50 Most Underrated Albums of the 2000's (So Far): #20

20.Sylosis-Monolith (2012)

Despite the fact I listen to and review a ton of music, there are still plenty of seasoned bands that manage to slip by me. British melodic death thrashers Sylosis is a prime example of this. It wasn't until they landed a spot opening for Lamb of God in fall 2012 to promote their third full-length, Monolith, that I decided to finally check them out. After hearing Monolith, I immediately hated myself for sleeping on them for years. Monolith takes the speed and blistering solos of thrash metal and combines it with the stunning melodies of progressive metal. Vocalist/lead guitarist Josh Middleton is the driving force behind the success of Monolith. Middleton's vocals perfectly fit the melting-pot tone of the album as his screams borrow from Gothenburg melo death and 80's thrash metal with a handful of really affective clean vocals lines thrown in for good measure. While his vocals are excellent, Middleton's guitar work is even more impressive. Middleton lays down a barrage of amazing heavy and melodic riffs and dizzying solos that serve as the backbone for the album. Monolith is a complex and diverse listen that serves as immensely rewarding listen to thrash, melodic death and progressive metal fans alike.

Standout Tracks
1.Out from Below http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_qf_fc7GDY
2.What Dwells Within http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xoj66CSdCzg
3.A Dying Vine http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2dFG7-09P0