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A Sinful Heaven for the Ears

Synthetic Child | 12/12/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Since I first began my exploration for new forms of music and trying desperately to escape the mainstream crap I've found really awesome bands... but by far the best I've discovered is a band from Sweden named Deathstars. They are a little on the religious blasting side but their music is sure to give your ears nothing but satisfaction. Whiplashers deep voice and tones gives a gothic feel to their already industrial music style.



Synthetic Generation is an amazing treat for music lovers of the goth/industrial scene but I feel anyone could enjoy the beats that these guys mercilously dish out. Deathstars is a band that's not afraid to step out on the limb of creativeness and experimentation. If you buy ANY of their cd's you will not be dissappointed... the lyrics are passionate and well written and fit the beats of the song with out-most perfection. Their newest cd Termination Bliss seems to some how even surpass Synthetic Generation. Just when you thought the band was at complete perfection they come up with something even better. That's what I call a great band. Whiplashers vocals are at their best in Termination Bliss and the beats are as fun and exciting as ever. Not only one of the most attractive looking set of band members out there... there sound is that of their own and they work it. Don't miss out and buy Termination Bliss and Synthetic Generation. I listen to both cd's over and over again all day dancing and singing in the shower and the car... beware this band is addictive and you'll find it hard to ever stop listening to them."

Ok debut, but the music should be more interesting

Rick van der Ham | 11/26/2004

(3 out of 5 stars)

"Synthetic Generation is the debut album from Swedish Metal band Deathstars. When I first heard the album, I immediately heard resemblances with The Kovenant. The main difference between those bands is that The Kovenant writes better and more original songs. Although Synthetic Generation is a fun album to listen to, the songs tend to sound to simple. The music is build upon up-tempo Rammstein riffs and electronic keyboard-sounds. Unfortunately the instrumentation is rather simple. There are not many instrumental parts that really stand out. The vocals are not bad, but sound a bit limited. On the title-track you can hear a vocal part, which sounds much better than the usual vocals on the album. Besides simple, the songs are also short. On Synthetic Generation Deathstars also plays the song "White Wedding" from Billy Idol. That song fits the band perfectly. If you are a fan of The Kovenant or Rammstein, then check out this album. Synthetic is a promising debut, but I hope that the second album will be better."

Deathstars - synthetic generation

Emily | the UK | 11/10/2004

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I am a big fan of dark, death and symphonic metals, and although I don't listen to this albumn quite as much as others such as Nightwish and Pain, I think Deathstars really does make good listening. They are a fairly new band, and a few of their tracks could do with a few minor adjustments, but their videos and style is very profesional. There is variation between the tracks, and while a fan of different taste may not be able to tell them apart, that is usually the case with all bands. While the talent is not exceptional, their style and presentation are spot on. They'll soon be riding with the best of them. I enjoyed this albumn very much, although I wouldn't pay any more than £15 for it. (About $25, I think.)"