The top five debut releases of 2011
As a disclaimer, this are full length debuts. Yes, these bands may have released EP's, demos etc.... beforehand, but these are the pick of the most interesting and intriguing first full lengths from some outstanding bands. Also, I couldn't fit these into my personal 25. It was a tough decision to cut them out, but they deserve a place somewhere.
1. Deafheaven - Roads to Judah
Bursting onto the scene in a whirl of atmosphere and sorrow, this record is both extremely intense yet still holds onto the pure emotion within.
2. Lightbearer - Lapsus
An incredible concept album regarding the fall of Lucifer. Completely engrossing and genuinely affecting.
3. Ancient VVisdom - A Godlike Inferno
Truly disturbing, and acoustic (yes) occult based rock.
4. Barghest - Barghest
Black metal from members of Baton Rouge sludge masters Thou. Total misanthropy.
5. Soror Dolorosa - Blind Scenes
Forming many moons ago (2001), Soror Dolorosa finally released this record in 2011. Comprising of members of a multitude of influential French black metal bands, this record is pure 80's cold wave goth revival.
Words: Cheryl
