Continuing with the albums that have been in repeat mode more than other releases, I think it would be suitable here to add that as time flies so does my patience. Maybe it is because of lesser free time, maybe it is because of the constant flow of information, maybe I am just old. What I found necessary though was to filter out in a more rapid manner the albums that will stay with me. It only takes a few minutes. The old saying that 'some albums just need to stay with you for a long time before it clicks' sure is true, but there has to be an initial interest, a spark of attraction, enjoument, an impression that may be related to the riff, the voice, the production or the overall aesthetics of it.
15. Darkane - Inhuman Spirits
In this way, Darkane's latest release fits my apetitte for great melodic death thrash of the Swedish school. The production is great and the feeling that the band has fun is being communicated through the music. Good riffs, good vocal lines. Probably this years best release when it comes to melodic death/thrash.
14. Revocation - Netherheaven
There is an important and distinct duality when it comes to death/thrash. There are two paths, the melodic and the technical. The melodic, as above, tends to be easier to listen to and the difficulty of this subgenre is to write memorable songs with relistenability. On the other hand, the technical death/thrash tries to balance riffs with complexity. This obviously causes less of an immediate impact. However, releases such as Netherheaven cause enjoyment to the cerebral parts of my being.
+ When the solos hit they elevate the whole song.
13. Encryptment - Dödens Födsel
Now this is the debut album from a bunch of really angry Swedes. The ferocity grabs you instantly and their extreme death metal goes into crust territories. Riffs that bring to mind Morbid Angel, but a very angry, aggresive vocal performance and a tenacius delivery from all the players make an immediate impression, as long as someone finds enjoyment in this type of death metal.
12. In Aphelion - Moribund
This album has been my favorite black metal release for the first months of 2022. In Aphelion is a newly formed band and Moribund is their debut release, but, two of the members are part of a very experienced similar band, Necrophobic. It is no suprise then that their music is of high quality. Fast paced riffs, great melodic solos, catchy songs.
11. High Command - Eclipse of the Dual Moons
This is the most 80's thrash metal record I've heard in a while. High Command play thrash the American way, with fantasy lyrics and a vocal performance that usually belongs to more extreme acts. The riffs and the production together make it the best thrash metal album of the years for me.
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