If the name At the Gates hardly rings a bell, then it's safe to say you're missing out on some of the most abrasive metal compositions up to date. With a sound that fits perfectly in the uprising metal scene today, one would be surprised to learn that somebody else has been doing this over a decade before many of today's larger metal acts. With "Slaugher of the Soul's" perfect blend of classical metal and a boundary compromising new sound it's not a surprise that it's been one of the leading influences in the younger generation of composers today. The perfect up to date sounding recording mixed with flawless musicianship and an overall production that rivals even some of today's best, help make this album out to be a charm.

   In today's metal scene it's safe to say that At the Gates have become the Metallica, Guns and Roses or even ACDC of Death Metal. Each of the listed bands have changed the way metal and rock are done today and At the Gates has perfectly fit well up into those ranks with death metal and thrash. Previous fans of At the Gates should pick up this album as well as the Limited Edition Picture Disc Vinyl LP because not only do these serve as really nice collectors items, but the bonus tracks add a little extra fun to the disc, with covers of bands such as Slaughterlord, Slayer, and No Security as well as 2 older demos, a previously unreleased track and a Bonus DVD that includes 35 Minutes of interviews reguarding some of the band's techniques used to make the album and their music video for the album's opening track "Blinded by Fear".