After their last album Chimaira had a lot of internal and external problems and were in danger of imploding. They worked things out, changed record labels, and have been rejuvenated. Resurrection is the perfect title for this CD. They weren't quite dead, but Chimaira rose up and have released their best album to date.
On their fourth album the Cleveland, Ohio band have concocted a lethal mix of old school thrash and modern metalcore. They even show a little of their progressive side with the nearly ten minute long song "Six." The songs have great riffs and solos along with monstrous breakdowns and brutal drumming. The keyboards add a lot of atmosphere and give the band a unique sound.
Chimaira is able to go all out with angry lyrics and really heavy music, but also reign it in with a more measured and technical approach. Mark Hunter's vocals are passionate and emotional, but also understandable. Resurrection is an outstanding metal album.
