Retro-Review: ‘Dimensions’ by Believer

Believer’s 1993 album Dimensions is one of those albums I took a chance on due to the glowing reviews from Borivoj Krgin.

Krgin was the reviewer I trusted most at Metal Maniacs and when he said something was exceptional, I usually took that as a cue to go buy an album.

I wouldn’t usually pick up an album by a band from the Christian scene. It’s not really got to do as much with religion as it is simply with most of the groups seeming to be boring knockoffs of better bands.

So, when Krgin, who was openly atheist then, recommended Believer, I thought there must be something to them.

Man, he was right.

Dimensions is one of those albums you could call an “experience.” All of the different elements mesh to create a beautiful soundscape, leaving a lasting impression on the listener.

Interestingly, I’d say that Believer shares a lot in common with the band Atheist, which is sort of a progressive avant-garde style that likes to throw convention out the window. Sonically speaking, they also have a crisp sound that’s akin to Anacrusis’ Screams and Whispers.

But, Believer does not sound like either of those bands. They have carved an identity out for themselves, much of it having to do with their incorporation of instruments like cellos…