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SCAR SYMMETRY „Dark Matter Dimensions”

Forging ahead despite vocalist extraordinaire Christain Alvestam’s abrupt departure last year, Scar Symmetry continue with the business of melodic death metal married to alternating vocals on their breathtaking “Dark Matter Dimensions.” The difference this time around is two people are needed to fill Mr. Alvestam’s shoes; you have the growlsome Robert Karlsson opposite Lars Palmquist’s majestic throatwork.

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PARADISE LOST „Faith Divides Us, Death Unites Us”

Having churned out a storied discography that has seen its fair share of ill received albums, Paradise Lost are in fine form with this year's embittered “Faith Divides Us, Death Unites Us.” The title a not-so-subtle swipe at organized religion’s divisive effect on humanity, the lyrical fare on this twelfth album does spread itself across a broader message—or should it be messages? For the heartbreaking opener “As Horizons End,” Nick Holmes’ deep vocals sweeps the listener away with its earnest emotion while the lyrics moan about personal shortcomings. When it’s done, the band go a shade darker for its follow up “I Remain” then let loose the melodic fireworks on the soaring “First Light.” The somber ride continues on “Frailty” that arrives before a passable title track churns for a few good minutes.
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