barren earth
The devil's resolve

Seller's comment :
second full-length release by atmospheric Finnish metal supergroup with the cream of the scene is on the resolute move to deliver the finest blend of progressive nature and melodic intricacy, juxtaposed to primordially extreme and downtuned solemnity: fresh moving compositions on offer have a warmer sound and feel more natural than their longplay debut offered couple years ago - the magic of music lurks in dynamic range and subtle Nordic folk influence, brought from both Amorphis and the ancestors' music, passed from one generation to the other, whilst charismatic vocalist Mikko Kotamäki does a great job once again to balance and connect the rough nature with the fragile momentum; limited British slipcase edition comes with 'Martyrs of Devotion' and 'World in Haze' bonuses