Sonata Arctica

Silence

another convert here - SA is simply great

Review Score:

(10/10)
Up until a few months ago, I'd never heard of them, but now they're among my favorite groups and I listen to "Silence" and "Winterheart's Guild" (even better, IMHO) over and over. The only negative I can give is that the drumming can get repetitive. But the amazing melodic hooks and harmonies and the intelligent lyrics and the excellent vocalist take your mind soaring above such concerns. I don't understand the reviewers who gave them 3 stars or lower; they have so much more going on in their songs than 95% of other bands, and their knack of coming up with stirring melodies never ceases to impress and amaze me. After tiring of all the American pablum that passes for music, it was a revelation to find this Finnish wonder. Give them a try, you won't regret it.

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