"Downfall"; the introduction to this _Invocation_ sounds the alarms and one can almost see Leif Jensen standing on a plate that's rising up from a scene of war debris when his vocals are masterfully introduced in "Arise From Decay". The two new axmen Michael Borchers and Martin Walczak have more than a handful of good ideas up their sleeves and their guitars sound exactly the way guitars should sound on a Dew-Scented record. The one minute "Totem" provides a short break in the middle of the album, but deceivingly creates a whiplash effect when coupled with its successor "Torn to Shreds"; another flesh tearing, back aching headbanger. New drummer Marc-Andree Dieken had Uwe Werning's big shoes to fill, but his work on this record definitely speaks for itself. His drumming on the closer "Slaves of Consent" is very impressive and presents lots of clever chops and segments. "A Critical Mass" is another devastating piece with fantastic drumming that exquisitely complements its riffs and soaring solos; undoubtedly the album's prime cut.

Looking back on Dew-Scented's work that leads up to 2010's _Invocation_, one can't help but notice that they are always pushing themselves forward. There haven't been any drops in creativity or a decrease in passion in their work throughout the years. Their outright aggressive, all-guns-blazing rendition of Germanic thrash metal is looking more and more like something that's not going to grow out of style. And if you happen to live in a big crowded city like I do, do yourselves a favor and don't listen to this while driving or while waiting in line at a government building. You can't use "I was angry and the music made me act upon it" as an excuse if you get in a fight with someone.