I wanted to wait a couple of days before leaving a comment because I really needed to take my time with this record and sink my teeth into it, as it were. I read an article days before it dropped where they stated that it was Allegaeon's most "violent" record to date, and that it was, among other things, also very cathartic, a medium through which some of the band members were able to channel certain feelings. Processing loss and personal tragedies, for example. Apoptosis dropped in 2019 (that's when I discovered; I worked my way backwards from there), right after my mom was diagnosed with cervical cancer. I became her full-time caregiver, and that experience changed me (as it should). I lost her in july 2020, and the album was on constant rotation in my playlists. It's somewhat ironic that the title of the album comes from the process of cell death, something my mother's cells forgot how to do. Flash forward two years after that devastating event and this band drops an album that, and I'm not exaggerating here, blew my mind over and over. A barrage of calculated brutality that I'm thoroughly enjoying. I do hope that crafting this record and revisiting those painful moments helped the band members process all those emotions and ultimately heal, or take steps towards healing. The closing track moved me to tears, because it captures a very specific feeling, a moment even. And that's so goddamn hard. Only heartfelt poetry does that. And I think it's my favorite track in the entire record. Thank you, Allegaeon. Thank you, Metal Blade. I love you all.
this comment means so much to me, man. I can't really put into words how special it is that our music and my words touched you in such a profound way. I'm so sorry for your loss but I'm so grateful to have been a part of something that was so moving to you. Thank you so much.
@@riley_mcshane Holy shit Riley thank YOU for taking the time to reply to this message. I didn't want to believe my eyes at first when I got the alert but... Damn. Thank you. :') Big ups to the entire Allegaeon crew that put in the time and the work to put out this banger of a record. I won't forget this.
I am currently losing my mind. I am- halted from going insane. Your words are beautiful. They stunned me. It's a tough place out there, as hypocritical as that is for me to say. However, I am still unable to process my current emotions, my current state of mind. I'm stuck. I don't know what to think or where to go... yet... I find comfort in your words. So much comfort in fact, that I am able to set my mind to rest, at least for the night. Thank you for the beautiful comment, and more than that: I command you for your survival. I can barely imagine what an experience you must have gone through. I know that I would most likely not be able to get though it the way you did. At least, not before I read your comment. You gave me an overwhelming feeling. You gave me a special feeling... You gave me hope. I should probably open my eyes now.
@@RiggedSam Oh Sam, your words are deeply moving, and I appreciate you taking the time to type that message and get those words off of your chest. Knowing those words I wrote gave you hope means a lot to me. Hold on to it, treasure it, and I truly hope you're able to, in time, build on top of it.
My pre-ordered album showed up! I also just found out that I don't have a CD player of any kind in my house.... I guess I'm working out of my truck for the next couple hours
@@ocbreactions7843 New Ingested is better ,new Horde casket is better , new Bludgeoned is better, shall I continue, new Abysmal DAWN Is better,new Crainiotomy is better
@@michaelschaaf3619 Thanks! I didn't realize the new Abysmal dawn was out yet, was waiting for that! Or that there was a new Ingested. Will check out those others too!
To Carry My Grief Through Torpor and Silence............ Especially 19:18. HOLY FUCKING SHIT! This is game over... One of the best thing I heard in my life, the whole song actually, the whole album actually...
I'd much rather Opeth keep doing the amazing work they're doing, and Allegaeon keep being themselves. It's nice having variety, growth, and uniqueness.
Man ... Allegaeon always deliver. In the last year or so, only Archspire had made me squeal with joy more than this. And not a lot more. ALL HAIL ALLEGAEON!
I''l repost here my post... Finally. This surely must elevate Allegaeon to the recognition-sphere.... or maybe they have to wait until they make another masterpiece and just continue to be my(and some other fortunate) selfishly/greedily Hiden secret. They and Archspire are out of everyone's league.
@@draganov Dude, same. Allegaeon and Archspire have been my two break out bands over the last year. Drone Corpse Aviator straight fucked my earholes so good and Damnum is a god damn work of art! I also couldn't get into First Fragment. Just not my thing.
Same, I liked Grey Matter Mechanics a few years ago and really haven't listened to much else. However this CD has captivated me like never before for this band. Glad I checked back in on it.
As an artist and songwriter, I yearn for my inner dialogue to manifest itself in such majestic textures as this record! Bravo Greg and Co. for bringing to the world this amazing piece of art!
"The faceless coward within me glowers" is the most goddamn poetically accurate way to describe depression. You guys only improve with each album and it is an honor to listen.
Mulder and Scully need to investigate you guys for this one. Inhuman! Edit: Jokes aside, now that I've had a chance to really bond with this album.. It's incredible. This may be one of the most emotionally cathartic, mature, complex, and overwhelming artistic expressions I've encountered in a long time. Damnun, indeed.
Killer album, at the top of my list for sure, whole album is a chef's kiss and litterally everything stands out. So happy to clearly hear that amazing bass (Dopamine Void PT2 really stands out), vocals were perfect, 36:32 is insane especially followed by that piano solo, drums were brutal as hell on To Carry My Grief through Torpor & Silence and the guitar solos during the second half of Vermin were mindblowing. Each tracks are very well crafted. I've been a fan since Formshifter, it's just insane how each albums sound completely different while keeping the same Allegaeon unique sound at the same time. Great work, already on my 3rd replay since yesterday and it's somehow even better every time \m/
With every album, this band grows closer and closer to my elite list with BTBAM / BDM / Bodom / etc. Inspiring metal few match these days. Obligatory RIP Trevor.
My god. "To Carry My Grief Through Torpor and Silence" is certainly a highlight of the album. Incredible song. That bass solo is fire! These guys are superb musicians. Look forward to going back to see what their prior stuff sounds like.
One thing I love about Allegaeon is that the technicality doesn't overpower the musical experience. So many tech bands today are just musical nonsense, completely unmemorable.
The album cover shirt is out of stock, but I bought the other two short sleeved shirts. I absolutely love the one with the face on it. This album makes me as excited I was for Proponent III. Thanks for never writing a skipable song.
Tried to recall the whole day what this album reminds me except of Opeth and Pictura. And finally realized that somewhere is looks very alike Son of Aurelius (second album). It's the compliment for sure. And I recommend to check Son if you didn't heard of it (very underrated).
I love the faster vocals and some gutturals mixed in there at times. I actually had to check and see if oli was guesting in 2 of the tracks. Great album guys.
This album is mind blowing. I was sort of disappointed with Apoptosis since I listened to the shit out of Proponent and, to me, it didn't make it to the level of Proponent. Damnum, on the other hand, might be taking the throne. This is a complete journey and so much emotion on this album. I absolutely love every song on this, and I know its just going to keep getting better the more I listen to it.
@@gregburgess4211 sucks to hear that. Will always stick with you guys. You're one of my all time favorites, so just cause an album didn't meet my personal expectations doesn't mean I'm moving on. All your other albums are top tier🤘
Man the degree of maturity and seasoned experience truly shines on this record. I don't say mature from it being their newest work either, like fans would be inclined to assume much of the time...I mean that this music is intricately aware of its elements, and knows what compliments the Allegaeon style, and what doesn't work as well. Stellar record guys!!
I've always appreciated how uplifting this band's music is. Given the misery of the last few years, the title makes sense as does the content. Overall an absolute banger of an album but in a different mood!
One of my top 5 bands. Criminally underrated. These guys are so fucking good! Have hung out with them too, just the friendliest guys. Anyway, first playthrough just now blew me away. SO many things to love about this album! Initial favorite song for me at the moment is Saturnine. Also loved the brief just heavy old school death metal element they have going for a sec there in Only Loss. Can't wait to see these guys here in a few days on the current tour.
Rare to find an album that finishes as strong as it starts. Blows me away that the energy in the opening track is present all the way to the end. Oh and dont even get me started on the vocals. The insanely fast vocal delivery on Dopamine Void and the gutterals on Only Loss, just wow. I've really been sleeping on this band
Just recently got into this band and it just blew my mind. Technical skills but with lots of musicality, this is not the band that gives you 1.000 notes per second. The Spanish guitars and clean vocal passages along with the tech death elements enriches the experience.
I was scared when I heard the singles and the clean vocals but I was wrong to be. This album is layered with so much great musicianship. Riley is using like 5 different vocal pitches now. I still prefer the higher sharper growls of old which he still uses at times (Bastards and Blight to name a couple).
This album is probably my AOTY and we're only on March. The only band I can see getting it from them would be Meshuggah since they're my favorite band. Called home is just ridiculous and the mid section in Blight might be already one of the finest pieces I've ever heard.
@@serpentinefire921 one new song i like your name have you heard serpentine dominion I'm pretty sure Gorod is coming out with a new album its been since 2018
This is the problem with always putting out stellar conetnt. You always have to outdo yourself. While this is a superb album, it's not on a par with the two previous ones.
I am a new fan of Allegaeon. Metalhead since the mid eighties. Had a death metal phase in the early 90's when there was a big push (think the FL scene) but it didn't last that long. Heard of Allegaeon a few months ago from one of my coworkers. I gave 'em a listen, but immediately dismissed them based solely on the vocals. Fast fwd to a couple weeks ago, and my coworker was playing Damnum. The guitar riffs caught my attention, the hooks and changes too, couldn't exactly say which song(s). I proceeded to give them another go, checking them out here on the 'Tube. I've bought 3 of their albums in the last week!! Some of it is faster than I would normally care to listen to and as mentioned, the vocals are more death metal-y than I would normally care to listen to, but something about their structure, and arrangements, and composition has me hooked! This particular album has been played at least once a day, since getting it last week. Sometimes more than once, on a couple occasions! Well done guys, well done!🤘
This might be the only metal band where I enjoy and appreciate their gentle interludes - they have a place, and aren't forced. Great artistry and auditory storytelling.
Totally agree, it's not just a forced slow introduction to emphasize the fast heavy parts, but rather gets interwoven with the song and makes it feel so holistic
This is absolutely incredible.i can't put into words how insanely talented this band is.Their mesmerizing.In my opinion I think they have 2 of the finest gutuirest on the planet fan for life all is forgiven for Apopsotosis.🤘✌️
the freaking galloping riffs on Saturnine are killer.......hands down one of the best songs these guys ever wrote. It will be hard to top this for AOTY. Kudos Allegaeon
