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EDIT: the album overall is decent, but Quantum Flux is one of the best Metalcore songs ever created
I'm only familiar with Northlane's two newest albums, which both of them I thought were really boring and mediocre, but I still gave this a chance, maybe one of their older albums would be better?
And I was right, it's better. Almost unrecognizable from whatever they do today. This actually has some energy to it.
Now, it's no All Our Gods or anything, it's still a ... read more
THE METALCORE GAUNTLET #51 - MODERN METALCORE
On their breakthrough sophomore release, Northlane follow a similar formula to ERRA's, but with more direct incorporation of Djent into the writing, most notably with the classic chunky Meshuggah guitar tones. There's also a greater presence of mathy Djent melodies which would go on to become standard fare for Djentcore acts.
Despite these novel increments, the songwriting itself is a bit more focused and minimalist when compared to ... read more
Despite some of the songs on here blending together, this album is one of the better djent metalcore albums that I’ve heard. Features some really strong unclean vocals and instrumentals that have age surprisingly well by modern metal standards.
@MoooChoir recommended this album to me. Go check out their profile for other recommendations if you like this album.
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Track List
| 1 | Genesis 1:36 | 84 |
| 2 | Scarab 3:07 | 92 |
| 3 | Windbreaker 3:44 | 83 |
| 4 | Worldeater 3:50 | 88 |
| 5 | Quantum Flux 3:59 | 93 |
| 6 | Dream Awake 4:17 | 94 |
| 7 | The Calling 3:12 | 78 |
| 8 | Masquerade 3:33 feat. Drew York | 85 |
| 9 | Singularity 3:46 | 79 |
| 10 | Aspire 3:46 | 87 |
Total Length: 34 minutes
