Day 24: I Am The Wooden Doors by Agalloch // 8.5

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genre: folk metal, progressive, experimental
drink: water
Here's to song four of Agalloch's The Mantle. 

Now we're getting somewhere. Compared to the previous song, Odal, this song packs quite a punch. Opening with a blistering drum beat, I Am The Wooden Doors, stands out against the backdrop of the album. I can't imagine what it's like to listen to this live. It's definitely a head-banger. Now and then, there's an intermission where the dynamics shift. I'm always a fan of the folk guitar, and it seems to be one of their favorite, consistent ideas to throw in. 

 There are few vocals, and it's almost like the other instruments take precedence over the singing. But when there is singing, Agalloch manages to make it worthwhile. However, it's the drum beat that really steals the show. 

Rating: 8.5/10



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