Hungarian sextet Meteora
has carved their name as one of the most ambitious bands in the modern
symphonic metal scene. Formed in 2017, they’ve steadily grown from promising
newcomers into a full-fledged creative force, combining classical grandeur with
cinematic storytelling and metal’s dramatic intensity. Their previous release, “In
This Silence”, introduced the first part of an ongoing conceptual trilogy, and
now the story unfolds further with “Broken Mind”, the second chapter of this
ambitious saga.
From the
opening seconds of “Broken Mind,” the band wastes no time drawing the listener
into their darkly theatrical world. Orchestral keys storm over churning guitars
while Noémi Holló’s soaring voice and Máté Fülöp’s growls trade verses like two opposing
spirits. The track builds tension through melodic richness and rhythmic pulse,
evoking beauty and chaos. It’s a grand introduction that immediately tells you
that Meteora’s universe thrives on contrasts,
light against shadow, melody against aggression.
“Morningstar”
shifts the scenery with elegant transitions between symphonic passages and
heavier bursts. The interplay between melodic vocals and guttural roars
amplifies the emotional spectrum, painting vivid imagery without relying on
excess. The song radiates a sense of narrative progression, as though each
section reveals another fragment of the story’s emotional core.
The EP
closes with “In My Name,” an eight-minute journey that expands in scale and
drama. The band layers choral sections, commanding riffs, and cinematic
arrangements into a full climactic surge. All three vocalists intertwine
throughout, giving the song the presence of a mini-opera. It’s the kind of
finale that feels earned, a moment of culmination before the trilogy’s final
act arrives.
The
production, handled by a team of trusted collaborators, captures Meteora’s intricate balance between metallic drive
and orchestral depth. Each instrument holds its space, giving the EP a lush but
grounded sound. “Broken Mind” continues Meteora’s
journey with elegance and emotional charge. It’s cinematic, heartfelt, and full
of dramatic fire. The band sounds more unified than ever, their storytelling
sharper, their sound richer.
Score: 7.5
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