Reviews list for Rosetta - A Determinism of Morality (2010)

This is a really captivating release. I love the ideas & the overall sound. Rosetta create huge walls of atmosphere & noise that leave the listener with a feeling of swimming in the sound. Michael Armine's vocals are more a bark than anything else &, although monotonous, are a captivating call-to-arms. I can detect a fair bit of ambient music & psychadelic rock influence in the song structures. Mid-1990s Anathema also springs to mind. I admit that the album is dying for a crisper, brighter production though. It's just a little annoying that it could've been even better with more clarity. The closing title track is a triumph & is easily one of the highlights of my year so far. This is certainly an album that needs the right setting. Perfect for a dark lonely night & must be played loud. Definitely worth giving this one a few listens as it took two or three listens for it to grab me.