"Ethereal Tomb" retains the classic Nocturnus sound and style, evidence that the chemistry between these musicians hasn't died! However, the band has matured from their rough start many years ago. The songs are a little more simplistic, as far as arrangements go. But fear not, the technical guitar work is still present, as is the mindblowing lead work, albeit not as over-the-top as before. This time, the keyboards reside in the background, as opposed to the upfront domination on past material. They give Ethereal Tomb atmosphere, as opposed to simply competing with the two guitars for the spotlight. The lineup still consists of Mike and Sean on guitar, and Louis Panzer on keyboards, all three of which have been on every release thus far. Vocals and bass are handled by Emo Mowery, who had played bass on the Possess the Priest EP. Vocally, he sounds closer to Dan Izzo (vocalist on Thresholds and Possess the Priest) than original vocalist (and drummer) Mike Browning. One new element is the clean vocals in a few spots. Don't expect magical, majestic power metal vocals though! Drums on Ethereal Tomb are played by newcomer Rick Bizzaro. His performance is nothing out of the ordinary, but his playing is solid and much more cohesive than Mike Browning's.