Ferocious hardcore precision, like the metal gods intended.  Full text...

Crushing thrash riffs, tasteful song writing, flashy yet to the point leads, and superb performances are all characteristics which can be used to describe Threads of Life, and fans of both thrash and the current wave of American metal should handily enjoy.  Full text...

Shadows Fall has continued to progress their sound and remain one of the premier acts around. They’ll likely find a larger audience with their sound here, but as someone who digs all of their old stuff, Threads of Life plays just fine.  Full text...

If you take pleasure in guitar wankery and technical ability or are a longtime Shadows Fall fan, then Threads of Life may be a great addition to your collection.  Full text...

Threads of Life is a strong album from a band that is still defining itself and honing their considerable performance talents to their songwriting ability.  Full text...

With artwork that is clearly a modern reading of Francis Bacon's Figures at the Base of a Crucifixion, you would be forgiven for thinking that Shadow's Fall had gone all apocalyptic and tormented on us. Thankfully Brian Fair lays fears to rest within the first two minutes; "You must try to seize the day; all the world will hear you; redemption in the power of the sound."  Full text...