Lyriel - Leverage
Leverage, Lyriel's fourth album, appears to be one of this year's finest folk metal releases and it may finally drag the band right into the spotlight. They damn sure deserve it.
The short, atmospheric intro "When It's Coming To An End" manages to grab our attention and effectively introduces us to the enchanting world of Leverage, but it's the title track that shows us the real face of Lyriel A.D. 2012: yes, they are bolder and heavier than ever before! Fortunately, they don't forget about great melodies, either. As a couple of subsequent tracks prove, mixing powerful guitars and ear-whipping drums with the sounds of cello or violin is something that comes to this band most naturally, and the beautiful voice of lead singer Jessica Thierjung effortlessly bridges the gap between these two musical worlds. Also, Thierjung's singing is just as impressive when she switches from English to German (note the wonderful "Aus der Tiefe") or when it is occasionally supported by the vocals of Linda Laukamp. Not quite as thrilling, however, is the marriage of Thierjung's voice and the rather bland male vocals (by one Thomas Linder Schandmaul) in "Wenn die Engel Fallen", making this track the most disappointing piece on the album. Or should I say: the ONLY disappointing piece on the album. Thankfully, the following two songs, "Side by Side" and "Repentance", swiftly bring the band back on the right track and close the album in style.
Even as I sit and enjoy the sounds of Leverage, I wonder what this band may attempt to do on their next release. And I want to have this non-existent album NOW!
This tells you something about the quality of Leverage, I guess.
Line-up:
Jessica Thierjung: vocals
Linda Laukamp: cello, additional vocals
Joon Laukamp: violin
Oliver Thierjung: guitars
Tim Sonnenstuhl: guitars
Steffen Feldmann: bass
Marcus Fidorra: drums & percussion
Tracklist:
01. When It's Coming To An End...
02. Leverage
03. Parting
04. Voices In My Head
05. The Road Not Taken
06. White Lily
07. Aus der Tiefe
08. Wenn die Engel fallen [feat. Thomas Lindner]
09. Side By Side
10. Repentance
11. Everything Is Coming Up Roses
12. Star Of The County Down
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