One from None

NoiseCult already showed that they could make some damn good metal with their debut “End of Days”, but now they show that they can pull off a thrashy doom metal album. Sounds interesting, right? Well it makes for a great album, even if it is a little enigmatic at times.

NoiseCult had some definite nods to stoner and doom metal on their debut, but with “One from None” they go for a much darker album. However, that doesn’t mean that some of the AC/DC style metal is gone, just listen to “Blood Feast Tonight” or “Scars” and tell me that you don’t hear at least a bit of AC/DC. Also there is the thrashy “SHEvil”, which has more in common with crossover song, than any doom song. So, in simplest terms, they haven’t abandoned what can be found on their debut, but there is just much more of doom influence in certain spots.

Highlights can be found in “Blood Feast Tonight”, “Scars”, “American Wasteland”, and “The Serpent Rises”. Those stood out to me as the catchiest songs on the album, and the ones which had the same passionate energy that could be found on the debut. However, the rest of the album doesn’t disappoint, and provides a mildly strong listening experience than the debut.

Overall, NoiseCult’s “One from None” shows a bit of a different side from this band, however, it is pulled off successfully and makes for a rock solid album that is as good their debut. If you enjoyed their debut, then you love this album. Fans of The Obsessed, AC/DC, and Motorhead, will dig this more than anyone else.