(Progressive/Melodic Death Metal) Chaos Divine - 2008 - Avalon , FLAC (image+.cue), lossless

Simon Milburn @ The Metal Forge:
Perth (Western Australia) quintet Chaos Divine impressed me with their first outing, an E.P. Ratio, released in 2006. Since its release, the group (who are vocalist Dave Anderton, guitarists Simon Mitchell and Ryan Felton, bassist Michael Kruit and drummer Chris Mitchell) have landed several high profile tour support slots for international acts such as Slayer, Fear Factory and Trivium as well as heading out on their first Australian tour. Now, some two years since the release of Ratio, Chaos Divine are back with their debut long player dubbed Avalon, and it certainly delivers a varied mix of material. Most importantly, once again these guys have dropped a fantastic mix of impressive and dynamic song writing...
... A little bit of Nevermore, a little bit of Opeth and a little bit of Devildriver and a good helping of originality, Avalon is a stunning debut that shines in every way. It is everything it needed to be and will most definitely elevate Chaos Divine within the ranks of the Aussie metal scene.
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chongbong, December 22nd, 2008 @ metal-archives.com
Chaos Divine play a brand of progressive/melodic death metal that would be best described as Arch Enemy meets Dream Theater. This album showcases alot of good guitar work, pretty good bass work, okay drumming, incredible clan vocals and passable rough vocals.
The guitar work here is top-notch. The guitarists really steal the show, right from the intro to 'Contortion', to the end of 'Alone in the Sky'. The lead work is absolutely phenomenal. These two are an incredible pair. Just listen to the intro to 'Contortion' - it is just phenomenal.
The bass work is above average, this guy is also very talented. The man does a good job on the album and has obviously practiced (just like the guitarists) before entering the studio. None of his work actually stands out, but that's because of the guitarists.
The drummer is competent, but is not amazing like the rest of the band he presents okay beats, nothing incredible. If you're looking for an all-round performance, go and check out something else. This guy basically worships Mike Portnoy, something we've all heard before.
Now come the vocals. The band has only one vocalist, and the stark contrast between his clean and rough vocals will leave you amazed. His rough vocals are pedestrian but his clean vocals, however, are amazing - clean, clear and you can hear each syllable perfectly. His vocals on the title track are incredible.
Overall, this is a good album, but it isn't anything phenomenal. Just listen to the title track, it's the best track on the album.
http://www.metal-archives.com/reviews/Chaos_Div.../204266/chongbong

Michael Kruit Bass
Ben Mazzarol Drums
Simon Mitchell Guitars
Ryan Felton Guitars
Dave Anderton Vocals