Athenaeum Of Sin Reviews

The moment the listener hits the play button, they are met with the bold and striking introduction of The End Has Begun. This track bursts forth with an aggressive instrumental backdrop, complemented by powerful orchestral elements and deep, resonant vocals. As the music evolves, the listener finds themselves enveloped not just in raw intensity, but in a captivating blend of aggression, melodic lines, and intricate solos on both keys and guitar. This is merely the start of an exhilarating journey.

As the audience embarks on their voyage through the second track, Raging Seas, and the remaining eight compositions, they will find themselves immersed in a seamless continuation from the opening piece, The End Has Begun. This forty-minute odyssey unfolds across ten tracks, each one pulling the listener deeper into the lyrics, that often explore existential struggles, chaos, and human resilience. Their lyrics reflect the darker aspects of life and the persistent quest for meaning, adding a significant emotional resonance to their music.

As the journey through A Path to Obliteration unfolds even more, listeners are enveloped in a rich tapestry of sound, where each note resonates with intensity. As guitar work of Alessandro Kotlinsky shines brightly, delivering rapid-fire riffs and elaborate solos that infuse each song with a dynamic and aggressive energy. Complementing this is Eduardo Alves on bass, whose steady and resonant lines provide a solid backbone, enhancing the overall depth and richness of the band’s sonic landscape. Together, they create an immersive experience that lingers long after the final note fades. Robson Pontes lays down the thunderous drum work for Rise Behavior’s A Path to Obliteration, anchoring the sound with his commanding beats. His skilful blend of double-bass rhythms and complex fills elevates the intensity to exhilarating heights. Meanwhile, Juliano Scharf weaves his magic on the synths, crafting rich layers of atmosphere and orchestral elements, thus creating an epic, haunting ambiance that enhances the band’s compositions. Ranieri Bertoldi, delivers and showcases a remarkable range that shifts from fierce growls to soaring, melodic lines, imbuing the tracks with profound emotional depth.

Rise Behavior‘s A Path to Obliteration emerges as a striking and formidable piece of artistic and devilmanship expression, showcasing a fruit of art-blend of structure, composition -both lyrical, music and instrumental, that unfolds like a vivid tapestry. It weaves together moments of sheer brutality with melodic interludes, a touch of darkness and beauty that captivates the listener’s ears and soul. At the same time, Rise Behavior‘s A Path to Obliteration stands as a testament to the raw power of its creation, offering a robust and impactful experience and recording—both in production and sound, as one delves deeper into the songs and music, the songs and music reveals its intricate layers, maintaining a polished yet gritty edge that keeps the audience engaged and enthralled. 

This album is essential listening for anyone who appreciates melodic death metal with a unique flair.