Employed to Serve - Fallen Star (2025)


Fallen Star represents a significant evolution in Employed to Serve's sound, blending their signature ferocity with melodic and experimental elements. Critics have praised the album's dynamic range, noting its balance between aggressive riffs and atmospheric passages. The inclusion of guest vocalists—Will Ramos (Lorna Shore), Serena Cherry (Svalbard), and Jesse Leach (Killswitch Engage)—adds depth and diversity to the tracks. Standout songs like "Treachery" and "Whose Side Are You On?" showcase the band's ability to merge intensity with accessibility. While some reviewers felt certain tracks leaned too heavily into mainstream metal tropes, the overall consensus highlights Fallen Star as a bold and successful step forward for the band.





Genre: Metalcore
Country: UK

Final Verdict: 67% (Good Album)
Yearly Ranking: 68th / 383

Highlight: Breaks Me Down


Made me think of:
Bleed From Within
Spiritbox
Killswitch Engage

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