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Nightmare - Avenged Sevenfold
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62 out of 100

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7.7 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 44 Ratings

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  • Summary: Following the unexpected death of drummer Jimmy Sullivan, the metal band's latest release is a reflection on death and despair that fits the menacing mood, which has shaped its sound over the years.
  • Record Label: Warner Bros.
  • Genre(s): Emo, Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock, Post-Hardcore, Alternative Metal, Heavy Metal
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. Kerrang!
    80
    Nightmare marks the point which the Huntington Beach crew put away childish things and became men. [24 Jul 2010, p.50]
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  2. Sputnikmusic
    60
    Nightmare is a completely different offering; even though it still has highly questionable moments, it's obvious that a genuine effort was put in, and that's enough reason to listen.
  3. All Music Guide
    60
    Luckily, the sound of the band remains unchanged, and as one of the best drummers in the business, Portnoy picks up the reigns and rides the Deathbat's double kick in complete synchronicity with Gates, Christ, and Vengeance.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 19
  3. Negative: 1 out of 19
  1. TheGamer24
    10
    Avenged Sevenfold did an amazing job making this album a tribute to Jimmy. There is so much emotion through each and every song. They even went back to play some heavy material, something that hasn't quite been done since Waking the Fallen. These guys are not afraid to be their true selves when it comes to their music, and I think that is what makes this band so great. If you are looking for an album to go on an emotional roller coaster trip, this would be the one to listen to.… Expand
    • 3 of 3 users said yes
  2. BeanyBean
    5
    It's a touching tribute to the passing of A7X's drummer, "The Rev", and if you can keep that idea fresh in your mind, then it's worth a listen. Otherwise, if you didn't enjoy Avenged Sevenfold before, you won't enjoy them now. It is nice to see that they were able to bring back a bit of their older, heavier side, instead of making another album where EVERY song is the same radio-friendly crap. In the end, at least it gives the die-hard redneck fans something to listen to for the next few years.… Expand
    • 0 of 1 users said yes
  3. metalives
    0
    All the songs on the album sound almost exactly the same! The problem appeared slightly in their fourth album but now its impossible not to notice in nightmare. This is mostly due to the guitars backing down once shadows starts to sing every line the same (daaaaah daaaaah daaaaaah daaaaah daaaaaaaaaaaaaah) while dropping down a note each time. Its just getting really old. I believe the band does not know where to go from this point.… Expand
    • 0 of 5 users said yes

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