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FeedsIt seems every year I say it, but this year it’s truer than ever: this was one hell of a year for metal. Sure, we had our share of high profile duds come our way (Heaven and Hell, Ensiferum, Pelican, Killswitch Engage) and more than enough popular records that had many of us wondering if this was the end of not only metal, but music in general (Suicide Silence, Five Finger Death Punch, Winds of Plague), but when we got good albums, a very surprising number of them turned out to be great ones. In fact, not only was this year’s list of 20 the most difficult to compile in a long time, but I could easily take the next 20 that didn’t make the cut and make a formidable list out of those discs (come to think of it, that’s just what I’ll do). There was an embarrassment of metal riches in 2009, so much so that the rankings below don’t mean anything whatsoever; you cannot go wrong with any of the titles I mention. That said, if you merely dabble in heavy music and think the Mastodon record is good (which it most certainly is), just wait until you hear this list’s top three.
Honorable mentions, in alphabetical order: Agoraphobic Nosebleed: Agorocalypse; Anaal Nathrakh: In the Constellation of the Black Widow; Augury: Fragmentary Evidence; Behemoth: Evangelion; Bloody Panda: Summon; The Gates of Slumber: Songs of Blood and Thunder; Ghost Brigade: Isolation Songs; God Forbid: Earthsblood; Greymachine: Disconnected; Hacride: Lazarus; Immortal: All Shall Fall; Megadeth: Endgame; Napalm Death: Time Waits for No Slave; Portal: Swarth; Saviours: Accelerated Living; Skeletonwitch: Breathing the Fire; Slough Feg: Ape Uprising!; Suffocation: Blood Oath; Wolves in the Throne Room: Black Cascade; Voivod: Infini
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As much as it pains me to exclude Megadeth’s exuberant Endgame from 2009’s top 20, Revocation’s Relapse debut fully deserves the nod. In fact, the young Boston trio is cut from the same cloth as MegaDave’s band, their hyper-technical brand of thrash metal augmented by the shredding prowess of David Davidson, who finds a comfortable middle ground between the contagious aggression of Lamb of God and the progressive death metal strains of Neuraxis. If packaged and promoted properly, Revocation could have a huge 2010.
19
The death veterans have experienced a creative rebirth ever since hooking up with producer Erik Rutan, and not only does their eleventh album continue the forward momentum that 2006’s Kill set into motion, but Evisceration Plague ranks among the best records they’ve ever put out. Not much has changed stylistically, as they’re as punishing as ever, but unlike bands half their age, songwriting takes precedence over pure brutality, the end result being the kind of confident work that only master craftsmen could pull off.
18
The Brooklyn band wasted no time following up last year’s debut, and although it might seem that guitarists Mick Barr and Colin Marston haven’t deviated too much on Dimensional Bleedthrough, there are plenty of subtle differences on this 75-minute beast. The production is considerably more muscular in tone and the compositions focus on riff melodies as opposed to extended solos, while the increased roles of bassist Nick McMaster and drummer Lev Weinstein make this record feel much more like a complete band effort than before.
17
Who says you can’ teach an old dog new tricks? Having churned out plenty of good, reliable Satanic, anti-Christian, war-obsessed black metal since the early ‘90s, the Swedish mainstays started to evolve subtly ever since taking on Daniel “Mortuus” Rosten as their front man in 2004, but their 11th effort is especially stunning. A blend of pure, old-fashioned speed, pulverizing slower passages, well-timed atmospherics, eloquent lyrics, and good production, it’s the perfect backdrop for Mortuus to deliver his most charismatic vocal performance with Marduk to date.
16
At first listen, Liturgy might sound like an absolute mess of indecipherable screams, distortion, and some of the most manic, blindingly fast blastbeats you’ll ever hear, but let it settle and you’ll realize Greg Fox’s loose drumming lends the songs an undeniable groove, while Hunter Hunt-Hendrix’s guitar work evokes both the swirling, standing-in-a-blizzard atmospherics of Weakling and the stately melodies of early Ulver. Yes, they live in Brooklyn, and yes, they distance themselves from underground black metal scene police. But don’t think of calling these talented upstarts hipsters.
15
Two years after the disappointing Ithyphallic, everyone’s favorite Egyptology-obsessed death metal band is back in a gigantic way with a record that returns to the form of 2002’s In Their Darkened Shrines and 2005’s Annihilation of the Wicked. Mastermind Karl Sanders and collaborator Dallas Toler-Wade waste no time in pleasing their fans: truly brutal riffing, chilling ambient touches, and some of the most beastly growls you’ll ever hear, but unlike Ithyphallic, songs like “Kafir!” and “Permitting the Noble Dead to Descend to the Underworld” are wickedly, unexpectedly catchy.
Adrian,
As always, a well thought-out and detailed review of the year in metal. I’m very surprised that Behemoth, God Forbid, Megadeth, Portal, Slough Feg, & Wolves in the Throne Room didn’t crack the top 20, but reviewing the list, it’s hard to argue with the top tier. And I’m surprised that Mastodon didn’t squeeze into the top 10.
Hail & Horns to my brother in the cold white North!
Posted by Mike Tedone from Rochester, NY on December 11, 2009 at 9:46 am
I realise that a poll of any sort must annoyingly attract comments in the “Why didn’t you include….?” style and I’m predictably going to fall into that group. I’d rate a good number of your list, especially the richly deserved Cobalt release, but was surprised to not see No Made Sense “The Epillanic Choragi” in either the top list that made it or even the runners-up.
I’m not sure if it was being released back in March that counted against it in some end of year polls (or just it’s rather ungainly title) but I have had it in my top 10 alongside a lot you picked, hence being surprised it wasn’t mentioned if tastes mesh that well.
I do realise you’re not liable to alter the list (to do so would be rather silly at best) but more just wanted to sate my curiosity at it’s absence? Oh, and no, I’m not connected with the band/label - I simply think it’s a staggering album for such a young band!
Keep up the good reading material.
Carpy.
Posted by Carpy from Gateshead on December 11, 2009 at 10:25 am
Carpy, to be honest I hadn’t heard the No Made Sense record (I don’t believe it was released domestically here in North America), but I’m listening now, and am quite impressed by its whole Tool/Meshuggah feel. Cheers!
Posted by Adrien Begrand on December 11, 2009 at 1:46 pm
Dudeman,
Hacride should be on this list, you know they should.
Posted by Lybrium from Canada on December 11, 2009 at 3:00 pm
A very good list indeed. I have no serious objections except Katatonia (I consider their last album to be very weak), Nile (also mediocre) and Slayer. I’d add some bands (Callisto, Poison the Well, Om, Swallow the Sun), some put higher (new Mastodon is fantastic!), some lower, but that’s a matter of personal opinion. Overall a very strong list.
And thank you for another year of great reviews!
Posted by Olexiy Sydorchuk on December 11, 2009 at 3:35 pm
It’s frightening that you youngsters have NO recollection of the history of metal, and you really think Behemoth, Marduk, or Nile ARE METAL ? Where these bands are nothing more than a subpar sub-genre of metal far removed from the main body of work, they are a small (not so talented) fragment. Every band with a talentless vocalist and mediocre musical ability end up in this pool of death-black-crap metal underground cesspool. (fast double bass does NOT count as musicality, and blast beats are just about as stupid as drumming can get)
None of these “vocalists” can hold a note and if you played an instrument you’d also realize musically most of these bands are far from special. Sped up riffs are not special, they’re just sped up.
“Metal” started with bands like Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Black Sabbath, then the next generation Metallica, Testament, Pantera and so on. All those guys could sing, play and write creative stuff with REAL musicality.
Posted by DeadBoltBobby from Silverstate & Germany on December 11, 2009 at 5:36 pm
The Hacride album is indeed excellent, I’m a big admirer of theirs, and the least I could do was give them an honorable mention nod. Like I say in the intro, that second list of 20 is very nearly as strong as my top 20! It’s been that good a year.
And Olexiy, although I like the Swallow the Sun album for what it is, having a rather formulaic record come out right after the lavish Katatonia disc was probably the worst thing that could happen…it’s like going from prime rib to canned ham. I’m actually more intrigued by Mikko Kotamaki’s other project Barren Earth, to be honest.
Posted by Adrien Begrand on December 11, 2009 at 8:43 pm
Alright youngsters, raise you hand if like black metal.
Okay, keep your hand up if you also like (old school) Metallica, Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Pantera, and Black Sabbath.
All of you?
Okay now, keep your hands up if you own at least two t-shirts by any of those bands?
All of you again?
What was DeadBoltBobby’s point?
Oh yeah, you guys should all go learn about those bands that you grew up listening to. Or something.
Come on dude. The kids are alright, and they know their metal. You don’t just wake up one day and go “hey, I bet Marduk would be fun to listen to!” No, you generally start with seventies NWBHM and 80’s thrash and then work your way into it.
I’m especially puzzled by your first sentence. Death metal isn’t metal? You don’t have to like it, but it’s metal. Or METAL, if you prefer. Actually METAL is probably more appropriate for Nile or Behemoth.
Posted by Jamie on December 12, 2009 at 3:31 am
BOO for excluding Devin Townsend Project,
and DOUBLE BOO for including SUNN O)))
you exclude the most profilic, most talented musician in metal today for an hourlong droning fart of an album. SUNN NO
Posted by Goon on December 14, 2009 at 12:31 am
I bought Cobalt’s “Gin” based on your review. The guitar playing/sound seems so Tool inspired I find it distracting. I’m finding it hard not to dismiss them completely for it. There were some other records on your list more deserving of this spot, as this is not a very inventive or interesting recording.
Posted by Burt from PDX, OR, USA on December 14, 2009 at 3:09 am
I must say I don’t see the appeal of the Cobalt record. Like, at all. After several listens, I deleted it. The main drawback is the riffing - just very tepid, obvious change. Maybe I’m partial to “fast” but even so, they just come across as pretty boring. On the other hand, a doff my cap to the Krallice inclusion, and giving Converge their due. Both are stunning albums.
Did everyone forget about the new Coalesce album? Did we decide it wasn’t that great after all?
Posted by AutomaticBlack on December 14, 2009 at 3:11 pm
Devin Townsend has his moments on both Ki and Addicted (Addicted is the superior record), but neither were quite consistently good enough in my opinion.
To dismiss Cobalt quickly is a big mistake. Give it time to settle in, it’s an exceptional piece of work.
As for Coalesce’s Ox, I didn’t forget about it, I just think it’s a touch overrated. The arrangements are often amazing (“Wild Ox Moan” is a great track), but the vocals are a major sticking point for me…to hear boring Agnostic Front-style hardcore barking over such a cool musical backdrop is just too distracting for my ears.
Posted by Adrien Begrand on December 15, 2009 at 12:39 am
um….where the hell is Liebe Ist Fur Alle Da? It’s Rammstein’s best album since 1996. And why is decent at best shit like Between The Buried and Me on this list?
Posted by Cody Lamie from Philadelphia on December 15, 2009 at 3:32 pm
My Top 20 would have included the latest Dream Theatre, as I think it was their strongest, heaviest, best-produced effort in years. They really bring the noise in concert, as well.
Great list - glad to see love for both Mastodon and Baroness. A great year for metal, indeed!
Posted by iRandy from Alliston, Ontario on December 17, 2009 at 4:05 pm
I agree with Adrien with almost everything he’s said, the list and his comments afterwards. I love Swallow The Sun, but they shouldn’t have released that right after Katatonia (who happen to be my favourite band)
I do find SUNN O))) to be very boring, but I mean to each their own. And I probably wouldn’t have included Slayer. But I think you did a really good job here, cheers.
Oh, and Cody. Rammstein….ugh. I don’t even want to think about them. For a band that I’ve followed (and enjoyed) for the last few albums, that album made me want to throw myself down the stairs.
Posted by Jordan on December 19, 2009 at 11:09 am
Solid article; well-written and informative.
Like Carpy, I have to be predictable and ask a question: can’t Burnt by the Sun and Minsk get some love?
I can’t really knock any of the choices (besides Revocation, who are pretty overrated; there’s not a memorable riff on that whole record), so I can see why neither made it. An embarrassment of riches indeed.
I’d gladly back you up on Coalesce though. We waited over nine years for that mess? Seriously?
Cobalt is a decent choice for #1, from what I’ve heard of it. I’ve listened to Kylesa and Burnt by the Sun over 100 times each, though, so I know those records far better. That first listen to Cobalt really opened my eyes though. It was my first time hearing anything from them, and it was one of those eye-opening experiences that the best metal provides.
After 100 or so listens, will “Gin” hold up to “Static Tensions”, “Heart of Darkness”, or even “Axe to Fall”? I’ll see in a month or two, I guess.
Keep up the good work.
Posted by big_red01027 from TX on December 21, 2009 at 5:37 pm
Cattle Decapitation - The Harvest Floor
It was released very early on so maybe you just forgot about it?
Posted by and death shall have no dominion on December 22, 2009 at 7:30 pm
Cobalt sounds a lot more Neurosis-derivative than Tool-derivative to me. And what do you know, Tool is Neurosis-derivative, too. So if it’s distracting when listening to Gin, it should be just as distracting when listening to every Tool recording. Personally, I don’t think it’s that strong of a similarity, and I quite like the similarity I hear.
Listen to Eater of Birds and then move on to Gin and the musical choices and progression might make more sense.
Plus, it’s so much heavier, harsher, faster, and angrier than anything Tool has done. Even if it was complete Tool worship (which it’s not even close), I’d LOVE to hear “heavier, harsher, faster, and angrier” Tool. I’d consider that plenty inventive, considering it’s a style that relies so much on dynamics, just cranking it up in every way would present a huge problem.
It seems like some people just hear what they want to hear.
Posted by Professor Grabbyfists on December 26, 2009 at 1:50 am
It’s nice to see Katatonia at 2, I always feel they get neglected. That album is really great
Posted by Steph on December 29, 2009 at 10:38 am
Hello Adrien,
I’ve listened to metal for almost 30 years but since the year 200, I am less in touch with the scene, the new bands and so on. That’s why I looked for the best of 2009 in the hope of discovering new bands and such.
Thank you very much for your list, which features many band I had never heard of, some bands I barely know and a few pretty good ones.
I know lists are always controversial but I thought I would still give a few impressions. These are of course just opinions.
-I didn’t find Heaven and Hell to be a dud, personally. Just not a great record for these guys but still better than most modern metal I hear these days. Vinnie Appice definitely holds the band back, however.
-I like Katatonia, one of the few bands I know very well on the list. This is a great album by them. On the other hand, I thought the last Paradise Lost (Faith Divides Us – Death Unites Us) was even better. This was my metal record of the year 2009, in fact. Disappointed not to even see an honorable mention.
-The new Megadeth was a cool step forward for the band. Their first record I’ve cared for since Countdown. It’s still not amazing, IMO. But I’m glad Mustaine is back on track. Which brings me to my next point…
-Kreator’s Hordes of Chaos was my favorite old school thrash record this year, and would make my top 10, I think. Some songs are weaker but the strong tracks are just out of this world! Mille Petrozza’s style always paid tribute to classic bands but is nonetheless one hell of a riffmaster. Even though it sometimes sounds derivative, it kicks ass!
I’m discovering great bands thanks to you. Impressed by Cobalt, Baroness. Krallice sounds interesting… must listen more.
Metal was always the kind of music that is best passed from one fan to another. So we need people like you making reviews and we need to respect each others opinions and let those around us know about these gems we find.
I will read more of your stuff, in the hope to find more metal to my liking because frankly, unlike you, I find that the quality of metal has been decreasing since the 90s.
Take care
Posted by Martin from Montreal on January 2, 2010 at 2:24 am
thanks for sharing. these are very useful information which i can add to my homework. thanks again.
Posted by Albüm indir from london on January 14, 2010 at 10:48 am
Dead Bolt Bobby! Is that a name, or an instruction? I am happy to comply if you supply the weapon! 2009 was a top year for metal, I concur. I especially loved, and I mean LOVED the superb Liturgy LP . . . transcendental, indeed. Krallice are life-affirming too, with ‘DB’ expanding expertly on their stellar debut. Thou continue to rule the divine, yet to rise. Tons of quality gear from Wicked King Wicker and Blue Sabbath Black Cheer too. Be amusing to guage auld Bobby’s reaction to the latter’s ‘Doom Mantra’ . . .
hails
je
Posted by jean encoule from UK on January 19, 2010 at 12:17 pm
A good list. Adrien Begrand always creates one of my most trusted year-end best of metal lists. I also like Terrorizer Magazine’s year-end list. PopMatters has turned me on to great albums by Opeth, Clutch, Nile, Behemoth, Between the Buried and Me, High on Fire, Mastodon, Celtic Frost, Converge, Enslaved, Nachtmystium, Genghis Tron, The Dillinger Escape Plan, Krallice, Gojira, Wetnurse, & Goatwhore, among others. Sure, I could have read about these albums before buying them from many sources, but I’ve grown to trust the reviews on PopMatters. Thanks, and keep up the good work!
Posted by Urban Cyclist on January 19, 2010 at 4:53 pm
It is interesting to see what some people would consider to be “not so talented” and not metal. Behemoth and Nile are definitely metal, and the thought that a technical metal band like Nile are “not so talented” is just untrue. I’ve seen best of 2009 metal lists that included KISS and Steel Panther. If someone were to say that these bands are not metal, they would have a point. But you cannot legitimately claim that Behemoth, Marduk, and Nile are not metal.
Posted by Urban Cyclist on January 19, 2010 at 6:51 pm
As someone with a recollection of the history of metal; In the 1980’s I recall people saying that newer thrash metal bands like Metallica and Testamant had talentless vocalists and mediocre musical ability when compared to more established bands like Judas Priest and Iron Maiden. It’s an old arguement, but one that appears not to have gone away.
Posted by Urban Cyclist on January 19, 2010 at 7:53 pm
I don’t know how many people would agree with me, but my opinion is that the overall quality of metal that has been produced over the last 5 years is very high. There has been a good quantity of bands over several metal genres creating first-rate material. I’ve certainly added music to my iPod that really like.
Posted by Urban Cyclist on January 20, 2010 at 2:52 pm
Sorry guys, but at this far the most objective opinion I’ve read is from URBAN CYCLIST, that OLD FASHIONED-BORING argument that states “...this band is better than the other just because appreared first, and from it all are a bunch of copies…” it’s quite reduntant, you remember me my oldest uncle who was born with Maiden and Wasp, I mean I love the PRIEST and MAIDEN, also PANTERA and EXODUS, but I remember one time I’ve hear KATATONIA I felt into sleep (Booooooorrrriiiiinnnnggggg!!!), and then MASTODON Rocks!!!!......remember you make good the bands, I remember some magazine states ” Venom is the worst talented band ever”.....you know maybe it’s true, I mean you can hear the errors in their albums but the attitude it’s a whole different thing, you may judge that….the attitude….I’ve been hearing METAL for almost 25 years, and many band came and go…..right know I’m hearing Natalie Imbruglia…..she’s hot!!!...and maybe she can sing good TEACHER’S PET….you’ve never know…..ROCK ON!!!!
Posted by Epic Fuel on January 30, 2010 at 4:06 pm
EPIC FAIL OF A LIST!
KATATONIA? COBALT? BULLSHIT!
SUPERCHRIST AND PESTE NOIRE ARE THE SHIT!
Posted by Ilija on February 5, 2010 at 2:27 pm
its all personal choice guys bridging between quality music and artistic freedom has always been the cause for arguements. i like Baroness Katatonia’s new album and dislike Cobalt. However, your description of Katatonia’s music is somewhat off.. Katatonia is maturing. They still inject doom to their music by means of atmosphere and lyrical content. It’s not 80s goth and mainstream.
Posted by Coldsun on February 11, 2010 at 7:07 am
five finger death punch’s War is the Answer should have easily made up there and #1; it easily beats out Cobalt and the others.
Posted by Hellfire on February 22, 2010 at 12:11 am
Solid list, but what’s this shit in the intro about “our share of high profile duds… Pelican”. What We All Come To Need is their best record by a fucking mile, and about time too. Otherwise, great job.
Posted by Bob on February 25, 2010 at 3:45 am
wrath?? where is it?? serisously? other goodies but no lamb of god :( disapointed
Posted by Rachel on March 26, 2010 at 8:40 pm
It amazes me that Katatonia are included here, and even at position #2, and Paradise Lost’s brilliant “Faith divides us, death unites us” has been left out. That’s the reason I think this whole list is useless.
Posted by Fernando from Spain on May 3, 2010 at 11:51 am
Maybe it’s because I like a groove. Maybe it’s because I’ve listened to entirely too much Tool and QOTSA. But holy shit man, why does so much metal suck? How the heaven do the bands that constitute the majority of a genre expect to get anything out of their efforts (or lack there of in MOST cases)? I mean honestly, come on now people, it almost all sounds the same and even the ones that break the mold lack the unique artistic integrity it takes to breakthrough to any sort of success. Same themes, same riffs, same sad stale chords. Metal isn’t in better shape than previous years, it just has more coverage via the net. It is all quite sad and boring.
Posted by Daniel from North Carolina on June 20, 2010 at 5:23 pm
It’s easy to get the impression that metal almost all sounds the same, and I’m sure in some cases that’s true. Some bands try to be a carbon copy of another band. Some bands are original and exciting on their first couple of recordings, then they get watered down by commercial success.
I can’t remember where I heard this said, but it’s true. “Metal demands alot from the listener.” When I hear a new band or a new album for the first time, I don’t necessarily hear the things that I will ultimately grow to like. Sometimes I have to listen to the album a few times, and then it really begins to impress me. Pesonally, I try to weed out the bad stuff by reading trusted reviews, then listen to the bands that have been given good reviews. I guess the internet has helped in that respect. There’s more metal out there these days, so there are probably more bad bands, but I think the reverse is true as well. There are some really great bands out there. When I think anout he level of talent in bands like Opeth or Between the Buried and Me, I’m amazed. I think bands like that do a great job of blending styles, and creating something new.
I like QOTSA and Tool too. I thnk they’re a couple of bands who have been able to balance a certain level of commercial success, and still maintain artistic integrity. That’s not easy to do.
Posted by Urban Cyclist on June 21, 2010 at 1:42 pm
I totally agree. I’d like to elaborate on the idea of commercial success. I think that in some cases, obviously not all, that commercial success is a sign of artistic integrity. An art form that receives such attention connects with the masses on a level that goes beyond genre. Now the more extreme forms of metal will be polarizing and the more extreme, the smaller the fan base. That doesn’t mean it isn’t any good, but in a lot of cases yes, that is the fact. A wide dynamic of emotional characteristics doesn’t hurt either. A band that concentrates on communicating ideas such as anger, anti- christian themes or death or whatever will mostly appeal to those whose lives contain that sort experience. There are a good bit of angry folks out there, but that anger passes in most cases and so does the success of the band. To me, progression is the name of the game. It is human nature to progress. If there is no progression, there is no growth. Survival is the largest cause for evolution or progression.
Posted by Daniel from North Carolina on June 21, 2010 at 4:17 pm
I could be getting into semantics now, but I think what you may mean is that artists need a certain level of professional integrity or professional savvy if they want to make a good financial living in music. It’s easier for artists with a wide appeal, marketing, and radio play to make money at their craft. That doesn’t mean they don’t have to work hard or be experienced musicians, but it may mean that they need to compromise in order to have a wider appeal. I look a band like Metallica that had some great early recordings. Their first four albums are metal classics that received virtually no radio airplay in the 1980’s. They may not have made alot of money during those years, but they did earn reputation. If you were into Metallica in the 1980’s, in most cases you were a die-hard metal fan. In the 1990’s Metallica was adopted by the mainstream. Their newer recordings received airplay, and their anger and angst faded as they received praise and success. There is something less genuine about the music they play now. You can just tell that it’s very calculated. I like a handful of their later songs, but I don’t listen to their newer albums all the way through. Starting with The Black Album, I may like one or 2 songs on an album and maybe none at all. They’ll probably sell more albums now, but I doubt that people feel as passionate about there later recordings the way their die-hard fans did about an album like Ride the Lightning. There are other bands whose anger faded as well. Suicidal Tendencies is another good example. Their whole sound in the early years was based on the angst of youth, but their later recordings lacked that same energy.
Some artists don’t completely sell out to the mainstream, but have long careers based on a smaller, yet loyal fanbase. Motörhead or Pearl Jam would be good examples.
Some bands, like Nirvana, inexplicably have the mainstream come to them. When I was listening to Bleach in the late 1980’s, I would have never thought that Nirvana would be huge only a couple of years down the road.
Then there are bands that always did aim for the mainstream. These are bands that I generally would not listen to. I can’t stand to listen to stuff like Nickelback or Miley Cyrus. For me, that stuff is like fingernails on a chalkboard. Very popular music, but it does not appeal to me.
For me, the true spirit of music will always be in the more avant-garde recordings. I like to listen to bands like Genghis Tron and Krallice. I know that I’m in the minority, but I’m okay with that. That’s the way it works. Innovative artists create new and exciting sounds. After time, some of those elements filter into the mainstream.
Posted by Urban Cyclist on June 28, 2010 at 4:57 pm