The riffs sound familiar, too familiar, and the lyrics are awkwardly on the nose and preachy. Despite the riffs sounding like nothing new under the sun, the guitars mostly save this track.
Arch Enemy drops a surprise single with Break the Spell, and it’s nothing short of ferocious. This track hits hard with relentless energy and precision, blending their signature melodic death metal intensity with an undeniable sense of punch. It’s curious why it didn’t make the cut on Bloody Dynasty, because it’s fully album-worthy. Alissa White-Gluz delivers a standout vocal performance, with an exceptionally vicious delivery, while the guitar work dazzles with moments ... read more