Genre: Metalcore/Christian
Label: Solid State Records
URL: http://www.myspace.com/gwenstacy
Country: Indiana, USA
Christian metalcore act Gwen Stacy's second full lenght came as a complete surprise to me. I had no idea they were making new material, and out of the blue dropped a new album. Reading 'Gwen Stacy' and '2009' didn't even catch my attention because I was certain it was something old by some reason.
A Dialogue starts with a very melodic piece, The First Words, which has a pretty fitting title for a starter track, don't you think? It has it's melodic parts, but still they don't stray too far from their heavy sound. What starts with clean singing and catchy melody turns into a brick to the face. This is the general rule with Gwen Stacy and their A Dialogue. Very melodic, yet heavy breakdowns and powerful vocals.
When hearing this album it really makes me wonder why I hesitated and decided not to go when they came to play in Sweden. I've heard them before, I liked what I heard, so why I didn't go troubles me. If you get a chance to see them, don't let the moment pass. I know I won't.
Side note: Don't be scared by the christian tag. A lot of people frown upon christian bands, but try to be a little open minded. You will most likely not be disappointed.
Best track: A Dialogue
Score: 7/10
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