OPETH - Damnation - 2003
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Opeth formed in 1990 in Stockholm, Sweden.
After six albums mixing death/heavy metal and prog rock, the band finally introduced a very special 7th album. This one was recorded during the same sessions of Deliverance and released short after its twin. It was produced by Steven Wilson of Porcupine Tree, who also appears as a guest.
No distorted guitars this time. No growls. No violence.
Only acoustic 70's prog rock inspired melodies.
Still lead by the great voice of Mikael Åkerfeldt.
I'm not so much into Opeth heavy stuff but I pretty dig this one.
Check it.
"Over the years, I have always considered Opeth's music different from the norm. They have always been considered as one of the most creative and innovative death metal bands in the world. But with Damnation, the listener is introduced to the tenderhearted creative side of the band. Although Opeth have always included acoustic guitar interludes in their music, the band has chosen this time to take this approach a step further and have created a very mild and smooth album, poignant but never harsh or brutal. Standard song arrangements with progressive influences and very subtle orchestrations.
In fact, the whole album is easy on the ears. Meandering lead guitar work, more prominent strong bass lines than ever before, subtle and interesting instruments such as a mellotron, a grand piano and other keys with 6 and 12 string acoustic guitars leading the way. Sometimes longing and occasionally haunting but Damnation is always interesting and a very enjoyable listen from beginning to end"
www.progarchives.com
www.myspace.com/opeth
Download
Opeth formed in 1990 in Stockholm, Sweden.
After six albums mixing death/heavy metal and prog rock, the band finally introduced a very special 7th album. This one was recorded during the same sessions of Deliverance and released short after its twin. It was produced by Steven Wilson of Porcupine Tree, who also appears as a guest.
No distorted guitars this time. No growls. No violence.
Only acoustic 70's prog rock inspired melodies.
Still lead by the great voice of Mikael Åkerfeldt.
I'm not so much into Opeth heavy stuff but I pretty dig this one.
Check it.
"Over the years, I have always considered Opeth's music different from the norm. They have always been considered as one of the most creative and innovative death metal bands in the world. But with Damnation, the listener is introduced to the tenderhearted creative side of the band. Although Opeth have always included acoustic guitar interludes in their music, the band has chosen this time to take this approach a step further and have created a very mild and smooth album, poignant but never harsh or brutal. Standard song arrangements with progressive influences and very subtle orchestrations.
In fact, the whole album is easy on the ears. Meandering lead guitar work, more prominent strong bass lines than ever before, subtle and interesting instruments such as a mellotron, a grand piano and other keys with 6 and 12 string acoustic guitars leading the way. Sometimes longing and occasionally haunting but Damnation is always interesting and a very enjoyable listen from beginning to end"
www.progarchives.com
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