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Kenneth E. Rathburn
User Reviews 46 Approval 94% Soundoffs 322 Album Ratings 324 Objectivity 73% Last Active 09-10-11 3:19 pm Joined 07-06-09 Forum Posts 2 Review Comments 317
Judas Priest , Eternal Tears of Sorrow , Symphony X , Nightwish , Testament , Emperor , Iron Maiden , Billy Joel , Dream Theater , Dimmu Borgir , Opeth , Amorphis , Children of Bodom , Thomas Newman , James Newton Howard , James Horner , John Williams , Jerry Goldsmith , Nevermore ,
Be'lakor Of Breath And BoneBe'lakor show few (if any) signs of innovation here. But what ultimately matters is the established sound at hand, which remains engaging and even addicting. Other than "In Parting," there aren't any potential classics to truly speak of, but some of the sections are among the most gleefully intoxicating. Refinement is the name of the game here, and for the results we've been bestowed, it's one that's sure to keep the plays coming. 4.0 12.24.12 Wicked Wisdom Wicked WisdomTo call Wicked Wisdom a criminal attack on decent music might be an excessive overstatement, but even this tiring release has a tough time treading the guilty pleasure territory. 2.0 12.18.12 Rammstein Reise, ReiseUnconventional characteristics aside, Rammstein don't come across as an act worth taking truly seriously. Then one subjects their ears and are left grinning and noddy aplenty. In particular, Reise, Reise gets off to a engaging start but loses momentum as slower, more deliberate songs take over. Heavier, grislier tracks like "Morgenstern" and especially "Mein Teil" come off as more complimentary to the oddly playful German nature at work. 3.5 12.18.12 Kamelot SilverthornSilverthorn puts the fun back into Kamelot's sound, thanks in large part to Tommy giving an admirable performance that does the band's legacy well. Granted, we're not getting the second coming of The Black Halo here, but given how much it should keep you coming back for more, that's not necessarily a bad thing (yet).3.5 11.01.12 Wintersun Time IEight years down the line and the only unanimous thing one could argue is that Time I wouldn't satisfy everyone. Even so, it's tough to look at this as a just follow-up that continues and progresses from such a varied and encompassing predecessor. Power, folk and synthetic influences dominate with little bite to seep into your skin. If speaking in temperatures, the cold is bitter as a cold shoulder--from a lack of truly dark and frigid material altogether. 3.0 10.25.12 Disney Soundtracks The Hunchback of Notre DameWe're not consistently treated to excellent material here, but when Menken and company deliver they do it better than any pizza delivery boy could hope. As such, they deserve more than just a generous tip from open-minded viewers and listeners. 4.0 09.29.12 Hans Zimmer The Dark Knight RisesFollows many of the same fashions set by the previous soundtracks while throwing a few welcome twists into the mix. Bleaker tracks such as "Born in Darkness" and "Nothing Out There" guarantee there will be moments as chilly as the cold weather we've seen in the trailers. And just so the action isn't left out, a couple incorporated chants and teasing climaxes, such as the beginning to "Rise," should mean the action will count where and when it matters. 4.0 07.13.12
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