As the year 2023 draws to a close, Zach, a music enthusiast, compiles his top 10 albums of the year, reflecting on the tumultuous events that have unfolded. Amidst personal challenges and academic pursuits, music remains a constant source of solace and inspiration for him. Meeting his musical idol, Alex Haddad, and discovering new bands have been bright spots in an otherwise challenging year.
Expressing gratitude to his readers and fellow reviewers, Zach looks forward to the new year with optimism and anticipation. Honorable mentions are given to bands like Massen, Obsidian Tide, and Lunar Chamber for their impressive contributions to the music scene.
Wormhole’s “Almost Human” kicks off the top 10 list with its technical death metal sound, captivating listeners with relentless riffs and intense vocals. Valdrin’s “Throne of the Lunar Soul” weaves a symphonic black metal tapestry that immerses listeners in a dark fantasy realm, showcasing the band’s musical prowess.
The Ritual Aura’s “Heresiarch” stands out for its technical death metal brilliance, featuring epic compositions and symphonic elements. TEMIC’s “Terror Management Theory” brings a refreshing take on progressive metal, captivating audiences with intricate melodies and powerful vocals.
Fires in the Distance’s “Air Not Meant for Us” delivers melancholic yet powerful melodic death metal, earning praise for its emotional depth and musicality. Alkaloid’s “Numen” showcases technical death metal prowess, though it falters slightly in the latter half of the album.
Carnosus’s “Visions of Infinihility” impresses with its relentless speed and technicality, solidifying the band’s place in the tech-death genre. Stortregn’s “Finitude” emerges as a tech-death masterpiece with intricate melodies and relentless energy, captivating listeners from start to finish.
Horrendous’s “Ontological Mysterium” pays homage to classic prog-death influences while infusing fresh creativity into the genre, earning accolades for its songwriting and innovation. Topping Zach’s list is Afterbirth’s “In But Not Of,” a progressive death metal gem that defies genre conventions, blending brutal death metal with unexpected influences like synth and alt-rock.
With each album offering a unique sonic experience, Zach’s top 10 list reflects the diversity and creativity present in the metal music landscape of 2023. As he bids farewell to the year, Zach looks forward to discovering more musical treasures in 2024.
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