The production value on Clayman is instantly apparent; the album's initial sounds jump right out and pull the listener in, conveying a power and excitement that lasts the duration of the disc. The songs on Clayman are what ultimately sell In Flames, though. With some of their best writing yet, they continue to tighten up a sound that could please fans of everyone from Queensryche to Arch Enemy to maybe even Satyricon. With their blend of speed, melody, and pensive aggression, In Flames is indeed hard to pin down. Clayman at its core, though, is invigorating, well-executed metal that, dare it be said, is a fun listen; this probably isn't far from what the band intends. ~ Matthew Kantor
Rovi
初期の攻撃的なサウンドは弱まっているものの、メロディアスなフレーズに磨きがかかった印象がある。
聴き所の多いアルバムではあるが、『Satellites and Astronauts』のギターソロは是非1度聴いて貰いたい。