Reviewed by Nikolay Rachev
This is one of the most important Metal albums, because it has exerted a big influence on the whole Gothic scene. The release is the second of PARADISE LOST and unfortunately to me, it's not so extreme like the previous one, but now we have another interesting 'offerings' from the band.If we have to talk about the heaviness of the music, it's here - the slow and crushing guitars, the wonderful solos and the smashing voice of Nick Holmes.But now there is also something innovatory - female vocals and orchestral passages, and they are alternated with the brutal sound very well. I think that PL has made a unique album for the those times. About the songs - you can't be bored, because every of them sounds different.The lyrics - I think every of you realizes the influences of PL in text attitude. You should listen to this part of the Metal history!