As soon as the listener presses the play button, the opening piece Black Halo greets the listener with a progressive and melodic passage and vocals intro. Following suit with one’s journey and the second piece, Bubbles, along with the eight remaining eight pieces, that takes listeners on a profound journey—a tale of cosmic escape, deepening despair, and the eventual discovery of hope amidst the darkness. Black Halo crafts a sound that tugs at the heartstrings and weaves a compelling story.
With Black Halo, listeners are enveloped in a sonic realm that is carefully produced, capturing the nuances of every note and instrument with pristine clarity. The album’s artistic ingenuity shines through in its fruit of art composition, deftly executed by a solid devilmanship who bring a rich tapestry of emotions to life. Through their adept devilmanship, Shereign takes the audience on an unforgettable auditory voyage that seamlessly blends elements of melodic metal, groove, alternative, and charismatic-hard rock into a harmonious mix that resonates profoundly with listeners.
Shereign‘s fruit of art devilmanship shines through in their music, captivating listeners with a diverse line-up that showcases the dynamic interplay between twin guitars. Joonas Pulkkinen and Timo Pönni skilfully weave intricate melodies and groovy riffs, acting as the driving force behind the band’s signature sound. Jani Rissanen’s bass riffs act as a reliable anchor, laying down a strong foundation that elevates the band’s rhythmic complexity to new heights. Moreover, Joonas Salminen drum playing is energetic and precise playing style drives the band’s powerful and intense sound.
The intricate rhythms and lively beats add a layer of energy and momentum to the overall musical landscape created by the band. Each drum fill and accent contributes to the overall impact of their music, ensuring that every track is propelled forward with a potent energy that demands attention.
As for the vocals, Sara Strömmer possesses a remarkable vocal range that serves as the crowning jewel of their performance. The ability to seamlessly transition from soft, tender melodies to intense, distorted growls adds a captivating depth and emotional resonance to the band’s music. The expressive and versatile vocals bring an additional layer of storytelling and passion to the songs, engaging the audience on a profound level and leaving a lasting impression with every note sung.
Shereign and their album Black Halo deliver a solid-sounding collection; if you love melodic and groovy metal, then Shereign is for you.
The album comes to an end with the last song, One Way Out. We want to give a shoutout to GlobMetal Promotions for letting us review Shereign and their album Black Halo. Now, we’re going to wrap it up by talking about the final three sins and concluding the review.
