In recent years, I've been having a difficult time finding music I enjoy. Suddenly, I discovered bands, like Riverside, Evergrey, and others, that are from overseas. Apocalyptica is one of these bands. Their true passion for music comes through, even in the made-for-radio songs.

That said, this album (though not my favorite of theirs) is outstanding. My favorites tracks include Through Paris in a Sports car and 2010. I generally enjoy their instrumentals the most, and they do not disappoint. '

Overall, if you are a fan of progressive metal/rock, or simply enjoy beautiful, deep music---this is for you. If you think more along popular culture's terms---maybe you should skip it.

After hearing/watching the End of Me video on their official web site, I knew this would be the album that the masses would finally recognize, and it DOES deliver. ( And I KNEW I had to have it ! )

If you aren't into the "symphonic metal" sound, (think Kamelot) this is not the album for you. Just download the songs with guest singers, and be done with it.

A true musician is not "locked" into just one style/genre. You have to be well rounded to appreciate all that there is out there.

This album truly shows where these talented musicians came from (their classical roots), and brings us an album that is well rounded........ heavy, but also throws in a few more "classical" sounding pieces.

I am truly looking forward to where these guys are headed & I am along for the ride !

I got this album solitary because of Brent Smith's amazing voice, but now I listen to all the songs, so I got more than I expected!

Beautiful!

Yes, I am an Apocalyptica fan. I admit it. So, maybe I'm biased. Or actually, they are really freaking amazing. I preordered this CD- which was taking a risk since I always listen to CDs wherever I can before I purchase them- because I wanted to be prepared for when I saw them in concert. 7th Symphony is a great album for new and old fans alike. Yes, it's a huge departure from Plays Metallica by Four Cellos, but over the years, Apocalyptica grows and grows to carve out their own niche in the world of hard rock and metal.

I haven't been a huge fan of their songs with vocals in the past, but End of Me and Not Strong Enough are legit. And I LOVE Broken Pieces which features Fly Leaf's Lacey. No lie, in the past I used to feel Apocalyptica was a little cheesy with the way they integrated vocals with cello, but 7th Symphony demonstrates that Apocalyptica is perfecting this art and rocking at it.

Seeing At the Gates of Manala live (in Los Angeles) made me truly appreciate the complexity of the music. I originally didn't care much for it, but now I think I will listen to it to grasp fully the nature of the song. My instant favorite was On the Rooftop with Quasimodo. But I am also a fan of the drum-driven 2010 featuring Dave Lombardo.

The only song I wasn't a huge fan of was Bring Them to Light featuring Gojira's Joseph Duplantier, but that was probably for stylistic reasons.

I haven't watched the bonus DVD, but I will soon. I love seeing the band perform. They are amazing. \m/

I fully recommend this CD, because I think it really defines Apocalyptica as a growing band. They are making their name, breaking into mainstream with their radio singles; their other, Apocalyptia-only songs are A+. They have so much variety with the singer-included songs, heavier cello metal hits (Through Paris in a Sportscar, Rage of Poseidon) , and their more melodic and softer composition (Beautiful, Sacra).

First of all, I don't care if you hate the album or the band. All I say here is this, I liked the album, in times where stupid pop/gaga/bieber crap music flow free, is nice to hear some good rock driven symphonies. As always, Apocalyptica bring along great voices to sing with them. I liked it, if you didn't, I don't care. Bash my review, or better yet, come with one for yourselves explaining the downsides for your hate. Long live Rock music, and I'll keep singing along.