Opeth

[Cain]

Dark Suns = Most similar band to Opeth in terms of genre I've ever heard. Every should check them out if they can be found.

Really? Sounds interesting. Links, or yousendit mp3s available?

[Grey Incision]

"Bleak" is my favorite all-around, with "The Moor" probably at a tie. "Blackwater Park" best for the heaviest. "Benighted" for best acoustic guitar. "Black Rose Immortal," "Windowpane," and "A Fair Judgement" for the most complex, cool melodies and harmonic content.

i agree except with your decisions on the most complex song, you have heard benighted, so i would assume you've jeard Still life. If so, you should hopefully know that songs like Moonlapse Vertigo and Godhead's lament own for complexity, and serenity painted death AND white cluster, the whole album is by far their most complaex

[ArcLite]

I agree with most stated as well, but I really don't consider BWP the heaviest. Just to name one I'd say Demon of the Fall is heavier than BWP.

[opeth_oasis]

yes demon is heavier, i'd say that leper affinity is a pretty complex song, but thats only coz i luv it so much

[whatduffhuck7]

i love how there songs are long. i hate when theres a song that you love but its like 1:30 theres a soulfly song like that. i love it so much but its so short. not with opeth. i love it

[Deth]

Seems a US tour is definite for this summer. Makes for a very happy me :) .

[Quebec]

Hey guys, I just got into Opeth with the following songs:

Bleak
The leper affinity
Blackwater Park
The moor
Weakness
Wreath
In the mist she was standing


What's next?

[Deth]

in my n00b opinion:

The Drapery Falls
The Funeral Portrait
The Apostle in Triumph
Forest of October

Those are the ones from the two albums I have, the others will help more.

[the2stranger]

Hey guys, I just got into Opeth with the following songs:

Bleak
The leper affinity
Blackwater Park
The moor
Weakness
Wreath
In the mist she was standing


What's next?


it doesn't really matter

download any song, buy any album by Opeth, all are great.
this is no joke, Opeth has never released anything that didn't live up to their standards.

but anyways a few of my faves:

to bid you farewell
in my time of need
black rose immortal
dirge for november
blackwater park (both song and album :p)
demon of the fall
deliverance
the drapery falls
master's apprentices
Godhead's lament

man, Opeth has too many good songs :p

oh, and if you have the money check out the Lamentations dvd, it's awesome

enjoy ;)

[Deth]

told you they would do a better job than I would.

[Deth]

hey 2stranger, what do you think about orchid? I noticed you didn't list any songs from it.

[evil ernie]

Hey guys, I just got into Opeth with the following songs:

Bleak
The leper affinity
Blackwater Park
The moor
Weakness
Wreath
In the mist she was standing


What's next?

You started with some very good songs. I recommand :

The Drappery Falls
Demon of the Fall
Serenity Painted Death
Master's Apprentice
Harvest
Windowpane
Deliverance
April Ethereal

Or you could just listen to random songs, they are all great.

[opeth_oasis]

i hope they tour with tool sometime, but i dont think its likely to happen

[Darkness]

I read that they want to..that'd be amazing..I hope they come to Canada!

[opeth_oasis]

as long as they come to aussie i dont mind

[evil ernie]

I read that they want to..that'd be amazing..I hope they come to Canada!

I guess they will. They came here 3 times in about 2 years.

[Darkness]

But I wasn't aware of their awesomeness then..so they have to come again :)

[BradyEB]

as long as they come to aussie i dont mind
Next time they go to Oz they should also go to NZ this time. :upset:

[Captain Pugwash]

^^^
word

[Grey Incision]

as long as they come to aussie i dont mind

:chug: definatly, if that happens, i think we have enough aussies here at MX to have a little gathering at one of their concerts. what do you all say? (aussies that is:P)

[opeth_oasis]

yeah man, i just bought an opeth shirt, ill wear it

[the2stranger]

hey 2stranger, what do you think about orchid? I noticed you didn't list any songs from it.


I think Orchid is a great album, even though I dislike his vocals, compared to now.

but I really love the album
favorites form Orchid:

in the mist she was standing ( but he already named it)
silhouhette
forest of october
the apostle in triumph.

I like Mikeal's demonic like vocals more.
but the guitar playing ( the twin guitars were awesome on orchid, and especialy Morninng rise)

[Grey Incision]

http://www.geocities.com/mjareviews/opeth.html

that person has a lot of balls to insult The lyrical content of Opeth and to knock the sound from the Orchids album.

Just my opinion people, it's just mind boggling how Opeth's lyrics can appear stupid.

[opeth_oasis]

*loads gun*, that guys gonna get a piece of my mind

[Grey Incision]

ahahaha, well, listening to Ayreon has me in a no violent mood, Marcela Bovio's voice is amazing

[opeth_oasis]

haha yeah im in a violent mood, i just listened to every RATM album

[opeth_oasis]

anyone heard Sorskogen- Mordet I Grotten?? Im in love witht hat song

[Det_Nosnip]

ahahaha, well, listening to Ayreon has me in a no violent mood, Marcela Bovio's voice is amazing.
**** yeah. Have you checked our her band, "Elfonia"? They're decent...kinda trippy prog rock. Also, she plays the violin, which is only a plus. ;)

[Grey Incision]

nah, haven't, Australia is extremely poor for artistic music such as Opeth, Ayreon etc. I really want to check out Mostly Autumn as well, Heather findlay has an awesome voice too. This Ayreon album is opening new doors for me.

[lost_profits]

Next time they go to Oz they should also go to NZ this time. :upset:

Brady EB: Are you from N.Z as well?
I've already stated I'd love to see Opeth cross the ditch to play at least one show in New Zealand. If it was in Auckland, hell if it was in Timaru I'd be there.

[Det_Nosnip]

Yeah, that's exactly what Ayreon is about for me. I actually e-mailed Arjen a few months ago thanking him for not only giving us one of the finest albums of last year, but also opening the doors to a whole variety of different bands. Coincidentally, it was actually the Ayreon album that really got me into Opeth, because hearing Mikael on there made me take a second look at them (I was at that "oooooh...death metal scary!!!" phase then)*cowers*. *puts on Godhead's Lament* BWaaaaaa!!!!

btw you can hear samples of Elfonia's music from their official page (I think it's just http://www.elfonia.com/ ). "Aura" is the group's single, and it's good, but I prefer the other song, "Nuestra descanso."

[lost_profits]

Unless your from Australia :rolleyes:

Or unless your from New Zealand.

We pay up to $50 here for an Opeth c.d
The most expensive being the new sculptured tin cases. An average c.d would be $35-40

[Grey Incision]

Yeah, that's exactly what Ayreon is about for me. I actually e-mailed Arjen a few months ago thanking him for not only giving us one of the finest albums of last year, but also opening the doors to a whole variety of different bands. Coincidentally, it was actually the Ayreon album that really got me into Opeth, because hearing Mikael on there made me take a second look at them (I was at that "oooooh...death metal scary!!!" phase then)*cowers*. *puts on Godhead's Lament* BWaaaaaa!!!!

btw you can hear samples of Elfonia's music from their official page (I think it's just http://www.elfonia.com/ ). "Aura" is the group's single, and it's good, but I prefer the other song, "Nuestra descanso."

Hmm, i think i might be sending an email Arjen's way too. Although i have no idea what his thing is.

[willis2441]

quick noob question,is this the band fronted by a woman?(not tryin to discriminate)because if it is,she is a bad@ss singer.

[willis2441]

quick noob question,is this the band fronted by a woman?(not tryin to discriminate)because if it is,she is a bad@ss singer.

[willis2441]

srry 4 the double post,my comp froze up

[ROH]

No, you are probably thinking of Otep.

As for Opeth, yeah, they kick major ***. I have all their albums, and they are all fantastic. My favs are Still Life and Blackwater Park.

[willis2441]

No, you are probably thinking of Otep.

As for Opeth, yeah, they kick major ***. I have all their albums, and they are all fantastic. My favs are Still Life and Blackwater Park.
oh yeah, nevermind,but thanks anyway

[opeth_oasis]

quick noob question,is this the band fronted by a woman?(not tryin to discriminate)because if it is,she is a bad@ss singer.

:lol:

[Grey Incision]

you are right to laugh, tis foolishness, that growl could not come from a woman, not even the arch enemy chick

[Darkness]

I don't think he listened to Opeth, I think he just got the names mixed up.

[Det_Nosnip]

Hmm, i think i might be sending an email Arjen's way too. Although i have no idea what his thing is.

There's a "contact" page on his website, just look around a bit and there's an "e-mail Arjen" option. He even responded promptly to my message in detail, I was pleasantly surprised.

[whatduffhuck7]

the otep girl is pretty bad *** though, pretty hot too

[opeth_oasis]

what bands would you guess people like if they liked opeth? There seems to be alot of Tool and Ayreon fans here............

[sj_2150]

I have alot of trouble finding good music these days, alot of trouble. I recently bought Blackwater Park after a friend told me that Opeth were good and i was not disapointed. Bleak is my favourite track and Dirge for November. Im now a fan and i want to buy Orchid. However i heard something about them getting a major record deal. this could mean good or bad news. Record companies manipulate bands to make them more accessible to more people. this could mean changing their music. Whats your opinion

[BradyEB]

Brady EB: Are you from N.Z as well?
I've already stated I'd love to see Opeth cross the ditch to play at least one show in New Zealand. If it was in Auckland, hell if it was in Timaru I'd be there.

I'ld have to think about that Timaru gig. :lol: But I still dream they will come.

[3rdplanet]

what bands would you guess people like if they liked opeth? There seems to be alot of Tool and Ayreon fans here............

A lot of Dream Theater fans like Opeth, but not many Opeth fans like Dream Theater...if you follow...

[Grey Incision]

hmm, i'm both ways, i like dream theater and Opeth..................and Tool:), and Ayreon :).....................and i quite like Pantera, but that could just be a personal taste

[Det_Nosnip]

I have alot of trouble finding good music these days, alot of trouble. I recently bought Blackwater Park after a friend told me that Opeth were good and i was not disapointed. Bleak is my favourite track and Dirge for November. Im now a fan and i want to buy Orchid. However i heard something about them getting a major record deal. this could mean good or bad news. Record companies manipulate bands to make them more accessible to more people. this could mean changing their music. Whats your opinion

For a new band, yes. However, I think it's pretty clear that Opeth is shopping around for music labels - they won't settle for one that tries to administer any kind of creative control. Because they already have a well established fanbase, promotions, name recognition, etc, they pretty much get the freedom to do whatever it is that they want. I'm sure they'd drop any company that even so much as "hinted" as to what their music should sound like. :)

[RideTheSpiral]

I used to love Opeth but now I rarely listen to them.


Still Life is by far their best album in my opinion.


White Cluster. Woo!

[the2stranger]

For a new band, yes. However, I think it's pretty clear that Opeth is shopping around for music labels - they won't settle for one that tries to administer any kind of creative control. Because they already have a well established fanbase, promotions, name recognition, etc, they pretty much get the freedom to do whatever it is that they want. I'm sure they'd drop any company that even so much as "hinted" as to what their music should sound like. :)


I agree with you.

Opeth just wouldn't be Opeth anymore, if they made geeky 3 minute songs.

Mikeal would never do something like that to his band, for which he has worked so hard.

Mikeal hasn't given 15 years of effort to let his sound be changed by some stupid commercial Label

[Griffin_Page]

I agree with you.

Opeth just wouldn't be Opeth anymore, if they made geeky 3 minute songs.

Mikeal would never do something like that to his band, for which he has worked so hard.

Mikeal hasn't given 15 years of effort to let his sound be changed by some stupid commercial Label

Exactly.

I think that all these concerts ive been playing with our jazz band has got me back into Opeth, considering they go a bit farther than most metal bands do. Black Rose Immortal!

P.S. April Ethereal is the heaviest song ever.

[Deth]

On the question of other bands that Opeth fans like, I'm hoping Rush. Because, you know, they rule and all.

[evil ernie]

I don't like Rush.

P.S. Blackwater Park is the most evil song ever.

[Deth]

NO RUSH!!! Oh well.

On another note, I got Lamentions over the weekend and it is awesome. I'm halfway through the documentary now.

[JeBuZ]

OMFG! Opeth are the best band ever!
They are impossible to get sick of, I have all the CD's and can't wait for another one to come out.

P.S This is a pointless post I know. But OMFG Opeth!

[Cardboard Headgear]

NO RUSH!!! Oh well.

On another note, I got Lamentions over the weekend and it is awesome. I'm halfway through the documentary now.
I can't find my Lamentations, I think it was in my car when it got stolen. :upset:

[lost_profits]

A lot of Dream Theater fans like Opeth, but not many Opeth fans like Dream Theater...if you follow...


Correct.

[Det_Nosnip]

On the question of other bands that Opeth fans like, I'm hoping Rush. Because, you know, they rule and all.

NO RUSH!!! Oh well.

I like Rush. :)

[Mr. Ron]

If you had to have an Opeth song played at you're funeral, what would it be? I asked myself this question and came up with too many songs I would want. :p

[the2stranger]

If you had to have an Opeth song played at you're funeral, what would it be? I asked myself this question and came up with too many songs I would want. :p


haha, how nice of you to ask.

I have this all worked out:

2 songs are by Opeth:

in my time of need

and as grande finale:
to bid you farewell

but siince you must always submitt 3 songs, I have to think of one, before I die.

but those two are songs that will be played at my funferal for certain

[Det_Nosnip]

Dirge for November? Dirges are somewhat appropriate for funerals, being that they're...designed to lament the dead.

[Cain]

On the question of other bands that Opeth fans like, I'm hoping Rush. Because, you know, they rule and all.

I like Rush. They are one of my favorite bands.

Opeth song at funeral: Benighted.

[BradyEB]

Spot on with In My Time Of Need. Thats what ild have.

[Grey Incision]

demon of he fall, if they could hear the lyrics, then they'd better watch out :evil:

[opeth_oasis]

If you had to have an Opeth song played at you're funeral, what would it be? I asked myself this question and came up with too many songs I would want. :p

i'd say either to bid you farewell or weakness. Weakness just has that depressing feeling to it.

[ArcLite]

Windowpane or BWP for me.

[theEndisNear]

To bid you farewell for sure

[Magicaltroll]

I jsut heard Eternal Soul Torture for the first time, and its an awesome song. I've heard that hes used some parts from the older songs to add to the "newer ones". and if thats so, are there any parts in that song that showed up in any "newer" songs? because i havent really heard anything like that song, but i really like it.

[opeth_oasis]

I jsut heard Eternal Soul Torture for the first time, and its an awesome song. I've heard that hes used some parts from the older songs to add to the "newer ones". and if thats so, are there any parts in that song that showed up in any "newer" songs? because i havent really heard anything like that song, but i really like it.

im pretty sure thats there are no parts that turn up in newer songs, but i havent listened to the song for a while. If you like that you'll probs like Into The Frost Of Winter (Orchid bonus track)

[Grey Incision]

into the frost of winter is the only opeth track i have not heard:(

[Deth]

into the frost of winter is the only opeth track i have not heard:(

It's not that great. Plus, the production sucks.

[Grey Incision]

i still wanna hear what it sounds like

[Det_Nosnip]

:lol: Yeah, it's pretty....ah..."raw."

[Deth]

if by raw you mean "crap" I agree. Not that the song is bad...it just sounds bad.

[the2stranger]

I jsut heard Eternal Soul Torture for the first time, and its an awesome song. I've heard that hes used some parts from the older songs to add to the "newer ones". and if thats so, are there any parts in that song that showed up in any "newer" songs? because i havent really heard anything like that song, but i really like it.


eternal soul torture was a demo recorded during the Orchid sessions, but was never put on the record.
then on Morningrise, Mikeal took the song apart, and used some riffs and parts for a few songs on Morningrise.

and In the frost of winter is bad production wise, but I do like the song for the rest.

they should do a re-recording of that song, and release it on their next album or so.
I do like the song

[bahamut_0]

Hmmm what song to have played at my funeral........now that is a tough one.

The Night and the Silent Water. It's one of my favourites, the first song I really fell in love with.

[Grey Incision]

any word on the new record?

[ArcLite]

Haven't heard anything myself, but I assure you I'm eagerly awaiting.

[BradyEB]

I'm buzzing to hear it along with DT's new album!

[Grey Incision]

DT can't bring anything new out that will impress me i don't think, that stream of consciousness solo just blew me away completely, and they've already experimented with a lot of different sounds, so yeah, but ay, i'll still get it:)

Opeth's album first though

[Det_Nosnip]

Hey, don't forget about Tool...if they ever release the ****ing thing. And hasn't Symphony X been working on a new album for a while now?

[Grey Incision]

That's true, i'll eagerly be awaiting those, also, the new strapping young lad album, i enjoy their stuff too. This shall be a good year for music, Mars volta have kicked it off, and i think opeth will end it:)

[ArcLite]

Hey, don't forget about Tool...if they ever release the ****ing thing. And hasn't Symphony X been working on a new album for a while now?

Yes, the X is currently over half way done writing. They're taking they're time but say it's going to be their best yet. I can't wait for it.

[opeth_oasis]

Hey, don't forget about Tool...if they ever release the ****ing thing. And hasn't Symphony X been working on a new album for a while now?

**** oath man, i'll be getting that tool album, dont keep me waiting maynard! Im also investing in the new NIN album

[LeperAffinity]

into the frost of winter is the only opeth track i have not heard:(
That's personally my favorite song on Orchid and I'd love to see it rerecorded, even though the riffs have already been used in other songs.

Other news, not sure if it's been posted here, but the rumors swirling are that Opeth has signed with Century Media.

[the2stranger]

That's personally my favorite song on Orchid and I'd love to see it rerecorded, even though the riffs have already been used in other songs.

Other news, not sure if it's been posted here, but the rumors swirling are that Opeth has signed with Century Media.

cool have they signed, than they can release their album very soon :D

this is a good year, new Opeth
DT
Tool
Meshuggah
Porcupine Tree
NIN

a good year it is :cool:

[Deth]

and priest, if you're into that.

[Magicaltroll]

im pretty sure thats there are no parts that turn up in newer songs, but i havent listened to the song for a while. If you like that you'll probs like Into The Frost Of Winter (Orchid bonus track)
I was jsut listening to "In The Mist She Was Standin", and it has some of the same parts as "Eternal Soul Torture".
I just thought I would point that out :D

[Magicaltroll]

eternal soul torture was a demo recorded during the Orchid sessions, but was never put on the record.
then on Morningrise, Mikeal took the song apart, and used some riffs and parts for a few songs on Morningrise.

and In the frost of winter is bad production wise, but I do like the song for the rest.

they should do a re-recording of that song, and release it on their next album or so.
I do like the song
I actually like these songs just as much as i like the other Opeth songs. For some reason i like the "production" on the bonus songs, theres jsut something i like about really raw production.
I wouldn like that "production" on EVERY opeth song though :thumb:
It's just very fitting to me.

[Grey Incision]

cool have they signed, than they can release their album very soon :D

this is a good year, new Opeth
DT
Tool
Meshuggah
Porcupine Tree
NIN

a good year it is :cool:

don't forget, strapping young lad, mars volta (already released) and the damageplan album which was 99% complete or something.

indeed a good year :chug:

[bball_1523]

you guys hear about some summer festival that Opeth is planning to do? It's called sounds from the underground, or something along those words. It's supposed to go against Ozzfest, but the bands on the bill are mostly metalcore.

[opeth_oasis]

I was jsut listening to "In The Mist She Was Standin", and it has some of the same parts as "Eternal Soul Torture".
I just thought I would point that out :D

really? What parts? I think there may be elements of Forest Of October in the song too

[the2stranger]

don't forget, strapping young lad, mars volta (already released) and the damageplan album which was 99% complete or something.

indeed a good year :chug:


I already have the new Mars Volta album, it officialy released now isn't it?
sounds good, but I need to give it some more listening so that I can appreciate it to the fullest :thumb:

[Deth]

you guys hear about some summer festival that Opeth is planning to do? It's called sounds from the underground, or something along those words. It's supposed to go against Ozzfest, but the bands on the bill are mostly metalcore.

Yeah, but except Lamb of God and Maybe Unearth, I hate everyone else. But I'll go if they come near me.

I wonder how many people will go for Opeth?

[IvortheEngineDriver]

Anyone know if PT is going to tour with Opeth again like in 2002? Hopefully...god, I want to see both bands. If I can see PT, DT, Tool and Opeth...I could die happy.

[Det_Nosnip]

Where ya been, Ivor? Haven't seen you around here in forever!

[Magicaltroll]

really? What parts? I think there may be elements of Forest Of October in the song too
In The Mist She Was Standing=about 3:50, the softer part.
Eternal Soul Torture= about 1:00, the softer part.
I haven't noticed any other ones, but if I do I'll post them if yuor interested.
I just love that part thoguh (the similiar parts). It's creepy and awesome.

[IvortheEngineDriver]

Where ya been, Ivor? Haven't seen you around here in forever!
Been working and my band's been doing real well. Playin' a lot, just cut a demo...I took a semester off of school though, BIG BIG mistake. But anyway, what up with you?

Opeth rocks! :)

[G_Mac07]

Upadate on my Opeth collection. Since moving I have picked up Deliverence, Still Life and Morningrise. I'm thinking about getting some special edition MAYH cd as well, as it was in stock at JB Hi-Fi, I guess I'll see how the funds are going.

[Det_Nosnip]

Been working and my band's been doing real well. Playin' a lot, just cut a demo...I took a semester off of school though, BIG BIG mistake. But anyway, what up with you?

Opeth rocks! :)

Ah, congratulations! And, yeah...ugh that's no good about the school part. I'm actually about 2 1/2 months away from my Bachelor's, should be nice. :) And, as evidenced by my profile picture and user title, I've become obsessed with Irish folk music & the Bodhran. :lol:

And, yes, Opeth does indeed rock. New album, US tour...wooo!

[the2stranger]

Anyone know if PT is going to tour with Opeth again like in 2002? Hopefully...god, I want to see both bands. If I can see PT, DT, Tool and Opeth...I could die happy.


that would be so awesome, but chances it wil ever happen again are tiny.

I'm going to see PT on 2th of April, but I stil have nu clue, who's supporting them :confused:

anyone knows?

I think the chance of a Tool + Opeth gig in the autumn or winter would be quite big.
it would be a dream gig.

[bassist-bmxer]

I think the chance of a Tool + Opeth gig in the autumn or winter would be quite big.
it would be a dream gig.
I would do anything to see that!

I havent heard much Opeth, but the song 'to bid you farewell' is just beautiful.

[the2stranger]

^^

check out the blackwater park album for startes, you won't be sisappointed, I assure you

Opeth is a great band, and Mikeal (vocalist+leadguitar for Opeth) respects Tool very much.

and me; I respect both very much :)

[Deth]

Nice new avatar stranger. It's...different.

[the2stranger]

^^

haha, thanks, I know.
I thought, lets change the thing, I don't know why I choosse a carrot tho.
but it looks happy and colourfull, unlike the weather at the moment

wow, that was off topic :p

to give this some meaning.
I love Opeth

[Deth]

Me too.

Another thing, I heard Demon of the Fall for the first time today. Awesome. So good it hurts.

[Txus]

opeth = 4 gods!!!!!

[Deth]

soon to be 5 if the keyboardist stays.

[Grey Incision]

hmm, maybe we should make an online petition for a tool/opeth gig, send it to different Tool and Opeth related forums, get many signatures, and send it to the bands, increase the chance of it:)

[Deth]

If you have the time, why not?

[IvortheEngineDriver]

^^

check out the blackwater park album for startes, you won't be sisappointed, I assure you

Opeth is a great band, and Mikeal (vocalist+leadguitar for Opeth) respects Tool very much.

and me; I respect both very much :)
I know the guys in the band loved Lateralus, but I would love to hear some of Mike's influences. Because of Opeth, I got into Porcupine Tree and Anekdoten (both were on the band's playlist)

Although no one has really heard of Anekdoten, I think they are a great prog band, Gravity is one of my favorite albums (download The War is Over, its a beautiful song). I know Mike loves them...love for the Swedish Prog! ;)

[Quebec]

Hey guys, Do you know if there are any Opeth song which have a radio edit version? I'm asking this cause I think I heard one of their song on the radio. Here are song lyrics from this song: (clean guitar) Please remedy my confusion And thrust me back to the day The silence of your seclusion Brings night into all you say Then, (distorted guitar) Pull me down again And guide me into pain

Thanx!

[Mr. Ron]

Hey guys, Do you know if there are any Opeth song which have a radio edit version? I'm asking this cause I think I heard one of their song on the radio. Here are song lyrics from this song: (clean guitar) Please remedy my confusion And thrust me back to the day The silence of your seclusion Brings night into all you say Then, (distorted guitar) Pull me down again And guide me into pain

Thanx!

You heard "the drapery falls" off of Blackwater Park.

[LeperAffinity]

Hey guys, Do you know if there are any Opeth song which have a radio edit version? I'm asking this cause I think I heard one of their song on the radio. Here are song lyrics from this song: (clean guitar) Please remedy my confusion And thrust me back to the day The silence of your seclusion Brings night into all you say Then, (distorted guitar) Pull me down again And guide me into pain

Thanx!
And yes, there is a radio edit of that song. It's about 6 minutes long(The full song is 10-12) and I heard it on a compilation called "Loud Music for Loud People". That was actualy my first experience with Opeth, and completely sold me on the band.

[opeth_oasis]

the radio edit has no growls ay?

[Deth]

A 6 minute version. That's a crime. 11 minutes or nothing at all.

[Cain]

the radio edit has no growls ay?

Probably not. That would suck a lot.

[IvortheEngineDriver]

Probably not. That would suck a lot.
What's the point? Don't cheapen the song for the radio :upset:

I want them to play Deliverance on the radio...all 13 minutes :)

[the2stranger]

yes. long songs, uncut, no crappy radio edits, just the song in it's purest form.
if the song lasts 12 minutes, they should let it be like that.

the song needs 12 minutes to deliver it's lyrical and musical value to the listener.
radio edits are so wrong, it's like cutting the mona lisa in 2 parts, it would be worthless, but that's just my opinion.

I love long songs
I'm listening to ACOS now, 23 minutes of yummie'ness

[Cain]

What's the point? Don't cheapen the song for the radio :upset:

I want them to play Deliverance on the radio...all 13 minutes :)

I meant it would suck to have no growls....just in case you were confused. :)

[the2stranger]

first tourdate of Opeth is up:

27th may Vienna

not that I'm going, but they are touring at least, hope they come to Holand this summer

[IvortheEngineDriver]

I meant it would suck to have no growls....just in case you were confused. :)
I wasn't...that's what I was talking about

[Deth]

I have a friend who won't listen to any song over 7 minutes. Needless to say he doesn't like Opeth.

[the2stranger]

those people don't know what they're mssing :p

for me a 15 minute song seems to end in 3 minutes, I get so carried away,

[Deth]

All of my favorite songs are over 8 minutes so Opeth fits that bill just fine.

[4130]

first tourdate of Opeth is up:

27th may Vienna

not that I'm going, but they are touring at least, hope they come to Holand this summer

Nice, that means the new album will be out by then. :D

[Prince of Darkness]

I love Opeth and Tool, but I started listening Opeth before Tool and I was hooked, thats all I listened to. Opeth Opeth Opeth. CD's here DVD there, Opeth was my life. Then Tool came along, first with Latelarus then Aenema then Undertow(Working backwards, very Toolish of me:) But this time i still listened to Opeth and Tool. Not just Tool. But this made me shove Opeth aside. and for this, I am really angry, I havn't been listening any Opeth for the last 6months, but I want to, but I just enjoy Tool, Dream Theater and Mars Volta a lot more.

Would still like to see Opeth live.The Tool/Opeth thing would make my life.

[the2stranger]

Nice, that means the new album will be out by then. :D

they're entering the studios in 2 days, on the 15th they will start recording :D:D:D

[Mr. Ron]

they're entering the studios in 2 days, on the 15th they will start recording :D:D:D
Any news on track listings?

[Cain]

I love Opeth and Tool, but I started listening Opeth before Tool and I was hooked, thats all I listened to. Opeth Opeth Opeth. CD's here DVD there, Opeth was my life. Then Tool came along, first with Latelarus then Aenema then Undertow(Working backwards, very Toolish of me:) But this time i still listened to Opeth and Tool. Not just Tool. But this made me shove Opeth aside. and for this, I am really angry, I havn't been listening any Opeth for the last 6months, but I want to, but I just enjoy Tool, Dream Theater and Mars Volta a lot more.

Would still like to see Opeth live.The Tool/Opeth thing would make my life.

Tool toured with Meshuggah, so...maybe...it might depend on whether members of Tool listen to Opeth.

[the2stranger]

Any news on track listings?


no , too bad there isn't.
but I'm sure it's worth the wait, keep a regular eye on theri site to keep informed.

[Dude3]

Opeth already said they would love to tour with Tool. It could happen.

[Mr. Ron]

NEW PORCUPINE TREE ALBUM!!!!

http://www.deadwing.com/

[opeth_oasis]

awesome, it includes mike right?

[crazyjonny]

i just started listening to Opeth.....I had heard them quite a few times but i was always turned off by demonic sounding voices in songs....i guess it was my christian upbrining...lol...anyways I heard demon of the fall and just loved the guitar so i learned the whole thing and since then Ive been wanting to buy cds.....couldnt find any in my crappy city so i went to a buddy that had some on his comp and burned blackwater park .....I love it yup, I will be buying all of there albums for sure....i just wanna know some sweet songs to learn for guitar that arnt demon of the fall or anything from blackwater??? accoustic or heavy

[ArcLite]

In the Mist She Was Standing has some great parts, Windowpane's a good accoustic one, and pretty much any of their songs when it comes down to it.

[crazyjonny]

sweet thanks

yea i noticed all of the songs ive learned so far have stretched my guitar ablilities pretty good for just rhythem ****in neat chords i love it.....and the leper affinity solo is just fun to ripp up

[the2stranger]

benighted
the entire Dámnation album ( mainly accoustic)
when.
to bid you farewell

learn those, good songs, and yeah, get all the albums

get Still Life next

[opeth_oasis]

i just started listening to Opeth.....I had heard them quite a few times but i was always turned off by demonic sounding voices in songs....i guess it was my christian upbrining...lol...anyways I heard demon of the fall and just loved the guitar so i learned the whole thing and since then Ive been wanting to buy cds.....couldnt find any in my crappy city so i went to a buddy that had some on his comp and burned blackwater park .....I love it yup, I will be buying all of there albums for sure....i just wanna know some sweet songs to learn for guitar that arnt demon of the fall or anything from blackwater??? accoustic or heavy

haha man im a christian, though i dont go to church or pray but i love the growls. Learn these songs
Benighted
Credence
Forest Of October
Advent
To Bid You Farewell
Windowpane
Death Whispered A Lullaby
The Moor

[Deth]

I just picked up morningrise yesterday. Black Rose Immortal owns me now. I'm listening to it now :) .

Fun fact: on the side of the CD, they spell morningrise mornigrise. :angry:

[the2stranger]

Fun fact: on the side of the CD, they spell morningrise mornigrise.

they do?
never noticed :confused:
/runs of to take a look at cd

and yes the entire Morningrise cd owns, you, and me, it's just, great :thumb:

[Cain]

Learning the acoustic parts of Opeth songs really helped my fingerpicking skill and tone. I've become really fond of medieval-sounding minor-key fingerpicking as a result.

[the2stranger]

I love the midieval tone, though they haven't really used it since morning rise.
Mikael got tired of it, but they could do one song on the new album, with that tone, that would satisfy me :)

[Deth]

It will be interesting to see whats on the new album, and whether its a new style for Opeth altogether or a mash of all of their old styles.

My moneys on the first by the way.

[FlyingPaul_83]

So are they the kind od death metal band who screams and grunts a lot?

[Deth]

Its a growl, but not all the time. He has AMAZING clean vocals and acoustic sections. Every member is awesome and seeing as we share common musical ground I highly suggest them. Ask the other guys some questions, because this is my last post of the night.

See everyone tomorrow.

[FlyingPaul_83]

Its a growl, but not all the time. He has AMAZING clean vocals and acoustic sections. Every member is awesome and seeing as we share common musical ground I highly suggest them. Ask the other guys some questions, because this is my last post of the night.

See everyone tomorrow.


Later Man

[Magicaltroll]

It will be interesting to see whats on the new album, and whether its a new style for Opeth altogether or a mash of all of their old styles.

My moneys on the first by the way.
Yeah, I finally got the DVD and he said something about how he is getting tired of the style they are doin. So i thinking a whole new Opeth.

[Katana]

Yeah, I finally got the DVD and he said something about how he is getting tired of the style they are doin. So i thinking a whole new Opeth.

When Metallica tried this... :upset:

[IvortheEngineDriver]

Yeah, I finally got the DVD and he said something about how he is getting tired of the style they are doin. So i thinking a whole new Opeth.
I believe he was talking about the styling of Orchid and Morningrise...that's why Still Life on sounds different, I might have to watch the DVD again to double check.

[Mr. Ron]

When Metallica tried this... :upset:
Lets pray to every single ****ing god that doesn't happen.....

[Dude3]

Lets pray to every single ****ing god that doesn't happen.....
I really don't see this happening to Opeth. Then again.....................who knew this would happen to Metallica???

[Bertovo]

Opeth isn't Metallica.

Opeth is ten trillion times better.

[Grey Incision]

If it does happen, i will most likely cry, and lose faith in humanity..................*over exaggerates a little*

but me would definatly be pissed right off if it does happen

[opeth_oasis]

if it happens i will seek need of a phsychiatrist. After the black album metallica has become like an enemy

[opeth_oasis]

opeth starts recording today :D

[ArcLite]

Ahh, so they do...Clutch. I can't wait.

[opeth_oasis]

i hope they just stick to their regular sound, thats wat im looking forward to

[Cardboard Headgear]

No! Something new! Progression!

[XyleM]

Hey Guys,

A while back someone uploaded 'The Moor' to give 'Opeth Newbs' like myself some incite into what sort of thing that they could expect to find when listening to Opeth. My first reaction was to hate the vocals, but I really liked the instrumentals. Now about 1 month later I can't get enough of this singular song! I really need to broaden my music library and that brings me to the point of this post,

Would anybody be able to upload Blackwater Park for me? I plan on purchasing this album but its all the way in the city and I want to be sure that I am going to enjoy it, as money is tight for me at the moment... *mumbles something about car rego and insurance*

But yes an upload of Blackwater Park would be awesome!

EDIT: By the way Opeth Oasis love the user title! Orestes is an awesome song

[Deth]

I may be able to do it tomorrow, but I can't today.

I'll only put a couple of songs up so you can be suprised when you buy the album.

Buy it, it's amazing.

[XyleM]

I may be able to do it tomorrow, but I can't today.

I'll only put a couple of songs up so you can be suprised when you buy the album.

Buy it, it's amazing.

That would be awesome man!

[Mr. Ron]

I really don't see this happening to Opeth. Then again.....................who knew this would happen to Metallica???
Yeah, IMO Metallica was horrible from the beginning.

[Deth]

Their not horrible c'mon. I don't think they're Opeth level but still, they're undeniably awesome.

[Mr. Ron]

Their not horrible c'mon. I don't think they're Opeth level but still, they're undeniably awesome.
I just can't get into them and all of their stuff sounds the same to me.

[Deth]

Well don't call them horrible then.

/listening to Master of Puppets now
/before that lilstened to The Moor

[Mr. Ron]

Well don't call them horrible then.

/listening to Master of Puppets now
/before that lilstened to The Moor
You're right. I shouldn't have called them horrible. I kinda like Battery.

[Fallen Zero]

Is anyone excited about the Opeth summer tour in the US? They are playing with some other bands that I like, but that are very different from Opeth. Lamb Of God, Unearth, Strapping Young Lad, Norma Jean, and many others will be on that tour. Only one tour date has been confirmed, which i think is in denver. Hopefully it comes around my area.

[Cardboard Headgear]

None of this Sounds of the Underground Tour crap has been confirmed you know.

EDIT: Er, I don't even know anymore.

[XyleM]

I found The Drapery Falls... its ****ing awesome!!! I love it!

[relliK]

Opeth is like wine, they only get better with repeated listens.Now, I like them 10 times more than I did in the first few months of listening to them.Blackwater Park is a great introduction IMO.That, or Still Life are the best introductions to the band.

[IvortheEngineDriver]

I found The Drapery Falls... its ****ing awesome!!! I love it!
That's my favorite growl Opeth song...to me, its perfection

[Grey Incision]

Is anyone excited about the Opeth summer tour in the US? They are playing with some other bands that I like, but that are very different from Opeth. Lamb Of God, Unearth, Strapping Young Lad, Norma Jean, and many others will be on that tour. Only one tour date has been confirmed, which i think is in denver. Hopefully it comes around my area.

Strapping with Opeth, that'd be a nice concert. I am a big fan of both, can't wait for both the albums this yr

[opeth_oasis]

Hey Guys,

A while back someone uploaded 'The Moor' to give 'Opeth Newbs' like myself some incite into what sort of thing that they could expect to find when listening to Opeth. My first reaction was to hate the vocals, but I really liked the instrumentals. Now about 1 month later I can't get enough of this singular song! I really need to broaden my music library and that brings me to the point of this post,

Would anybody be able to upload Blackwater Park for me? I plan on purchasing this album but its all the way in the city and I want to be sure that I am going to enjoy it, as money is tight for me at the moment... *mumbles something about car rego and insurance*

But yes an upload of Blackwater Park would be awesome!

EDIT: By the way Opeth Oasis love the user title! Orestes is an awesome song

thanks man i luv that song:thumb:. I may be able to upload a few songs off the album for ya too

[the2stranger]

I found The Drapery Falls... its ****ing awesome!!! I love it!

add me on msn, and I'll send some Opeth your way.
we must spread the word about this wonderfull band :)
yes, and they're already one day busy with recording :D

[XyleM]

I don't really have msn, I can only log on away from home, I'll add you none-the-less but it won't be a solid way of file transfer for me as I log in maybe once a week...

[the2stranger]

g-mail?
I don't have any other instant messaging but we'll see

[XyleM]

Maybe you could just do some opeth recommendations in the forced listening thread ;)

[i am the robots]

g-mail?
I don't have any other instant messaging but we'll see

gmail is googles email service, not an im program.

[Deth]

You should sign up quickly and have it sent to you.
or...
JUST BUY THE ALBUM!!!

[Shred Danson]

JUST BUY THE ALBUM!!!

Why don't people do that in the first place?

[XyleM]

Because Opeth is a lesser known band, in a neglected genre and therefore less stores stock these sorts of albums. So to obtain t this album I am most likely going to have to make a 1-2 hour drive to the city.

Also I am new to Opeth and I don't like buying albums getting home, putting it on and being highly disappointed by it... Away to avoid this? Pre-listening to songs.

[Cain]

Because Opeth is a lesser known band, in a neglected genre and therefore less stores stock these sorts of albums. So to obtain t this album I am most likely going to have to make a 1-2 hour drive to the city.

Also I am new to Opeth and I don't like buying albums getting home, putting it on and being highly disappointed by it... Away to avoid this? Pre-listening to songs.

Tons of stores sell Opeth. Their records have gone gold or better ever since "Blackwater Park."

Finding early Opeth is difficult though, granted.

If you want to hear an Opeth song, I'll just upload it. You got iTunes?

[evil ernie]

Because Opeth is a lesser known band, in a neglected genre and therefore less stores stock these sorts of albums. So to obtain t this album I am most likely going to have to make a 1-2 hour drive to the city.

Also I am new to Opeth and I don't like buying albums getting home, putting it on and being highly disappointed by it... Away to avoid this? Pre-listening to songs.

You know, there's some thing called the Internet, which you can use to order CDs. New Opeth CDs on eBay are actually 2X cheaper than in regular music stores here in Canada.

Played BWP with my Opeth tribute band this evening. Feels soooooo good.

[Grey Incision]

hahaha, performing White cluster, Deliverance, Windowpane and Harvest for my band

[Deth]

Tons of stores sell Opeth. Their records have gone gold or better ever since "Blackwater Park."

Finding early Opeth is difficult though, granted.

If you want to hear an Opeth song, I'll just upload it. You got iTunes?

They went gold? You learn something new each day.

[Deth]

I've just learned that metal-archives is full of idiots. There are people who gave morningrise 3% and the same with most of their albums.

Fools...

[Cain]

They went gold? You learn something new each day.

Blackwater Park sold a lot in its intial Stateside run, like a few hundred thousand copies, and now that the word of mouth is out on how brilliant they are and how accessible they can be to metalheads and fans of more cerebral music alike, their albums do even better. Deliverance and ****ation were some of the most highly anticipated albums of their respective years, for instance, and sold really well, and ****ation probably made a killing because of its sound. Those albums even got them mention in Rolling Stone, for God's sake, which is an achievement because that magazine takes such a dim view of anything with creativity. Conceding article space to Opeth was an incredible action for that magazine. It proved a lot about the respect Opeth has gained.

[Deth]

Yeah, Rolling Stone blows.

Congrats to Opeth then.

[i am the robots]

All this talk of how hard it is to find Opeth CDs, I'm confused, I found all their albums but My Arms, Your Hearse at FYE, and the only reason it wasn't there was because it was sold out.

[Deth]

I've found all of their albums except Still Life, which I'll order soon. The weirdest part is that I found MAYH at Barnes and Nobles and Barnes and Nobles only.

[i am the robots]

Blackwater Park sold a lot in its intial Stateside run, like a few hundred thousand copies, and now that the word of mouth is out on how brilliant they are and how accessible they can be to metalheads and fans of more cerebral music alike, their albums do even better. Deliverance and ****ation were some of the most highly anticipated albums of their respective years, for instance, and sold really well, and ****ation probably made a killing because of its sound. Those albums even got them mention in Rolling Stone, for God's sake, which is an achievement because that magazine takes such a dim view of anything with creativity. Conceding article space to Opeth was an incredible action for that magazine. It proved a lot about the respect Opeth has gained.

Check the interviews on www.swedishmetal.net, Mikael Akerfeldt was confused by how the attitude in America has changed towards them (as in not even knowing about them, to turning into mass admiration (amongst metalheads))

[i am the robots]

I've found all of their albums except Still Life, which I'll order soon. The weirdest part is that I found MAYH at Barnes and Nobles and Barnes and Nobles only.

That is weird, heh. You'll be very pleased with Still Life, it's amazing.

[Cain]

Check the interviews on www.swedishmetal.net, Mikael Akerfeldt was confused by how the attitude in America has changed towards them (as in not even knowing about them, to turning into mass admiration (amongst metalheads))

The link doesn't work.

[i am the robots]

huh? I might have mispelled something somhow.

http://www.swedishmetal.net/default.html

there, and I just realized the browser icon is a pentagram, nice.

Not Opeth related, but Meshugga's album is completely mixed, I'm looking forward to this.

[Bartender]

The link doesn't work.

Put http:// in front of it.

I've just learned that metal-archives is full of idiots. There are people who gave morningrise 3% and the same with most of their albums.

Fools...

Well some people find their music boring.

[Cain]

Well some people finf their music boring.

Their music feels like a feast to me. There's so much richness in a lot of their songs.

/is such a fanboy :upset:

[Deth]

There's not liking something and theres putting it down without thinking about it. I don't like Blink 182 AT ALL but I wouldn't give their albums a 3%, there is always something to enjoy and think about.

[Bartender]

The reviews on metal-archives aren't professional though, and make no claim to be. It's just people giving their opinions on albums.

[Deth]

I should just stick to Sputnik, the greatest review site *ever*. At least if a review is way off base there, peole will mention it.

[Cain]

I should just stick to Sputnik, the greatest review site *ever*. At least if a review is way off base there, peole will mention it.

I've reviewed "Blackwater Park" and Opeth's "D+D" albums :p for Sputnik. Check 'em out, I like getting comments. But it doesn't happen as much now that the site is less forum-based than it was. :thumb:

[Bartender]

You like Sputnik, then?

[Deth]

I've read all of the reviews and all were fantastic. Would I be able to do a Lamentions review dispite the fact it's a DVD?

[Deth]

You like Sputnik, then?

Yes. It's much more streamlined and professional than the old CD reviews. I think it's great and I always check it out when looking for a new album.

[TheSubtleArts]

i like Sputnik more than the old review system too

[Bartender]

Yes. It's much more streamlined and professional than the old CD reviews. I think it's great and I always check it out when looking for a new album.

Your join date would suggest that you weren't here for the old CD Review system. Did you have an old name?

[4130]

The thing don't like about sputnik is that if I person can be bothered reviewing an album with detail then they most probably like it a lot. That is why I seldom come across a negative review there, and that kind of annoys me.

[Dude3]

I have a quick question.
I heard Still Life is a concept album. What is the concept or story of it?
Thanks :thumb:

[i am the robots]

The concept is about a dude who get's banished from where he lives, and something to do with the girl he loves (Melinda) I forget the story, but it's really cool.

[Deth]

Your join date would suggest that you weren't here for the old CD Review system. Did you have an old name?

I've been around without a name as a guest for about a year. I learned the ways of MX and then joined when I got bored of reading other peoples stuff.

Plus, it helped me from becoming banned :thumb:.

[Deth]

I have a quick question.
I heard Still Life is a concept album. What is the concept or story of it?
Thanks :thumb:

They have the whole story in the Sputnik review if you're interested.

[Kafkastolemyslippers]

He is coming back from exile to find Melinda. She is now married but decides to run off with him anyway. But she is caught and killed, then the guy is also hung. That's the basic gist.

[Det_Nosnip]

You like Sputnik, then?

I can't stand it, to be honest. I much preferred the old forum-style of CD reviews, in which the focus was more on discussing the albums and introducing new material. I feel like it's alot harder to push the obscure groups I often liked to push on the old setup. With a traditional reviews site like Sputnik, it feels like the purpose is more for people to see what other people think of music that they've already heard; there's less of an incentive to track down and find the weird stuff that you've never heard of, you know?

I don't know if I'm making myself particularly clear, I took a nap earlier this afternoon and it kinda threw me off. :( But, bottom line: I prefered the old system. Reviews should be the start of multi-lateral discussions, not just something to read through really quick and make a quick comment in approval or disapproval.

PS does anyone know exactly how to pronounce Mikael Akerfeldt's name? I never really thought about it...

[Kage]

I think it would be: Ah care felt

Or it could be:

Ay care felt (emphasis on Ay, not care)

(Ay as in the word take)

[Det_Nosnip]

Yeah, I usually pronounce it more like the first one. What about his first name, though?

Mih-Kay-l? Or is it pronounced like the English "Michael"?

[Kage]

I've always just said Micheal, I never really thought too much about it. I actually think Mih-Kay-l woiuld be a safe bet, though.

[RiceMonster]

I've always pornounced it Mih-Kay-l. I think either way is fine though.

[opeth_oasis]

yeah i pronounce it mih-kay-l, but alot of people tell me its just pronounced Micheal

[opeth_oasis]

Their music feels like a feast to me. There's so much richness in a lot of their songs.

/is such a fanboy :upset:

up the opeth fanboys:thumb:

[Grey Incision]

my-kay-l ak-er-feld

i suck at pronunciation:(

[the2stranger]

I can't stand it, to be honest. I much preferred the old forum-style of CD reviews, in which the focus was more on discussing the albums and introducing new material. I feel like it's alot harder to push the obscure groups I often liked to push on the old setup. With a traditional reviews site like Sputnik, it feels like the purpose is more for people to see what other people think of music that they've already heard; there's less of an incentive to track down and find the weird stuff that you've never heard of, you know?

I don't know if I'm making myself particularly clear, I took a nap earlier this afternoon and it kinda threw me off. :( But, bottom line: I prefered the old system. Reviews should be the start of multi-lateral discussions, not just something to read through really quick and make a quick comment in approval or disapproval.

PS does anyone know exactly how to pronounce Mikael Akerfeldt's name? I never really thought about it...


I totaly agree with you.
I like the way sputnik looks and all, but I think, it's too static.
unknown bands can stand up in a fight against the bigger names.
(like the ranking list ob the left, it's all Tool, Metallica, Radiohead, those are all fairly known)
it's good for known bandas, but almost no one can discover unknown bands :(

sometimes I go to the 'view all artists section' and just click on a random artist, and read a review, this does help me expend my music library :)

[whatduffhuck7]

does anybody know when opeth new albums is comin out?

[Magicaltroll]

does anybody know when opeth new albums is comin out?
I hope this year.

[Mr. Ron]

Anybody know if the the new Opeth album will have a concept?

[Grey Incision]

here's hoping, all i know is that mikael has ditched the occult black metal theme

[opeth_oasis]

i think it will be interesting to see how long the songs are going to be, will he keep to the long songs or not is a big question in my thoughts

[Deth]

He said on Lamentions that he's considering a concept album so fingers crossed.

[Cain]

here's hoping, all i know is that mikael has ditched the occult black metal theme

What exactly does that mean? Will they change their sound or something?

[Deth]

They'll change their sound like they always have. I doubt they'll keep the same style as BWP and the following albums.

Nice avatar Cain.

[Cain]

They'll change their sound like they always have. I doubt they'll keep the same style as BWP and the following albums.

Nice avatar Cain.

Many thanks. :cool:

I just hope they don't go lighter. They should try to be really ambitious with this one. More medieval guitar, dammit!!!

[Deth]

I like the medieval guitar. But whatever they incorporate into the sound, it will rule.

[Det_Nosnip]

What exactly does that mean? Will they change their sound or something?

Originally, the band was going to make their next release a kind of dark black metal type of thing rather than the prog death they usually do, but they decided against it.

[Bartender]

I can't stand it, to be honest. I much preferred the old forum-style of CD reviews.. (etc)

So did I.

[Kafkastolemyslippers]

Many thanks. :cool:

I just hope they don't go lighter. They should try to be really ambitious with this one. More medieval guitar, dammit!!!

Yeah the medieval guitar is what got me into them; I originally only liked Morningrise because of that.

[opeth_oasis]

medieval guitar is a huge turn on

[Grey Incision]

truth, i've been trying to incorporate it into my playing style, i think it's the minor chords that get me though, mikael's use of barred minors rules

[the2stranger]

Yeah the medieval guitar is what got me into them; I originally only liked Morningrise because of that.

123

I first only likes to bid you farewell, and after that I noticed the awesome guitarparts in black rose immortal, then I was sold :cool:

[Magicaltroll]

In Lamentations didn't Mike say that he was absolutely sick of that style of playing in the documentary? He said he liked Morningrise, but there was some parts he couldn't even stand to listen to because of the guitar style (meaning the medieval guitar :( )

I just want more Opeth! I'm not sure I would like it if they went back to that style,I mean its cool, but I like Deliverance style alot more (everything but Wreath). And I hope they stick to the jazzy type.... interludes? I don't know what to call them but you know what I'm talking about.

[evil ernie]

Medieval guitars?

You guys are talking about twin guitar harmonies?

[Magicaltroll]

Medieval guitars?

You guys are talking about twin guitar harmonies?
Yes, the ones that sound medievalish.

[Cain]

Medieval guitars?

You guys are talking about twin guitar harmonies?

The acoustics more than anything else. The chord structures and progressions on songs like Benighted and Advent are very Baroque-ly minor key to me.

[Cain]

In Lamentations didn't Mike say that he was absolutely sick of that style of playing in the documentary? He said he liked Morningrise, but there was some parts he couldn't even stand to listen to because of the guitar style (meaning the medieval guitar :( )

I just want more Opeth! I'm not sure I would like it if they went back to that style,I mean its cool, but I like Deliverance style alot more (everything but Wreath). And I hope they stick to the jazzy type.... interludes? I don't know what to call them but you know what I'm talking about.

What he meant was the twin guitar parts, the electrics more than the acoustics: and the utter lightness and darkness of the themes, when they switched. The acoustic guitar on Still Life, two albums later, is the medieval guitar that I want back. I saw none of it on ****ation, or Deliverance either with the exception of the bridge to "A Fair Judgement."

[Magicaltroll]

What he meant was the twin guitar parts, the electrics more than the acoustics: and the utter lightness and darkness of the themes, when they switched. The acoustic guitar on Still Life, two albums later, is the medieval guitar that I want back. I saw none of it on ****ation, or Deliverance either with the exception of the bridge to "A Fair Judgement."
Ohhh, I thought he meant the acoustics.
But still, I like the more death metalish side of Opeth. Albums like Blackwater Park and Deliverance. The older albums were good too, but I like the newer ones because they are way heavier :thumb:

[anubae_obscura]

I absolutely love OPETH! I cannot get enough...watch lamentations 2-3 times a week and keep their cds permanently in my player....they are the best!

[the2stranger]

^

Mikeal got sick of that, so I don't think we'll ever see twin guitar back.
it does keep Morningrise unique though :)

[Magicaltroll]

http://s37.yousendit.com/d.aspx?id=2AAG2NH1CPS5811RWW3HE4E5JK

Theres Opeth- Orchid, if anyone doesn't have it.
I put it up on yousendit for some guy, and I decided to not let it go to waste, so there ya go :)
It also has the bonus track.

[Flynn]

I just learned how to play the Entire song "In Mist She Was Standing" rythm. I record all the higher parts in my 8 year old ZOOM pedal and play the lower or standard parts as I go along with the song. I still can't figure out how to play the acoustic riff before the outro though. It's really hard to get it to sound like it is, actually I don't think I can get it to sound like that. It's a masterpiece. I don't know what kind of acoustic he used to record that riff with...but It sounds like a Martin to me :thumb:

What do you guitarists out there think?

[Mr. Ron]

I just learned how to play the Entire song "In Mist She Was Standing" rythm. I record all the higher parts in my 8 year old ZOOM pedal and play the lower or standard parts as I go along with the song. I still can't figure out how to play the acoustic riff before the outro though. It's really hard to get it to sound like it is, actually I don't think I can get it to sound like that. It's a masterpiece. I don't know what kind of acoustic he used to record that riff with...but It sounds like a Martin to me :thumb:

What do you guitarists out there think?
Can you post it somehow?

[Kage]

I just learned how to play the Entire song "In Mist She Was Standing" rythm. I record all the higher parts in my 8 year old ZOOM pedal and play the lower or standard parts as I go along with the song. I still can't figure out how to play the acoustic riff before the outro though. It's really hard to get it to sound like it is, actually I don't think I can get it to sound like that. It's a masterpiece. I don't know what kind of acoustic he used to record that riff with...but It sounds like a Martin to me :thumb:

What do you guitarists out there think?

heh...I'd kill for a Martin acoustic. Nice job on learning the song, though. I have yet to tackle that one. I've been making my way through the Delieverance album for some reason.

EDIT: That's a cool feature on the Zoom pedal, too. It's perfect for learning/writing parts with two simultaneous guitar parts.