The Land East Of Eden

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  2026 Albums

  Pete Brown

  Symphonic death metal out of Italy, this is a concept album about a man becoming the first vampire. If that sounds ridiculous, it kind of is, but it's not terrible.

  This sort of metal is not really my bag, but this album is well-made, well-played, and doesn't overstay its welcome. It is atmospheric and while I found myself occasionally rolling my eyes, I was also entertained for most of the run-time.

  Weirdly, some of it gives Operation Mindcrime-era Queensryche; not in the subject matter or music, really, but more in the mood and feel. "Awakening" is the standout track for me.