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Diabulus in Musica – The Wanderer (2012) – Review

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At first sight, the Spanish band Diabulus in Musica sounds like yet another upstart in the Gothic / Symphonic Metal genre. Albeit a very talented one, judging by  The Wanderer, their newest concoction.

The name of the band derives from the famous tritone that was banned by the Catholic church to be used in their heavenly concoctions. Or devilish things will happen to the congregation. Like The Goat that will make an appearance on the unsuspecting churchgoers or something.

It really sounds like we got new guys on the block, right?

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Xandria – Ravenheart (2004) – Review

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The first time I came across Xandria was via their second album Ravenheart. Not sure what really got my interest going, to be honest. It probably was the unique style that this band displayed at that time.

A German outfit, rocking in a somewhat delirious and somewhat poppy brand of Gothic and Melodic Metal. And – on top – these boys and girls provided a much-needed counterweight to other upcoming bands like Within Temptation back then.

Their style – or more their interesting mix of styles – is somewhat addictive and has this tendency to grow on you. For sure, they were not groundbreakers … [...] Click to raid more!

Eluveitie – Origins (2014) – Review

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Whoa, the earthy metallists are on the loose. But, do we really have a bunch of very talented people trying to destroy their music? Might there be some mighty freight train gone astray? The drummer with too much energy drink? Fiddler out of control? But – to my amusement and against my grain – I do like it, harsh vocals of Chrigel Glanzmann and all.

Origins from Eluveitie is good stuff, make no mistake. 

The album neatly follows in the footsteps of the band’s former record Helvetios. It boasts an aggressive freshness that makes you go back for seconds. Yet, … [...] Click to raid more!

Delain – Lucidity (2006) – Review

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Lucidity is the first time the Dutch boys and girls of Delain really started to manifest themselves. And – WHAM – they produce something this good and with their very own brand. This is astonishing in a way, and yet again not surprising.

The band was founded by Martijn Westerholt back in 2002, who – I am told – had to leave Within Temptation after Mother Earth for health reasons. Most definitely, the change has been a good thing. And – as the saying goes – sometimes things seem to happen for a reason.  

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