Diablo Swing Orchestra – Pacifisticuffs

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Artist: Diablo Swing Orchestra

Title: Pacifisticuffs

Year: 2017

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1. Knucklehugs (Arm Yourself With Love) (2:26)
2. The Age Of Vulture Culture (5:00)
3. Superhero Jagganath (5:41)
4. Vision Of The Purblind (1:01)
5. Lady Clandestine Chainbreaker (4:50)
6. Jigsaw Hustle (4:52)
7. Pulse Of The Incipient (0:34)
8. Ode To The Innocent (3:49)
9. Interruption (5:21)
10. Cul-De-Sac Semantics (1:09)
11. Karma Bonfire (4:14)
12. Climbing The Eyewall (4:40)
13. Porch Of Perception (0:43)

Review

"Pacifisticuffs" stands as a testament to Diablo Swing Orchestra's unparalleled ambition, where they fuse progressive metal's complexity with an extraordinary palette of swing, classical, jazz, and metal sounds. The Swedish ensemble's commitment to innovative composition is fully realized in this release, offering a sound that defies easy categorization. Throughout the album's run, we encounter complex arrangements filled with layered vocals and dynamic shifts, showcasing not just their technical prowess but also an enviable flair for dramatic composition.

From the outset, "Pacifisticuffs" commands attention with an opulent introduction reminiscent of the grandeur found in early works by Genesis. It prepares the listener for a cavalcade of musical exploration as the album unfolds. Diablo Swing Orchestra's capacity to marry diverse musical elements into a cohesive and thrilling whole is on full display, with each track a veritable journey of varied crescendos that validates both their classical and jazz mastery. With this bold and creative endeavor, Diablo Swing Orchestra firmly establishes themselves as one of the most inventive forces within the progressive metal genre. - Stephanie