If The Haunted were to come from the Bay Area thrash scene during the 80s, they would be heralded in the "Big 5", along with Slayer, Megadeth, Metallica, and Anthrax. Not only does this cd blow away everything Metallica has ever done, this is heavier than pretty much every band to come out in the past few years, without resorting to metalcore wankery. So, if your deciding on getting an All that Remains or Heaven Shall Burn album, hit yourself over the head with a frying pan, and then get this when you wake up.Highly, highly approved.