“There's a bit of a soft spot somewhere in my unhallowed coal of a heart that warmly welcomes melodic death metal for a brief yet controlled period of time. Bands like Scar Symmetry et al. can occasionally make stuff that's fun and appealing in its own little right, and I had the pleasure of serendipitously discovering a small squad budding in the mysterious landmass of Singapore called Assault. Their debut EP, "Exceptions of the Rebellions," is at the very least a consistent, punching release that accurately represents a good chunk of what melodic death metal is supposed to be, although there happens to be a few rough patches coiling in the machine. Overall though, the four-song effort strikes quickly and stays in its relaxed position, an accurate snapshot of the confident and dashing gentlemen running this nifty Assault group.”

“One thing that did stick out for me though – there are certain harmonies throughout the EP where it sounds like either one or both of the guitars are just off key enough to be glaringly noticeable. It’s not a constant, but when you hear it, you definitely hear it. It may be an artistic choice, but it’s one that may divide listeners. Beyond that, THE EXCEPTIONS OF REBELLION is a 16-minute diversion that’s pretty good. You can stream the tunes from the band’s Reverbnation.com page and I believe that physical copies are available through outlets like CM Distro. Assault’s already working on a full length follow up, so consider the EP as a teaser of things to come.”

"Most intense album ever in war metal history. This album kills ! -Yusuke /DEFILED-

"Assault, a fresh metal troop from Asia, together let's march toward the world!!"

“To cut the crap: this is what melodic deathmetal is about. Poundering drums, duelling guitars and a vocalist with quite the range. They have some thrash going through thier music as well and with the links to war (both in artwork and lyrics) they sound like a more melodic and less agressive version of GOD DETHRONED. That is a compliment, as GOD DETHRONED remains one of the best bands in the world (eventhough they are calling it quits) with tons of songwriting skills, inspiring leads and memorable guitarwork with energy to match. This EP has been a very warm welcome to the melodic deathmetal that Singapore can bring and I hope that they will inspire more young bands to make metal like these boys see it. [87/100] Written by Tom Dejonghe”

“Assault has well and truly arrived with its first EP, The Exceptions of the Rebellions, a four track effort many years in the making. Featuring great production, not just for an indie release, but genuinely clear, powerful production, blackened, clearly enunciated vocals, and Euro inspired riffs and tone,as this EP is a testament to the tantalizing potential of yet another promising band from the Lion City metal scene.”

“I'm pretty picky when it comes to melodic death metal. Sometimes I find the melody too subtle to be melodic death metal, or I just plain feel a lack thereof, and I switch off from listening. Assault, though, provides a great release in their EP with clear and subtle melodies alike, and it is undeniable this EP, The Exceptions of the Rebellions, is a solid and enjoyable offering of melodic death metal. ”

“From Singapore comes ASSAULT with their first four songs release: THE EXCEPTION TO THE REBELLIONS and prove that even in a crowded genre such as Melodic Death Metal some bands can still hope to make their mark. ASSAULT comes out full force with their own spirit and even though they don't revolutionized the metal scene with this release they still manage to sound unique within its borders. In the end ASSAULT's THE EXCEPTION TO THE REBELLION is an absoluty rock solid release from this up and coming band so I suggest you give them a try, they deserve your attention.”

“Assault are relatively new among Singapore's very pleasing contribution to Southeast Asia's warlike metal tribes. 'New' in that this is their first recording, and 'relatively' in that they've actually been kicking about for five years. I don't listen to very much melodic death from round these parts, consumed as I am by the sheer horrors being spewed out by the local black/ death shock troops, but Assault are right in line with The Jester Race or a midpaced The Gallery in terms of approach.”

“Many modern melodic death metal bands nowadays choose to incorporate elements of metalcore into their music, and these influences on Assault's music (such as breakdowns) are present, there are fortunately not too many of such instances, making The Exceptions of the Rebellions a good debut effort from the band.”