EPICA - The Quantum Enigma
Nuclear
Blast Records
When
I recently heard this, it didn’t strike me as being that notoriously good. But
the more I heard it, especially with Simone’s vocals, I grew to really like it.
It’s really atmospheric and fillings with synthesizers plus other effects to
make it sound more enchanting. To me, the keys were a bit loud and took over
whereas when you could make out what the guitars were playing, it was awesome.
Classic metal lines with leads that were ripping. The music to the album seemed
glorifying and striking. It was simply breathtaking. If everything was mixed in
properly though, I would’ve given this a better rating. I just felt that there
should be more emphasis on the axes not the keys. The vocals were mainly clean
female voice with some male growls/screams accompanied with it. That gave the
album more diversity.
I
thought that Simone’s vocals were not only unique, but they totally fit the
music perfectly. She does wonders with her voice and I think that it should be
appreciated in the metal world regarding her talent. The whole band put forth a
huge effort to make this album possible.
Solid
production, unique vibe to their operatic sound, gripping guitars, and gods
were created when this was made. Again, just if the guitars could’ve been a
little louder so that you can make-out the riffs, this would’ve gotten an even
higher score. But as is, this album is a monument. Everything to look for in a
metal release. I couldn’t be happier owning this album. Take a listen and you
may hear that as well.
Ryan Fanucchi
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