Now let me introduce you to a fresh, youthful (well, only 2–3 years old) melodic Death Metal band and their fantastic album. What makes this group special is the fact that the members are quite young, and the music they create is a fusion of melodic Death Metal and Metalcore elements.
Where to begin? This is a band that has mastered the essential qualities of Metalcore. I can’t quite call them pure Metalcore, though, because I can definitely sense the roots of melodic Death Metal in their sound. They’re young, energetic, and their songs will seriously make it hard for you to sit still. It’s enjoyable and entertaining—definitely a perfect soundtrack for hanging out with friends. They combine screaming and brutal vocals in a way that creates a beautiful harmony.
Unhallowed was released in 2003 under the Metal Blade label and quickly became a success. It was the band’s third album, and they were finally starting to gain recognition. (Though I actually discovered the band through their music video for “Miasma” on MTV’s Headbanger’s Ball, from the 2005 album of the same name.) Despite some harsh reviews from music critics—who mostly gave the album a 3 out of 5—I personally think it deserves a solid 4. Some critics even gave it a full 5, while others were harsher. But I’m sure that metal maniacs like you will go absolutely wild and give it a 5 without hesitation. Hehe—before I get too carried away, here’s the tracklist:
"Unhallowed" – 1:59
"Funeral Thirst" – 3:55
"Elder Misanthropy" – 2:34
"Contagion" – 3:23
"When The Last Grave Has Emptied" – 3:11
"Thy Horror Cosmic" – 2:55
"The Blackest Incarnation" – 4:43
"Hymn For The Wretched" – 4:18
"Closed Casket Requiem" – 4:25
"Apex" – 5:05
I can highly recommend this band to anyone who wants to bang their head or just let loose with some metal-loving friends. They may be young, but trust me—the music is killer. The drums take full control of the songs, sometimes getting you so hyped you’ll want to punch through a wall. The guitars follow suit, keeping pace with both the drums and vocals. And for all you beautiful, radiant-faced readers—I’ve even uploaded the album to the forum just for you.