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1.1 Bewildering Duress1.2 The Retribution1.3 A Deathless Prison1.4 Hamartia1.5 His Rage Made Manifest1.6 Indelibility of Iniquity |
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| Description: | Foretoken by Foretoken, released 4 September 2020, includes the following tracks: "A Deathless Prison", "His Rage Made Manifest" and more.
This version of Foretoken comes as a 1xCD. - 2020 release from melodic death metal duo Foretoken. The core band of Steve Redmond (guitars and orchestral compositions) and Dan Cooley (lyrics and vocals) enlisted Hannes Grossmann (Triptykon, ex-Hate Eternal, ex-Obscura, Necrophagist) on drum duties for the extraordinary album. Combining symphonic elements with genres such as folk metal, melodic death, tech deaths, and black metal, have allowed Foretoken to create something familiar yet distinct. By merging various forms of extreme metal, Foretoken creates captivating sonic landscapes for their mythology-inspired stories. Myths and legends have often been used as narrative devices used to tell cautionary tales of pain, rage, and lament. Foretoken's cinematic approach to songwriting transports the listener into these stories from beginning to often tragic end.500 Copies Worldwide."Ruin" is a devastatingly intense metal album by Foretoken, presented here in the high-quality CD format by Prosthetic Records / Cargo. Across its tracks, the band fuses melodic death metal, epic blackened elements and cinematic arrangements into a dense, atmospheric journey that balances technical precision with emotional depth. Massive riff walls, blast-beat barrages and dramatic orchestral textures are interwoven with expressive guitar leads and powerful vocal performances, creating a soundtrack that feels at once apocalyptic and grandiose. The production is clear yet earth-shaking, emphasizing both detail and sheer impact, making this CD a compelling listen from start to finish for fans of modern, sophisticated extreme metal.
Foretoken stand out through their combination of aggressive riffing and sweeping, almost soundtrack-like melodies. Their compositions often unfold in movements, moving from furious speed to brooding mid-tempo passages and haunting, melodic interludes. Lyrically, the band draws on themes of mythology, downfall and human conflict, giving "Ruin" a conceptual, story-driven character without becoming a strict concept album. This thoughtful approach has earned Foretoken attention in the international metal underground and praise from critics who highlight their ability to merge brutality, atmosphere and compositional ambition.
As an artist, Foretoken represent a newer generation of extreme metal that is unafraid to cross stylistic boundaries. Their releases have garnered recognition in specialist press and metal communities for their high level of musicianship and the cinematic scope of their songwriting. With "Ruin", Foretoken solidify their reputation as a band to watch, appealing to listeners who appreciate both technical prowess and emotional resonance in metal.
The CD is released by Prosthetic Records in cooperation with Cargo, a label and distribution partner known for its strong roster of innovative metal and heavy music acts. Prosthetic Records has built a reputation for discovering and developing forward-thinking artists across the heavier spectrum, often giving a platform to bands that push genre limits instead of following trends. Through their collaboration with Cargo, they ensure that albums like "Ruin" are available in high-quality physical editions and can reach an international audience. Fans of collectible CDs and carefully curated metal catalogues will find in this release a product that reflects both labels' dedication to uncompromising heavy music. |
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| No. of tracks: |
6 |
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| Manufacturer No.: |
00142354 |
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