Epistemology
Keep Of Kalessin

There are bands into Metal scene that really deserves a careful listening, for they are breaking barriers and leading Metal music into new realities and paradigms. Of course, you don't have to throw away the good old stuff, but you don't need to stay in the past, being guided by rusty and mold. And one of the most creative names of Metal in nowadays is the Norwegian trio KEEP OF KALESSIN, that after four years since their last album, "Reptilian", comes with their new release, the masterpiece called "Epistemology". And let me say that the Dragon still alive and furious!
Of course many fans introduced to their music can ask about what they're sounding after Thebon left the band. And I can surely answer: extremely good.
Wizziac is still a powerhouse on bass guitar, thundering on all songs, as Vyl is playing in a technical and violent way with his hands and feet on drums, and both of them creates a heavy and technical rhythmic basis. In terms of guitars, let me say one thing to close this matter: Obsidian C. can be seeing as an extreme version for Randy Rhoads. His riffs and solos unite technique, aggressiveness and melody in a very particular way, and every note, accord or arrangement on guitars cannot be taken away or more can be putted on them. And on vocal, he is pretty good, knowing how to use his voice on harsh moments or clean and melodic ways. And mixing this all, you have a creative, powerful and extreme music, but melodic and technical as well. It's the old and good KEEP OF KALESSIN, but a step ahead into the future. In terms of sound quality, be sure: it's perfect, heavy and clean. It's the production the band's music demands to exist in good shape, so you'll hear all the instruments vivid, and strong. The cover is a fine piece of art, done by Brazilian artist Jean Michel.
Well, I really tried to see a better song to tell you to listen first, but all of them (seven on normal version, or nine in Digipack edition) are precious obsidian gems given by the Dragon Lord Kalessin. Maybe "The Spiritual Relief" (with very good clean vocals and guitars works), "The Grand Design" that has brutality, melody and technique evident, the three at the same time, the new version for "Introspection" and the long and epic "Epistemology" would fit for a first hearing. On the second, all the album will hook your souls and hearts. But if you want more, the Digipack version has two bonus songs: "Anima Mundi" (with Attila Csihar on guest vocals) and "Novae Ruptis".
The Dragon has awakened from his slumber, so surrender yourselves to "Epistemology" as soon as possible.
10 / 10
Masterpiece

"Epistemology" Track-listing:
1. Cosmic Revelation (Intro)
2. The Spiritual Relief
3. Dark Divinity
4. The Grand Design
5. Necropolis
6. Universal Core
7. Introspection
8. Epistemology
Keep Of Kalessin Lineup:
Obsidian C. - Vocals, Guitars, Keyboards
Wizziac - Bass
Vyl - Drums
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