Heritage

allmusic

rollingstone

Stockholm quintet Opeth have been gradually opening up their sound, inching away from deathmetal terror and toward old-school prog rock. On Heritage, they could almost be a jazz-fusion band conjured up by a Renaissance-faire magician. They exhibit unexpected energy and rhythm – "Slither" charges forward with the most optimistic overdrive they have ever allowed themselves. […]

pitchfork

On its latest release, the Swedish band that has previously blended death metal, folk, and progressive rock has moved into a more measured sound that puts less emphasis on dynamics.

fantano

Ah, the new Opeth record. Was I expecting to like this? No. Was I hoping I'd like this? Yes! A big, fat "yes," actually.