Four years since the release of their classic album Into Oblivion, Rise And Fall's rightful return to the throne as the kings of dark, ominous hardcore. From the opening barrage of “Soul Slayer” and “Built
On Graves,” the evolution of Rise And Fall is absolutely stunning. Heavier and harder than ever, it quickly becomes apparent that every aspect of their musicianship has grown leaps and bounds in recent years. Guitarist Cedric Goetgebuer balances bone shattering heaviness and unorthodox melodies unlike any other musician today, bringing each song to post-apocalyptic life with an electrifying intensity. All of this is complimented by Dossche Bjorn’s emotional vocal outpouring as it spills across the album with unforgettable realness. Rise And Fall continue this musical battery throughout, however it is when they unleash the dynamic “In Circles” and the epic closer “Knowing” that the true scope of their creative vision sinks its teeth in. Both songs utterly haunting, moving, and unpredictable in their unique twists and turns,
blurring the divisions and dismissing the limitations that exist within much of contemporary heavy music.
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