Land Of Grey And Pink
Remember The Future
Once again, you guys are way off base. The only thing "prog" about damnation really, was that it was a new step for the band...a different direction...a "progression". The material itself doesnt resemble very many prog rock bands at all. Short songs, and or fairly simple structures, moderate technical ability, no prolonged solos, etc. It was a very musically "safe" album...wouldnt have been nearly as controversial if it wasnt from a "death metal" band. As for Opeth to return to their "roots", which mind you, the progressive rock influence is no less part of their roots than folk is, you just dont notice or care. Opeth always does something different, so dont expect a morningrise or orchid part 2. I imagine this new album will be very dark and abstract....and when Mikael says "black metal"...he doesnt mean overly distorted production with little melody and screeching vocals, etc....im sure he means in darkness and atmosphere primarily. So please people, think before you speak ok?