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Modern Metal Masterpiece!

MetalMarc | Grand Rapids, MI USA | 02/09/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This has got to be among the best albums I own. Symphorce have truly created a masterpiece in Twice Second that sounds modern and very fresh and they establish themselves in the elite of metal bands.
Symphorce play a sort of power/thrash metal in vein of Brainstorm, Nevermore, and a hint of old Megadeth. Instead of copying silly happy power metal bands with all of the usual cliches Symphorce employs there own personal sound based on creative heavy riffs, modern sensibilities, and catchy masterful songwriting.
Cede and Marcus write some incredible riffs (Nevermore style) and jaw dropping leads, while the rhythm section is heavy and crushing. Andy is simply one of the best vocalists in metal period.
This album is a must have for fans of Brainstorm, Nevermore, Evergrey, Angel Dust, and Tad Morose. Symphorce has set the bar high and I wonder if even they will be able to top it. Buy it and be reminded why you are a metal fan!"

Catchy and heavy as hell

NoSoup4you | 05/15/2005

(4 out of 5 stars)

"This is the first Symphorce album I've gotten, and I will definitely be getting more in the future. The songs on Twice Second are heavy with a modern sound, but melodic and intelligent as well. Andy Franck is an awesome vocalist, sounding like James Hetfield at some times and Bruce Dickinson at others. The lyrics are great (and according to Franck they're 100% original on this album.) There's not too many insane guitar solos or anything but the songwriting is the focus. The choruses will be stuck in your head for a long time. The keyboards are used sparingly but at all the right times. I'd like to hear more of them, though! Highlights: Fallen, Whatever Hate Provides, Face of Pain, Searching, Cry on My Shoulder. You can go over to symphorce.net and download "Tears," which is also a pretty good song, and see what you think."

WOW! I wish more people knew about them!

Pabla Barros | Playa del Rey, California United States | 04/03/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Amazing German band! I've read a lot of reviews that classify them as power metal, even though they have lots of power elements there is also many forms mixed in there...which is what makes them so great!Progressive, trash, speed...only to name a few as they are heavily influenced by many classics. In this day and age where nu-metal is so popular and so boringly predictable...and they all sound the same!(yawn) these guys are a breath of fresh air in the metal front! A must for any metal fan who enjoys heavy melodic riffs and outstanding soaring vocals...the previous albums are amazing as well! If you want to get to know them get Twice Second and Phorcefull Ahead....their 2 latests..you will not be dissapointed! Cheers metalheads \m/"