Gates of Winter

Tompa · **Posted:** Tue Jan 22, 2008 5:28 am

Anyone else heard of these guys? They released their debut album Lux Aeterna recently and ever since I got it two days ago I've been hooked. They sound like some weird Grave Digger, Evergrey, Symphony X mix. I can't really put my finger on exactly what they sound like, but it's a really solid album.

According to this review they apparently are unsigned and released their album on torrent for people to download, which is pretty cool. It's definitely a great way to get your music out there. I know it made my 'to buy' list for sure.

Check 'em out and tell me what you think, you can listen to a couple of full length tracks on their website:
http://www.gatesofwinter.com/

Faffel · **Posted:** Tue Jan 22, 2008 7:53 am

This is cool as hell.

EdgeOfForever · **Posted:** Tue Jan 22, 2008 9:33 am

Wow, I love it. It's great how more bands are releasing their albums on the internet.

Clint-metalcdratings · **Posted:** Tue Jan 22, 2008 12:56 pm

I just got this, but I haven't started spinning it yet. I'm looking forward to doing so though, and this will surely arrive to Metal CD Ratings soon...

Clint

Tompa · **Posted:** Wed Jan 23, 2008 12:07 am

Glad you like it. The track Omega is probably my favorite, pure awesomeness.

Faffel · **Posted:** Mon Jan 28, 2008 9:27 am

I gave Lux Aeterna a shot, and it seems like they could be a truly legendary band if they played with more confidence? It seems like the vocalist is a bit timid, and the band as a whole feels a bit restrained. Great nonetheless, but with a bit more presence and power they could be propelled into the limelight.

ceno · **Joined:** Thu Feb 08, 2007 8:14 pm **Posts:** 3

A friend from Canada recommended these guys. Very good, indeed. Not mind-boggling yet, but pretty promissing. Some parts sound just great whereas there are still some moments that come as a bit unbaked.

Clint-metalcdratings · **Posted:** Fri Feb 01, 2008 4:14 pm

Quote:

I just got this, but I haven't started spinning it yet. I'm looking forward to doing so though, and this will surely arrive to Metal CD Ratings soon...

I've now been spinning this regularly and I think it's quite strong; incorporates a variety of styles (both musically and vocally) too.
This will be fully reviewed on Metal CD Ratings for sure, most likely by my fellow colleague John.

Clint

Clint-metalcdratings · **Posted:** Thu Mar 13, 2008 10:29 pm

Here's fellow colleague John's review (rated 3/5):

http://www.angelfire.com/music5/metalcd ... EVIEW.html

.... I think he did a great job of describing the CD. Personally, I would probably rate this 3.5/5 though. I like it a lot.
:cool:

Clint

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