Monday 22 January 2007

Isis - In the Absence of Truth

Forward-thinking art/prog metalheads Isis dig deeper and more densely into their musical palette with their fourth album, In the Absence of Truth. As with earlier releases, the group's often droney, mixed-back vocals, intricate drumming, and diverse guitar work paint a complex sonic landscape. With an approach that is equal parts trippy and ferocious, Isis continue to spawn imitators even as the band's latest work sets new standards for the heady niche they've carved out. With more visible bands such as Mars Volta and Tool paving the way, Isis appear poised to take their brand of heavy ambient rock to the masses.
(FTP)

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