Plagues - California Sorrow King

Review by EDG EDG

Plagues, the American metalcore band, has recently released their fourth album titled California Sorrow King. The album comprises of ten tracks and has a total length of 37 minutes.

The album kicks off with the track "Intro," which sets the tone for the rest of the album with its heavy riffs and intense drumming. The second track, "The Solace in Suffering," begins with a slower tempo before transitioning into a heavy breakdown.

The title track, "California Sorrow King," is a standout track that showcases the band's ability to blend heavy riffs with melodic vocals. The lyrics of the song touch on the struggles of living in California and the toll it takes on one's mental health.

The album also features guest vocals from Justin Bonitz of Greyhaven on the track "The God That Failed" and Marcus Vik of Dream Awake on "Buried in the Sky."

Summary by EDG EDG

California Sorrow King is a solid album that showcases Plagues' growth as a band. The album is heavy, emotional, and showcases the band's ability to blend different elements of metalcore into their music. Fans of the genre should definitely give this album a listen.