This is one of those album that’s going to continue growing in likability with more listens.
First time around I was so disinterested I didn’t finish it
2nd time Cross You Out and Gone were added to my playlist
3rd time around I started enjoying more of the first half, but still didn’t listen to the rest
4th time around I’ve listened to the whole thing and it’s great front to back.
5th time around…well I guess we will just have to wait and see
An inconsistent middle weighs heavy over a strong beginning and end
Their best release so far, but the mix feels off
Almost like it cuts the punch of the chorus off by the knees, with how high up in the mix the guitars are placed.
Eidola’s most consistent effort to date still falls into the repitious writing & unremarkable tracks that usually plagues this blend of post hardcore, but it’s not without its standout tracks
Favorite Songs: Perennial Philosophy, Mutual Fear, Counterfeit Shrines
The influence of Dillinger Escape Plan is obvious, however I cannot deny how much Converge I can hear in this.
Finally some great mathcore has hit the scene!!
Chaotic, memorable song compositions, not overstaying its welcome. An underlying groove, As well as some great influences from sludge metal to heavy metal.
Incredible example of throwing balls to the wall distortion & hardcore madness in your face, but mixing it so that the flow is easy to follow & every instrument is easily identifiable. Phenomenal work
I guess it’s a hot take to say that not only is this up there with their best, but also Leaving Meaning is an incredible song.
I really do not know how to write a review for this album. It was an otherworldly experience
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FINALLY some midwest emo with some life to it. Home Is Where takes obvious influence from Neutral Milk Hotel & the post hardcore scene. Combining it all with a mix that has some edge to it & some noteworthy songwriting equals one of the most notable new finds for me this year.
Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross's production is the key to making this album shine brighter through the stale song writing
My deep dive with Bjork has been ongoing over the last few weeks. With “Debut” being a wonderful statement in her discography. With silky sweet hooks, Bjork brings out an incredibly fun pop record that teases the more abstract elements that later releases would build upon. A great entry point into Bjork’s music even if I don’t find myself coming back to it as much as her later work. It still marks itself as an essential piece of work in her discography.
This has no right working as well as it does.
Between the Buried & Me, have always held a weird place in my head. On one hand they've released some of the best & most creative progressive metal music that I've ever heard. While in the other hand making some of the most bloated and forgettable pieces of music to enter the genre. With their previous two EP's showing more promise, I'm very pleased to see this album follow on the former rather than the latter.
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I have listened to this thing multiple times and just couldn't ever figure out what kind of score I would assign to it. There's just so much to take in. From a lyrical perspective, its a concept album that leans on two similar, but differing perspectives revolving around the descent of a mans mind to madness. With themes of religion, suicide, depression & love. It's dense and metaphorical to a point where deciding on your own interpretation. Require’s enough time & deliberation on ... read more
I can't get enough of the production on this album. It's bittersweet quality that swells over with its mix of electronica, the members signature instruments & that sweeping orchestra. Help to coincide with one of Radiohead's most personal albums yet.
If only the trash heap that is Can you feel the love tonight wasn't there
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