeners who want simple things, and in this album... there are still subtleties to grasp from the first to the last second.

 Ray Alder has left the higher territories to enrich the vocal lines described with pathos.

Disconnected by Fates Warning is a thoughtfully modern progressive metal album exploring deep philosophical themes with technical proficiency. The album highlights Ray Alder's enriched vocal approach and benefits from excellent recording quality. Contributions from Joey Vera and Kevin Moore add depth and texture, making it a compelling listen for fans of the genre. Dive into Fates Warning's Disconnected—experience a modern prog metal journey rich in emotion and skill.

 An album well recorded with some tracks of notable aggressiveness and others with catchy choruses you can’t get out of your head.

 Perhaps due to the group’s limited experience, it lacks originality.

Damageplan's debut album 'New Found Power' showcases the talents of former Pantera members with heavy yet melodic metal tracks. Notable guest appearances by Zakk Wylde and Corey Taylor add flair, but the album struggles with originality. While some aggressive and catchy songs stand out, the overall experience feels familiar rather than innovative. Listen to Damageplan’s 'New Found Power' and explore the metal roots of Pantera’s legendary members!

 Daniel Gildenlow proves to be the helmsman of this ship of modern pirates capable of overwhelming with dark and, at times, aggressive pieces and enchanting with dreamlike melodies.

 The management of the choirs, recreated almost better than on the album, is perfect and from an instrumental point of view, there is not a single flaw.

This review praises Pain of Salvation’s 12:5 acoustic live album as an excellent introduction for new listeners and a must-buy for longtime fans. Daniel Gildenlow expertly leads the band through dark, dreamlike, and emotionally charged songs. The instrumental execution and choir harmonies are flawless, enhancing the live experience beyond the original albums. Listen to Pain of Salvation’s 12:5 acoustic live album and experience their impeccable artistry today!

 A masterpiece of an album...

 The musicians are all technically impeccable starting with the dark 'jester' Warrel Dane, whose 'theatrical' singing style is the hallmark of Nevermore...

This review praises Nevermore's album Dead Heart In A Dead World as a metal masterpiece. It highlights the band's impeccable technical skills and Warrel Dane's unique theatrical vocals. The reviewer considers it the best American metal album and a must-have for metal fans. Dive into Nevermore’s Dead Heart In A Dead World and experience a metal masterpiece today!

 Heartwork is the masterpiece of the quartet that has marked pages in the history of metal.

 An album that you cannot dislike if you are lovers of death metal not necessarily played exclusively at impractical tempos and with only meaningless screams.

Heartwork by Carcass is considered a legendary death metal album, combining aggression with dark melodic craftsmanship. Guitarists Steer and Amott create intricate melodies while Jeff Walker delivers standout vocals. This album stands out as a masterpiece influential to many modern metal bands. Listen to Carcass' Heartwork and experience the death metal masterpiece that shaped the genre.

 The musicians' exhibitionism has become something abstract on the album; in fact, Petrucci's solos are indeed very fast but lack pathos.

 Despite the usual mammoth durations typical of DT, the songs are the right length and contain some well-structured moments, but the ideas are now exhausted.

The review of Dream Theater's Train of Thought praises the band's improved musicianship and production quality while criticizing the album's lack of originality and overemphasis on fast solos. Vocal performance by LaBrie is noted as improved. Some passages borrow heavily from other bands, leading to a sense of creative exhaustion. Discover the highs and lows of Dream Theater's Train of Thought—listen now to decide if their progressive metal still captivates you!

 Dragonlord was born as a project by Eric Peterson for his passion for symphonic black metal.

 For a debut album, it is still a success for this group of all-stars.

Dragonlord’s debut album Rapture showcases Eric Peterson's passion for symphonic black metal. With clear influences from Cradle of Filth and Dimmu Borgir, the album blends thrash and death elements. The lineup features strong musicians like Steve DiGiorgio and Jon Allen, delivering solid performances. Though the recording could better balance the bass and keyboards, the album stands as a successful start for this project. Discover Dragonlord’s Rapture for a powerful blend of symphonic black metal and thrash—listen now and explore the metal fusion!