I may be incorrect, and if I am I will change it, but when making a list that is normally spaced out by commas, you can use semicolons instead when it is more complex, even if there is an "and" before the last one:

"Use a semicolon to separate items in a list when the items are long and potentially complex in meaning. In this usage, the semicolon replaces the comma that usually separates items in a list. This is because a semicolon is more noticeable and thus better suited for longer items. For example:The student council advisor felt it was important for each new member to learn the procedures for running meetings; to share past experiences working in team environments; and to outline individual goals for the year."

http://www.ehow.com/how_2303337_use-semicolons.html

haha, alright then. Though, I still stand by my point that it looks awkward. Maybe just re-do the clause a bit?

Also thank you Chambered, for whatever reason I have brightened your day haha

this sounds actually pretty good. Ihsahn seem to put more effort in this than Angl.

haha, alright then. Though, I still stand by my point that it looks awkward. Maybe just re-do the clause a bit?

In many ways it is: the album contains a stronger production than past offerings; Vegard’s vocals have improved; and the saxophone does a good job of aiding in the third offering’s area of distinction.

no i was just meaning the saxophone clause.
About like this: In many ways it is: the album contains a stronger production than past offerings; Vegard’s vocals have improved; the saxophone parts are a good addition to the album, aiding in the third offering's area of distinction

if it's meant as a list, then there's no requirement the final point must start with an "and"

But if there is no "and" , then it sounds like I'm just connecting semicolons together. In other words, it wouldn't read like a list. To me, your correction would sound robotic and awkward in the review. Haha, it's just my opinion.

A list does need an "and".

But hey, maybe just screap the list idea, imo it would read much better like this: In many ways it is as the album contains a stronger production than past offerings, Vegard’s vocals have improved, and the saxophone does a good job of aiding in the third offering’s area of distinction

It sounds better than it does atm ;)

That's still a list, man ;)

The only difference is I could get confused by the second and third items in your list. I worded it the other way so readers would know they are all reasons why the album is a progression.

not in its essence. It's a listing, but when you write it like that, it doesn't require semicolons. That I know.

Alright, then getting to the matter: What's wrong with semicolons?

ahahahaha and the grammar dispute continues

There's nothing wrong with them, jsut some sentences could be worded more concisely, without using too many words and semicolons. Your usage of semicolons in this review is correct (like I already mentioned) but shorter sentences tend to flow better and are better to read. Also, having too many sentences with semicolons just doesn't look too good to the eye (ok that's only imo; I can't speak for everyone and yes I know I just used a semicolon)

Just take it like that: picture yourself standing in a classrom reading your presentation. You want to read one of your sentences with one breath. Just picture how weird it would be for the listeners when you just keep reading and reading that sentence. Instead, it would sound much better when you break that huge sentence up and turn it into 2 independant sentences.

I don't think I'm getting anywhere. When you read a list like that with semicolons, you can pause; it doesn't have to be continuously read. If anything, the semicolons, when used in the context of a list, are just funny looking commas to make reading the list easier since a reader could lose track of the list's original importance if regular commas were used. I hope that makes sense.

Agree to disagree on that note?

I'll agree to disagree because this is obviously going nowhere haha. It's quite clear that I prefer the standard comma version and you prefer semicolons. It's not grammatically incorrect to use them, just I personally don't fancy writings with too many semicolons. Their usage just seems to kill the flow a bit + overusing them just looks pretentious haha

Alright, fair enough. I wasn't trying to be pretentious in all honesty. However, in future reviews I will cut them down a bit. It seemed natural to me, but I can see where you are coming from.

Whatever the case, thanks for challenging me on that stuff. It's good when users do that.

Good work man, you've been really cranking out those new releases.

I agree, these challenges (let's call them like that) are both informative and possibly educative. Good stuff.

P.S: I know you weren't trying to be pretentious, I just said that that's normally the case

Album Rating: 3.0

My hopes aren't too high for this tbh

I'm guessing that you will give it a 2.5-3, Crysis. In my opinion, It's better than his other solo releases.

Album Rating: 3.0

Yeah I'll give the stream a listen a bit later, but that song he posted a while back was decent. As I'm sure many people will agree, I like his stuff with Emperor loads better.

Album Rating: 3.0

same level of quality throughout the project’s existence since starting in 2005.

While the sax inclusion was a little offsetting at first,

adds to the urgency of the track in very positive, distinct way;

Some tracks effortlessly flow from one to another--see the acoustic strings that conclude the title track and effortlessly flow into the more energetic “Frozen Lakes On Mars”

or the ambiance that broods into the saxophone that starts grand finale