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Man Of Much Metal

Heck, with a capital 'oooohhh'! This is rather excellent, isn't it?! I was aware of this record on the horizon, but I wasn't blown away by the last record, so I wasn't that excited....that has now changed & I am very interested to hear more of this band. I really like this song. Right up my stre...

Man Of Much Metal

This is in no way a dig at Kamelot, because I've said all I've said on that score...but this is the Tommy that I want to hear - full of passion, individuality and lending his killer pipes to some excellent, intelligent and melodic prog. No-one sounds quite like SW and that's the biggest accolade I c...

Man Of Much Metal

I'm glad I'm not alone with the review issues - I did think long and hard before even writing this review and finally decided to air my issues. On the album itself, I simply can't decide if I like it or not - I've just not had enough access to it to decide. But from what I did hear, I didn't hate it...

Man Of Much Metal

In case anyone is interested, I have penned my review of this new Kamelot album...but my review is a little different to my normal fare & I *may* have gone off on a little rant. But perhaps not for the reasons you may think! In short, I'm still on the fence with this release thanks to the decisi...

Man Of Much Metal

Yes, yes, yes...once again this board comes up trumps. This is fantastic, so much so that I have tracked the band down & sent them a message asking if I can get hold of a promo to review it. This needs a wider audience. It may not be the most original music out there, but I love the vibe of thi...

Man Of Much Metal

Yes, yes, yes...once again this board comes up trumps. This is fantastic, so much so that I have tracked the band down & sent them a message asking if I can get hold of a promo to review it. This needs a wider audience. It may not be the most original music out there, but I love the vibe of this...

Man Of Much Metal

Hey guys,

I love this record, with a capital 'L'. I agree with the production, but otherwise, this is marvellous.

here's my review for those with an hour to kill

https://manofmuchmetal.com/2018/03/16/b ... um-review/

Cheers,

Matt

Man Of Much Metal

Hey chaps & chapesses! Here's my review in case anyone would like to know my deepest thoughts about this album... https://manofmuchmetal.com/2018/03/21/kino-radio-voltaire-album-review/ In short, it's a bit hit and miss for me. **** You must be dead inside too Matt -- join the club ......... 8)...

Man Of Much Metal

Hey chaps & chapesses!

Here's my review in case anyone would like to know my deepest thoughts about this album...

https://manofmuchmetal.com/2018/03/21/k ... um-review/

In short, it's a bit hit and miss for me.

Cheers,
Matt

Man Of Much Metal

Another album I'm looking forward to hearing. This year is shaping up nicely!

Man Of Much Metal

Interested in this - looking forward to hearing more for sure.

Man Of Much Metal

I'm looking forward to hearing the entire album before making a final decision, but I have to say that I might be 'done' with Kamelot. Not for any other reason than their newer material just leaves me a bit 'meh'. I'm not going to join the 'bring back the 'Karma' era, but that was their best period ...

Man Of Much Metal

Hi All, In light of the Progpower USA news a short time ago, some of you might be interested in taking a look at my review of the new record from Oceans of Slumber, 'The Banished Heart'. I hope you like it: https://manofmuchmetal.com/2018/02/27/oceans-of-slumber-the-banished-heart-album-review/ Chee...

Man Of Much Metal

I forgot to mention that this part in your review had me cracking up: "Kælling is a name that should definitely be taken seriously." - Considering that the name means BITCH in Danish, that sentence there was hilarious to me :) I wish I could say that it was deliberate, but it wasn't! Glad...

Man Of Much Metal

Matt Thank you so much for this recommendation. This disc is great!!! Yes, there’s some leprous in it for sure and I agree with a bit of katatonia (not just because of the cover). Your review is spot on. Keep those reviews coming - I keep finding new stuff there. I'm so pleased you like it - they d...

Man Of Much Metal

Gah, how did I miss this one? I am a big fan of their last record but I just assumed they'd gone to the wall. I'm off to get hold of this right now - thanks for the heads-up!

Man Of Much Metal

Hi All, I recently came across a new name - Kælling - they are a Portuguese duo and in December they released their debut album, 'Lacuna'. I've been very impressed by them, enough to give the album the full review treatment. They are worth checking out if you like Leprous, Caligula's Horse etc - whi...

Man Of Much Metal

It's a good album for sure, with plenty to like...I just wish they'd kept with the vocals of the last two. Nevertheless, if you're interested, here's my fuller review:

https://manofmuchmetal.com/2018/01/27/l ... um-review/

Cheers,
Matt

Man Of Much Metal

Digital Man wrote:Great review Matt. Now that I have the CD I went back and read it. Pretty much agree with it all I think.

Thanks very much - high praise indeed & I'm pleased that my review isn't way off the mark!

Man Of Much Metal

ToddS wrote:This is a killer record! As you said in your review, maybe their best. Wow!

It is one of those great albums that just gets progressively better (if you'll excuse the pun!!) - what starts out as a decent record, soon grows into something quite phenomenal.

Man Of Much Metal

Many thanks gentlemen for the most lovely comments - I just hope that the reality in your ears lives up to the hyperbole in my review. I think it will, because this is a monster record, full of great stuff. I don't think I've heard or read a bad word about it yet!

Man Of Much Metal

Matt -- I think that you, me and Stevie are the only 3 guys in the world who know who Bjorn Reis is ....... :wink: Well almost ........ his first solo effort was fantastic. It cold have been the next Airbag release, which it should have been because I thought Disconnected was awful. That said - Bjo...

Man Of Much Metal

Hi everyone, For those of you interested, or with an hour or two to kill, I've attached a link to my review of the new Orphaned Land album - I hope some of you enjoy reading it - I don't often say things like this (self-deprecating Englishman as I am!) but I am proud of this one. https://manofmuchme...

Man Of Much Metal

LarryD wrote:Very welcome news indeed...... I'll read your review, but I do hope that this mini-disc is much better than his recent full length ........ that one was a huge disappointment.

Really Larry, I'm surprised you say that - I really liked it. I hope you like this mini album more in that case.

Man Of Much Metal

Hey Larry, the article isn't a review I promise - that comes later. But either way, I doubt you'll be disappointed!

Man Of Much Metal

Hi All, I feel privileged to say that I was able to help Kingcrow a little with their new album & in return, I was granted a listen to the finished album. If you want a little more detail: https://manofmuchmetal.com/2018/01/16/kingcrow-the-persistence-an-update/ Otherwise, one word: wow! Cheers,...

Man Of Much Metal

Hi All,

I wasn't expecting anything new from the Airbag guitarist/songwriter, but a new mini-album is welcome news. Out on 23 Feb, I have written a review for anyone who's interested:

https://manofmuchmetal.com/2018/01/15/b ... ep-review/

Cheers,
Matt

Man Of Much Metal

This was a big surprise for me too, but I'm really excited by this news. Can't wait to hear more now!

Man Of Much Metal

This is a wonderful album. I don't want to overhype it, but there are parts of it that call back to old Pain of Salvation in my mind. Lalic's voice is powerful and emotive. The music is sublime. And it's got David Maxim Micic on keys, which is icing on the cake for me. The Man of Much Metal and I a...

Man Of Much Metal

I love it so much, I just had to write a review of it. Here's the link if you're interested

Cheers,
Matt

https://manofmuchmetal.com/2018/01/06/a ... um-review/

Man Of Much Metal

I'm late to the cause here too, but making up for my mistake - this is really cool. what I like so much about it is the way it maintains proper melodies within the tech fusion going on. That, in my book, is a real winner of an idea!

Man Of Much Metal

Looking at all these lists, I'm beginning to think that I must have missed something with Daydream XI...it is very good, better than good in places but I just wasn't sold enough for it to break into my top 30. I think I wanted more in the melody department, or at least for the melodies to speak to ...

Man Of Much Metal

Looking at all these lists, I'm beginning to think that I must have missed something with Daydream XI...it is very good, better than good in places but I just wasn't sold enough for it to break into my top 30. I think I wanted more in the melody department, or at least for the melodies to speak to m...

Man Of Much Metal

Incredible job writing all those reviews. I don’t agree with you on a few of them (hate the new PoS and can’t stand Voyager) but I’m truly impressed by your great reviews. I’ll join the choir of those who are going to have to check out the white moth disc (love Daniel Tompkins voice). Thanks so muc...

Man Of Much Metal

Thank you Todd, I hope there's something in my list that you agree with :) I always find several we agree on Matt. Hopefully I find something I missed as well. Just taking a peak at the top 10, Voyager, and Caligular's Horse are top 10 for me as well. Some other solid releases in there. Only one I ...

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