What is the meaning of a riff? What messages are conveyed? What ideals are inspire these formulations of notes and rhythmic intensity. Unless you read old Swedish, you won't get a sence of that from the lyrics. The idea that most strikes me when listening to this later day Arckanum concoction is that your destructor is a merciless but mournful monster. A learned and sensitive villain, he sees that your doom is necessary but mourns the loss of evil potential. This is a slightly more subdued affair than earlier releases, great care taken to craft intricate riffs that create textured atmospheres. Melodies almost surprise you, and you wonder whatever happened to the molecule shredding of old. Good album with thoughtful music, but I miss the din and wanton destruction.
Rating: 7.5 out of 10
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