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Another pleasant surprise from the metal
scene of Russia….Asguard
are a heavy metal band, basically, only separated from others by their
death metal vocals. "Wikka" is a technicality in itself
throughout! With tracks like "The Black Wandering (visions 1
and 2)", "The Vision of Dream" and "Master of
Everything", bands like Iron Maiden & W.A.S.P. come to mind
with their style of play. Obviously, a very catchy and technical disc
from start to finish. Alongside the very talented craftsmanship, smaller
elements such as acoustic guitar and keyboards are kind of added incentives,
which give the album some depth and maturity. This is, after all,
their 2nd album. Occasionally, there are riffs that sound like something
Jesper and Björn of In Flames would compose. There is actually
a riff in "Master of Everything" that sounds exactly like
"Episode 666". Aside from that, things are looking and sounding
very strong from these newcomers. Technical death metal with a British
heavy metal-influence! Remember the name of Asguard... Rating: 86 Reviewed By: Thomas Mitchell |
