The tendency towards 70's organ driven rock (like Deep Purple, Iron Butterfly, and Vanilla Fudge) played second fiddle to the Sabbathy proto-metal on earlier albums. It is now front and center. The end result is, in my opinion, more original in terms of modern acts that are digging deep into the sounds of the 70s. Everything, but especially the vocals, is far more soulful and progressive on Apprehensions. Love the song in what I assume is Finnish. MindOverFour
Really good, heavy, darker rock with a sound that will surely refuse to become dated by the passing of time. To me, it sounds somewhat like a darker Suzi Quatro, Joan Jett, or Pat Benatar might. I highly recommend this album. The choruses and ‘chanting’ (for lack of a better term) are catchy and compelling to sing along to (especially the chorus of Golden Serpents). Vocals, song structures, and band chemistry are great. Thanks, Dool! I look forward to your next offering. 8/10. Alrihkh
Italian stoner powerhouse Tenebra has the heft of Sabbath and the hooks of Saint Vitus in their powerfully imposing tunes. Bandcamp New & Notable May 8, 2022
Combining crooned murder ballads with raw, angsty hard rock hooks, Melbourne's The Ugly Kings are a wrecking crew well worth watching. Bandcamp New & Notable Sep 15, 2021