Wovenwar
by Wovenwar
User Score
6.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 7 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 1 out of 7
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  1. SchroederRock
    Oct 25, 2015
    7
    A strong debut album from a group of guys that had a lot of expectations of a good album going into the studio. As I Lay Dying was one of the bigger metal bands of their time and Oh, Sleeper's Shane Blay has a great voice that powers aggressive rock without having to shriek or shrill. Several cuts are excellent here, like the album's lead single "All Rise", but "The Mason", "Profane" andA strong debut album from a group of guys that had a lot of expectations of a good album going into the studio. As I Lay Dying was one of the bigger metal bands of their time and Oh, Sleeper's Shane Blay has a great voice that powers aggressive rock without having to shriek or shrill. Several cuts are excellent here, like the album's lead single "All Rise", but "The Mason", "Profane" and "Tempest" are examples of maintaining great momentum through the core of the band's self-titled debut album. While the results of Wovenwar's first effort as a band is absolutely positive, not every track is created equal. Sometimes I found myself a bit on the "okay I get it, next song" mentality, like on "Slight of Shore" and "Moving Up". This is a very positive start for Wovenwar and listeners should look with anticipation on a sophomore album, when the band and singer have more time together to really hone their approach.… Expand
  2. ydnar4
    Sep 8, 2014
    7
    I listened to this album without hearing any of the members contributions in other bands like As I Lay Dying. Despite this I was fairly impressed with the band to go on with a new vocalist and form a new band because Wovenwar is completely different. I really like Shane Blay's voice on this album, I think it really suits the music. There are several songs throughout the album that areI listened to this album without hearing any of the members contributions in other bands like As I Lay Dying. Despite this I was fairly impressed with the band to go on with a new vocalist and form a new band because Wovenwar is completely different. I really like Shane Blay's voice on this album, I think it really suits the music. There are several songs throughout the album that are killer, but its not consistent enough to get a higher score from me. I am looking forward to another album from Wovenwar in the future if they can continue to improve. I highlight the tracks All Rise, Moving Up, Profane and Ruined Ends.… Collapse
  3. KAOS661
    Sep 2, 2014
    7
    Really surprised with how good this album really was. I wasn't expecting much. This is a very solid and powerful debut album. Great job musically the only thing I didn't like in some parts were the vocals. In my opinion they were a bit off at times but still great in their own right. It's a pity really that this band will have this "As I Lay Dying" ghost following them because it is aReally surprised with how good this album really was. I wasn't expecting much. This is a very solid and powerful debut album. Great job musically the only thing I didn't like in some parts were the vocals. In my opinion they were a bit off at times but still great in their own right. It's a pity really that this band will have this "As I Lay Dying" ghost following them because it is a different band with potential and it kind of takes away from them. Very pleasant and interesting album to listen to. Looking forward to new material from Wovenwar.… Expand
  4. 4mclaren
    Aug 10, 2014
    10
    This is one of the best debut albums I have listened to in a long time. I was a fan of As I Lay Dying and wasn't sure what to expect from this new band. I thought that there would at least be a few filler tracks but was pleasantly surprised to find that there is not a song on this album that does not rock. I you're a fan of alt metal / hard rock (or just good music in general) you shouldThis is one of the best debut albums I have listened to in a long time. I was a fan of As I Lay Dying and wasn't sure what to expect from this new band. I thought that there would at least be a few filler tracks but was pleasantly surprised to find that there is not a song on this album that does not rock. I you're a fan of alt metal / hard rock (or just good music in general) you should definitely check out this band!… Expand

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71

Generally favorable reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Kerrang!
    Aug 19, 2014
    60
    Wovenwar lack a bit of bite. [26 Jul 2014, p.52]
  2. Alternative Press
    Aug 8, 2014
    70
    It's a solid first salvo from a band who clearly have the chops to make a serious stir. [Sep 2014, p.105]
  3. AllMusic
    Aug 8, 2014
    70
    Taken as the debut album from an entirely new band, which it should be, Wovenwar shows great promise, even if it all feels a bit familiar.
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