The Sorrow - Retracing Memories

So I have discussed these guys in the past.  Not really known to Canada and North America much but equally impacting all the same.  Rather than adding to the article I already composed for The Sorrow's newest album "Misery Escape", I felt it was about time to start a fresh page and discuss the music video at hand.  Let's take a look at the new music video for "Retracing Memories":



For those interested, The Sorrow was kind enough to provide some details behind the film and the production crew that made it happen.

Actor: Stefan Pohl | Director: Bernd Levay | d.o.p.: David Buchrainer | Art Director: Andreas Mäser Steady Cam : Alexander Kaiser | Production Assistent: Sado | Make Up: Nina Kopf

Technical Facilities: zerodivision

Like previous videos that The Sorrow has released, their production values are top notch and really tell a story behind the video...even if it is only 5 minute story.  The bass line is not hidden and adds great low end to the song, while the double kicker precision is dead on.  The group has generally pushed the dark and ominous vibe throughout their videos and "Retracing Memories" was no exception.    Other users online have been quick to point out similar views...

"Just wanted to point how brilliant this video is from a technical point of view. Cuts and effects (especially these camera shakes) match the music perfectly." -MrRoyBurns (YouTube user)

Now while going through the reviews of the albums, I have to agree with a few of them.  This wasn't a groundbreaking album by any means but more of a reminder of this great sub genre.  Even in a sea of metalcore there can be an album that sticks out and yet doesn't really offer anything new or different.  It's just...there.  But at the same time, glad that it's there. (If that makes any sense)

The thing is that The Sorrow do what they do very well, quality over originality is one rule that I can relate to very much and The Sorrow's riffs sound fiery enough so I can nod my head throughout the entire course of Misery Escape. -Metal Sound

"Misery Escape" was released on October 26th, 2012 via Napalm Records.

1. Retracing Memories
2. The Escape
3. Burial Bridge
4. My Oblivion
5. A Reason
6. Buried In The Deep
7. A Thin Red Line
8. Perspectives
9. Lost Chapters
10. Dead Home
11. Follow The Lights

Limited-edition bonus tracks:

12. Nails & Daggers
13. Hold on Hope

"The vocals of Matze walk a fine line between heavy screaming and beautiful melodic parts. The guitars are well balanced between the heavy breakdowns and the melodies as well. The songs work on a grand scale because of this balance. I realize that this may not be to everyone's liking but hey, I'm the one writing here so you only get my opinion." -Metal Temple

Once again, if you're a fan of the group (or becoming one) then be sure to check out my previous work surrounding The Sorrow.  Four albums into their career and [like wine] continue to get better with age.

The drums are very hard-hitting and so too are the breakdowns, the vocals have remained very strong, and the guitar riffs and leads have improved drastically. There is a fair bit of melody heard on the first track, "Retracing Memories", but the melody presents itself even more a few songs later. -Megusta Reviews

Be sue to check out my previous article surrounding The Sorrow's Misery Escape:

AFGM: The Sorrow - Misery Escape