Average Rating: 3.44 Rating Variance: 0.52 Objectivity Score: 77% (Well Balanced)
Sort by: Rating | Release Date | Rating Date | Name4.5 superbCurrents The Place I Feel SafestFlor come out. you're hidingSecret Band LP2LP2 is the sound of Jon Mess's brain exploding. Take the heaviest parts of Dance Gavin Dance and turn them up to 11. This record feels like the antithesis of newer Dance Gavin Dance material. Mess's screamed vocals are more refined than ever. His lyrics, as is usually the case, are borderline nonsensical but there is a sense of cohesion due to his impassioned delivery throughout the record. Spite Nothing Is BeautifulThe Browning GeistThis record is a near classic. While I normally shy away from electronics in metalcore/deathcore, the Browning executes this combination perfectly on Geist. Each song is memorable and have their own elements that really make the tracks stand out from one another. This effort is seemingly half heavy and crushing, and half melodic/electronic. The interplay between these two styles (and the quality of the performance) is what makes this record so special. One standout is the track "Carnage", which has a killer rap verse that would be out of place on most any other core release but in this case, it feels right at home. Another standout would be the closing track, "Skybreaker", which ties together the many ethereal themes presented on the record. The riffs on this track are virtuous and self-important but not in a way that detracts from the experience. It's more like the and fully believe in the message they are spreading and it definitely shows. Overall, this record is fun because it experiments with a lot of different ingredients but doesn't shy too far from crushing riffs and punishing screamed vocals that are a must-have staple of modern core music.Uboa The Origin Of My Depression4.0 excellentChelsea Grin EvolveDealer (AUS) Soul BurnWhole EP is heavy as all hell and incredibly cathartic. A breath of fresh air in terms of core music as they bring a more human element as opposed to their counterparts. You in Frame was such an odd surprise but I can't help but feel like it added composure to an otherwise frenzied batch of tracks. "Crooked", "Grotesque", and "Pretty Stupid" are highlights and absolutely cannot be missed. Dwellings Lavender TownEnterprise Earth EmbodimentIncredibly consistent and punishing. Fret acrobatics more than present. The mid-range screaming is good but the high scream are absolutely god-tier Oceans Ate Alaska Into the DeepPolyphia New Levels New DevilsPUP Morbid StuffThe Gloom in The Corner HomecomingThe emotional and visceral nature of this EP made it resonate with me immediately. It is both spastic and meaningful at the same time. The band are able to cut loose and create a soundscape akin to that of a trainwreck but they also know how to use a more subdued approach to express emotion in a more personal way.3.5 greatBodysnatcher This Heavy VoidBrand New Your Favorite WeaponBrand of Sacrifice God HandBury Tomorrow The Union of CrownsChelsea Grin Ashes To AshesGet Scared The Dead DaysIf I Die First My Poison ArmsSolid mall-screamo with some absolutely killer choruses. SECRETS SecretsThe Maine You Are OKWithin Destruction Deathwish3.0 goodA Wake in Providence The Blvck Sun || The Blood MoonArchitects Holy HellAwaken I Am The Beauty In TragedyChelsea Grin My DamnationChelsea Grin Eternal NightmareOh, Sleeper Children of FireOrthodox (TN) Sounds of LossSonically, this album sounds great. Guitar work is on point and fairly intricate for a chug-laden affair and has some noteworthy grooves. The vocals, unfortunately, leave a lot to be desired. The vocalist sounds like he's just eaten sandpaper before going into the studio. The cherry on top is that there is a distinct lack of variety in his presentation. Mid-to-low range screams are found throughout the entire album and by the end, they've grown slightly grating. The only exception to this would be on"In the Dark" where the vocalist does more of an empassioned yell that serves to break up the monotony. I found myself enjoying the instrumental songs/sections much more than the parts with vocals.Signs Of The Swarm The Disfigurement Of ExistenceInstrumentals are sound and enjoyable but dear god the mix is awful. Also, band definitely know how to do their breakdown/bass drop combo.The Afterimage Eve2.5 averageBetraying the Martyrs The ResilientCrown the Empire Sudden SkyI AM Hard 2 KillOh, Sleeper Son of the Morning2.0 poorChelsea Grin Self Inflicted1.5 very poorOf Mice and Men Cold World
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