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Avaland – Fade Away: Another usual suspect in this section. A track that keeps a similar style to before: gothic riffs and emotional delivery. It’s simple and nothing pretentious at all, but it’s probably fun for those of you who already have chronic elbow pain from all the air guitar you’ve been doing over the years. The melodies are easy to follow, the hooks are solid, and the whole thing feels like a comfortable pair of old boots. It won’t change your life, but it might make your commute slightly more bearable.
Sixth Meters – Champagne Problem: This is a strange track. On one hand, you have those melancholy and almost relaxing vocals that seem to belong to a different song. On the other, riffs that could show up in any instrumental album—clean, precise, and technically sound. The juxtaposition is odd, but not necessarily unpleasant. I’m not sure what to make of it, honestly. It feels like two different bands trying to share the same stage. Either way, it’s curious enough to deserve a mention.
Hellgeist – Bloodstain: We needed some raw and loud Death Metal that has nothing but brutal riffs and violence to throw at us. The production makes it sound like you’re right in front of the band, with the amps cranked to eleven and the snare drum piercing through your chest. So if you want something savage that doesn’t speculate too much, this is it.
Filip Vincek – Night Vision: I usually don’t cover tracks this happy, but Filip’s talent can’t be denied. Shredding with songwriting skills—that’s not common in a niche full of great technical players who often lack creativity. It’s nice to get something that can satisfy both departments: the headbangers who want to be impressed and the listeners who want to feel something. It’s a rare balance, and it works surprisingly well.
Angry Freak – Hear Me, Fear Me: Alright, sometimes we give chances to angsty Rock. Except that the guitar work here is a bit more elaborate than usual, and the production style is clearly Metal. This is a good track to try conquering your friend who isn’t really into all this sick music. It’s accessible without being boring, heavy without being alienating. A solid entry point for the uninitiated, or just a pleasant diversion for the rest of us.
Aviditas – Through the Root: Cute name, right? It’s actually kind of deceiving, because the track isn’t really too heavy and follows that power ballad tradition. So again, nothing too crazy, but maybe it can help you get in touch with your feelings or something. You should, you know? It’s okay to let the guard down sometimes. The guitars are clean, the vocals are heartfelt. Not every track needs to be a war zone.
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