ARCHANGELS IN BLACK

Lots of death growl vocals, symphonic-style music, and a classic metal sound. Fortunately there is some diversity in the vocal types, with traditional non-death vocals emerging on some songs. These include "Getsu Senshi," Codex Obscura, and the title track. Not surprising, then, these songs with ... (read more)

Report this review (#2907083) | Posted by Idaho | Thursday, April 13, 2023 | Review Permanlink

Want to hear how extreme metal can be mixed with symphonic metal and headbang to the sophisticated classically influenced metal? If yes, then this is the album for you! If not, then just sit down and enjoy in a calm manner ;). Archangels in Black is a departure from the first two highly praised ... (read more)

Report this review (#2044906) | Posted by sgtpepper | Tuesday, October 16, 2018 | Review Permanlink

Adagio's newest album is stylistically more like Dominate than Underworld, of which band leader Stephan Forte assured a heavier resurgence. Nevertheless, as wonderful as this new direction is, it lacks the beauty and intensity found in the first two albums Sanctus Ignis and especially Underworld. ... (read more)

Report this review (#294797) | Posted by Mystery | Tuesday, August 17, 2010 | Review Permanlink

Not up there with Underworld, but still a great album. Adagio is a very talented band, and the Neo- Classical elements are definitely the selling point of the band. Use of piano is scattered throughout the album and adds a lot to the music. While having great moments in the album, the obvious try ... (read more)

Report this review (#215072) | Posted by MorbidRitual | Monday, May 11, 2009 | Review Permanlink

I was square on top of the fence with this album for the longest time. I had heard from everyone who likes this album that it is a massive grower, and I took the cliche with a grain of salt. That saying does hold true with this album. The first couple of listens and you'll be like, "Really? Reall ... (read more)

Report this review (#214615) | Posted by Mithr4ndir | Saturday, May 9, 2009 | Review Permanlink

My Review-Here we have the next opus,By one most amazing metal bands of our times. David readman was on first 2 cds,That rocked neoclassical movement. This new cd has new singer Christian Palin - vocals,Reminds me of readman at times. Top Tracks-Arch Angels In Black-We all have our demons,and ... (read more)

Report this review (#204202) | Posted by Jegheist2009 | Tuesday, February 24, 2009 | Review Permanlink

Archangels in Black in a nutshell: a band in limbo. After moving into simpler, more mainstream music with Dominate, Adagio promised a move back toward the sound of the brilliant Underworld, with deathl vocals and style in tow. Where did they end up? Well, somewhere between Dominate and Underwor ... (read more)

Report this review (#202557) | Posted by Gamemako | Thursday, February 12, 2009 | Review Permanlink

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