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Probably Chimaira's Best Album

H. Mahmood | 03/12/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"One of the few bands in metal that actually keep getting better as time goes by. Each record always seems to top the previous and there is always growth and maturity to each album that is made. One of the best characteristics about this band is that they maintain their signature sound while never making the same album twice. This bands mission statement was to always remain an extremely heavy band without getting sappy and they've done just that. This album will definitely be in the top 5 metal releases of 2007 and definitely a classic as time goes by. Standout tracks include Resurrection, Pleasure in Pain, Worthless, Six, No Reason To Live, The Flame and Needle."

Why aren't they getting the recognition they deserve?!!!

Metallic Artist | Long Beach, CA | 04/07/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Chimaira has done it again, they've released an album that rips you to shreds and then stomps you flat! Like with their self titled album Chimaira, they've set a new standard for themselves and for the metal scene. Also, they've stayed true to their roots and at the same time experimented and tried new things.



The album starts off full blast with the title track "Resurrection," the pounding "Pleasure in Pain," followed by the crushing assault, "Worthless." Early Metallica comes to mind when they get more experimental with the 9 minute epic "Six." The solos are very memorable and its definitely much slower than their old work, well worth listening to . Then things get more intense with the thrash-like "No Reason To Live."



The second half of the album tends to slow down more, but picks up toward the end. The slowest song "Killing The Beast," is personally my least favorite song, I typically skip it, but listen to it once in a while. Mark Hunter experiments more vocally on this song, it works but not to the extent you'd expect from Chimaira (no "Salvation"-like screams here). Then the slightly faster "The Frame" ensues. Its a great metal song, but not up to Chimaira's standards. The last part of the song sounds similar to how "Inside The Horror" ends. Then things really pick up with "End It All." Andols Herrick's hammering drums are at full throttle throughout the song, especially during the chorus. It's then followed by the heavy "Black Heart," and the mind blowing "Needle." Herrick's drums on "Needle" alone should put Chimaira up for a Best Metal Performance Award. Then lastly, we get to "Empire." The orchestra work really gives it a dark, atmospheric sound. The lyrics give great depth:



Do you believe in me

Enough to sacrifice

Do you believe in me

Enough to end your life

.....

When you walk the path

You will discover a world undreamed of

Your suffering will be legendary

Do you believe in suffering



It took a couple listens to really have it sink in, but overall, this album is as powerful as their self titled effort. Except for two mediocre songs, "Resurrection" will definitely stand strong among 2007's best metal albums."