Prequelle

1. BenGalea

   Jun 2, 2018

   10

   This an is an absolute masterpiece. Although Prequelle deviates from their previous sound, Ghost has come to be a band that does not stand toThis an is an absolute masterpiece. Although Prequelle deviates from their previous sound, Ghost has come to be a band that does not stand to be defined by just one style.… Expand

   • 10 of 16 users found this helpful
2. mmirani

   Jun 5, 2018

   10

   Brilliant. Masterpiece. Unique. Game-changing. Add it to your rotation. Enough said.

   • 1 of 1 users found this helpful
4. AntonioCarreno

   Jun 15, 2018

   10

   This is going to be a Classic album, its a complete masterpiece, Great Production and a great performance by the Ghouls and Cardinal Copia

   • 0 of 0 users found this helpful
5. nikoziko

   Jun 3, 2018

   10

   ghost is back again with an album that proves that their one of the best metal bands out there right now

   • 4 of 7 users found this helpful
6. silvazuao

   Jun 8, 2018

   9

   The perfect sequel to Ghost's legacy. Heavy and catchy, modern and ancient.

   • 1 of 2 users found this helpful
7. 0Villain

   Jun 2, 2018

   9

   Prequelle is the fourth album by Tobias Forge's project Ghost, and is a band I have a bit of a connection with. Their song "Square Hammer" wasPrequelle is the fourth album by Tobias Forge's project Ghost, and is a band I have a bit of a connection with. Their song "Square Hammer" was my gateway into the world of Metal, and for that I am eternally grateful. That being said, I was incredibly excited when Prequelle was announced. Finally I'd be able to see one of my favourite bands release an album, finally I'd be able to take part in the hype. The question is now, did it deliver?
   
   Prequelle is heavy in theme and light in sound. I will say that right off the bat, this is less metal and more hard rock. Too many metal elitists have been ripping this album to shreds for not being heavy enough. They aren't wrong, it is light, but Prequelle was never supposed to be heavy. The lyrics are dark and haunting,as expected from Ghost, but it sounds very light, energetic and big. This is not Opus Eponymous 2.
   
   So, how is it for a lighter album? It's an achievement, and one I suggest all of you listen to. For one, I have no faults with the instrumentation. It is on point throughout the entire album. Faith has one of the most killer instrumental bridges, Miasma is entirely instrumental and is one of my favourite songs, which is rare as usually I skip anything that lacks vocals. Witch Image is another example of excellent guitar work. Not one instrument feels out of place.
   
   Lyrically, the album nearly matches the instruments, but not quite. What lyrics there are are excellent. Life Eternal's in particular are filled with sorrow emotional. They are also incredibly heavy, which allows for a lovely bit of contrast. Witch Image in particular has some of the best and darkest lyrics on the album, mixed with upbeat rifts that go together perfectly.
   
   So where does Prequelle falter? Primarily in repetition. Pro Memoria is the worst offender, repeating a fairly unimpressive chorus 7 times. An album of this caliber deserves more fleshed out lyrics in order to achieve a perfect 10.
   
   But dammit, Prequelle comes close.
   
   It's an energetic celebration not necessarily of death, but overcoming death, and it achieves this to near perfection, although trips simply by making a hook or two stick around for too long. It's a ride you're sure to love.
   
   9/10 - Incredible!
   
   Who should listen: Everyone who loves Rock and Roll / Metal, or hopes to get into such genres.
   
   Who should avoid: Metal elitists or people hoping for this to sound like Ghost's older records (Opus in particular).… Expand

   • 4 of 5 users found this helpful
8. svengold

   Jun 5, 2018

   3

   I'm a huge fan of Ghost and was excited when Rats was released. Sure, it was different, but it's good. Unfortunately, it's the best song onI'm a huge fan of Ghost and was excited when Rats was released. Sure, it was different, but it's good. Unfortunately, it's the best song on the album & really the only one you'll put in playlists or on repeat (apparently I'm old & don't like to stream).
   As a themed album, it is good - the plague vs. the church. The lyrics are dark & the music is light. My biggest issue is this is a largely forgettable album. With the exception of one or possibly two songs, the rest will not get another listen.
   To clarify, this album isn't terrible by any means, it's just not as powerful as past Ghost albums. And no, I'm not a metal-purist looking for Opus 2.0. However, another fast-paced song (not even heavy) would've helped this album out tremendously. As it stands, I'll listen to the album in full a couple more times & then it will get left behind. Rats will be the only song making it to other playlists, including my ultimate Ghost playlist, Hail Satin! (spelled on purpose due to his pronunciation in Year Zero).… Expand

   • 6 of 19 users found this helpful

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