Author Topic: Leprous - v. The Longer the Pitfalls (Read 97315 times)

twosuitsluke · « **Reply #840 on:** June 25, 2021, 01:15:09 AM »

First impressions on the new single?

I'm sure it will grow on me but that was the first song of theirs in a long time, that had a part that I didn't really like. The 'miracle, miracle, miracle' chorus doesn't really do it for me. It reminded me a bit of the first time I ever heard the band (with The Price). I was turned off by all the 'ah-ahh-ahhhhhhhh-ahhhhhhh-ahh's, which is hilarious now I think back to it

I liked the rest of the song though to be fair. Also, the bits at around 1:21 & 4:23 are straight out of a Led Zeppelin song (but I can't think for the life of me which one).

Fritzinger · « **Reply #841 on:** June 25, 2021, 02:05:14 AM »

I just saw on Apple Music, that their (not anymore) standalone single Castaway Angels will also be on the album, which makes me VERY happy. Castaway Angels is one of the most beautiful songs I have heard last year and it would have been a pity if it disappeared somewhere between Pitfalls and Aphelion, not appearing on any physical format.

Also, the album will be 56 minutes long apparently, and have 10 songs.

Elite · « **Reply #842 on:** June 25, 2021, 02:42:37 AM »

What an outstanding track.

IDontNotDoThings · « **Reply #843 on:** June 25, 2021, 04:19:53 AM »

the tracklist (according to https://www.omerch.eu/shop/leprous/products/leprous-aphelion-star-exclusive-star-gatefold-creamy-white-2lp-plus-cd)

01. Running Low
02. Out Of Here
03. Silhouette
04. All The Moments
05. Have You Ever?
06. The Silent Revelation
07. The Shadow Side
08. On Hold
09. Castaway Angels
10. Nighttime Disguise
11. A Prophecy To Trust
12. Acquired Taste (Live 2021)

The Apple Music page appears to end at Nighttime Disguise, so I guess A Prophecy To Trust is a bonus track (& the live track, obviously

)

abydos · « **Reply #844 on:** June 25, 2021, 04:32:26 AM »

Not sure how I feel, didn't grab me, but I don't dislike it. Video clip - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKmaG5f9Zsg

ErHaO · « **Reply #845 on:** June 25, 2021, 05:21:00 AM »

I think the new track is great.

Mebert78 · « **Reply #846 on:** June 25, 2021, 08:57:29 AM »

Wow, this band is amazing. The new track is incredible. Well done!

Evermind · « **Reply #847 on:** June 25, 2021, 10:41:56 AM »

Quote from: twosuitsluke on June 25, 2021, 01:15:09 AM

First impressions on the new single?

I'm sure it will grow on me but that was the first song of theirs in a long time, that had a part that I didn't really like. The 'miracle, miracle, miracle' chorus doesn't really do it for me. It reminded me a bit of the first time I ever heard the band (with The Price). I was turned off by all the 'ah-ahh-ahhhhhhhh-ahhhhhhh-ahh's, which is hilarious now I think back to it

I liked the rest of the song though to be fair. Also, the bits at around 1:21 & 4:23 are straight out of a Led Zeppelin song (but I can't think for the life of me which one).

I didn't like it, which is surprising for me, as I really liked The Congregation, Malina and Pitfalls. The "miracle, miracle, miracle" reminded me of "I wanna let it out, let it out, let it out" from At the Bottom.

I still think the album will be good, but I didn't expect to be that sour on the first single.

Kram · « **Reply #848 on:** June 25, 2021, 11:18:06 AM »

Love the new tune.

Ben_Jamin · « **Reply #849 on:** June 25, 2021, 11:34:01 AM »

Man, those vocal melodies are stellar.

I love how they're calm, then build in rhythm with to the climax of the chorus, where he sings "Miracle, Miracle, Miracle...Ahhhahhhahahh!"

And also, that is an awesome cello solo.

twosuitsluke · « **Reply #850 on:** June 25, 2021, 12:44:31 PM »

Quote from: Evermind on June 25, 2021, 10:41:56 AM

Quote from: twosuitsluke on June 25, 2021, 01:15:09 AM
First impressions on the new single?

I'm sure it will grow on me but that was the first song of theirs in a long time, that had a part that I didn't really like. The 'miracle, miracle, miracle' chorus doesn't really do it for me. It reminded me a bit of the first time I ever heard the band (with The Price). I was turned off by all the 'ah-ahh-ahhhhhhhh-ahhhhhhh-ahh's, which is hilarious now I think back to it

I liked the rest of the song though to be fair. Also, the bits at around 1:21 & 4:23 are straight out of a Led Zeppelin song (but I can't think for the life of me which one).

I didn't like it, which is surprising for me, as I really liked The Congregation, Malina and Pitfalls. The "miracle, miracle, miracle" reminded me of "I wanna let it out, let it out, let it out" from At the Bottom.

I still think the album will be good, but I didn't expect to be that sour on the first single.

I wouldn't say that I didn't like it on the whole, but there were parts I wasn't overly enthusiastic about. I think one area this band always excels is with it's strong, powerful choruses. This unfortunately falls short for me, after a few listens. I have no doubt it will grow on me and I LOVE the direction they've gone on the last few albums.

Like you Ev, I was just surprised that I didn't like it more than I did.

Polarbear · « **Reply #851 on:** June 26, 2021, 03:04:07 AM »

I thought the new track was very good!

Very excited to hear the new album. I have been listening to Leprous a lot recently!

Fritzinger · « **Reply #852 on:** June 27, 2021, 02:18:28 AM »

By the way, I found the track lengths:

Running Low - 6:30
Out of Here - 4:16
Silhouette - 3:45
All the Moments - 6:52
Have You Ever? - 4:42
The Silent Revelation - 5:45
The Shadow Side - 4:29
On Hold - 7:48
Castaway Angels - 4:53
Nighttime Disguise - 7:04

IDontNotDoThings · « **Reply #853 on:** June 27, 2021, 03:27:05 AM »

Quote from: Fritzinger on June 27, 2021, 02:18:28 AM

By the way, I found the track lengths:

Running Low - 6:30
Out of Here - 4:16
Silhouette - 3:45
All the Moments - 6:52
Have You Ever? - 4:42
The Silent Revelation - 5:45
The Shadow Side - 4:29
On Hold - 7:48
Castaway Angels - 4:53
Nighttime Disguise - 7:04

Awesome! Where did you find them?

Fritzinger · « **Reply #854 on:** June 27, 2021, 05:21:23 AM »

Quote from: IDontNotDoThings on June 27, 2021, 03:27:05 AM

Quote from: Fritzinger on June 27, 2021, 02:18:28 AM
By the way, I found the track lengths:

Running Low - 6:30
Out of Here - 4:16
Silhouette - 3:45
All the Moments - 6:52
Have You Ever? - 4:42
The Silent Revelation - 5:45
The Shadow Side - 4:29
On Hold - 7:48
Castaway Angels - 4:53
Nighttime Disguise - 7:04

Awesome! Where did you find them?

Not an official source, but I don't know if anyone would make these lengths up

https://www.reddit.com/r/Leprous/comments/o6zitx/aphelion_tracklist_and_runtime/

Usually, Burning Shed is pretty reliable when it comes to track lengths, but strangely the album isn't available there yet (although BS is listed on the linktree for pre-orders).

Maybe it's because InsideOut have had some problems lately because a few of their employees got sick (I guess of Covid) and they had to shut down the whole label for some time. I hope everyone is fine there and they can restart again without problems. IO can usually be counted on, as they always sell top notch products (the vinyl on that label is ALWAYS perfect, I never bought anything IO related that wasn't of good pressing quality) and have very good customer service. But it is a fairly small label, I hope this doesn't have any consequences for them.

nick_z · « **Reply #855 on:** June 27, 2021, 06:40:35 PM »

After a few listens, I can say I like "Running Low" a lot. Everything is so well-crafted. Beautiful sound, melodies and overall atmosphere.

It'll be interesting to see how it fits with the rest of the album, though. Hoping there's a bit of variety in tempo and such.

MinistroRaven · « **Reply #856 on:** July 21, 2021, 05:35:52 PM »

Holy sh*t!

Aphelion is a masterpiece!

I think I have my AOTY

RodrigoAltaf · « **Reply #857 on:** July 21, 2021, 05:45:31 PM »

Quote from: MinistroRaven on July 21, 2021, 05:35:52 PM

Holy sh*t!

Aphelion is a masterpiece!

I think I have my AOTY

Easy now...Iron Maiden's new album hasn't even come out yet.

MinistroRaven · « **Reply #858 on:** July 21, 2021, 05:47:07 PM »

Quote from: RodrigoAltaf on July 21, 2021, 05:45:31 PM

Quote from: MinistroRaven on July 21, 2021, 05:35:52 PM
Holy sh*t!

Aphelion is a masterpiece!

I think I have my AOTY

Easy now...Iron Maiden's new album hasn't even come out yet.

If the new single is of any indication, meh!

NoseofNicko · « **Reply #859 on:** July 21, 2021, 05:53:14 PM »

Quote from: MinistroRaven on July 21, 2021, 05:35:52 PM

Holy sh*t!

Aphelion is a masterpiece!

I think I have my AOTY

That wouldn’t surprise me at all since they haven’t released a single album deserving less than a 9/10.

Elite · « **Reply #860 on:** July 22, 2021, 08:36:56 AM »

Quote from: MinistroRaven on July 21, 2021, 05:35:52 PM

Holy sh*t!

Aphelion is a masterpiece!

I think I have my AOTY

Yes, I’m insanely looking forward to this one.

MinistroRaven · « **Reply #861 on:** July 30, 2021, 06:06:38 AM »

Check out “The Silent Revelation” in a video clip directed by Tobias Hole Aasgaarden / South Coast Creative here: https://youtu.be/S7bOg3oercg

Polarbear · « **Reply #862 on:** July 30, 2021, 01:29:35 PM »

Seriously diggin' "The Silent Revelation"!

Lonk · « **Reply #863 on:** August 17, 2021, 04:04:46 PM »

So I never listened to this band until today when Silent Revelation played on the radio. Really liked that song. Then I went and listened to Running Low and The Price and also like those songs.

I'll be checking out their music and hopefully it's something I enjoy.

Fritzinger · « **Reply #864 on:** August 18, 2021, 02:43:49 AM »

Quote from: Vmadera00 on August 17, 2021, 04:04:46 PM

So I never listened to this band until today when Silent Revelation played on the radio. Really liked that song. Then I went and listened to Running Low and The Price and also like those songs.

I'll be checking out their music and hopefully it's something I enjoy.

I highly recommend you do so

I've checked out Leprous 1,5 years ago for the first time and there are few bands that I've spent more time listening to since then than this one. Absolutely in awe of this band.

MinistroRaven · « **Reply #865 on:** August 18, 2021, 03:17:49 PM »

Norwegian Rock outfit LEPROUS are releasing their 7th studio album “Aphelion” next week, on August 27th, 2021 worldwide via InsideOutMusic.

And in order to further promote “Aphelion”, LEPROUS have announced a special entire album preview concert livestream, which will take place on Wednesday 25th of August at Notodden Theater in Norway. LEPROUS will actually be performing two full “Aphelion” shows, suitable for different time zones: The 1st live stream starts at 7 PM CEST (EU Time Zone) and the 2nd live stream starts at 7 PM EDT (US Time Zone).

For further info details and ticket options, please check here: https://munin.live/x-event/aphelion/
Ticket bundles (With merch or album) are available here: https://www.omerch.com/shop/leprous

Feel free to check out the singles/videos for “Aphelion” so far:
“Running Low”: https://youtu.be/QKmaG5f9Zsg
“Castaway Angels”: https://youtu.be/85drl9-lqRU
“The Silent Revelation”: https://youtu.be/S7bOg3oercg

Lonk · « **Reply #866 on:** August 22, 2021, 05:50:08 PM »

Quote from: Fritzinger on August 18, 2021, 02:43:49 AM

Quote from: Vmadera00 on August 17, 2021, 04:04:46 PM
So I never listened to this band until today when Silent Revelation played on the radio. Really liked that song. Then I went and listened to Running Low and The Price and also like those songs.

I'll be checking out their music and hopefully it's something I enjoy.

I highly recommend you do so I've checked out Leprous 1,5 years ago for the first time and there are few bands that I've spent more time listening to since then than this one. Absolutely in awe of this band.

I started their discography in chronological order. Tall Poppy Syndrome is a solid album. Fate has some really powerful lines, instant favorite from the album.

Bilateral is not as strong as Tall Poppy, but it has some good tracks and really good instrumental moments.

Going to try and get through the other 4 albums before Friday

Elite · « **Reply #867 on:** August 23, 2021, 06:33:01 AM »

Quote from: Vmadera00 on August 22, 2021, 05:50:08 PM

Bilateral is not as strong as Tall Poppy

heh

Lonk · « **Reply #868 on:** August 23, 2021, 06:40:41 AM »

Quote from: Elite on August 23, 2021, 06:33:01 AM

Quote from: Vmadera00 on August 22, 2021, 05:50:08 PM
Bilateral is not as strong as Tall Poppy

heh

Just my position after first listen of each album. That could change as I listen to them more, we will see

GasparXR · « **Reply #869 on:** August 27, 2021, 01:41:41 AM »

Having just listened to Aphelion for the first time, I'll need to listen a bit more before saying too much, but Nighttime Disguise surprised me a lot. At first, it just sounded a lot like The Sky is Red, but that changed pretty quickly. I had a moment of "Wait, Einar can sing low too?!". And also an element of his vocals that hasn't seen the light of day since The Congregation shows up at the end, probably the best sounding that has ever sounded. Talking of harsh vocals of course.

Also the slide guitar part in All the Moments at the very beginning was unlike anything Leprous has done ever, and it was fantastic. The slide part in Running Low was also really cool, I hope they utilize that even more in the future.

ariich · « **Reply #870 on:** August 27, 2021, 02:11:35 AM »

This album is so bloody good.

My favourites are Out of Here (such an amazing melody), and Nighttime Disguise (which I wasn't so keen on at first but the way it builds and the intensity at the end are just incredible).

abydos · « **Reply #871 on:** August 27, 2021, 05:09:01 AM »

This is a really good album and I feel that it will only grow on me with further listens. Out of Here is just.. so beautiful. And the lyrics hit home for me too. Gorgeous melodies.

Lonk · « **Reply #872 on:** August 27, 2021, 07:47:59 AM »

Alright, so I'm all caught up with their music

There are things I enjoyed from each album, there are other things I did not. Overall, I like them.

Evermind · « **Reply #873 on:** August 27, 2021, 09:38:40 AM »

Out of Here also stood out on my first listen, such a good song.

Elite · « **Reply #874 on:** August 27, 2021, 01:05:20 PM »

Yup, that's an AOTY contender for sure. This band might well be my favourite band at this point.

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Author Topic: Leprous - v. The Longer the Pitfalls (Read 97315 times)