Macbeth

Italian gothic-metal band from Milan. Reviews note leader/drummer Fabrizio as the remaining original member, later line-ups featuring male vocalist Andreas and female vocalist Morena. Known for theatrical keyboards, gothic atmospheres and male/female vocal interplay.

Early releases were on Dragonheart Records (1998 debut). Reviews compare Macbeth sonically to Theatre of Tragedy, Lacuna Coil and Evanescence and note a shift toward more direct, catchy songwriting on later releases.

Four DeBaser reviews show Macbeth as an Italian gothic-metal band praised for evocative keyboards, guitars and melodies but often hampered by production issues and problematic female vocals. Early works (Romantic Tragedy's Crescendo, Vanitas) are viewed more favourably for atmosphere; Malae Artes divides opinion due to stylistic shifts and a criticized female singer. Andreas (male vocalist) and leader/drummer Fabrizio are noted positively; Morena (female vocalist) is a frequent target of criticism.

For:Fans of gothic metal, listeners of Lacuna Coil/Theatre of Tragedy, and readers interested in Italian metal reviews.