Before I bought this album I was in quite a conflict. Should I really spend my money on this? Is it really worth it? Will I still think it was worth buying even years after purchasing it? I argued with myself, with half of my brain saying "I shouldn't give them my money! What about their ideology? Why do these people deserve my support?" and the other half still thinking "I must buy this! It's simply incredible! Regardless of their ideology, I could atleast show respect for them as musicians, and they do deserve that. And besides, I never have to aggree with whatever the bandmembers think just because I enjoy the music." This went on for a quite a while, several reasons telling me not to buy it and to buy it both arose.
-But I could just listen to the mp3s I already have!
-Yes, but I'd like to own this magnificent piece of art in a physichal manner, with the booklet and everything else, like it's meant to be.
-But what if the package doesn't arrive?
-I've done this quite a few times before. It's worth at least a try now.
-But why send them money I could otherwise spend on beer, and other useful things?
-I think sometimes I need good music rather than beer, and this would be one of those times.
Overwhelmed by the music, I finally decided to buy the CD. I mailed the band and ordered it via mail. At first glance they seemed to be assholes, but actually they turned out to be quite nice people. The CD arrived in a shattered case, but I got what I wanted. I was really satisfied with my decision when I could finally hold the CD in my hands. So was it worth it? - one might ask. It sure was, and the two biggest reasons I'm saying it are: because it's an absolutely great album that still amazes me with every listen; and because by now it is sold out. So what makes this album so amazing? I'll move on to the actual review.
Incorrigible Bigotry has several things many bands lack. Originality is one of these. Catchy leads, creative riffs pop out in unexpected parts of the songs, keeping the album constantly interesting to listen to. Both musical performance and songwriting are excellent. Every song has it's own battle-torn face, there's no dull repetitiveness here. They flow perfectly, sound incredibly melodic but without becoming flowery or weak. The album's topic deals with history, war, heroism, victory and defeat. Every minute of these battle-hymns reflect a world where one is not raised to live in peace, but to give his life in battle. Incorrigible Bigotry's glorious chants will raise your spirit, regardless of your point of view on the ideology, topic, or whatever that may seem unappealing. It's simply overwhelming music, not giving this album a listen is doing a mistake.
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