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THE REVIEW
The group of guys known by names such as Mikael Akerfeldt (guitar and vocals), Peter Lindgren (guitar), Martin Lopez (drums), and Martin Mendez (bass) make up Opeth.
From its inception, the band has been dedicated to a black metal that does not conform to the typical standards of the scene, and from here emerges their black metal which I would call “melancholic.”
Infused with clean vocals and moments bordering on jazz, Opeth’s style has now become a trademark for the band, which with the album Blackwater Park, in my opinion, delivers the best chapter of its discography.
Assisted by that genius Steven Wilson (Porcupine Tree) in terms of production, Opeth crafts an almost perfect album that takes us to this dark park seemingly populated by elusive, melancholic presences, yet also filled with anger and pain.
This is what the words written and sung by Mikael seem to say, accompanied by his friends who weave dark melodies and create sulfurous atmospheres as if only a few weak rays of light could penetrate a forest to bring a bit of tranquility to a place tormented by pain and suffering.
Highly recommended for those who love a “progressive” genre of music that is very well played and loaded with emotions as well as technicalities and showmanship.
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Opeth's Blackwater Park is highlighted as a pinnacle of melancholic black metal blended with progressive elements and clean vocals. With Steven Wilson's expert production, the album crafts a dark, emotional atmosphere filled with technical brilliance. The review highly recommends the album for fans of progressive music full of emotion and musicianship.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
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By wwwhatemoornet
It is useless to deny the beauty of some acoustic guitar arrangements or the splendid clean vocals of Akerfeldt.
For two years I’ve been trying to figure out if this CD is a masterpiece or a simple copy, and I still haven’t succeeded.
By OzzyRotten
"'Blackwater Park' as a title magnificently captures the entire atmosphere that permeates the album."
"A brutal and murderous yet pleasant disease; a sweet torture that requires the necessary attitude and growing passion for things wrapped in the fog of memories and disillusionments."
By Hellring
Mikael Åkerfeldt’s voice effortlessly shifts from soft tones to terrifying growls without losing credibility.
Blackwater Park is an album full of surprises, which does not disappoint the expectations of those who demand quality music.
