(Melodic Black/Gothic Metal) [CD] Graveworm - Ascending Hate (Limited Edition) - 2015, FLAC (image+.cue), lossless

Stefan Fiori - Vocals: Eric Righi - Guitars: Florian Reiner - Bass: Maschtl Innerbichler - Drums: Stefan Unterpertinger - GuitarsMusic relates to our passions making it what it is – special, and expressing a tapestry of emotions and sentiments . It need not always be something off the bright side of the moon. The dark of the moon is by itself something captivating. Listening to the latest Graveworm album ‘Ascending Hate’ is like the exploring that dark of the moon; it isn’t unassuming, and leaves us with no bland moments.
‘Ascending Hate’ is the band’s 9th studio album after a period of a little over three years since their previous one. The dark metal legends from Italy have yet again delivered the goods and are going strong. The band features Stefan Fiori on vocal, Eric Righi and Stefan Unterpertinger on guitars, Florian Reiner on bass and Martin Innerbichler on the drums.
‘Ascending Hate’ melancholically opens up with the track “Death Heritage” that blooms with mellow acoustic sections, laying a wonderful foundation for the heavy parts to follow. Notably, one would time and again come across such acoustic sections in the album. Symphonic melodies and dark compositions take birth from the opening track only to establish as the spine of the album.
As the album progresses, songs such as “Buried Alive”, “To the Empire of Madness” and “Liars To The Lions” show how well the band balances dark melodic elements with the extremity of metal music to produce some thundering yet catchy music. The song “Downfall of Heavens” stands out in particular, and it is evident that this song presents itself with much fervour and focus. It isn’t droning despite being a dark composition, and the essence that Graveworm is always known for is perfectly netted in this gem of a song.
The song “Rise Again” is limitless when it comes to expressing the sensitive side of its dark compositions, giving the album a pleasing design with the wonderful work on the rhythm sections, keys and vocals. The album ends with “Nocturnal Hymns Part II (The Death Anthem)” and is evocative of the old Graveworm. It’s a grand ending to an album that is an incarnation of intangible elements that give the mind something to relate with.
Ultimately, Graveworm has made a delightful creation of art in the manifestation of the album ‘Ascending Hate’. The album does not sound over-done or like the end result of a desperate attempt. The instrumental sections are all in place and the vocals don’t tarnish the efforts by rest of the band, but create equilibrium with the former creating new textures.
Pacey and non-generic guitar sections backed by a strong foundation on extreme drumming and bass topped by acoustic and keys sections present an enigmatic ambiance. Top-notch production with the right rudiments presents the classical sound of Graveworm in all its glory. The sounds are clear, refreshing and crisp.
The music in ‘Ascending Hate’ seems to mirror life from the innate beginnings to the final passing. Immerse yourself in this world of dark composition, extreme metal and melody. The album has everything that a dark metal fan expects from the music, but personal preferences vary. Whatever one’s preference maybe, the music in ‘Ascending Hate’ is enjoyable!
Review written by C Roshan Machayya for www.metalwani.com
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