Released July 26, 2004 Genre Thrash metal | Length 56:34 Release date 2004 Label Steamhammer | |
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Similar A Light in the Dark, Masterpeace, This Present Wasteland, The Human Factor, Hanging in the Balance | ||
Metal church the weight of the world full album 2004
The Weight of the World is the seventh studio album by thrash metal band Metal Church. It was released in 2004 through the Steamhammer/SPV label.
Contents
- Metal church the weight of the world full album 2004
- Reception
- Personnel
- Additional personnel
- Songs
- References
This album marks the beginning of Metal Church's third major line-up, with the addition of Ronny Munroe (vocals), Jay Reynolds (guitar), and Steve Unger (bass). This album is also the last to feature Kirk Arrington on drums. It is hailed by critics and fans alike as Metal Church's comeback album.
The prevalent themes of this album include crime, war, rejection, and madness.
Reception
Reviewer Eduardo Rivadavia of Allmusic commented that for "[...] every memorable turn like 'Hero's Soul' or 'Sunless Sky' with an equally forgettable outing like 'Wings of Tomorrow' or 'Bomb to Drop.'" He also stated his belief that longtime fans of the band would like most of the album's songs. Rivadavia ultimately gave the album a rating of 3.5 out of 5.
Personnel
Additional personnel
Songs
1Leave Them Behind5:47
2Weight of the World5:24
3Hero's Soul4:45