IN THIS MOMENT- 'The Dream' album review

The hotly anticipated second album from In This Moment has finally arrived, and have they fallen prey to second album syndrome? to a certain extent, yes. Fans of the metalcore elements of their debut are going to be rather disappointed with this CD, but if you enjoyed the more melodic aspects of 'Beautiful Tragedy' then you're in for a treat. 'The Dream' is a hard edged pop rock album that sees the band going in a much more commercial direction. The pop-punk chorus of 'Forever' (see video below) is ridiculously infectious, and the whole album is memorable, if nowhere near as heavy as the first one, which is a shame. Maria Brink's voice is put through less of a workout this time round, so those that didn't get along with her piercing screams before will find more to enjoy here.

MOTORHEAD- LEMMY ACTION FIGURE

You need this in your life. Why? Because you do. Trust me. The Lemmy action figure was released in July and has been delighting fans with its likeness to the man himself- including his famous warts. The Lemmy Kiliminster action figure, made by Loco Ape and officially licensed by Motorhead, is supplied with his infamous Rickenbacker bass and raised mic stand. Lemmy comes with a display base in a Motorhead-themed blister card pack. The figure stands approximately 7 inches tall and is articulated at the shoulders, elbows and waist. He looks great, well, as great as Lemmy *can* look anyway..

STRAY- 'ABUSE BY PROXY' REVIEW (Unter Null side-project)

'Abuse by Proxy' is the long awaited debut release from UNTER NULL mastermind Erica Dunham's side-project, Stray. Where her main project is based around harsher industrial electronics, this project features a much more subtle approach. While the beats, synths and effects are still there, they are utilized with a much more melancholic and contemplative direction. The end result is melodic and uplifting while retaining a sense of longing and emotional catharsis. The album shifts between EBM tinged songs to almost trip-hop style tunes, and boasts clean vocals in contrast to the harder approach of Unter Null. A hugely satisfying album that will find favour with any fan of intelligent EBM and melodic Industrial, this is anther great achievement from a rising star of the electronic scene.


Stray- Abuse by Proxy regular edition

Stray- Abuse by Proxy Special Edition

Fan video for 'Intoxicate':

SONIC SYNDICATE: LOVE AND OTHER DISASTERS

The second album from Sonic Syndiate, 'Love and other disasters' is out now from Nuclear Blast, and while not quite as immediate as their debut, it is nonetheless an essential slab of modern metal. Stuffed with huge harmonies amidst the chaos, this awesome CD is sure to be another hit for the Swedish six-piece. Shrugging off some of the pop edge has given them a much harder edge, but those choruses are still as massive as ever. Check out their video for 'Jack of Diamonds':


SONIC SYNDIATE- LOVE AND OTHER DISASTERS- 9/10

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