KOBRA AND THE LOTUS — Kobra and the Lotus (review)

KOBRA AND THE LOTUS — Kobra and the Lotus album cover Album · 2012 · Power Metal Buy this album from MMA partners
4/5 ·
Unitron
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Kobra and the Lotus is a fairly new band, with this being their first album with their more Power metal-oriented sound as opposed to their first album which followed a more traditional sound.

The music is full of heavy speed metal riffs and amazing double bass work. This isn't just power metal though, there are also elements of traditional heavy metal and symphonic metal. The symphonic influence is most heard in the closing song 'Aria of Karmika'. The song 'Forever One' is another stand-out track, having plenty of crunching guitar riffs and really putting the 'power' in power metal. There are softer moments at times though, with the beautiful piano intro of 'Sanctuary' before the heavy guitar comes in. My personal favorite would probably be 'Nayana (Eyes)', I love the chorus in that song. 'Welcome to My Funeral' is another standout song and favorite, with the amazing cymbal work at the beginning.

Kobra Paige's vocals are among the most amazing I've heard in metal. Her vocals really have a traditional metal feel, reminding me of what a female Rob Halford or James Rivera would sound like. Paige's vocals are at one of the strongest moments on 'No Rest for the Wicked' with her lower vocals perfectly complimenting the shredding guitar at the start. The lyrics are strong as well, being about dark fantasy themes.

Overall, this album is definitely one of my favorite power metal albums of all time. I highly recommend this album for any fans of power metal, and I think it's a true metal masterpiece.

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Unitron wrote:
more than 2 years ago
Thanks, I have yet to get High Priestess but I have heard a few songs from it and it's just as good.
Kingcrimsonprog wrote:
more than 2 years ago
I've never heard of these guys. The name sounds more Stoner than Power Metal.
adg211288 wrote:
more than 2 years ago
Great review Unitron. Love this band. I haven't quite made myself go up to 5 stars for them yet, but both this and the recent album High Priestess have got a lot of spins off of me.

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