![]() Unfortunately, there are still some awkward moments. Fortunately, the other members still find ways to deliver with drummer Jeff Plate in particular putting in one of his most muscular performances. In a way similar to John Arch's recent performances, Howe's snarl sounds like it hasn't aged a day and brings a refreshing bite to the otherwise unchanged band dynamic. This is especially apparent with the acoustic break on "Signal Path" being similar to that on "Down To The River," the "Hypnotized" echoing shuffle on "Sky Falls In," and a melodic run on "Soul Eating Machine" that recalls "Losers In The Game."īut regardless of the approach, Howe's vocals sound pretty damn incredible throughout. Instead, the occasional brooding and melodic flourishes suggest a hybrid of the Hanging In The Balance sound with the style that had been achieved when previous vocalist Ronny Munroe was in the band's ranks. ![]() XI's first three song may start things off on a speedy note but you won't hear much of the hard hitting thrash of Blessing In Disguise. ![]() Now that Howe has returned to the band after a long musical retirement, there is a feeling of vindication that justifies the optimistic anticipation surrounding this album's release. The videos for "Badlands" and "Date With Poverty" have secured a nostalgic outlook for the era but most of that time was spent vainly trying to match the commercial success of the Big 4, ultimately culminating with the awesome but obscure Hanging In The Balance in 1993. Metal Church was in a rather interesting place when their second major singer Mike Howe was with them the first time around. Review Summary: XI isn't out to change the metal world but it does have a sense of purpose that makes it the best Metal Church album to come out since The Weight of The World
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