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Alastis are :
War D on Guitar, Synths and Vocals
Acronoise on Drums and Percussion
Nick on Lead Guitar
Raff on Bass and Backing Vocals
The tracks are :
1. Juste Hate (3:40)
2. Burnt Alive (4:32)
3. Eternal Cycle (5:21)
4. Sacrifice (4:31)
5. Ecstacy (3:33)
6. Like A Dream (5:03)
7. Nemesis (3:55)
8. Bring Down (3:39)
9. Agony (3:54)
10. Revenge (4:51)
"Linguistically, the name Alastis is a derivation of Alastor,
the executioner of hell. In reference to the band Alastis,
however, the name is actually possessor of some amazingly dark music
far more complex than any preconceived visions of an average, late-coming
black metal act" (quote from the sleeve).
I couldn't have said it better myself.
The first track 'Juste Hate' is a moody, atmospheric and loud
track that has a very gothic feel to it. There is an excellent riff
that accompanies the chorus.
The next track is 'Burnt Alive', this is a slow and encapsulating
affair that screams for it's listeners to press the repeat button
on their CD players. Excellent keyboards and guitar work. One of the
best tracks on the album.
The third track is 'Eternal Cycle', dark, triumphant, victorious
sounding track. Some excellent synthesiser ans guitar talents are
shown in this. This is brilliant, but you could say, is an acquired
taste.
The next track is 'Sacrifice', has a haunting intro, so haunting
infact if you were on your own, you could become paranoid. Not one
for someone who frightens easily.
'Ecstacy', not as scary or intimidating as some of the other
tracks.
The sixth track is 'Like A Dream', calm, settling guitar intro
that leads you to believe that this is going to be a very pleasant
melodic number. It isn't, it just gets louder and brasher and definately
worth a listen.
The next track is 'Nemesis', angelic chior accompanied by hammer
strikes on a rather large anvil, which makes up an inspiring backing
to a totally brilliant track.
'Bring Down', this is a track that you need to play very loud
to get the best out of it. Slow hard drivin' rhythm. Mid-track is
slightly mellower, before returning to the heavy riffs and backing
keyboards.
The ninth track is 'Agony' this is an evil sounding track .
Fast gripping rhythm that holds your attention and keeps wnting for
more. This 4 minute epic will knock the socks off anyone.
The final track is 'Revenge', which happens to be the title
track. Hard & heavy riffs starting off slow and gradually increases
with speed and loudness. Some nice keyboards in the background and
excellent guitar work.
All in all, this is a very good album. A mixture of black metal with
a slight mystique.
This CD is released by Century Media Records.
USA
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Santa Monica, CA 90404
Phone : 310 574 7400.
Tel : 310 574 7414
mail@centurymedia.com
GERMANY
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44147 Dortmund
Tel : +49 231 8297 0
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