Athenaeum Of Sin Reviews

A Groove/Metalcore band from Ukraine. On June 13th, 2023, Religion Of Fire independently released their debut studio album, The First Sin, ¹ which includes twelve thrilling songs that add up to a fifty-minute runtime of energising auditory pleasure,

The First Three Sins of The First Sin

Let’s start by discussing the first three sins of Religion Of Fire and their album, The First Sin.

The Fourth Sin: Overall Discussion: The band’s music is aptly named fire metal

As soon as the play button is pressed, the audience is immediately greeted by the opening of the first piece, Church On Fire. Which welcomes the listener with the sound of flames and the toll of church bells interweaving with the progressive instrumental and vocals.

As you journey through the second piece, titled Last Feather, and the rest of the ten exceptional pieces, you will be completely engrossed in a work of art which blends various musical genres. Expect to be treated to a seamless fusion of experimental, modern, groove, hardcore punk, progressive, and nu-metal influences that intertwine to create a one-of-a-kind and captivating listening experience. Each track is expertly crafted and showcases its distinct and stimulating characteristics, promising to keep the listener fully engaged and captivated throughout the entirety of the album. With such a diverse and captivating range of styles, you can rest assured that you will never be bored or repeatedly listening to the same thing.

The instrumental and vocal compositions are particularly noteworthy, featuring progressive groove guitar and bass riffs that are both solid and captivating. The guitar also delivers brief yet awe-inspiring solos and rhythmic riffs. The dynamic drumming and beats add depth and complexity to the music, making it truly remarkable. The vocals possess a raw, aggressive and intense quality with a punkish-shouty and melodious tone, evoking bands such as System of a Down, Five Finger Death Punch, and Slipknot. The seamless integration of the instrumental and vocal components creates a truly magical experience that will stay with the listener even after the music has ended.

This album is truly exceptional and can be considered a work of art. The music is expertly crafted and blends seamlessly to create an unforgettable experience.

The ongoing conflict has deeply affected the country, and the band’s music powerfully reflects this reality— all these emotions within each band member, all of these feelings/emotions are encapsulated within the lyrics, music, instrumentation, and vocals.

The band remained steadfast and determined despite facing numerous obstacles, such as air alarms and rocket attacks, during the recording process. Even when faced with uncertainty regarding the whole band’s ability to gather for rehearsals, their unwavering passion for creating music never waned. Ultimately, the band’s commitment to their art and desire to share their message with the world proved more vital than any obstacle they faced.

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The album comes to an end with the last song, Dead Pit. We want to give a shoutout to Religion Of Fire for letting us review their album, The First Sin. Now, we’re going to wrap it up by talking about the final three sins and concluding the review.

The Last Three Sins

Let’s discuss the last three sins, our thoughts on Religion Of Fire and their album, The First Sin.

The Fifth Sin, The Memorabilia: Is that for us, the musical piece showcased is a truly mesmerising and intricate composition, meticulously crafted with an exceptional array of innovative elements. Each note and sound is expertly constructed to provide a truly captivating and profoundly emotional experience for the audience.

Pentacle, which is the sixth piece, was a delightful and innovative composition. It effectively fused a forceful and emotional musical set piece, with the female vocals adding depth to the background. I must mention that the eleventh piece, Pictures, begins with the sound of a heartbeat and the departure of the soul of the dying. This symphonic Iron Maiden-Esque composition features an emotional, aggressive vocal and instrumental set piece, culminating in a breathtaking song.

The Sixth Sin, The Artwork:

The artwork is a complete representation of all the elements that make up a musical piece, including the lyrics, music, and any other relevant components. On a more personal level, it also encompasses the symbolic image of the “Angel of Death,” which adds depth and meaning to the overall work.

The Seventh Sin, Disrelish:

Nothing to disrelish within the musical spectrum of Religion Of Fire, and their album The First Sin.

This concludes the Religion Of Fire, The First Sin review.

1. The First Sin is a heartfelt tribute to their late brother, Kyrylo Yereomenko, who tragically passed away in 2020. ↩︎