For Ruin - _Shade_
by: Pedro Azevedo (4 out of 5)
One-man bands can be a double-edged sword: while they often score high
on the individual accomplishment chart, they are also frequently let
down by some element or another in their sound that just isn't up to
par with the rest -- usually because the person's skills simply fail
to cover every aspect of the music with similar proficiency. Not so
with Ireland's For Ruin, as sole member John Murphy does a damn good
job of sounding like a full band on his own on _Shade_. For Ruin has
progressed rapidly since the split demo with Meiche: _Shade_ is not
only better produced, the songwriting and execution are also superior.
Playing a hybrid style that is usually closer to melodic death metal,
with plenty of varied guitar leads and a lively pace, Murphy succeeds
in keeping _Shade_ entertaining and enjoyable most of the time. A nice
instrumental track is also included, while on the other hand the
Rotting Christ cover that closes the demo doesn't strike me as a
particularly noteworthy addition -- but it does no harm either. There
is still plenty of work ahead of For Ruin, more consistency yet to be
achieved; but the progression so far has been remarkable. Indeed, the
new promo that is being prepared as label bait will most likely have a
good chance of capturing some interest for the future. I, for one,
will certainly be interested in hearing how far Murphy will be able to
take For Ruin in 2006.
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