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"As Trail of Dead's most mature, expansive, impactful, and resonant creation, XI: Bleed Here Now is a consummate triumph."
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"As Trail of Dead's most mature, expansive, impactful, and resonant creation, XI: Bleed Here Now is a consummate triumph."
"Born is a terrific slice of heavy psych/prog rock indulgence that’s made more impressive because it’s Birth’s first collection."
"Vaxis – Act II is ultimately among Coheed and Cambria’s most welcoming, aspiring, and fulfilling studio creations."
"Closure/Continuation is an outstanding and endearing comeback."
"Tiktaalika flows like a single progressive metal odyssey that never stops blowing you away."
Backed by French heavy prog rockers Klone, Pain of Salvation performed a downright iconic show.
"Radiant Bloom is sure to delight and inspire all who hear it."
The trio of top-notch progressive metal acts commanded the stage at the Keswick Theatre.
"Even people who’ve not been entirely enthusiastic about LaBrie in recent years may be converted by just how majestic and harmonious Beautiful Shade of...
Riverside's show was a wonderfully impressive way to commemorate all that they've accomplished.
"As In Stasis demonstrates, progressive metalcore simply doesn't get much better than Monuments."
"Like its predecessors, Isle of Wisdom finds Hällas doing a miraculous job of channeling inspirations."
"Parrhesia is an extremely enjoyable and exemplary—if also fairly familiar—addition to Animals as Leaders' catalog."
"Impera is undoubtedly a huge step up from Prequelle if not one of Ghost's best collections period."
"Revel in Time is a superb return from progressive metal’s greatest composer, as well as one of the finest genre albums you’ll hear this...
"Halo is the least exploratory and immediately gratifying LP of the aforementioned trilogy, but that doesn't mean it's unsuccessful."
A modern progressive masterpiece!
Wilderun becomes more characteristic and commendable, carving out their own vital place within their stylistic landscape.
As with most years, my favorite albums of 2021 comprise metal and non-metal releases. Likewise, my picks in both cases are from household names...
"Moonflowers is less expansive and unpredictable than its predecessor, yes, but it's also more focused and selective. In other words, it feels more poised...
"Moss Grew On The Swords And Plowshares Alike epitomizes why Kayo Dot remains a laudable one-of-a-kind project."
"Hushed and Grim is the most mature, demanding, and emotionally resonant journey of Mastodon's career."
A View from the Top of the World is a promising glimpse into Dream Theater's possible future revitalization.
