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Susperia has continued their thrash style on this new disc along with their black metal vibe. Call these guys what you want, but thrash is their main vein with a tinge of melodic black metal for flavor.
The music on “Attitude,” much like their last few releases, are filled with songs that rock hard. Heavy, catchy, and addictive is what I'm talking about. Starting from the soulful singing all the way to the passionate solos. The singing grimace used on "Attitude", fans of the band have grown to love over the years. I can't picture the band without his vocals. The guitar riffs showcase many heavy riffs as well as melodic. I personally like the tone of the guitars. The distortion is like an electrical fit; a raw zap of lightning power. Get ready to feel shocked and amazed! Rounding out the music, and possibly the best asset of Susperia, are the skillfully written and appealing choruses. They bring the listener right into the songs and won't let you go.
The title track "Attitude" has one of those choruses that is filled with power and likeability that I'd be surprised if someone didn't enjoy it. "Elegy and Suffering" is another one of these tracks. For me, I could sit and listen to these two songs repeatedly and wouldn't get bored of them. I find myself singing along with them at the top of my lungs. And the melodic riff that leads "Elegy and Suffering" to the chorus about two minutes in, is absolutely amazing. It's hard to find a metal band that puts that much passion in their music, much less just one amazing tune.
Adding to the mystique of the album are a few notes regarding production and guests. Guest vocals on the song “Sick Bastard” include Shagrath (Dimmu Borgir) and Chuck Billy (Testament). I think that this is the finest form of flattery since for years those two bands are what I have thought Susperia owed their sound to. Others have said the same. Also, all around music man, Fredrik Nordstrom, puts forth his efforts on “Attitude” too, as he mixed the disc.
When it gets down to it, this album really isn't missing anything. The only thing that could have possibly improved the album is another song or two. Even with that being that said, I think this disc will be high up on my top ten list at the end of the year.
Rating: 93
Reviewed By: Jeffrey D. Adkins