Diskord - Doomscapes (2007)

1. An Architectonic Manifestation of Death

2. Public Static Void 

3. Harbinger 
4. Absurreality
5. Cosmic Collapse
6. The Ubiquitous Transience
7. Inane Existence
8. Pervasive Discreteness 
9. Overstrain 
10. Heritage 
11. Reptilian Ancestry
12. Instauration

Origin - Norway
Style - Progressive Death Metal

" Diskord is a progressive death metal band who were formed in Oslo,Norway in 2001 by Chris "Channard" Myhre (guitar),Kvile (guitar),Eyvind Wærsted Axelsen (bass) and Hans Jørgen Ersvik (drums,vocals).In 2001 they self-released their first demo,a 5 song ep simply titled "Demo 1".Guitarist Kvile left the band and instead of replacing him DISKORD continued on with a three piece line-up. In 2003 Diskord again self-released a second demo,titled "Aural Objection".The band signed to Vendius Records and in 2005 released the ep "hdfh".2007 saw Diskord sign to the larger Edgerunner label and release their first full-length album....Doomscapes "

" Get ready for this.....This is some crazy shit here.... These guys play progressive death metal while still retaining the primal agression and discordant sounds of old-school death metal mixed with jazz,punk,Doom, psychedelic guitar and everything in-between. I feel like Im trippin on shrooms or should be! "

" I cannot say anything more..Or tell you that they sound like another band..Cause they dont...For those into wacky,Lunatic inspired Death Metal....Maybe Some Disharmonic Orchestra....Drink up,Smoke up,Shoot up...Do whatever it is you do....And crank this up ! "

Dalen gets this !

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The Chasm - Farseeing the Paranormal Abysm (2009)

1. Entering a Superior Dimension
2. Callous Spectre/Vehement Opposition
3. Fiery Rebirth
4. Farseeing...
5. Structure of the Seance
6. Vault to the Voyage
7. The Promised Ravage
8. The Mission/Arrival to Hopeless Shores (Calling The Paranormal Abysm)

Origin - Mexico
Style - Progressive Death Metal

" It's been 5 long years since The Spell of Retribution......The Chasm are back to put their stamp on metal in 2009 "

" This is an album that you cannot take in in one sitting.....It must be digested slowly and thoroughly to get all the little nuances. The Chasm play epic Death Metal..Long drawn out tracks with mostly instrumental sections. Some cool low vocals and plenty of heavy..Doomish atmosphere "

" Farseeing the Paranormal Abysm is one of those records that you need to turn out the lights..Put your headphones on..And trip out on the sounds.....Truly Epic stuff here !

One of the years best !

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Hieronymus Bosch - Equivoke (2008)

1. Zero On A Dice

2. Fingerprint Labyrinth

3. Monad Hecatomb

4. Forlorn Luminary

5. Stones And Stocks

6. Tracer Bullet Falling Star

7. Scrupulum

8. Broke

9. Scoffer Tragedian

10. The Mime

Origin - Russia

Style - Progressive Death Metal

" Third album from this most excellent progressive death metal band from Russia "

" These guys bring us a very consistent release, providing inspiration for musicians and showing that you can be progressive without losing good song writing.The album has a quite brutal thick sound, but shows very subtle progressive elements really well. This is because the production is marvellous. Each instrument can be picked out very well, pay close attention to the bass in particular, it's great!If you're tired of all the brutal death metal bands or the predictability of some progressive bands out there. Check this out.I always hear people saying, progressive metal is boring, this proves the opposite "

Phenomenal stuff with some truly amazing riffs, 'Equivoke' recalls an updated, darker version of the most technical albums by bands like Obliveon and Loudblast...&...Theory In Practice

Open Minds Please!.......Go Ahead!

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Edge of Sanity - Purgatory Afterglow (1994)

1. Twilight
2. Of Darksome Origin
3. Blood-Colored
4. Silent
5. Black Tears
6. Elegy
7. Velvet Dreams
8. Enter Chaos
9. The Sinner and the Sadness
10. Song of Sirens

Origin - Sweden

Style - Progressive Death Metal

" Unlike the Gothenburg scene dominated by bands like In Flames and Dark Tranquillity, Edge of Sanity led by Dan Swano was a band that stuck more to the roots of American death metal combining it with Swano's musical vision, which is putting as much emphasis on melody as possible. Furthermore his songwriting refuses to compromise stylistically as he was deeply influenced by 70's and 80's prog rock (speaking of which, his solo album Moontower is possibly his greatest work to date). Dan's indepedent-minded approach to creating original compositions along with cerebral lyrics suggest that Edge of Sanity was definitely a much better band compared to their contemporaries. It's a shame they went unnoticed by many death metal fans until their masterpiece Crimson which unfortunately was written when the band members were on bad terms with each other. This eventually would led to Dan's departure in 1997 and we wouldn't hear another EOS album featuring him on vocals for more than five years "

" Back to Purgatory Afterglow... I consider this one a perfect transition album from the band's older American death metal style to their more prog-driven motives. Musically this album shows a lot of potential growth and maturity in the way that it balances power, anger, lyrical depth, and musical complexity almost perfectly. Considering that Dan was only 21 when he wrote this album, this is a great piece of work. The sharp intelligence, clear vision, and genuine warmth in every song on this album proves that Purgatory Afterglow is a sadly overlooked offering from one of the most underrated (yet amazing) death metal bands ever "

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Obscura - Retribution (2006)

1. Humankind

2. Nothing

3. Unhinged

4. None Shall Be Spared

5. Alone

6. Hymn to a Nocturnal Visitor

7. Intoxicated

8. Exit Life

9. Sentiment

10. Sweet Silence

11. Lack of Compehension (Death Cover)

Origin - Germany

Style - Progressive Death Metal

" This german super-group put this record out themselves..then landed the opening slot for Suffocation's european tour...alot in a short time. But when the band is consisting of Necrophagist,Pestilence,Black Horizon's members one can expect something great....or can we? "

" Fuken eh right !.....These guys are in the technical mold of Pestilence,Atheist,and of course the mighty Death !....And get it done right! Now they are signed to Relapse records and are recording their second album.....I for one cannot wait to see what this unit has in store for us"

This is an excellent debut that gives reason to expect even more powerful contributions from Obscura in the future...

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Carbonized - No Canonization (1990) single

1. No Canonization

2. Statues

3. Au-to-dafe

4. Inner Ground (previously unreleased)

Origin - Sweden

Genre - Progressive Death Metal

" Classic single released on Thrash records in 1990 on black/white vinyl"

" This was their second recording...and my favorite !....what you get is fast-paced death metal in the Nihilist,Carnage vein but a bit more technical..The vocals are Matti Kärki of Dismember fame. This was produced by the mastermind Tomas Skogsberg so you know that you can expect quality sound "

" This is another piece of Swedish Death Metal History!.....And quite different from other bands at the time............

Death Is Life !.............Get It!

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In Mourning - Shrouded Divine (2008)

1. The Shrouded Divine

2. Amnesia

3. In The Failing Hour

4. By Others Considered

5. Grind Denial

6. The Art Of A Mourning Kind

7. The Black Lodge

8. Past October Skies

Origin - Sweden
Genre - Progressive Melodic Death Metal

" After five demos,Swedish new-comers In Mourning have released their debut album on aftermath music. And a sweet slice of scandanavian metal it is. In Mourning contains the same drummer - Christian Netzell of already reviewed Volturyon (search the site)A spectacular Death Metal release that is still in regular rotation on my car stereo. This record "shrouded divine" is a completely different animal all together....with the music generally following a pattern of dark, moody, death-influenced metal, interspersed with melancholy acoustic detours and instrumental sections, all infused with a general 'progressive' vibe"

" Some opethian influences do exist...especially in the vocal department as well as some Swallow The Sun melancholic passages.Thrown into the mix is some faster Dark Tranquillity type riffing and you have a quality,original release in front of you. In Mourning have managed to infuse all these influences without copying said bands...creating a release with melody, variety, cohesion and pacing all in the right place "

" So while this record may sound familiar in certain parts..the sum of it all : with strong musicianship and song writing makes for a Top Notch listen!

What Are You Waiting For?........Get It!
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Textures - Silhouettes (2008)

1. Old Days Born Anew

2. The Sun's Architect

3. Awake

4. Laments of an Icarus

5. One Eye for a Thousand

6. State of Disobedience

7. Storm Warning

8. Messengers

9. To Erase a Lifetime

Origin - Netherlands

Genre - Progressive / Death / Thrash Metal

" Ok....Here is some Polyrhythmic Progressive Metal...and it is done with the highest amount of professionalism. Think Pantera meets Meshuggah with a modern touch. Harsh screaming vocals and clean choruses. This is their 3rd full length after the rather disappointing (drawing circles) They are back on track with this one. Cynic and Athiest are obviously influences also so you get the progressive thing.

All fans with open minds....Check this out!

Destroy!...Erase!......Get It!

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Lykathea Aflame - Elvenefris (2000)

1. Land Where Sympathy Is Air

2. To Become Shelter And Salvation

3. Bringer Of Elvenefris Flame

4. Flowering Entities

5. To Give

6. On The Way Home

7. Shine Of Consolation

8. Sadness And Strength

9. A Step Closer

10. An Old Man And A Child

11. Walking In The Garden Of Ma'at

Origin - Czech Republic

Genre - Progressive/Brutal Death Metal

"Technical and occasionally Progressive Death Metal with light Grind touches" is what you'd have to call this music, but you know what? Fuck such labels; what's in a name after all?

""Elvenefris" is one of these albums of which I can in good conscience say that there probably hasn't been anything like this, and neither will there be anytime soon. Of course there have been albums that made the listener's jaw drop due to their sheer brutality and the musicians' technical skill. Of course there have been albums that enchant you with magical melodies and turn minutes into seconds. However, I can't remember any album that combined these two elements as seamlessly as "Elvenefris" does. Not only that, but the Egyptian overtones along with some of The greatest fucking drumming I've ever heard.

If you havent heard this guys, I highly recommend everyone to give them a try. They will amaze you....Take your time and absorb all of it.......

Amazing Piece Of Work Here!..........Get It!

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Edge of Sanity - Crimson II (2003)

1. The Forbidden Words

2. Incantation

3. Passage of Time

4. The Silent Threat

5. Achilles Heel

6. Covenant of Souls

7. Face to Face

8. Disintegration

9. Aftermath

1 song (43 min) 9 chapters-44 parts

Origin - Sweden

Genre - Progressive Death Metal

"What else can be said about the legendary Dan Swano...man of so much musical genius"

"Crimson II picks up where its predecessor left off. It just takes a different path musically to express itself. This is 100% Dan Swano, the compositions borrow elements from 70's prog rock which is indispensibale to Dan's musical vision. The album tends to sound like Moontower(solo cd) in some points, but still has the classic Edge of Sanity stamp all over it. The amazing riffing, rich melodies, opaque lyrics, angry vocals, great musicianship--everything"

All in all, this is a fitting goodbye from Edge of Sanity to the world. Dan Swano's musical genius has never dissapointed yet, and it definitely does not with this album.

Masterpiece!.....Get It!

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Gwynbleidd - Amaranthine (2006)

1. Nostalgia

2. New Setting

3. The Awakening

4. Lure of the Land

Origin - USA

Genre - Progressive Death/Black Metal

"Listen Folks...I bought this cd directly from the band after

hearing a track at myspace....uh $10..you kiddin me"

"What you get is 40 min of celtic/folk inspired....Opeth infused

metal,complete with acoustic passages,roaring vocals,folk

shifts,progressive death.....Again...These guys are not signed!

I urge you to support this band and all others!!Gwynbleidd

Check It Out!......Then spend 10$

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Unreal Overflows - Architecture Of Incomprehension (2006)

1. Paths To The Human Involution

2. The Unavoidable Passage Of Time

3. Crematory Of Forgotten Cries

4. Breeders Of Credibility

5. Unexpected Dimensions

6. What To Do When...

7. Is There Anybody Outside?

8. Psycho-Thought

9. Pain Of An Afflicted Soul

10. In Darkness I Dwell 2005

11. Under The Quiet Silence

Origin - Spain

Genre - Progressive Melodic Death Metal

"Do you long for the days of Cynic,Atheist,Believer,Death?

"Then this may be for you...These guys keep the early 90s

tech death flame alive with finely-growled lyrics,melodic guitar work, and acrobatic-yet-tasteful-and-fitting drumming "

This is a worthwhile trip ......when all said and done!

Much more than just any clone!.....Get It!

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Esqarial - Inheritance (2002)

1. Inheritance

2. Everlasting Wanderers

3. Broken Link

4. Flying over the Treetops

5. A Pure Formality

6. Catching the Falling Knife

7. The Source of Constraint

8. The Day When the Sun Went Out

9. Two Minutes to Full Moon

10. Killing for Killing Time

11. Fire (Jimi Hendrix cover)

Origin - Poland

Genre - Technical/Progressive Death Metal

"If you could imagine STEVE VAI playing Death Metal,

mixed with the technical riffing of latter day Death,

You will have an idea of what these guys sound like"

"If you are a drum aficionado, guitar lunatic, Proghead, Metalhead or whatever, you Must hear this!"

Don't Waste Time!........Get It!

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Vidres a la Sang - Endins (2006)

1. Amb Tota Rancúnia (With All Resentment)

2. Els Límits de la Creació (The Limits Of Creation)

3. Identitat (Identity)

4. Negre Destí, Roja Venjança (Red Destiny,Black Vengeance)

5. Torna al teu Clos (Back To Your Shell)

6. Tots els Paisatges són Iguals (All Landscapes Are The Same)

Origin - Spain

Genre - Black/Death Metal

"Literally meaning “Crystals in the Blood”,I had not heard this"

"Extremely impressive mix of progressive death metal and melodic black metal, perfectly mixed and balanced between sweeping blastbeats and off kilter, textural death metal complexity."

"Think latter era Death or Pestilence meets Naglfar"

Highly Recommended!........Get It!

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Edge of Sanity - Crimson (1996)

1. Crimson - 40:00 Minutes

Origin- Sweden

Genre - Progressive Death Metal

"Crimson is essentially a concept "album" with only one track."

"Led by the mighty Dan Swano and guests such as Mike Akerfeldt

of Opeth ,millions of riffs...Incredible vocals..."

"It is quite simply a Death Metal masterpiece.!"

Don't Argue!.......Get It!

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Unmoored - Indefinite Soul-Extension (2003)

1. Unspeakable Grief

2. Commit To The Fire

3. Leave-Taking

4. Phase of Revulsion

5. Morndraper

6. Cinders Veil

7. Spit Forth from Failure

8. Final State Part III (Posthumous Writings)

Origin - Sweden

Genre - Progressive Death Metal

"Technical, brooding death metal that is as intricate and elaborate as any other band in the genre"

"For fans of Edge Of Sanity etc."

Top 10 of 2003!........Get It!

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Dan Swanö - Moontower (1999)

1. Sun of the Night

2. Patchworks

3. Uncreation

4. Add Reality

5. Creating Illusions

6. The Big Sleep

7. Encounterparts

8. In Empty Phrases

Origin - Sweden

Genre - Death, Retro ('70s) Progressive Metal

"Do I have to tell you who Dan Swano is? He has been a part of Bloodbath,Edge of Sanity,Diabolical masquerade,Demiurg etc.....to name a few"

"This solo record he did was in his words:"If Rush played Death Metal in the 70s"

"One of my personal all time favorite's"

Have An Open Mind?

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Atrophia Red Sun - Twisted Logic (2003)

1. Code Word(personal)Cold World
2. Abstract
3. Infected Tears
4. Inspiration
5. Nameless Rot
6. Sins Of Nations
7. Sugar Cube (cyber Instrumental)
8. Twisted Logic
9. Structure Of Emptiness
10. Into(my)Xication
11. Acid Sideefect Lost In Darkness (cyber Instrumental)


Origin - Poland
Genre - Progressive Death/Industrial Metal


"A bizarre mix of styles on this one,But it works and makes for a
Interesting Listen: featuring Covan from Decapitated ! "


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Obsidian - Emerging (2006)

1. Footprints
2. Kobalt
3. Dogmatic
4. Vapours
5. Mirrored
6. Time
7. Emerging
8. Tsujigirl

Origin - Holland
Genre - Progressive Death Metal


"A self released gem that crosses Meshuggah angularity, Extol Like Progressions with melodic death metal/thrash precision and polish."

Go Ahead.........................Get It !

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