Without mincing words, German modern metal outfit LEAGUE OF DISTORTION breaks in to set the scene ablaze with its self-titled debut, out November 25. The vibrant unit around Anna Brunner (EXIT EDEN) and Jim Müller (KISSIN' DYNAMITE) don't make any compromises by offering a wild and energetic sound that doesn't hide behind any norms. The unit's third punch, “I'm A Bitch”, proves this attitude with grooving, hard-hitting soundscapes, technical prowess and a fiery vocal performance on point!
Melissa Bonny is the best symphonic female vocalist not named Floor Jansen. Sadly, Ad Infinitum chooses to throw in incomprehensible death metal growling - which I flatly can't stand.
The band seems to have lost a bit of identity and direction. moving_pictures
#3 2023: "XANDRIA reborn", concerning the line-up. In terms of music it is what you expect from one of the leading symphonic metal bands. 75 minutes(!) of bombastic, dramatic, well arranged and varied female fronted metal. Each song on this long player is catchy, full of pathos and a hit, Also the new singer makes a great job and brings soul into the heavy soundscapes. A must have release for fans of this genre. Not original, but better than all Nightwash releases since "Dark Passion Play"! H.L.