MINUSHUMAN — Bloodthrone (review)

MINUSHUMAN — Bloodthrone album cover Album · 2011 · Groove Metal Buy this album from MMA partners
3/5 ·
J-Man
Minushuman are a relatively new modern metal outfit hailing from France, and their sophomore album (as well as their first for Season of Mist) was unleashed in the form of Bloodthrone. An eclectic album that manages to blend thrash metal, groove metal, melodic death metal, and gothic metal, Bloodthrone immediately shows that Minushuman don't set out to sound like any other act on the scene. I greatly appreciate the band's unique approach to modern thrash metal, and their eclectic sound should easily distance them from the hordes of uninspired groove-thrash clones. I can't quite shake the feeling that Bloodthrone lacks in the department of truly spectacular and memorable songwriting, but it has enough positive assets to make it a recommendable acquisition. Even though there's a lot of potential that's left untouched, the entire album is of unquestionably high quality, and those seeking more adventurous thrash metal should probably investigate this one.

Despite the songwriting rarely branching out above the "slightly-above-average" category, this is objectively an impressive release. The musicianship is excellent, the production is professional, and the music itself is well-composed and consistent. Add in Minushuman's eclectic and unique sound, and you have an album that is worth checking out for fans of the genre. Those who enjoy groovy riffs, harsh vocals, and a sense of melody in their thrash metal should find plenty to love here.

Bloodthrone may not contain the best songwriting I've heard this year, but a few excellent tracks like "Forgotten Fields" and the overall professionalism save this one from mediocrity. Minushuman shows plenty of potential with this observation, but it will take just a little bit more until I'm completely sold. I'd say a recommendable 3 stars are well-deserved. Modern thrash fans should definitely check this out, but more casual fans of the genre can probably pass.
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