Vangough - Between the Madness

[Oblivion Ocean]

I did not see a thread dedicated to this, so I figured I would start one.

The album came out yesterday (can't wait for my physical cd and shirt) and I have listened to it a couple of times. I can't say that I have quite wrapped my head around it all after two listens. I don't say this as a negative, it is just there is a lot going on here both musically and conceptually. But even after two listens I an tell this album is something really special.

The musicianship on past releases has been great, but for some reason it stands out even more on this release. Many times in the couple times I have listened to it, the guitar and drum parts really stand out and capture your attention. I loved Kingdom of Ruin, so there is always trepidation when a band releases an album after something you love. But I can tell this is a very worthy follow up and I think a great place to jump on if you have not gotten into them yet.

I will follow up in a week or so after I have had time to really digest it all. I really want to sit down with the lyrics and some headphones on this one.

 

[DADRocks]

I'm with you on it.....I'm also trying to wrap my head around it only after a couple listens. Kingdom is definitely are hard one to follow up on..I'm hoping this new one sinks in just as well.

 

[Grimolfr]

Picked up my copy at their CD release party here in OKC last Friday after having heard some of the material live. I can say I get you guys saying it has to sink in. I like it, but it's a slow burn, if you will, as opposed to the instant hot flash of love that came with Kingdom of Ruin. Good stuff, and well worth the time to absorb!

 

[AngraRULES]

You can stream it here:

http://vangough.bandcamp.com/

 

[Oblivion Ocean]

I hope people don't mistake my saying it takes some time as a criticism. As I have been listening to it this week, I absolutely love it. It is easily going to make it into my top 10 this year I can already tell. I liked it right away, which makes exploring the layers even more fun as time goes on. This is different than say the new Ayreon, which left me scratching my head as I tried to get into it. The guitar work in Infestation is really amazing.

 

[lasercd]

Now in stock:

https://www.lasercd.com/node/10520

 

[therabbitking]

Thank you OblivionOcean for starting the thread. I was planning to make one that had all the information in one place but this is a great start

For the curious:
Separation


Vaudeville Nation


Infestation

"Between the Madness, available everywhere November 12th, is Vangough's third studio album and follow-up to the critically acclaimed Kingdom of Ruin released in 2011. Spread across twelve emotionally charged songs and topping out over 70 minutes of harsh textures and exotic flavors, fans will no doubt consider this a defining watershed moment in the band's career."

Hear the entire thing at: http://vangough.bandcamp.com/album/between-the-madness

For the very curious
BandCamp- http://vangough.bandcamp.com/album/between-the-madness
CDBaby- http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/vangough6
Amazon- [ame="http://www.amazon.com/Between-Madness-Vangough/dp/B00EV3MKDW/ref=sr_1_1?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1377877987&sr=1-1"]http://www.amazon.com/Between-Madness-Vangough/dp/B00EV3MKDW/ref=sr_1_1?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1377877987&sr=1-1[/ame]

Laser’s Edge- https://www.lasercd.com/node/10520
iTunes- https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/between-the-madness/id751195785

And for those on the fence:
"These guys are easily one of the best U.S. prog metal bands going right now." -Prog Metal Zone

"Vangough’s “Between The Madness” is an album of stellar yet epic proportions, and will not disappoint fans of progressive rock and metal." -Intensely Explicit

"There has never been a better time to jump off of whatever progressive metal train you’ve been on and ride with Vangough." -Metal Underground

"It is easily the best that they have done. 5/5 stars." -Prog-Archives

“By far the best of the year, hands down.” -Razor Metal Magazine

"With it's dire lyrical content and intriguing music, Between the Madness will be a challenging and entertaining listen for the prog metal fan." -Danger Dog Music Reviews

"There is a lot of spice and variety in this third album and the sound has become more their own." -Lords of Metal

"The dark side of the band is enhanced even more in Between the Madness." -True Metal

Listen via YouTube:


Hear and SEE more (including some old stuff):
http://www.officialvangough.com/

 

[Oblivion Ocean]

Cool video for one of my favorite songs on the album

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMl4_5eta_E