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from the Netherlands, Scourge of Heaven" is the second release from
melodic Death 7-piece [!] Shadowlord. Having weathered several line-up
changes since their formation in 1995, the band`s latest offering is a
triumph, both in terms of composition AND production, all the more remarkable
considering this is very much a "do-it-yourself" project and
NOT bankrolled by a major label! Featuring both male and female vocals,
as well as keyboards as a prominent instrument, Shadowlord`s style could
be categorized as high velocity, melodic/symphonic black metal that combines
modern Black/Death metal with some gothic [not "Goth"] overtones.
But unlike many other bands mining the same dark territory, Shadowlord
knows the value of creating a mood, not just being fast and brutal for
it`s own sake. "Scourge of Heaven" features plenty of speed,
power and death to satisfy the blackest Metal heart, yet at the same time
has an uncanny knack for writing songs that are at once dark, powerful,
and heavy, with beautiful, haunting passages that blend in perfectly with
the brutal stuff flawlessly; not an easy thing to do! Each song flows
seamlessly into the next, a sure sign that great care was take in the
song-writing process. The band is tight as hell, and the individual musicianship
is highly skilled in their art, and know when to cut loose and when to
hold back. Expect to hear great things from this group! For more information,
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