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Hypermagic Mountain - Lightning Bolt
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Metascore
88 out of 100

Universal acclaim - based on 23 Critics What's this?

User Score
6.3 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 92 Ratings

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  • Summary: The abrasive bass/drums duo of Brian Gibson and Brian Chippendal return with a follow-up to 2003's 'Wonderful Rainbow.'

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. Alternative Press
    100
    For an elite cadre of sound warriors, the disc perfectly bridges Slayer's demonic metallic riff majesty with the maniacally convoluted dynamics of French prog-rockers Magma. [Dec 2005, p.216]
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  2. Tiny Mix Tapes
    100
    This is a great record, if it is a record.
  3. Stylus Magazine
    91
    The compressed, cleaned-up ferocity of Hypermagic Mountain is a leap of refinement in every way, a sign that the band, while lushly unripe, is ripening gracefully.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 43 out of 73
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 73
  3. Negative: 29 out of 73
  1. AllanX
    10
    In order to truly appreciate the madness that is Lightning Bolt, one must utilize a proper set of speakers rather than the puny headphones all those naysayers are using. You see, this stuff is pure sonic weaponry. The thrill of listening to it could be considered similar to other tests of one's fortitude, such as consuming hot chili, or imbibing vast amounts of strong liquor. Hypermagic Mountain should come with a warning on the cover about the proximity of pets and small children to whatever device is comissioned to... "emit"... this stuff. Don't like your neighbors? Perhaps a well-placed bolt of lightning will scare 'em away, if you know what I mean. Put it on your stereo, turn the speakers towards your resident enemies, and blast away!… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  2. JeremyK
    5
    I'm scared....Honestly...I will give them a respetful nod to originality, energy, and musicianship...At the same time, I admire a well-done avant-garde listen...Maybe I'll track it a few more times.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  3. Matt
    3
    I give it 3 points because this music has its place in the music world. But I don't hear the melody, and it grates on me a lot. Might have been a bit better with stronger vocals.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes

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