If the artwork or album title isn't a very good indicator, then "Sorrows" should make it clear: Monolith is a big album. Not really in length (although it is almost an hour long), but in scope. The huge, Vheissu-esque atmosphere helps this post-hardcore/progressive/rock hybrid retain an epic feel for most of its duration. Add in wall-of-sound production (it is produced by Devin Townsend), wonderful pop punk-esque melodies and consistent songwriting, and you have one of 2009's most interesting albums. With a debut this good, a sophomore slump still means a pretty good release, and it's not too often you can say that.
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