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On this, the band's second disc for Metal Blade, Brainstorm fits nicely in the mold of latter-day German power metallers, offering solid riffs, good production, and excellent vocals, taking the torch handed off by the likes of early Fate's Warning and Sanctuary. Unfortunately, Metus Mortis lacks a spark to differentiate the band from their peers, relegating the group as an extremely competent one who should content themselves to preach to the converted. ~ Brian O'Neill
4th Rel;2nd Domestic Brainstorm Metus Mortis Songs | 1. | Metus Mortis |
| 2. | Blind Suffering |
| 3. | Shadowland |
| 4. | Checkmate In Red |
| 5. | Hollow Hideaway |
| 6. | Weakness Sows Its Seed |
| 7. | Into The Never |
| 8. | Under Lights |
| 9. | Cycles |
| 10. | Behind |
| 11. | Meet Me In The Dark |
| 12. | Strength Of Will |
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Metus Mortis Music Review Average Rating: (5 out of 5 stars)  AMAZING. PURE POWER METAL, BETTER THAN BEFORE.
THIS ALBUM IS POWER METAL WITH NO BRAIN.IN MY OPINION IS BETTER THAN PREVIUOS RELEASE.
Submitted by a reviewer (SAN JUAN PR) 
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No Top quality power metal.
You know how sometimes there is a favourite c.d. in your collection that keeps on pulling you back like the proverbial magnet attaching itself to metal. Well, Metus Mortis is one such album for me and each time I take a re-listen there is a true magic and sparkle that comes from the music. Brainstorm’s sound sits definitely in the melodic power metal mould and they have an ability to weave such fantastic melodies into each song. Andy B. Franck is an absolute master of his trade, having an incredible vocal range and sings from the bottom of his heart with such passion, emotion and conviction. He is also currently the vocalist with Symphorce (his own band and a more melodic version of Brainstorm) and has previously worked with the criminally under-rated German band Ivanhoe, recording just two albums with them before jumping ship to Brainstorm. The guitar work is pretty much what one would expect from a power metal band-solid rhythm and lead work aplenty, delivered by Torsten Ihlenfeld and Milan Loncaric. The rhythm section comprising of Andreas Mailander (bass) and Dieter Bernert (drums) are the backbone to the band and both do an awesome job. A plus factor regarding Brainstorm is they have a very strong song writing formula with a lot of thought going into each song by finding the right balance between melody and power.
On the “Soul Temptation” limited edition album (came after Metus Mortis) there is a bonus d.v.d. of Brainstorm playing at the Summer-Breeze festival in Germany. The whole live section of the d.v.d. is dedicated to playing the songs from the Metus Mortis album in its entirety and is a worthwhile investment for the fans of the band. Another great feature of this d.v.d. is it is filmed well, albeit by a handful of cameramen scattered around the stage and the filming taking place during the day so the clarity is superb. All too often bands choose to record a show at night and there is the tendency for one to miss so much due to the inferior lightening. This d.v.d. gives a true insight into how damn good Brainstorm really are and what a natural showman Franck is by getting totally absorbed with the crowd. A total must-have!
Submitted by Andrew (Adelaide, Australia)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No Utterly amazing!!
This is freakin' good music. I'm not even sure where to classify this band. I guess they are a cross between power metal and and straight metal with a good dosage of death metal drumwork. No metalhead should be deprived of this cd. The guitar work is great and the vocals are astounding. All the tracks kick ass but Shadowland is especially good. A definite must buy!!!!
Submitted by a reviewer (Queens, NY)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No Phat!
Great Energizing METAL! I love the vocals, guitar, and killer beats! This is what metal is all about!
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