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The second full-length album by Italian Alternative/Modern Thrash Metal band.
Fine mix of Hard Rock and Modern Metal, melody and aggressiveness, inspired by old school Metal. The approach of the band has remained the same as in a first album - simply playing the music they enjoy and do best, but moving further to a more violent and personal sound characterized by distinctive instrumental performance.
Lyrics cover such topics as war, good versus evil, nihilism, abuse of power and alienation.
For fans of: Metallica, Black Sabbath, Pantera and Slipknot!
Selfreleased, 2014. Made in Italy. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Bleed 4:07
2. Wasted Beauty 4:09
3. Crawling Feelings 4:38
4. Scars 4:16
5. Disappearing 4:36
6. Chosen 3:57
7. Drama's End 4:07
8. Smiling Mask 4:06
Total playing time: 33:56

Russian edition of the third full-length album by American Groove/Nu Metal band.
You may know this already if you are a Mudvayne fan, but the drummer describes their music as Math Metal, and you can see why when you listen. They use odd time meters, but they make it sound great. The guitar riffs in this album are awesome. It feels like the guitar riffs could just rip through you. The drumming is really great. Everyone knows when you hear a good drummer, because the beats are just really catchy and he's just got rhythm in him. The bass lines are great too. Usually you can’t really hear the bass in many bands, but the bass in this is great. You can really hear it. Mudvayne is really good at making guitar, bass, drums, and great vocals fit perfectly into one. Every member of Mudvayne is very talented.
The lyrics are very powerful and fit the music perfectly. Chad Grey has one of the best Metal voices. He can use a soft voice for the slower/less loud part of songs, then he can use yell his lungs out, and make it sound great. There's always those bands that have a lead singer who can sing perfectly to fit their music. Metallica, Pantera, Pearl Jam, Slipknot, and of course Mudvayne.
The album had major success in the U.S., debuting at number 2 and being certified Gold by the RIAA shortly afterward. It has sold about 800000 copies as of August 2006 and is the band's most successful album to date!
Overall, this is their best album, besides "L.D.50", which kicks ass by the way. Mudvayne is in the top of their class in Nu-Metal! If you’re a Metal fan then you should definitely get this album!!
Epic/Sony BMG Music Entertainment Russia, 2005 (82876 73210 2). Made in Russia.


Tracklist:
1. Determined     2:39 
2. Pushing Through     3:28 
3. Happy?     3:37 
4. Imn     5:51 
5. Fall Into Sleep     3:51 
6. Rain, Sun, Gone     4:35 
7. Choices     8:05 
8. Forget To Remember     3:35 
9. Tv Radio     3:26 
10. Just     3:00 
11. All That You Are     6:11 
12. Pulling The String     5:05
Total playing time: 53:23

The fifth full-length album by the American Thrash Metal/Crossover band.
Exodus described aptly the aesthetics of being caught in a Thrash mosh pit in their all time classic anthem “Toxic Waltz” published in 1989. Good friendly violent fun in store of all. In the case of Municipal Waste this punch line is automatically translated to good friendly violent Crossover fun in store for all. Their first three records were the absolute tribute to the Crossover genre, as it was coined in the ‘80s where a good number of Thrash and Hardcore bands were intrigued from "opposite" trends and infused them into their ways. In "Massive Aggressive" however, the band aimed for a more mature way of song writing and to the delight of a good portion of metalheads this transition was warmly heralded. However, die hard Crossover fans complained about loss of fun and immediacy by one of their favorite bands. "Massive Aggressive" was awesome in every possible aspect, however everybody knows that the band’s true game lies in their reckless oscillation between the Hardcore and Thrash extremes. Their new album, "The Fatal Feast", is nothing short of the good old Municipal Waste we all come to love and wreck our necks with, but with a fair load of wisdom from previous massive aggressive affairs.
In "The Fatal Feast" the Crossover wheel is hardly reinvented with respect to the band’s first three records. However, the acquired benefit of maturity from the band’s previous album is more than evident. Municipal Waste use their previously attained wisdom with the sole purpose of optimizing their "standard" Crossover line of business. In result, the whole record sounds like one big and homogeneous Thrash/Hardcore song that lasts for the overall 37 minutes of the record, as the musical diversity that made "Massive Aggressive" so distinct in the first place is deliberately absent. The homogeneity of the music is further favored from the flawless sound production, the best the band ever had up to now. Apart from the musical aspect, the band concludes a return to form in terms of its lyrical content. Municipal Waste have dressed their music with some of the most entertaining lyrics (“The Fatal Feast”) they have ever written in their entire career. The lyrical merit of the eponymous song is so powerful that it can single-handedly drive critically acclaimed actor Leslie Nilsen (RIP) to take a temporary leave of absence from heaven and film one of his notorious film parodies, based on all time classic science fiction and splatter/gore films. Holding all aforementioned attributes in mind, the record’s merit is fluctuating only with regard to the kind of sensation every fan group is seeking from its Crossover Thrash. It is excellent for the band’s future live mayhem, great for domestic listening sessions with fellow Crossover diehards under the influence of tons of alcohol and plain good for those who were sold by the unexpected musical diversity of "Massive Aggressive".
With their new album Municipal Waste make an emphatic return to the ensemble of attributes that made them such a fun to listen Crossover act in the first place. As the band's experimentation interval with musical maturity was used to make the new album's music more effective and catchy than in before, "The Fatal Feast" registers as a worthy addition in their back catalog!!
The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard new artist charts.
Limited Edition CD includes bonus track “Eviction Party”.
Nuclear Blast GmbH, 2012 (NB 2764-0). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Waste In Space (Main Title) 0:57
2. Repossession 2:26
3. New Dead Masters 2:49
4. Unholy Abductor 1:20
5. Idiot Check 2:11
6. Covered In Sick / The Berfer 3:11
7. You're Cut Off 1:14
8. Authority Complex 2:22
9. Standards And Practices 3:02
10. Crushing Chest Wound 2:30
11. The Monster With 21 Faces 1:49
12. Jesus Freaks 2:24
13. The Fatal Feast 3:09
14. 12 Step Program 1:35
15. Eviction Party (Bonus Track) 1:23
16. Death Tax 2:52
17. Residential Disaster 4:00
Total playing time: 39:14


Samples: http://www.last.fm
https://soundcloud.com

The debut and only full-length album by Brazilian Thrash Metal band.
Derrick Green, the frontman of Sepultura, found his suitable home with his new Brazilian band!! And this new band is much suitable for Green rather the awkwardness of the new Sepultura. After the great 80’s years and early 90’s (1991), Sepultura never recovered from the shock it has been going through and after Cavalera left, it went even more downward.
This bunch of fire breathing old schoolers led by Andre NM decided to rip out the roots of old school and use them for their Thrash Metal music. As they derived their style from Municipal Waste, old Sepultura, Kreator, Nuclear Assault and tiny winy of Slayer, these guys found their true Metal niche. Of course that with the help of Green, which fitted like a glove right from the start, there is no better way than to release a full-length debut.
And Musica Diablo have major balls of a music! They are gutting, chopping, killing and murdering with their ferocity, melodic rawness and mayhemic speed, all in the name of old school Thrash Metal. Moreover, the addition of old school Hardcore to the mixture is rather nice and has its fine edges especially on those raw grooves and diversity on the straightforward passages. In the end, this is a Thrash/Speed onslaught with the free willing of Hardcore, yep, American old Hardcore. Green is unrefined, evil and even brutal. His pals are very aggressive, yet showing great talents on their instruments.
Musica Diablo is an 80’s oriented band with a whole lot of attitude. It has everything an old schooler would look in a release. This band has every reason to make something bombastic and much more illustrated than their debut. But unfortunately, the band split-up.
Nevertheless, this is a good part of Thrash Metal history! Green, you rules!!
The German version has a different cover of the original Brazilian version.
SAOL, 2010 (SAOL042). Made in Germany. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Sweet Revenge 3:19 
2. Sacrifice 3:10 
3. Live To Buy 2:24 
4. Underlord 3:33 
5. Work Out 3:00 
6. Lifeless 3:35 
7. In The Name Of Greed 2:03 
8. Betrayed 3:16 
9. The Flame Of Anger 2:57 
10. Twisted Hate 3:13 
11. The Rack 2:54
Total playing time: 33:30 min.


Samples: https://musicadiablo.bandcamp.com

The first compilation album by Swedish Heavy/Stoner Metal band.
Just a great Metal collection with fun songs.
The singer reminds of both, Ian Astbury (The Cult) and Glenn Danzig.
Check it out!
Regain Records, 2008 (RR 131). Bootlegged replica. Used (cover/disc): EX+/EX+.


Tracklist:
1. Unsafe At Any Speed 4:33
2. Down In Black 2:45
3. Accident Blackspot 3:37
4. The Deadringer 5:04
5. I Lied 4:26
6. Homophobic/Alcoholic 4:03
7. Frederika 5:00
8. 6:36 4:46
9. Haunted By Myself 4:14
10. Black City 2:35
11. White Magic 4:25
12. The Wave 4:56
13. Dogwash 3:05
14. Monday Warrior 4:35
15. Into The Arena 5:15
16. Ratsafari 4:22
17. I Hunt Alone 3:19
18. Ocean Song 3:30
Total playing time: 74:32 min.

The third full-length studio album by Swedish Heavy/Stoner Metal band.
Mustasch is back on track with their fourth album (and the third full-length), after venturing out with a different producer for "Ratsafari" a couple of years back. "Powerhouse" is indeed just that, chock-full of fat riffs and great production values with a big, mammoth sound and the best set of Mustasch songs to date!
From the immense, chugging riff that opens this newbie with "Haunted By Myself", to the Sabbathy "Frosty White", to the catchy melodrama of "Dogwash", to the strong title track, to the most commercially-accessible, albeit Poppish and Rocking track "I'm Alright", Powerhouse is a keeper! There is very little in the way of mid-level chunks in the stew, as the slower and perhaps somewhat weaker numbers are strategically placed as not to affect the flow of things.
Anyone who likes big, fat, macho Rock with heavyweight riffs and upper echelon vibes, should check this out! Even if the band's vocalist sounds like a stunt double for Ian Astbury from The Cult, you can't go wrong with "Powerhouse". Excellent stuff!!
The album peaked at number 10 on the Swedish charts.
EMI Music Sweden AB/Capitol Records (0946 3 30719 2 6). Bootlegged replica. Used (cover/disc): EX/EX.


Tracklist:
1. Haunted By Myself 4:13
2. Accident Black Spot 3:33
3. Frosty White 3:55
4. Dogwash 3:04
5. Turn It Down 2:50
6. Life On Earth 5:36
7. Powerhouse 3:26
8. I Lied 4:24
9. I'm Alright 3:29
10. Evil Doer 2:59
11. In The Deep - October 8:01
Total playing time: 45:32 min.

The second EP by Spanish Thrash Metal band.
Mutant Squad have been playing old school 80s - early 90s Thrash Metal since 2007. And now they're the most recognizable Thrash Metal act hailing from Galicia (Spain). Since the first live shows in their hometown, Santiago de Compostela, the Mutants have developed their sound constantly, slowly constructing their vision of an open minded Thrash Metal.
“Social Misfits” marked the beginning of a fast rise up through the Underground with a more primitive Thrash Metal based on the works of giants of the genre like Sepultura or Slayer while adding minor foreign sounds from Prog music or Stoner. This 4-song EP is a solid Thrash Metal with even a bit of melody that will have you banging your head. It's full of classic style riffs, pounding drums, quality vocals, influenced by some of the classic bands like Testament, Megadeth, Overkill, Coroner, Sodom and Pantera.
Check this great band, you'll love it from the start!!
Suspiria Records, 2012 (SPR005). Made in Spain. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Black Harvest 5:15
2. Remember 4:57
3. The Machine 4:44
4. Cannon Fodder 7:37
Total playing time: 22:37 min.

The debut and only full-length album by Spanish Thrash Metal band.
Mutant Squad's first album will surprise everyone by its variety, strength and quality. It represents a quantum leap in the history of the band, and will certainly be at the height of the great works of bands already established.
The band initially was called Vael, but shortly name was changed to Mutant Squad. Their style has progressed from dirty classic Thrash Metal to a much more Progressive and modern sound, blending in the sounds of Mastodon, Baroness or Revocation into their cauldron, which was mainly conformed of Slayer, Sodom, Metallica, Megadeth, Iron Maiden etc. Following two EPs, it was the last work of the band under the name Mutant Squad. In 2015, name was shorted to Mutant.
“Titanomakhia” is a powerful mass of Thrash Metal with some amazing guitar works and peppy tempos. Vocals are with no remorse and straightforward. You'll really enjoy this piece of mutant masterclass! Songs like "Rage of the Ohms" or "Blood Over Neo Tokyo" will be classics for every Metalhead automatically!!
Mutant Squad break everything with this blast!!!
Suspiria Records, 2013 (SPR008). Made in Spain. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Overdose 4:45
2. Dead Man Wade 4:28
3. Rage Of Ohms 4:37
4. The Third Eye 4:49
5. Blood Over Neo Tokyo 4:05
6. Titanomakhia 4:59
7. Cult Of Ignorance 3:55
8. Mutants Will Rise 6:00
Total playing time: 37:40 min.


Samples: https://mutantband.bandcamp.com

Debut full-length album by Gothic Metal/Rock band from Italy.
Imagine  a mix of great Extreme Metal with a touch of gothic attitude in the vein of the best SENTENCED releases and HIM at it best!
It’s a real diamond for all HIM fans and not just it!!
Gothic Slam Records, 2005 (Goth cd 03)


Tracklist:
1.Wounds of Tears
2.Die... At the Light of Dawn
3.My Violet Love
4.Ghastly Dance
5.Breath of Desperation
6.Sober Moon
7.Forever Yours

The eleventh full-length album by the legendary British Doom Metal band.
This album is a development of many of My Dying Bride's older musical themes and riffs, which were re-written for a variety of classical instruments, rather than the traditional Metal music instruments; these riffs were combined with new vocals and music, thus creating a release characteristic of both a studio album and a compilation.
"Evinta is project almost 15 years in the making. An idea that has sat smoldering and never really had a reason to burn alive until now. 9 albums worth of darkness recreated anew to mark 20 years of My Dying Bride. Music arranged to the soundscapes of sorrows past. Finally the 20th anniversary allows us to release this music in a form it has been desperately, woefully waiting for. Enjoy the Darkness". - My Dying Bride press release, April 5, 2011.
The idea for "Evinta" dates back to the mid-1990s, when Martin Powell was still in the band; however, the idea was shelved when Powell left both due to the lack of a violin in the band and also due to the possibility that a release of this kind would seem exceptionally pretentious, coming from a band who had been around for merely five years. Once a violinist returned, however, and the band had gained more experience, they began to work on "Evinta" with an aim of releasing in October 2010, to celebrate the band's 20th anniversary. However, this was later pushed back to "until it's ready".
Unlike your regular My Dying Bride record, this time, the band dropped all the guitars, drums and bass, and based their idea on orchestrations (provided by Johnny Maudling of Bal-Sagoth fame), synths, some electronic stuff here and there, and of course, Aaron’s voice helped by the French soprano singer Lucie Roche. Throughout the album, you’ll be hearing tunes that go from “As the Flower Withers” to “For Lies I sire”. It’s quite difficult to point out any track, since the whole is greater than the sum of its parts, however they all share some of the most beautiful and shivering moments, as well as some parts that drag, but after all it's My Dying Bride we’re talking about.
Whether you like it or not, you’ll realize that the Metal elements are not by all means necessary to achieve the band’s goal, of delivering a magnificent dark opera. It’s also quite interesting to hear familiar melodies, and try to identify which original song it belongs to.
More than just a regular “best of”, what we have here is simply daring. A unique opportunity, with absolutely no sequel, for the band to present us something special to celebrate their existence!!
Peaceville Records, 2011 (CDVILEF324). Made in Poland. First press.


Tracklist:

CD 1:
1. In Your Dark Pavilion     10:04
2. You Are Not the One Who Loves Me     06:48 
3. Of Lilies Bent with Tears     07:11 
4. The Distance, Busy with Shadows     10:47
5. Of Sorry Eyes in March     10:34

CD 2:
1. Vanité Triomphante     12:21 
2. That Dress and Summer Skin     09:39 
3. And Then You Go     09:22 
4. A Hand of Awful Rewards     10:21

Total playing time: 87:07


Samples: https://soundcloud.com

The third full-length album by Finnish Thrash Metal band.
The band is really a Technical Thrash Metal band than anything else. Right from the fast-paced riffs, to the solos to the drum blast beats, everything on offer is just heaven for Thrash fans. The band does fall short of getting the backing vocals right, leading to a pale anthemic feel of the songs which could have been so much better with different style and better production - but the solo screams by Sepponen are commendable.
The album takes off right from the first song “Violence Academy”. “Violence For Violence” really is one of the better songs on offer here as the riffs come is a beautiful rhythmic way with a complex song writing displayed here, as the song moves into a low tempo mode in the middle, building the tension in an intriguing way before going back to the heavy riffage mode, all without sounding anything Progressive, clearly displaying the potential and talent of the musicians involved here.
“Unknown Abyss” starts with a distinct guitar work. The clean vocals here make the vocals catchier and even hummable. Both “Thrash on Your Grave” and “Speed of Death” starts with a tasty solo before going mayhem. The album finishes off with another song “Too Drunk to Thrash” filled with sea of sharp bullet like riffs, though nothing out of the world or even different compared to what has been on offer so far. It’s got the party lyrics which has become a cult in Thrash scene since the emergence of bands like Municipal Waste.
The sound of My Funeral can be compared to Artillery and a bit of Slayer due to the distinctive guitar sound. While the sound eliminates the comparisons with Bay Area or Teutonic Thrash, it does have shades of the former. All in all it’s a short album of just under 34 minutes and its worth your time, and both the guitarists here deserve a special mention for creating that ear piercing sound!!
Self-released, 2015 (MYF002). Made in EU. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Violence Academy 
2. Thrash Hammer 
3. Violence For Violence 
4. Unknown Abyss 
5. Thrash On Your Grave 
6. Rest In Business 
7. Speed Of Death 
8. Strongest Falls 
9. Too Drunk To Thrash 
Total playing time: 33:55


Samples: https://myfuneral.bandcamp.com

Debut full-length album by Italian Modern Darkwave/Gothic Rock/Metal band.
My Sixth Shadow was born from the remains of The Masquarade. "Love-Fading Innocence is the first "real" album from My Sixth Shadow, since the band regards their previous "10 Steps 2 Your Heart" record only as a preview of the real debut album.
The music of My Sixth Shadow is a mix of Atmospheric Metal, Darkwave and Modern Metal. The lyrical concepts on this album revolve around love. Thus the description on the press sheet is touché: "A Passionate & Romantic Mix of Dark Emotions & Atmospheres". One of the strengths of My Sixth Shadow is their somewhat diverse compositions that contain astute rhythmic ideas and impressive melodies. Also their use of background vocals is successful. These background vocals are mostly performed in the atmospheric vein of Devon Graves.
My Sixth Shadow is definitely a band worth checking out in case you listen to Atmospheric Metal!
Staying faithful to the lyrical concepts behind this album, the band has even included a cover of U2's "With or Without You" to the end of the album!!
For fans of: Depeche Mode, The 69 Eyes, Poisonblack, Paradise Lost and HIM!!!
Watch Me Fall Records, (WMF03 MSS01). Made in Italy. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Useless 
2. Lonely Darkest Days 
3. So Far
4. As You Hurt Me
5. Shadows In My Love
6. Forever
7. Broken Mirror
8. Hate Loving Hear
9. Invite The Poison
10. Complete
11. Crushed
12. Shades Of Grey
13. With Or Without You Written By U 2


Samples: http://www.last.fm

Debut full-length album by Alternative Hard Rock trio from  Ontario, Canada.
MTR very ably play dark ’90s alternative rock in the vein of Tool, Filter, Deftones. If you own material by any of those bands, you’ll probably find MTR’s sound immediately familiar, from the melodic yet affected vocals to the chunky yet progressive riffs.
There’s no lack of polish here. Singer Bill Dupuis and guitarist Glen Latouf especially deserve kudos for many compelling, well-executed moments on these 12 tracks. But there’s a sameness to some of the songs, and people who were never into the aforementioned bands may find MTR’s esthetic wearyingly dated. That said, this is a solid debut for fans  of Tool, Filter, Deftones.
MTR Music, 2008 (MTR4LFE)


Tracklist:
1. Parasite 3:40
2. On and On 3:34
3. Rockstar 3:38
4. Steal 3:06
5. Something to Say 3:24
6. Same Old Scars (SOS) 1:20
7. MTR 3:37
8. My City 4:07
9. Pedestal 3:49
10. Stupid Me 4:49
11. Damage 1:10
12. Dis Eaze 21:45

Re-release of the debut full-length album by the Polish Technical Thrash Metal band.
Musically intriguing material, previously self-released in 2005, has already made a buzz amongst fans of technical and unconventional Thrash Metal. Myopia which has been around for more than 10 years now, prepared their own atomic dose of music with a lot of suspense, drawing inspiration from both Voivod and the likes of Pestilence, Atheist or Cynic. “Enter Insectmasterplan”, produced by Szymon Czech of Nyia and Third Degree fame, hits with a brilliant technique, complexity and vision.
Technical Thrash Metal crafted with mathematical precision and dexterity. Prepare for an atomic dose of music with a lot of suspense, drawing inspiration from both Voivod and the likes of Pestilence, Atheist or Cynic!! Highly recommended for the all open-minded fans!!!
 Selfmadegod records, 2005/2007 (SMG 029). Made in Poland. Please note: although the CD is new and has never been played there are light visual shabby on the disc surface happened during transit that will not affect the sound quality.


Tracklist:
1. Introth 
2. Planet Groth 
3. The Colony 
4. Factor X 
5. Project Insect 
6. Clones... 
7. Masterplan 
8. Planet Earth 
9. Forgotten Race

The second full-length studio album by Italian Heavy/Power Metal band.
On their second album, band offered up a mix of classic Metal sounds and distinctive Power Metal. Here, they offer the same as on debut album, but embellish their sound with more keyboard and orchestral sounds.
The band is clearly in thrall to the classic era of Metal. There are plenty of odes to Judas Priest, Diamond Head and there is certainly a touch of Bruce Dickinson's rangy howl on certain songs, particularly “Abyssal March”.
Overall, this album has plenty of positives. There are sparks of originality, but at times, it’s classic Power Metal by numbers.
Punishment 18 Records, 2016 (P18R 113). Made in Italy. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Desert Nights 2:03
2. Kingdom Of Sand 4:28
3. Abyssal March 3:44
4. The Deep 5:54
5. The Grave Chant 4:56
6. 039 Lights 2:20
7. Mirror 5:28
8. The Waves 3:04
9. Deathbringer 5:21
10. Ascension 4:32
Total playing time: 41:52 min.

Debut full-length album by Hungarian Black Metal band.
Mystagog was formed in 2006 by two well-known and genuine Hungarian underground musicians: Angmar the vocalist of Witchcraft, Hell and Diecold is responsible for the vocals and the drums while the guitars and the bass are handled by Grave (aka Thanatos) who can be familiar from the releases of Thy Funeral, Spuolus, 666 and Diecold.
With underground production and demented sounding songs, this band is definitely in the low-stream of the Black Metal community. If you dig that aged Black Metal sound, then here is a band you can look forward to hearing more from!
Neverheard Distro, 2011 (NHD017)


Tracklist:
1. ...Execute 04:35
2. Dark Cave and Smoke 03:39
3. ...of Old 03:58
4. Growing Moon 04:41
5. The Blood and the Flesh 04:30
6. Armageddon 04:17
7. The Deep 04:39
8. Devastating Storm 05:37
Total playing time: 35:56

First EP by Japanese Progressive/Melodic Death Metal band.
Formed in 2010, this young quintet of gifted musicians was originally influenced by Nordic Melodic Death Metal. Their sound quickly evolved as they incorporated their own blend of Progressive/Jazz/Fusion elements and lyrical inspiration from Japanese mythology.
Mysterious Priestess is the winner of Metal Battle Japan 2013!
CD comes in special designed foldout cover.
Recommended for fans of Cynic!!
Selfreleased, 2013. Made in Japan. Pressed in Taiwan. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Kusanagi No Tsurugi 5:55
2. Sophisticated Funeral 6:44
Total playing time: 12:39

Young Moscow band MysTerra, working at the intersection of folk metal and Industry, has worked well on the performances of many Russian festivals, like folk or heavy metal music. The first studio album includes songs in Russian, Latin and Old French.
Perechrestok Records, 2009 (PR 27 CD)


Tracklist:
1.Herr Mannelig
2.Заря/Dawn
3.Ai Vis Lo Lop
4.Не для меня/Not For Me
5.Totus Floreo
6.Прощай/Farewell
7.Hаmmeln

The fourth full-length album by the German Power/Speed/Thrash Metal band.
There comes a point in the timeline of a band where it has to prove whether it's got what it takes to make the breakthrough into the major league or if it'll stick in a semi-famous condition.
Mystic Prophecy has already released three albums. They always included well played classic Power Metal, definitely U.S. oriented, but they lacked of something extra to push them over the top. Last year was a hard one for the band of vocalist R.D. Liapakis. Lots of people left the band. First came the departure of guitar virtuoso Gus G. (Firewind, ex-Dream Evil), then followed by drummer Dennis Ekdahl. They were replaced by two guitar players Markus Pohl (Symphorce) and Martin Grimm (Headstone Epitaph). Though this dynamic duo is not as flashy as Mr. G., they manage to nail down some ultra furious guitar playing. The new drummer was found in the face of Matthias Straub (Sacred Steel).
Pulverizing bass sound and annihilating mid-ranging guitars. Damn, these guys sound heavier than many Death Metal bands (have you noticed that a lot of new Death Metal bands sound like they're having a Power Metal production?)! Then we have the compositions. Liapakis has done a fantastic work this time combining European and (mostly) U.S. sound / techniques than he has ever done in the past. From the ultra furious "Shadows Beyond My Soul", up to "In The Darkness", the way this band combines aggression with melody is stunning. All these elements are really nicely balanced, making the listening of the album a very interesting experience.
It was about time for Mr. Liapakis to offer us such a good album! Fans of Heavy f*****g Metal will fall in love with this one!!
Behind track11, after 9:13 minutes of silence, there's a hidden outro spoken for about 30 seconds.
Massacre Records/Mystic Empire/Mazzar Records, 2006 (MYST CD 114). Made in russia.


Tracklist:
1. Shadows Beyond My Soul 4:18
2. Master Of Sins 4:30
3. Evil Empires 4:16
4. Savage Souls 4:30
5. In The Darkness 5:10
6. Deception Of Hate 3:56
7. Sins And Sorrows 4:26
8. Best Days Of My Life 4:30
9. Nightmare Of Demons 4:08
10. Victim Of Fate 4:34
11. Into The Fire 15:14
Total playing time: 59:32 min.

Debut full-length album by Progressive Metal band from Bulgaria.
The band lists Dream Theater as one of their influences but I think this is much heavier owing more to thrash bands of the past. One of the strongest points of the band is vocalist Vladimir Georgiev. He's got great power and is never overwhelmed by the heaviness or complexity of the music.
Highly recommended!
Wroth Emitter, 2008 (W.E. 021)


Tracklist:
1.The Lake 05:26
2.Dying Dreams 04:32
3.Clown 05:44
4.Way To Another World 06:42
5.Mystica 04:58
6.Impression 03:10
7.Spartak 03:58