Our Circle Is Vicious

Rise and Fall is a Belgian metalcore band. Formed 2002 in the aftermath of Belgian bands The Deal and Kingpin, Rise and Fall have become one of the most successful Belgian hardcore bands ever, among the few signed onto American labels such as Deathwish Inc. and Reflections Records. Four years since the release of “Into Oblivion”, Rise And Fall have now completed their circle. Recorded at God City studios by Kurt Ballou (Converge, Disfear), “Our Circle Is Vicious” is Rise And Fall’s rightful return to the throne as the kings of dark, ominous hardcore. From the opening barrage of “Soul Slayer” and “Built On Graves” the evolution of Rise And Fall is absolutely stunning. Heavier and harder than ever, it quickly becomes apparent that every aspect of their musicianship has grown leaps and bounds in recent years. Guitarist Cedric Goetgebuer balances bone shattering heaviness and unorthodox melodies unlike any other musician today. Bringing each song to post-apocalyptic life with an electrifying intensity. All of this is complimented by Bjorn Dossche’s emotional vocal outpouring as it spills across the album with unforgettable realness. Blurring the divisions and dismissing the limitations that exist within much of contemporary heavy music. All in all, Rise And Fall’s “Our Circle Is Vicious” is a stunning artistic achievement. One that will surely cast a shadow over the aggressive music world for many years to come.
\- Engineered and produced by Kurt Ballou (Converge) @ Godcity Studio – Artwork by J. Bannon (Converge, As I Lay Dying, Etc.)