What the Dead Men Say
by Trivium
Metascore
84

Universal acclaim - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 4
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 4
  3. Negative: 0 out of 4
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  1. Kerrang!
    Apr 24, 2020
    80
    It’s not perfect (hello, Bending The Arc To Fear), but for a band previously hindered by wearing their influences so blatantly on their sleeve, they have made it to their final form.
  2. AllMusic
    Apr 24, 2020
    80
    While Trivium have always been stubborn about following their own way, What the Dead Men Say sounds like an intentional gift to longtime fans. Its consistency, diversity, energy, and songwriting prowess put the set on par with the band's very best work.
  3. Classic Rock Magazine
    Apr 24, 2020
    80
    All are multi-layered, offering moments of both beautiful intimacy and blazing rage. For most bands, attempting this juxtaposition would be disastrous, but here it sounds sublime, seamless.
  5. Exclaim
    Apr 24, 2020
    80
    With Bent firmly fitting in his place as the band's drummer, the chemistry between the band members is better than ever. What the Dead Men Say is the second of two great albums, and confirms that The Sin and the Sentence wasn't a fluke.

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9.2

Universal acclaim- based on 48 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 44 out of 48
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 48
  3. Negative: 2 out of 48
  1. aarongsmith
    Apr 25, 2020
    10
    Let the fact that I just made an account so I could talk about how good this album us show that i really love this album. I am relativelyLet the fact that I just made an account so I could talk about how good this album us show that i really love this album. I am relatively young and new this metal, so the sin and the sentence was my introduction to them in late 2018 and have been going through the catalogue of Trivium, so therefore i have no rose tinted glasses. I can whole heartedly say this is up there with Ascendancy, In Waves and Shogun. It builds upon the years of development that the band has gone through and puts the years of trying to find a drummer that fit that band, since the departure of the original drummer, and gives thanks that the fans went through a revolving door to find some of the best chemistry and technical ability the band has ever seen. Dont let him take all the credit. Poalo shines with bass rifts and lines that gleam out in a genre that often pitches out the hard bass however, it is hear for all to see and we are not complaining. Corey shines with writing credits on some of the best songs, and guitar rifts that go back to the Shogun days with technical brilliance and his chemistry with Matt us in full display with both of them building eachother up for some amazing solos. The vocals by Matt are some of his best, as unlike in his early work, you can really feel the power in his clean vocals, the chorus to songs like the Catastrophic echo this and on songs like the Ones we Left Behind, his vocal talent it there to see. His screams have also seem so much development, especially since his blowout that its fair to say, his streaming career has seemed to help him as he is at his best. The only criticism is that Bending the Arc of Fear isnt as memorable as the other tracks but it still slaps with isolated listens. If you want to get into metal, or love it already. This albums will pick you up, throw you around and give you want you want.… Full Review »
  2. BlackSoulBS
    Jul 8, 2020
    10
    I just discovered this album and it's amazing!
    -Catastrophist
    -What the dead man say
    -Bleed into me
    -Bending the arc to fear
  3. liberty_snek
    May 15, 2020
    10
    Alright where to start. This album really stands out for me compared not only to their previous albums, but among the modern metal scene.Alright where to start. This album really stands out for me compared not only to their previous albums, but among the modern metal scene. Trivium is a band that, in most people's opinions, is hard to classify into one genre of music. Of course, their older catalog clearly fits into Thrash and Metalcore, but that cannot be said for their last three albums, and WTDMS is no different. This album has pieces of Thrash, Metalcore, technical and melodic Death Metal, and Black Metal. Not only does it blend these genres so expertly, but it manages to capture aspects of Ascendancy, Shogun, even the Crusade. The mix in the album allows for the bass to really come through, even leading sections, Matt's vocals are like wine, they get better with time, the guitar work was impressive, and don't even get me started on Alex Bent's fantastic drumming. While the radio friendly songs on their own are alright, in the context of the album, they serve as a break from the speed and aggression of the rest of the album. For me, the highlight of this album was Sickness Unto You, dark subject matter, but with some kick ass riffs and that breakdown. One thing that seems to work every time they try it, is they choruses. Not just the melodic ones, but the screams too, I mean, Bending the Arc to Fear has a fantastic chorus that just works in that aggressive piece. Overall, think of this album as a more diverse, more technical Sin and the Sentence. This album has cemented itself into my top 3 by Trivium.… Full Review »
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