Discog. Discourse Avenged Sevenfold
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Jul 19, 2023 Dive into the world of Avenged Sevenfold as the hosts rank every album from their metalcore roots to experimental heights. They tackle the best trilogy of metal albums and reflect on the cringiest lyrics imaginable. Ship out a salute to M. Shadows and his dedication to the troops while debating the emotional weight of 'Nightmare' post-The Rev's passing. Ultimately, they crown 'City of Evil' as the band's peak, showcasing its flawless songwriting and timeless appeal. Join the waves of nostalgia and critique!
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Ambition vs. Cohesion On New Experimentation
- Listeners polarize around Life Is But A Dream's production and wild stylistic shifts.
- Nathan admires the ambition but calls much of it a 'big miss' due to production and songwriting issues.
Album-Level Listening Unlocks Rewards
- Life Is But A Dream rewards full-album listens rather than single-shot judgements.
- Jeff says its back half and experimental tracks give the band fresh momentum after sounding stale.
Rev's Drums Rescue Debut Roughness
- Kyle highlights The Rev's drumming as the standout that carries Sounding the Seventh Trumpet.
- He admits the vocals and production are rough but the drum parts are a must-listen for drummers.