Annable Courts

The world of J.R.R. Tolkien is so vast that it seems a single fragment of its corresponding lore could culminate in a band's entire career. Such is the disposition of , a one-time progressive power metal upstart of the early 2010s after the spirit of , who has since embarked upon a more folk-infused stylistic path primarily concerned with the kin of Erebor.

Finally, the weather forecast looks bright for fans. Although it has been a long 12 years since the album named "Weather Systems" was released, and an even harder 4 years since the band Anathema officially and mysteriously folded, 2024 finally sees a fully realized new album from Daniel Cavanagh. Borrowing the moniker from what he considers "the best album", Cavanagh clearly aims to continue carrying the torch of his previous band.

For well over 20 years South African-born alternative metal stalwarts have been one of the most consequential players in what has come to be labeled as the post-grunge scene, despite critics have often pointed to the band's straightforward presentation - and lead vocalist and guitarist Shaun Morgan's similar stage mannerisms and vocal tinge to that of Kurt Cobain - as a way to pigeonhole them as wannabes.