Arcturus

Sideshow Symphonies

The most notable difference here is Vortex taking over lead vocals (having provided guest appearances on previous releases), and showcasing his over the top vocal delivery. He is a great fit for the band, even if I personally prefer Garm's unique style. A lot of the tracks here are also a bit more streamlined, with a lot less avant-garde moments while experimental attempts are brought to more of a minimum. There are still some great metal to be had, and while I think the general dislike for ... read more