Resolution achieved what I didn't even think was possible for Lamb of God: they topped their landmark masterpiece Ashes of the Wake. When I first heard Resolution, I was in utter disbelief at how good it was. Weeks later, I still have the same feeling. Lamb Of God has turned it up to 11 and just gave all they got for this record. They waste no time showing everyone they mean business with the full throttle, crushing, opening track "Straight for the Sun". The track showcases some Crowbar-esque sludge riffing and it hits harder than a freight train. The fury of "Straight for the Sun" carries right over to the next track "Desolation". "Desolation" is a contender for my favorite Lamb of God song ever. It's heavy as all hell, the riff is perfect, the energy is relentless, and Randy Blythe has never sounded better vocally. The pure and furious energy and incredible riffs and solos throughout are only part of the reason Resolution is so special. Resolution is also the most varied Lamb of God record to date. The best example of this is the epic closer "King Me". There is prominent violin and piano use, which is something I would never come to expect from Lamb of God. It's an immense piece of music that is the perfect closer to this monumental album.
Lamb of God has truly outdone themselves on Resolution. It's one of those rare album where I was rendered speechless after listening. I could not fathom the insanely high quality of the material on this record. Every song on this album is perfect. The musicanship is off the charts. Everyone stepped their game up big time. Mark Morton and Willie Adler have never played better solos, Chris Adler has never had more intricate and complex drumming, and Randy Blythe has never sounded more fierce or written better lyrics. Resolution is fucking flawless and is an early contender (and more than likely frontrunner) for album of the year.
5/5 Stars
Standout Tracks
1.Desolation
2.King Me
3.Invictus
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