scotttomino I hesitate to call Zeal & Ardor fully realized because I know there are places Manuel and the band still want to take their listeners. You can feel it in this release, the first as a full band. There is literally something for everyone on Greif, but the core of the album is still tied to Z&A's past. The heaviness and aggressiveness are still pervasively there. I think the criticisms of the album are missing that aspect. Looking forward to hearing where they take us next. Favorite track: Thrill.

jeremyrook I love how this band, after 8 years from their first album, can come up with something like this one. Perfection. Favorite track: Kilonova.

D. S. my album of the year 2024

Philrageous Soaked in history and drenched in the sound of tomorrow. A classic album if ever there was one.

mistermunn A mash-up made in Hell: black metal and American slave hymnals. The unexpected combination and masterful production create an unshakable sound, love it or hate it, you won't ever forget. Favorite track: Devil is Fine.

FoxPuppy The best thing about this song is that it kept pretty much everything about the original that made it memorable while making the song wholly unique and definitely a "Watch Out For Snakes" song.

julesneonfawkes Two titans of synth join forces for a chippy rendition of the famous McMann track. Wait until 1:45 when things kick into double-time and your fangs will want to come out. One thing about living in Santa Carla I could never stomach, the lack of WOFS and Let Em Riot Favorite track: Cry Little Sister (ft. Let Em Riot).