Artist: SOULFLY
Album: RITUAL REISSUE (CD)

Year: 2018/ 2023
EAN/UPS: 727361445607
Media type: CD

Two decades into their storied career, SOULFLY continue to engender near cultish zeal with each subsequent album and tour. In that sense, the group’s eleventh full-length, “Ritual” [Nuclear Blast], lives up to the promise of its name with a metallic ceremony of the highest order. The iconic gold-certified quartet—Max Cavalera [vocals, guitar], Marc Rizzo [lead guitar], Zyon Cavalera [drums], and Mike Leon [bass]—cast their word in bludgeoning riffs, thunderous percussion, and menacing growls.

The title proves apropos to say the least.

“I’ve always felt that metal is very ritualistic,” affirms Max. “I also
like one word titles,” he smiles.

In the end, the “Ritual” sees SOULFLY at its strongest.

“When you listen to this, I hope you can feel the real meaning of SOULFLY and what it means to our Tribe,” Max leaves off. “SOULFLY fans don’t have boundaries like many fans of different metal genres, and they can appreciate a variety of styles and spiritual topics. I am very proud of SOULFLY after 20 years in the Metal world. Having Zyon on drums is a great feeling. I am passing the torch. Our Tribe is stronger than ever!” – Rick Florino, June 2018

CD:

01. Ritual
02. Dead Behind The Eyes
03. The Summoning
04. Evil Empowered
05. Under Rapture
06. Demonized
07. Blood On The Street
08. Bite The Bullet
09. Feedback!
10. Soulfly XI