The first album was much about the riffs and the lyrics had a lot of "Satan is our saviour. The end is near". "Infestissumam" however, contains a more developed sound that should prove as a test for the majority of their fan base. The sound leans a little more on the pop direction then it did on the previous effort, but that does not mean that "Infestissumam" totally lacks of metal. We still hear the intentions from 70's doom metal sound even though those intentions has taken a smaller place in the album. You can also bet that the catchiness from "Opus Eponymous" is not only present in "Infestissumam", but also enhanced to a high degree. And when it comes to the lyrics, they are still about the band's love towards the devil, but now they have actually improved their song writing and tried to tell more elaborate stories about succubus's ("Ghuleh / Zombie Queen"), sexual temptations ("Jigolo Har Megiddo") and more.
Another thing that makes "Infestissumam" superior to its predecessor is the evenness of the album. There is very little too dislike in this album since every song is so groovy and captivating that you cannot resist to put on a smile for the devil. Even the overall mood in "Infestissumam" feels uplifting even though it is supposed to be somewhat apocalyptic. The grooviness shows most on the longest track "Ghuleh / Zombie Queen" where the listener first leads through a slow part and when the second half starts, the ride really begins with some groovy "British pop rock" sound that evolves into a faster and faster beat that is irresistible.
One more upside with "Infestissumam" is that it encourages the audience to do a lot of sing a long in the songs. Easily memorable choruses or lyric lines that sticks to your brain like a gum in a shoe. And the most addictive song of them all is the epic "Year Zero" that is sure to be a fan favourite on concerts. I mean, just listen to that genius chorus and the overall fantastic performance throughout the song, especially those ending guitar riffs that should give you instant goose bumps. If there was one song that would make me give up my current religion and convert towards Satanism, then this is the song. Other great sing a long moments on this album is "Per Aspera Ad Inferi", "Ghuleh / Zombie Queen" and "Depth of Satan's Eyes".
It is a shame that Papa Emeritus and the ghouls hides their true identities, because I would definitely search them up and congratulate them for making "Infestissumam". This album has everything that made "Opus Eponymous" great plus better lyrics and a greater edge. Yeah, sure this is more of a pop album then "Opus Eponymous" was, but the high low point makes up for that disadvantage alone. You may not like this album at first, but give it more than one spin and you will probably see that "Infestissumam" grows on you. All hail Papa Emeritus and the rest of Ghost.
Songs worthy of recognition: Year Zero, Depth of Satan's Eyes, Ghuleh / Zombie Queen, Per Aspera Ad Inferi
Rating: 9,5/10 Monstrance Clocks
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