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Sentenced’s “North From Here” (1993) is a significant release within Finnish melodic death metal. The album demonstrates a notable evolution for the band, incorporating greater complexity and a more aggressive sound than their debut. It's particularly appreciated by fans of classic death metal and those interested in exploring the darker side of European metal music. This record remains a cornerstone of the genre’s development.
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Sentenced - North from Here ranks #108 of 471 in the Death Metal Album ranking, behind Soilwork - A Predator's Portrait, ahead of Dying Fetus - Destroy the Opposition.
Highly respected technical Finnish death metal album, adventurous and influential despite niche appeal.
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When was Sentenced's album "North from Here" released?
"North from Here" is the second studio album by the Finnish metal band Sentenced, released in 1993. It followed their debut album "Shadows of the Past" and represented a significant shift in their musical style.
What musical style does "North from Here" represent?
The album is widely recognized as a pioneering release in the Finnish melodic death metal scene. It incorporates far greater musical complexity and aggressive, layered riffing compared to the band's earlier, more straightforward death metal roots.
Who was the vocalist on Sentenced's "North from Here"?
The album features Taneli Jarva on vocals, having taken over singing and bass duties from previous members. Jarva's deeper, more varied vocal delivery heavily contributed to the album's dark and melodic atmosphere.
What is the legacy of "North from Here" in Scandinavian metal?
It is highly regarded by fans of classic Scandinavian death metal for bridging the gap between the raw aggression of early 90s death metal and the melancholic melodies that later defined the genre. It set the stage for Sentenced's eventual pivot to gothic metal.
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