It is a grower, yeah. I find that just about every Katatonia album I have took a few listens before it blew me away. 'Viva Emptiness' has some amazing moments, but I don't think it's as good as 'Last Fair Deal Gone Down' which is probably my all time favourite album believe it or not. I even actually prefer 'Tonight's Decision' over the new one too.Chow Mai Dong said:Was that album a grower? I bloody hope so, cause I bought it today after hearing everyone talking it up and I wasn't really digging it in the one solid listen I've given it so far. Some of the lyrics were rather cringe-worthy too.
I certainly won't write it off yet but I reckon Amorphis have got a hand over them in that kinda style of music.
It's still an amazing album though.