Katatonia "City Burials"

Country: Sweden
Genre(s): Progressive Rock/Metal
Label: Peaceville Records
Format: CD, vinyl, digital
Release date: April 24, 2020
Tracklist: 
1. Heart Set To Divide (5:29)
2. Behind The Blood (4:37)
3. Lacquer (4:42)
4. Rein (4:20)
5. The Winter Of Our Passing (3:18)
6. Vanishers (4:56)
7. City Glaciers (5:30)
8. Flicker (4:44)
9. Lachesis (1:54)
10. Neon Epitaph (4:31)
11. Untrodden (4:29)
12. Fighters (3:37) - digital bonus track

Total Time 52:07

Line-up: 
Jonas Renkse - Vocals
Anders Nyström - Guitar
Roger Öjersson (Tiamat) - Guitar
Niklas Sandin - Bass
Daniel Moilanen - Drums
   With
Anni Bernhard - Vocals (6)

Description/Reviews: 

With the winds of a new direction steering the band on their latest journey, City Burials stands as Katatonia’s new triumph of deep & enigmatic progressive rock – the fruits of a rejuvenating and profound chapter in the band’s legacy; a catalyst for its creators, with a collection of moments constructed out of the fragments of an ever-evolving life. Compiled into one of their most important modern works and statements to date, the finely-honed instrumentation provides a multi-textured backdrop with the voice of Jonas Renkse guiding us through these latest trials of loss and ruin.The proof of Jonas and Anders’ enduring artistic bond is displayed throughout City Burials’ absorbing 58 minutes of meticulously crafted melodies and inspired, idiosyncratic arrangements.  From the spine-tingling dynamics of opener “Heart Set To Divide” through and the simmering menace of “Lacquer” to the wildly evocative sorrow-scapes of “City Glaciers” and the exquisitely delicate “Vanishers”  Katatonia’s eleventh studio album is a showcase for a partnership that was magical from the very start.

Media/Samples 
Behind The Blood
Lacquer
The Winter Of Our Passing

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Sikth "The Future In Whose Eyes?"

Country: UK
Genre(s): Technical Progressive Metal
Label: Millennium Night (Peaceville Records) CDVILEF669
Format: CD, vinyl, digital
Release date: June 2, 2017
Tracklist: 
1. Vivid (4:28)
2. Century Of The Narcissist? (4:09)
3. The Aura (4:02)
4. This Ship Has Sailed (1:19)
5. Weavers Of Woe (5:31)
6. Cracks Of Light (4:13)
7. Golden Cufflinks (4:07)
8. The Moon's Been Gone For Hours (2:46)
9. Riddles Of Humanity (3:46)
10. No Wishbones (4:30)
11. Ride The Illusion (4:37)
12. When It Rains (2:35)

Total Time 46:03

Line-up: 
Mikee W Goodman - Vocals
Joe Rosser - Vocals
Graham "Pin" Pinney - Guitars
Dan Weller - Guitars
Dan Foord - Drums
James Leach - Bass
   With
Spencer Sotelo (Periphery) - Vocals (6)

Description/Reviews: 

SitkTh have carried on where they left off and despite the fact that they were a large influence on the second wave of tech metal that was the djent phenomenon that happened during their hiatus, they still have their own unique sound that is light years ahead of their contemporaries and protégés.

Read the full review by Steve Fallows at echoesanddust.com

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Stream  
Vivid 
Golden Cufflinks
No Wishbones 

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Sikth "The Future In Whose Eyes?"

Country: UK
Genre(s): Technical Progressive Metal
Label: Millennium Night (Peaceville Records) CDVILEF669
Format: CD, vinyl, digital
Release date: June 2, 2017
Tracklist: 
1. Vivid (4:28)
2. Century Of The Narcissist? (4:09)
3. The Aura (4:02)
4. This Ship Has Sailed (1:19)
5. Weavers Of Woe (5:31)
6. Cracks Of Light (4:13)
7. Golden Cufflinks (4:07)
8. The Moon's Been Gone For Hours (2:46)
9. Riddles Of Humanity (3:46)
10. No Wishbones (4:30)
11. Ride The Illusion (4:37)
12. When It Rains (2:35)

Total Time 46:03

Line-up: 
Mikee W Goodman - Vocals
Joe Rosser - Vocals
Graham "Pin" Pinney - Guitars
Dan Weller - Guitars
Dan Foord - Drums
James Leach - Bass
   With
Spencer Sotelo (Periphery) - Vocals (6)

Description/Reviews: 

SitkTh have carried on where they left off and despite the fact that they were a large influence on the second wave of tech metal that was the djent phenomenon that happened during their hiatus, they still have their own unique sound that is light years ahead of their contemporaries and protégés.

Read the full review by Steve Fallows at echoesanddust.com

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Stream  
Vivid 
Golden Cufflinks
No Wishbones 

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Katatonia "The Fall of Hearts"

Country: Sweden
Genre(s): Progressive Metal/Rock
Label: Peaceville Records
Format: CD, vinyl, digital
Release date: May 20, 2016
Tracklist: 
1. Takeover (7:09)
2. Serein (4:46)
3. Old Heart Falls (4:22)
4. Decima (4:46)
5. Sanction  (5:07)
6. Residual (6:54)
7. Serac (7:25)
8. Last Song Before The Fade (5:01)
9. Shifts (4:54)
10. The Night Subscriber (6:10)
11. Pale Flag (4:23)
12. Passer (6:25)
13. Vakaren (4:54) (CD/DVD & Deluxe Edition Bonus Track)
14. Sistere  (4:11) (LP & Deluxe Edition Bonus Track)
15. Wide Awake In Quietus  (4:59) (Digital & Deluxe Edition Bonus Track)

Total Time 81:26

Line-up: 
Jonas Renkse - Vocals
Anders Nyström - Guitar
Roger Öjersson (Tiamat) - Guitar
Niklas Sandin - Bass
Daniel Moilanen - Drums
   With
Gregor MacKintosh (Paradise Lost) - Guitar (15)

Description/Reviews: 

The Fall of Hearts, to be released on May 20 through Peaceville Records, continues in the vein of their dark progressive rock catalogue with a record that is diverse and melancholic while incorporating unique guitar work and catchy vocals.
“Takeover” begins with Jonas Renkse’s expressive voice and gently distorted guitars before Daniel Moilanen’s hypnotic rhythms emerge, underpinning a dark, knotted riff a la Tool, but with a distinct tapping section. Though I’m sure many make comparisons between Katatonia and other long-standing progressive acts like Tool, Porcupine Tree and Opeth, this group, ten albums into their career, have developed an identity that stands strong on its own. This driving yet atmospheric opening track gives the listener an idea of what to expect from The Fall of Hearts, featuring melodic vocals, unique guitar work and chilling, minimalist keys.

Read the full review by Landon Turlock at itdjents.com

Media/Samples 
Old Heart Falls

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Novembre "Ursa"

Country: Italy
Genre(s): Atmospheric Progressive Metal
Label: Peaceville Records
Format: CD, vinyl
Release date: April 1, 2016
Tracklist: 
1. Australis (7:37)
2. The Rose (5:30)
3. Umana (5:50)
4. Easter (5:03)
5. URSA (5:50)
6. Oceans Of Afternoons (5:45)
7. Annoluce (6:21)
8. Agathae (9:23)
9. Bremen (6:17)
10. Fin (7:13)

Total Time 64:49

Line-up: 
Carmelo Orlando - Guitars,Vocals
Masssimiliano Pagliuso - Guitars
   With
Paolo Sapja - Saxophone
Tatjana Ronchetti - Vocals
Fabio Fraschini - Bass
David Folchitto - Drums
Riccardo Studer - Keyboards and effects

Description/Reviews: 

Following a beautifully atmospheric and slow-paced intro, the first track “Australis” really gets this record off the mark, with a gracefully simple yet striking lead riff composed of just three notes, and a soaring vocal harmony layered over the top, creating a distinctly progressive vibe and kicking the album off fantastically.
Transitioning from a somewhat prog-rock vibe created by the drums and guitars, to heavier riffs, a great shred section, and screamed vocals, this first track really allows the band to display their impressive sonic range. With clean vocal harmonies in the beginning that seem reminiscent of R.E.M’s Michael Stipe, and later with screams that some might compare to Behemoth’s Nergal in terms of the blackened feel, the true variation of Novembre’s influence can be seen through this opening song alone.

Read the full review by Sam Alberti at itdjents.com

Media/Samples 
Umana
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