An Epic Death Band from the United Kingdom. August 14th, 2023, the band independently released their self-titled debut EP album. Six epic death metal tracks, that would gratify fans of Nile and Morbid Angel.
Introduction:
Crown Of Anguish, Crown Of Anguish: This review will evaluate every aspect of the album, from its intricate musical composition to its production. Our analysis will provide valuable insights to help you determine if this album is worth adding to your collection.
The First Three Sins of Crown Of Anguish
Let’s start by discussing the first three sins of Crown Of Anguish and their self-titled album, Crown Of Anguish.
The First Sin, The Strings/Keys: Guitar work that employs palm-muted power chording and single-note riffage. The riffs are highly complex, with strange harmonies that seep through and create an otherworldly feel. The crushing rhythm adds depth to the music and creates urgency. The Second Sin, The Vocals: Involve fierce vocals, with the ability to convey raw emotion through their voice box. The Third Sin—The Percussions: The drums are nothing short of brutal, thunderous, and heavy, with blast beats that add to the intensity of the music and make the listener feel as if a sonic wave is hitting them.
The Fourth Sin: Overall Discussion: Provides a unique listening experience that is both haunting & beautiful
Upon pressing the play button, the listener is greeted with a powerful instrumental introduction in the first track, Ebon. The tempo steadily increases, creating an even more brutal and epic atmosphere that can easily crush the listener’s soul.
As the listener delves into the second track, Serpent Column, and the four remaining songs, the listener is immediately transported into a world of pure metal bliss and musical storytelling. It consists of six intricately crafted tracks, each with a unique sound and captivating story delivered by awe.
The album is a delightful mix of different sounds, moods, chords, and notes, making each song unique. The album can leave you spellbound, and I suggest you listen to it to appreciate it. It features some of the most memorable moments in music, with pounding drums and scorching guitar riffs that create an intense and lasting impact on the listener. The album also has some beautiful and serene instrumental pieces crafted with clean guitar tones, creating a soothing and tranquil atmosphere.
The soundscapes in the album are truly epic, with powerful chants that transport the listener to another dimension. One particular piece immediately transports the listener’s ears to a world of Mexican and Aztec sounds, a remarkable feat. The gentle strumming of the acoustic guitar perfectly complements the album artwork, which is a visual treat. At the same time, the magical work mentioned above is woven together with the instrumental and vocal fruit of artistry, which provides a unique listening experience that is both haunting and beautiful.
It is a must-listen for anyone who loves music and appreciates the beauty of different sounds and moods.
The album comes to an end with the last song, Tempestborn. The listener is welcome to a four-minute extreme and brutal delight filled with complex instrumental and brutal and crushing vocals. We want to give a shoutout to Crown Of Anguish for letting us review their self-titled album. Now, we’re going to wrap it up by talking about the final three sins and concluding the review.
You’re Listening to “In The Shadow Of a World Unclean”
PlayThe Last Three Sins
Let’s discuss the last three sins, our thoughts on Crown Of Anguish and their self-titled album, Crown Of Anguish.
The Fifth Sin, The Memorabilia: Is that for us, from the beginning to the end, Crown Of Anguish delivers an avant-garde experience that is a genuine fruit of art. The music is expertly crafted and composed with excellent devilmanship talent and creativity that offers its listeners a blend of instrumental and vocal artistry, showcasing brutality and beauty.
Each track is an epic journey that takes the listener on a wild ride through various emotions. The attention to detail in the production is exceptional, with every note and sound carefully placed to create an immersive and captivating experience. The overall result is a stunning piece of unique and unforgettable art.
The Sixth Sin, The Artwork:
Depicting an abandoned Aztec temple deep in the jungle. As you look at the painting, you can see the intricate details of the stone carvings and the overgrown vines that have taken over the temple’s once grand entrance. The faded colours of the painting suggest that the temple has been abandoned for centuries, giving the viewer a sense of mystery and wonder about its history and the people who once worshipped it.
The Seventh Sin, Disrelish:
Nothing to disrelish within the musical spectrum of Crown Of Anguish, and their self-titled album Crown Of Anguish.
This concludes the Crown Of Anguish, Crown Of Anguish review.
Track-Listing:
- Ebon
- Serpent Column
- Lament Of The Dreamseas
- In The Shadow Of A World Unclean
- Great Winding Path Of The Sorcerous Ones/Malachite
- Tempestborn
Crown Of Anguish is:
- Dan Walden – bass
- Matt Gornall – guitars
- Ali Lauder – vocals
