Soilwork has always been, in my mind, the overlooked gem in the Swedish melodic death metal crown. That’s not to say that they haven’t been successful or critically lauded, but taking into consideration the talent on display and the skills contained within, they should be that much bigger. Their precision, dedication to the form, and creative chops are off the charts and the music is always, ALWAYS incredible. Their 2019 album, Verkligheten, was a whirlwind of melody, aggression, and tumultuous emotion, possibly one of the finest releases in their stellar 24-year career. But, as always, how to top something so impressive? This new EP, A Whisp Of The Atlantic, is a band stretching their creative fingers, testing their abilities and proving to the world that they are more than just a metal b...
