Textures- Dualism

Aug 14, 2008
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I'm going to start this review by saying this probably won't appeal to those who can only stomach clean vocals and hate anything with a modern touch. So if that's you, you might want to stay away.

The full album is streaming here: http://www.guitarworld.com/exclusive-premiere-textures-streaming-new-album-dualism

I've been sitting on it for a while though and I have to say, it's absolutely phenomenal. I kind of liked them before but never really cared for them overall, but this album just rules. Their new singer has an insane range and vocal control. He really brings a unique flavor to the band without deviating too far away from what they sounded like, and his cleans just rule. Almost reminds me of Russel Allen at times, Devy at other times.

On the musical side of things, is album has alot of "dreamy" moments. "Reaching Home" is like a metal U2. If this band knows one thing, it's creating a sense of atmosphere. The production is also flawless.


So yeah, give it a spin guys!
 
I've got...Circles I think. It's at work, so I don't recall which album right off. The old singer's non-clean vocals kind of grated on me, so I don't listen to it too much. If they've got a new singer though, and you say he's much better then I'll probably give this a shot. I have taken quite a shine to djent as a whole.
 
Ok, yeah. Just had a listen. Definitely going to be picking that up. The new album fixes everything that I didn't like about the band. Thanks for pointing out the free stream.