1579 - As I Lay Dying Condemned 2010

The Powerless Rise is the fifth studio album by San Diego, CA based quintet As I Lay Dying. The riffs are meatier, the leads are catchier and the breakdowns, while still present, are reserved for only optimal moments, making The Powerless Rise an instantly memorable modern metal album. On yhis "Condemned" The guitar duo of Nick Hipa and Phil Sgrosso dominate. They dial up the perfect mixture of chug and melody.