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Band
Shattered Sun
Title
The Evolution of Anger
Type
LP/EP
Company
Victory
YOR
2017
Style
Metalcore/Hardcore
8/11/2017 - Review by: Eric Compton
Highly anticipated sophomore album from this diverse metal act
Diverse metal act Shattered Sun return for their highly anticipated sophomore album. The high energy vibe from the debut carries over to this compelling and rigid album that showcases the band's strengths as songwriters and musicians. The thrash aspect is firmly intact while softer, more melodic tones punctuate the soulful chorus pieces. Highlight is the addictive power crunch of "Burn It Down". It is everything we expected from this rookie sensation. Kudos for the production handled by Mark Lewis (Fallujah, Devil Driver) and cover art by Marcelo Vasco (Slayer, Kreator).
Recommended for fans of: War of Ages, Killswitch Engage
PERSONAL BREAKDOWN:

ENJOYMENT
3.5
MUSIC
3.5
VOCALS
3.5
PRODUCTION
4
ARTWORK
3.5
LYRICS
3


  • 1 :REVIEW COUNT
    3.5 :AVE RATING

ALL REVIEWS FOR: SHATTERED SUN
TITLE
DOR
COMPANY
REVIEWER DATE MADE RATING
Hope Within Hatred
2015
Victory
Greg Watson6/24/2015
4
The Evolution of Anger
2017
Victory
Eric Compton8/11/2017
3.5

ALL INTERVIEWS FOR: SHATTERED SUN
INTERVIEW INTERVIEWER DATE TAGLINE
Marcos LealEric Compton6/10/2015"Earning Their Spot"


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