REVIEW ON:

DARK TRANQUILLITY - FICTION

Melodic Death Metal's Finest

95/100

Considering that Dark Tranquillity is a strong influence to today's melodic death metal, with 'Fiction', DT takes it to another level.
With In Flames spiralling off the MDM movement with continuous mediocre releases, DT is ready to fly the flag as one of the main pioneers of the melodic death metal movement.

Comparisons made between the above mentioned bands, but lets set it aside today.

One thing for sure, I had this fear that DT would abandon their roots and end up being yet another 'metalcore-concept' band. Honestly, i wasn't even prepared to start listening to the whole album... The fear of ending up disappointed.
Not until recently.

"Fiction" represents Dark Tranquillity well. Clear cut vintage Dark Tranquillity to be precise.

Mikael Stanne has the ability to growl demonically and scream while retaining total control over his voice. Probably one of the best vocalist in the business. In 'Misery's Crown' and 'The Mundance and The Magic', Stanne gave us a preview of his clean vocals once again, which no doubt is a remarkable improvement from his earlier efforts. And not to forget, a female guest vocalist which was used to tremendous effect in the chorus of "The Mundane and the Magic".

One of the main strength that lies in DT is how they are able to incorporate the usage of keyboards and ever-brilliant guitars so well. And couple that with powerful lyrics that reflects about life in various events.

I'm not going to give a review of every song on the album, but for the most part, every one of them is amazing. Amazing to the point that is indescribable.

DT triumphed with this perfect album
Looks set to be the rightful owner to the throne of the MDM movement, and i don't see anyone coming close to that.

- Robin's review on Sherlyn's favourite band.