Search - In Memorium :: From Misery Comes Darkness

Douglas Hernandez | 09/04/2005

(4 out of 5 stars)

"The good folks at Moribund, who also distributed the An Ancient Word opus MCD in 1999 from this same band, have finally signed them and unleashed upon us this new masterpiece. This album had already been recorded in 2002 independently, so it's great that now In Memorium is getting more exposure for their work, for this is stuff that should not go unheard. You can tell this is the same band that released the aforementioned MCD, a release that was strong in its own right with a production that suited the dark aura of the compositions. This new album boasts a crisper production and now you can appreciate every player's performance to the fullest, including Caleb's memorable leads, and Steve's stylistically innovative drum work. Keyboards make their presence known in a pertinent way, playing a more unified role with the rest of the instruments but still achieving a haunting atmosphere when applicable. Personally, I find In Memorium's brand of darkened black metal refreshing. You can see their influences, like very early Satyricon, but in the end they create a work that's satisfying to the appreciative ear and competitively challenging to their peers."