John Fryer, producer of LACRIMAS PROFUNDERE, is a boundless optimist! He is in the opinion that Filthy Notes For Frozen Hearts could be as successful as an output of Finland’s superstars H.I.M. At least it would be possible because of the musical ingredients, the problem is the time: LACRIMAS PROFUNDERE offer the same mixture a few years later. That’s the reason why I am very skeptical concerning Fryer’s assumption. The way of composing and heaviness of these two bands is quite similar - Filthy Notes For Frozen Hearts has got the power comparable to Finland’s Goth Rock Finest debut album.
Again It’s Over is a real hit, catchy tunes at its best – this song will fill all dance floors immediately for sure; Napalm Records have to care for appropriate promotion, also extensive touring would be a well chosen point in time with a brand-new album. Each fan from Depeche Mode to Sentenced or Type O Negative should be exalted by this musical cocktail; for certain heaviness is also present. The guitars stand in the foreground definitely, and the vocals are done without whiningly pathos most of the time. The energy and songs’ performance take a convenient effect on the ears. It is interesting that most of the songs attain intensity during the playing time. Not only the above mentioned Again It’s Over, which is contained as video version, too, offers a refrain like a barbed hook; this golden hand for easy to sing-along-melodies is designative till the end. The quality stays above average constantly during the whole album, whereas pure ballads are omitted fortunately, only Short Glance sounds a little bit too sweet and sickly. The following faster track Filthy Notes wipes off this emergence of toothache instantly like an energy drink neutralizing the taste of sticky candy floss. It is flamboyant again that the song increases its intensity the longer it lasts. Sad Theme For Marriage is a sentimental song, firm on the dog-end to anew tooth problems; acoustic guitars and string sounds create an atmosphere where romanticism and brummagem lie at close quarters. Fortunately heavier remedy is found in form of the upcoming Should. I have to say that heaviness in Gothic Metal is relative: it means the increased use of guitars and driving passages and no growling or furious double bass attacks…
That’s exactly the reason why LACRIMAS PROFUNDERE comes off well in my valuation, as the band sets also priorities on roaring guitars despite of all catchiness. Nevertheless, Filthy Notes For Frozen Hearts stays slight fare and the target group will be enthused for sure – but I am afraid that this album arrives a few years too late for a sweeping success…