Release
date: September 15th
2018. Label: Self
Released.
Format: DD
Shroud
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Tracklisting
1.Shroud
05:16
2.Birthright
Baby 05:01
3.Forest
of Faith
4.The
Wheel
5.Unifier
6.Cities
of the Dead
7.New
Blood
8.Deer
God
Members
Vocals
| Travis Acosta
Bass
| Rob Norton
Drums
| Chris Kain
Guitar
| Chris Trentecosta
Guitar
| John Maracich
Review
SpaceMetal
return with their new album Shroud and as the album cover and title
suggests this is a heavier affair than their debut album. It seems
the band have taken influence from bands such as Black Sabbath and
Alice In Chains especially in the lyrics department. The album is
quite dark and complex with the band offering a different vision
compared to their debut album.
Opening
song - Shroud - is a gloomy Doom/Stoner Metal song that captures the
bleak mood within the SpaceMetal camp. Heavy guitars have a slight
classic heavy metal feel when merged with the modern sounding Stoner
Metal riffs. The vocals whilst constantly engaging take some time to
fully gel with the music. The song-writing is direct with the music
being the main strength of the entire album. The opening song is a
good indication on what to expect on the rest of the album as
SpaceMetal never lose sight of their bleak surroundings.
Maybe
SpaceMetal could have changed the overall sound of certain parts of
the album. As it can sound too similar at times. That's my only
complaint about the album with Shroud is that it doesn't take enough
risks. However SpaceMetal have still crafted a huge sounding album
that moves from classic Doom Metal to modern sounding Stoner Metal
with relevant ease. Other standout songs include - Birthright Baby,
Forest Of Faith, Unifer and New Blood. These songs are where
SpaceMetal feel the most comfortable on the album and perhaps the
heaviest moments on the album.
If
you're looking for a classic sounding Doom Metal album that has
gloomy thrills and spills galore then you can't go wrong with
SpaceMetal and this hugely entertaining album. If you're a fan of the
bands previous album then you will be pleased to hear the band have
still managed to include a high amount of psychedelic rock/metal
guitar solos that leave you wanting more.
The
album is superbly produced. Nothing feels overdone and the album
flows naturally well. Shroud is another winning entry from SpaceMetal
and should no doubt impress their established fan base whilst
attracting new fans along the way as well.
Excellent
and Highly Recommended.
Words
by Steve Howe
Thanks
to SpaceMetal
for the promo. Shroud will be available to buy on DD from
September 15th
2018.
