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by - written on 13/06/08 (Very useful, 9 readings)
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Crematory's gothic tendencies come to the fore in their fifth album, hinted at with a Sisters of Mercy cover and expanded on to overtake their death/doom metal origins altogether, the growled vocals being the only real holdover from the early days. Katrin Goger's keyboard reigns supreme, now more than ever, and unlike much contemporary gothic music, such as that practiced by HIM and other Finnish bands, these Germans reproduce the classic gothic atmosphere perfectly, albeit with a modern metal touch. This isn't an enthralling album, but it has its moments. After the customary keyboard intro, 'Lord of Lies' sets the more upbeat and commercial tone, then 'Away' ... Read the complete review
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