Katatonia - The Fall of Hearts (2016) [Japanese Edition]
EAC Rip | FLAC (image+.cue+log) - 519 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 180 MB | Covers - 207 MB
Genre: Atmospheric/Progressive Metal | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Ward Records (GQCS-90168/69)
EAC Rip | FLAC (image+.cue+log) - 519 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 180 MB | Covers - 207 MB
Genre: Atmospheric/Progressive Metal | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Ward Records (GQCS-90168/69)
Katatonia have achieved legendary status in the realm of Swedish metal, with an evolution not dissimilar to English counterparts Anathema and Paradise Lost. One element that has remained intact throughout their various transformations is their masterful use of atmosphere, even if the compositional component has been largely streamlined by now. "The Fall of Hearts" is thankfully a largely adventurous offering, moreso than anything the band has recorded in many years. This latest by the morose quintet features plenty of surprising songwriting choices, including some of the their most bold musical explorations in quite some time. “Serac” navigates a maze of musical styles, bringing to mind bands like Opeth…