Chemical Garden [Import]

I first heard Gooseflesh (from Sweden) on the radio, of all places. Of course, it was 1:00 in the morning (During Seattle's 'Metal Shop' on 99.9 KISW) and I never heard it again, that is until I bought the album. I bought the domestic version without the bonus tracks, but I recommend this one highly as well. The more, the better. The track played on the radio was 'Burning Soul' and if you listen to it, you'll see why. I instantly fell in love with it. And as for the whole album, I would say the music is strong throughout, and the vocals are good (definitely not as intense as your average death metal band, but really, death metal Gooseflesh is not, although a few tracks get a decent growl going). There are some weak spots in the album (and in the name of the band itself, I think) and I think the best tracks are Burning Soul and Cut That Never Heals. They are all well done though. The guitar shriek on 'Cut That Never Heals' reminded me a little of Prong's 'Controller' from their album 'Rude Awakening', although I like 'Cut' much better. Actually there's a song on Chemical Garden called 'Controller', but it doesn't do anything to distinguish itself from the others. Overall though I would definitely recommend this album, so if you're thinking about it, do yourself a favor and pick this one up. I don't think you'll regret it. And if you do regret it, then maybe musically it's just that 'you're doomed, while your tomb stares back at you...'

How anyone can say there's nothing special about this album and find only two great tunes on it is beyond me. To each his own I guess. I've had this cd for a few years now. It is unique, well produced and these boys are very, very good. I keep hoping one day I see another effort from them. Get this cd if you like excellent hard music, well written that isn't for sissys. The next song is always anticipated and satisfying. One of those great every song is hot kinda albums. Get this you will love it.

well, this album is a bit of a problem to write a review for. it is a solid metal album. the whole band is tight. the album is as heavy as can be expected. it has all the ingredients to be a solid album. but a solid album is all it will be, because there isn't much here that you can't find with a ton of other bands. sure, they play fast and good, but there isn't anything particular to set them out from the crowd. the only songs that really stand out are "Wraith" and "Godbreed" and the rest is pretty good as well; which is why i gave it four stars, because it is a good album, just not that original. Get this if you're looking for some solid metal to mosh to, but don't expect anything mindblowing.