I realize that Jesu has been around for a minute now, and Justin Broadrick much longer, but he continues to put out superb records without much deserved fanfare or attention. "Ascension" is Broadrick's most accessible work yet, and while long-time listeners may initially fear a more pop Jesu, their concerns are unfounded. This is still heavy, anthematic stuff, and there are plenty of slow crushing shoegaze metal epics in-between the bouncier fare. What is most rewarding about this album is that it is denser and more complicated than "Conqueror," requiring close repeated listens to unpack all the greatness inside. In other words; it's a grower, which are the best kind of records. "Birth Day"
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