Released recently by Equinoxe records this is the second full length release from Germany's Reptyle. Very much in the Goth Rock vein, the 5 piece have also played an impressive range of gigs and festivals during their lifespan. We have 12 tracks here so you definately get your moneys' worth. Opening with Where I Come From, which starts slowly then really picks up the pace. The bass and drums rumble the guitars cut through for a track which hits you like an express train. Track 2, Just like you allows the track to build and pulse, the guitars dominate and the whole track builds in intensity, the vocals sit a more comfortably on this one. Slowing us down a little is Under the Hammer which allows bass and vocals to pull the track along, although at times the full force of the guitars is let loose. Following on is Suffer has the dual guitars really working well, as they cut swathes through, the track showing admirable restraint without losing the power. Next up is Bought me a Lie is a medium paced track which shared much in common with what has passed before, whilst Honest Liar is much more a slow brooder, the guitars flitting around the edges rather than being the main driving force. On to One Touch which really builds and powers up. The vocals more powerful than ever but all are really given a chance to shine, the best track yet! We move to Dynasty which starts slowly and builds but is generally a mid paced track as is Tower of Bridges for the most part. The guitars again dominate, amongst the driving rhythms on All is Lovewhich is certainly pacy, but nothing compared to that of Black Snow in parts. Here the vocals rise above the instruments but again it's a very guitar heavy track. The final track is Great Opportunities again gives all a chance to shine, really letting loose towards the end and providing us with a strong finish. If truth be told the album does exactly what it promises. It's hard Goth Rock, without veering too much towards Metal. However, there's no real surprises here and they do struggle to stand out from their peers.

Simon (LiveJournal)