the "what are you currently listening to" thread - Page 73

robhudd · July 1st, 2012, 02:57 PM

The entire "As The World Bleeds" cd. Simply stunning!

Verbum Lux · July 6th, 2012, 10:18 PM

Delain - Milk And Honey

The new album is a bit of a surprise in the Delain got heavier and yet more pop at the same time. Great stuff though. Not as brilliant as April Rain, but awesome nonetheless.

M@RS · July 6th, 2012, 10:28 PM

Ooh! I should check out that album. I never got April Rain. D:

Verbum Lux · July 7th, 2012, 01:28 PM

Delain - We Are The Others

Relates to the murder of Sophie Lancaster.

Quote:

Originally Posted by M@RS

Ooh! I should check out that album. I never got April Rain. D:

All of Delain's work is worth getting IMO.

On their first album, Lucidity, it's really a project as opposed to an actual band. They bring in a whole bunch of guest musicians, and the vocalists (in addition to Charlotte) include Liv Kristine Krull, Marco Hietala, and Sharon den Adel. It has a fairly unified feel considering this. The music itself is fairly standard symphonic metal, but it's a very solid and pretty interesting album. I particularly recommend the song "The Gathering."

April Rain was a huge step forward for them, and one of my all-time favorite albums. They have a true band this time, and that helped a lot. They retain much of the symphonic sound, but move more into pop-metal territory here. Every song is super-catchy and instantly memorable. Charlotte Wessels gets the spotlight this time, and deservedly so - she improved dramatically between albums and became one of the best singers I've ever heard. She also turned out to be a mighty fine lyricist too - this is a VERY well written album. Marco Hietala provides some addition vocals on a couple of tracks (and does an awesome job too. I was kind of disappointed he didn't make an appearance on the third outing).

We Are The Others, as I said above, is both heavier and more pop-oriented. Some of the songs barely even qualify as metal, but they sure are great. It's an interesting direction for Delain to take - maybe even a bit of a gamble - but I think they pulled it off well. Charlotte of course is superb again. She's probably the most underrated female singer in metal,. "Get The Devil Out of Me" is the single, but "Milk and Honey" and the title track will give you a better feel for the album and Delain in general.

In case you haven't guessed, I'm a bit of a Delain fanboy.

BM · July 7th, 2012, 04:48 PM

Two days ago I found out they'll be playing in the town I live in in a couple of months.

M@RS · July 7th, 2012, 09:17 PM

Broken by Voyager.

Hmm, I can't say how much I'll enjoy the whole "pop metal" thing. But we'll see. My tastes are changing to the point that I'm not even sure what I like (or will like).

Verbum Lux · July 29th, 2012, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BM

Two days ago I found out they'll be playing in the town I live in in a couple of months.

Sweet. From what I've heard, they're good live.

Quote:

Originally Posted by M@RS

Hmm, I can't say how much I'll enjoy the whole "pop metal" thing. But we'll see. My tastes are changing to the point that I'm not even sure what I like (or will like).

M@rs, here's the video for the song April Rain. Unfortunately, they edited it down a bit, but it should give you a good idea of Delain at one of their more "pop" moments.

You Tube

If you can deal with that, you shouldn't have any problem with the rest. They definitely have darker, more metal songs too.

Listening to Holding On by Children 18:3 off their new album, On The Run.

As much as I've been enjoying We Are The Others, this album has been getting a lot more of my attention. I've been a fan of theirs ever since I got their sophomore album, Rains' 'A Coming and I was expecting this to be good, but it turned out to be even better than I'd hoped. It's easily their best work and the best album of 2012 so far (and probably will remain so for me). Not only are the songs all awesome, but the Christian themes are a lot more pronounced this time. On the previous release, there were definitely Christian elements, but they tended to be more subtle.

I also have personal reasons for liking On The Run. Ever had the feeling that God was reaching out to you through music? I mentioned once a while back that Mirror of Souls was like that for me when I found it. It's a similar feeling with this. On The Run has come along at a time in my life when I really need encouragement, and listening to these songs has really helped me. It's a difficult thing to put into words.

Anyway, as you no doubt can guess, I highly recommend it. I should warn you though - it's not metal. Children 18:3 have been described as punk rock with garage rock elements, and I supposes that's pretty accurate.

M@RS · July 29th, 2012, 08:01 PM

Huh, I could get into that.

prometheus7 · August 13th, 2012, 02:19 PM

Sacred Warrior's "Waiting in Darkness". Hopefully the rest of the album will sound this killer.

You Tube

Aletheus · August 20th, 2012, 01:24 PM

You Tube

TheLegendaryDreamer · August 21st, 2012, 02:02 PM

I am currently listening to THIS:

http://www.epicrockradio.com/

And yes, you can vote for Theocracy.

M@RS · August 21st, 2012, 08:32 PM

In The Presence Of Enemies pt. 1 by Dream Theater.

Parched Earth · August 21st, 2012, 08:40 PM

Flying Colors - Blue Ocean

M@RS · August 21st, 2012, 10:19 PM

I LOVE Flying Colors.

Parched Earth · August 22nd, 2012, 10:46 AM

Me too! Hopefully a follow up album will be created at some point in the future. Here's a fan-made video for Infinite Fire I recently saw. Quite impressive for a fan video. He used Mike Portnoy's drum cam footage and intermixed shots of he and another guy playing the other instruments.

You Tube

Verbum Lux · August 22nd, 2012, 08:51 PM

Signum Regis - Mystical Majesty

One of my favorite recommendations I've seen on this forum. The Eyes of Power is a great album.

M@RS · August 22nd, 2012, 09:13 PM

Innocence Faded by Dream Theater.

Awake is one of those albums that I'm not head over heels in love with, but I still sing it all of the time.

SeaStorm · August 23rd, 2012, 01:11 AM

I just returned from an Unleash The Archers show. A M A Z I N G. I think this Canadian band has a ton of potential and I hope to see them keep growing their fanbase. Check out General Of The Dark Army:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVi0d7oqDvs

M@RS · August 23rd, 2012, 02:07 AM

So much gorgeous hair.

Great find! Definitely going to have my scopes on them.

Verbum Lux · August 25th, 2012, 04:50 PM

Xandria - Fire of Universe

Sounds like the title of a Dragonforce song.

I think that Neverworld's End is a fantastic album, and I'm perfectly happy with the direction Xandria is taking now, but in some ways I do prefer the old Xandria. I think they were unique and special with Lisa Middelhauve. I'm very much looking forward to her solo album.

M@RS · August 30th, 2012, 10:05 PM

The Dark Eternal Night by Dream Theater.

Pojoh · August 31st, 2012, 03:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SeaStorm

I just returned from an Unleash The Archers show. A M A Z I N G. I think this Canadian band has a ton of potential and I hope to see them keep growing their fanbase. Check out General Of The Dark Army:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVi0d7oqDvs

So Blaming you for my lack of funds!! Lol, so picked this up, as well as Delain's newest one. Unleash the Archers is my Canadian Obligation to great metal ;D

Also been listening to Project 86's newest .. Fall Goliath Fall is just a great track.

FleshAndBloodTheocracy · August 31st, 2012, 10:22 PM

I've been listening to new P86 too....I dig it.
I'm currently listening to a series of sermons called "Christ on the Cross" by Pastor Mark Driscoll.

Verbum Lux · September 2nd, 2012, 09:08 PM

Blood Stain Child - Stargazer

Sophia left the band, which is depressing because Epsilon is one of my favorite albums and I was really looking forward to hearing more from that lineup. It doesn't sound like she left on bad terms though, and the official announcement indicated that she will be involved in future projects, which is good.

They're doing an open call for a new vocalist, if anyone is interested or knows someone who might be good fit:

http://www.bloodstainchild.com/en/ne...uly_2012_bosyu

patty7999 · September 16th, 2012, 02:47 PM

https://www.facebook.com/EnceladusOfficial

You Tube

Singer of Enceladus

July 6th, 2012, 10:28 PM	#1803 (permalink)
M@RS Dept. of Redundancy Dept. Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Thailand Posts: 663	Ooh! I should check out that album. I never got April Rain. D: __________________ "I like to listen to Lady Gaga while vacuuming the house in an evening gown. Is that wrong?" - prometheus7 "You said God scolded you. I hope it was for your grammar." - Metalmilitia2000

July 7th, 2012, 09:17 PM	#1806 (permalink)
M@RS Dept. of Redundancy Dept. Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Thailand Posts: 663	Broken by Voyager. Hmm, I can't say how much I'll enjoy the whole "pop metal" thing. But we'll see. My tastes are changing to the point that I'm not even sure what I like (or will like). __________________ "I like to listen to Lady Gaga while vacuuming the house in an evening gown. Is that wrong?" - prometheus7 "You said God scolded you. I hope it was for your grammar." - Metalmilitia2000

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M@RS Dept. of Redundancy Dept. Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Thailand Posts: 663	Huh, I could get into that. __________________ "I like to listen to Lady Gaga while vacuuming the house in an evening gown. Is that wrong?" - prometheus7 "You said God scolded you. I hope it was for your grammar." - Metalmilitia2000

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M@RS Dept. of Redundancy Dept. Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Thailand Posts: 663	In The Presence Of Enemies pt. 1 by Dream Theater. __________________ "I like to listen to Lady Gaga while vacuuming the house in an evening gown. Is that wrong?" - prometheus7 "You said God scolded you. I hope it was for your grammar." - Metalmilitia2000

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M@RS Dept. of Redundancy Dept. Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Thailand Posts: 663	I LOVE Flying Colors. __________________ "I like to listen to Lady Gaga while vacuuming the house in an evening gown. Is that wrong?" - prometheus7 "You said God scolded you. I hope it was for your grammar." - Metalmilitia2000

July 1st, 2012, 02:57 PM	#1801 (permalink)
robhudd Theocracy Fan! Join Date: May 2012 Location: Northern California Posts: 25	The entire "As The World Bleeds" cd. Simply stunning!

July 6th, 2012, 10:18 PM	#1802 (permalink)
Verbum Lux Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 389	Delain - Milk And Honey The new album is a bit of a surprise in the Delain got heavier and yet more pop at the same time. Great stuff though. Not as brilliant as April Rain, but awesome nonetheless.

July 7th, 2012, 04:48 PM	#1805 (permalink)
BM Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 202	Two days ago I found out they'll be playing in the town I live in in a couple of months.

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TheLegendaryDreamer Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 39	I am currently listening to THIS: http://www.epicrockradio.com/ And yes, you can vote for Theocracy.

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Parched Earth Isaiah 53:2 Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 85	Flying Colors - Blue Ocean

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Verbum Lux Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 389	Signum Regis - Mystical Majesty One of my favorite recommendations I've seen on this forum. The Eyes of Power is a great album.

August 22nd, 2012, 09:13 PM	#1817 (permalink)
M@RS Dept. of Redundancy Dept. Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Thailand Posts: 663	Innocence Faded by Dream Theater. Awake is one of those albums that I'm not head over heels in love with, but I still sing it all of the time. __________________ "I like to listen to Lady Gaga while vacuuming the house in an evening gown. Is that wrong?" - prometheus7 "You said God scolded you. I hope it was for your grammar." - Metalmilitia2000

August 23rd, 2012, 02:07 AM	#1819 (permalink)
M@RS Dept. of Redundancy Dept. Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Thailand Posts: 663	So much gorgeous hair. Great find! Definitely going to have my scopes on them. __________________ "I like to listen to Lady Gaga while vacuuming the house in an evening gown. Is that wrong?" - prometheus7 "You said God scolded you. I hope it was for your grammar." - Metalmilitia2000

August 25th, 2012, 04:50 PM	#1820 (permalink)
Verbum Lux Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 389	Xandria - Fire of Universe Sounds like the title of a Dragonforce song. I think that Neverworld's End is a fantastic album, and I'm perfectly happy with the direction Xandria is taking now, but in some ways I do prefer the old Xandria. I think they were unique and special with Lisa Middelhauve. I'm very much looking forward to her solo album.

August 30th, 2012, 10:05 PM	#1821 (permalink)
M@RS Dept. of Redundancy Dept. Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Thailand Posts: 663	The Dark Eternal Night by Dream Theater. __________________ "I like to listen to Lady Gaga while vacuuming the house in an evening gown. Is that wrong?" - prometheus7 "You said God scolded you. I hope it was for your grammar." - Metalmilitia2000

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FleshAndBloodTheocracy Living Apple Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Mon Valley, PA Posts: 860	I've been listening to new P86 too....I dig it. I'm currently listening to a series of sermons called "Christ on the Cross" by Pastor Mark Driscoll. __________________ -Kevin

September 2nd, 2012, 09:08 PM	#1824 (permalink)
Verbum Lux Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 389	Blood Stain Child - Stargazer Sophia left the band, which is depressing because Epsilon is one of my favorite albums and I was really looking forward to hearing more from that lineup. It doesn't sound like she left on bad terms though, and the official announcement indicated that she will be involved in future projects, which is good. They're doing an open call for a new vocalist, if anyone is interested or knows someone who might be good fit: http://www.bloodstainchild.com/en/ne...uly_2012_bosyu