Album Review: Fires in the Distance – Air Not Meant For Us

An album meant for you

Fires in the Distance is a four-piece melodic death metal band hailing from Connecticut. Their new album Air Not Meant For Us released in April, is a stunning showcase of the band’s abilities. The album contains six tracks that explore the depths of human emotion and the complexity of the human experience.

The album begins with the track “Harbingers.” The opening guitar riff is melodic and sets the tone for the rest of the album. The vocals are guttural and intense, adding to the overall feeling of despair. “Harbingers” is a slow burn, building to a crescendo that leaves the listener emotional. The second track, “Wisdom Of The Falling Leaves”, is a standout. The clean guitar intro is beautiful and provides a moment of respite before the onslaught of heavy riffs and growling vocals. The chorus is melodic and memorable, and the guitar solo towards the end of the song is a highlight. “Adrift, Beneath The Listless Waves” is the only track on the album that is fully instrumental. The opening riff is punishing and gives you a sense of despair. The tone deals with the themes of captivity and isolation, and the music perfectly captures the feeling of hopelessness.

“Crumbling Pillars Of A Tranquil Mind” is a slower, more atmospheric track that showcases the band’s ability to create a sense of space and depth in their music. The clean guitar parts and ethereal vocals are a welcome change of pace and add to the overall diversity of the album.

“Psalm Of The Merciless” is a masterpiece. The opening guitar riff is beautiful and sets the scene for the rest of the song. The vocals are haunting and ethereal, and the clean guitar parts add to the dreamlike quality of the track. Air Not Meant For Us is a perfect example of how Fires in the Distance can create a sense of atmosphere and emotion in their music. The album concludes with “Idiopathic Despair.” The opening riff is heavy and sets the tone for the rest of the track, making this one of the most intense tracks on the album. The lyrics deal with the themes of loss and grief, and the music perfectly captures the feeling of despair.

Overall, Air Not Meant For Us is a stunning album from Fires in the Distance. The band’s ability to create a sense of atmosphere and emotion in their music is unparalleled, and the album is a journey through the depths of human emotion. If you’re a fan of melodic death metal or just looking for a new album that will take you on an emotional journey, then Air Not Meant For Us is a must-listen.