Opeth’s latest release, The Last Will and Testament, marks a return to their more extreme metal roots, incorporating growled vocals for the first time since 2008’s Watershed. This highly anticipated concept album delves into a dark post-World War I narrative, revealing shocking family secrets during the reading of a patriarch’s will. With intricate storytelling, stunning guest appearances by Ian Anderson (Jethro Tull) and Joey Tempest (Europe), and complex musical arrangements, Opeth demonstrates that they continue to evolve while embracing their past. But is it worth your time? Let’s dig into what the critics think.
