Neurosis - Given to the Rising
Reviewed by gbowles
Not since Halloween 2000's release, Sovereign, have Neurosis sounded so angry, driven, and focused all at the same time. This may be their most sonically diverse offering as well, this listening experience being replete with texture both from analog keyboards as well as distortion and effects-laden guitars. The feel is haunting and harkens back upon their apocalyptically-tinged 20th century releases Enemy of the Sun and Through Silver In Blood. In today's uncertain and fear-riddled climate, this sound is eerily familiar. [www.neurotrecordings.com]