This is what started it all off, the debut album from 2007, when the Spaniards started to show the world what they are made of. Symphonic, dark, metallic, melodic yet never losing the heaviness. There is a full integration of the keyboards into the overall sound that makes a huge difference to what these guys are doing. These are no Children of Bodom wannabe’s but instead are creating dark symphonic music that is intricate yet simple, beautiful with a deft touch but also as heavy as anyone could wish. The keyboards don’t take away from the power of the guitars but instead emphasise them so that they are more dramatic. There are layers upon layers, all put together with great care to build something that is viewed as one of the finest debuts within the melodic death scene, and no wonder.
There could not be a better time to discover this band, what with a brand new album out and the debut available free of charge. Just visit www.dawnoftears.org and get your copy now.
