to an extent... i see how people can say they sound like pantera... but at other times... i don't see any reference to pantera at all. the track "redneck" i didn't really like. i think it lacks compared to the first singles off of the last 2 cds. i liked ashes of the wake. i LOVE as the palaces burn. new american gospel is alright. randy's vocal style has changed a lot since then. i think they've progressed a lot over time. i can see how some say ashes is a step backward... but i think what made me like as the palaces burn more was the production. i love the clean production on Ashes... but it doesn't fit Lamb of God as much as the raw sound did.
i dunno... i'll still listen to, and possibly buy the new cd, or maybe just download it. but i definately look forward to gigantour to see them. they haven't put on a bad show live, and i've seen them like 4 times now.