Through Silver in Blood

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Customer reviews

review by: date: 2008-02-17 rating:
In the underground may they forever rule...
What can you really say about this album that hasn't already been said? It's a classic in every respect. Neurosis are one of the few pioneering metal bands that were almost completely overlooked by the mainstream, the reasons are obvious, but you'd have thought they'd receive a little more recognition at festivals & the like.
Through Silver in Blood was the album that almost got them noticed.
The very nature of TSIB however was it's own downfall. Check out these track lengths;

Through Silver in Blood 12:11
Rehumanise 1:46
Eye 5:17
Purify 12:18
Locust Star 5:48
Strength of Fates 9:43
Become the Ocean 1:27
Aeon 11:44
Enclosure in Flame 10:19

What radio station/festival promoter would touch them with a barge pole? Billy Anderson's incredibly dense, sludgy production set it aside from the polished sounds of Pantera, Sepultura (circa 1996) and Machine Head.
In the underground may they forever rule.

TSIB is just an absolute monolith of a record. Even the quieter moments are filled with a crawling intensity and dread. The heavy sections are absolutely pummelling; powerful tribal drumming; scraping distorted bass; at times a triple vocal attack. It's just something really to behold rather than listen to. It demands your attention.
As you can probably tell, Neurosis are one of my favourite bands. Their passion, vision and integrity towards their music is incredible. Instead of making a joke out of it like Mike Patton, they channel it into several different eclectic musical outlets, (Tribes of Neurot, Blood & Time, Steve Von Till & Scott Kelly both do solo acoustic work, Battle of Mice, Harvestman, etc.). All this experimenting makes their ideas and vision stronger when they once again converge to create another monster album as Neurosis.

The music on Through Silver in Blood is so layered and dense, multiple listens will only just scrape the surface of what's happening; it's quite an experience & when you get to know it there aren't many metal albums which can surpass it. It's even catchy....... STARS! Reign dooooown oooon youuuu.....

Essential for those into dark, heavy music and have an attention span longer than three minutes.

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review by: mccanns23 date: 2006-03-15 rating:
superb yet again
this is a superb album yet again from neurosis,make no mistake of that,i love it,it is really slow at times,those who know neurosis know that this is stating the obvious,but this is slower than 'a sun that never sets' for example,but the dense and claustrophobic sounds lead into fury and rage in such an amazing way,the key song is 'aeon',it starts with a haunting piano start and then rocks with more venom than a cage of cobras,and just after 6 minutes into it is a three minute riff that is just sensational,it is so powerful and moving,if i was at a neurosis gig and they played this i would get on my knees and praise the band and god for letting me be part of this,as for the other 8 songs,some are instrumentals and there are a few soundbytes thrown in to add to what is an excellent piece of work

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review by: date: 2001-03-07 rating:
The perfect blend of electronic and organic music
Recently, much has been made of the many artists combining "electronica" (a hideous term for such brilliant music) and traditional rock music, citing bands such as Nine Inch Nails, Pitchshifter and - more recently - Radiohead. People overlook Neurosis, who have consistently been at the cutting edge of rock music for many years. This album is not just heavy, but takes the listener on a journey through tribal percussion, samplescapes, electronic ambience, hardcore metal and so much more. It is a remarkable overview of our society and the struggle between the "progress" of humanity and the plight of nature. Tracks are (up to) 12 minute lessons in dynamics, aesthetics, spirituality and catharsis. If that sounds a bit pretentious, the album could also be seen to contain seven of the best songs you will ever hear, simple as that. This CD cannot be recommended highly enough. Perseverence is required with what at first seems a blend of impenetrable sound, but once you find the requisite empathy, the rewards far outweigh the effort. A must for fans of guitar-based music, but recommended to all. There is so much more to say, and those interested should feel free to contact me by email. P.S. I am in no way affiliated with the band, other than being very appreciative of their music.


review by: date: 2000-12-06 rating:
The heaviest album I have ever heard
Neurosis, well an appropriate name considering the music. It is just sooo heavy, I cannot find words to describe. It takes you through every emotion. Not to everyones taste and will take several listens to get into, but once hooked, just try and leave!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The extremities of the earth are about to be shown, here is Neurosis, I recommend you listen.

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