What makes Lazarus by Hacride notable?

'Lazarus' received critical acclaim for its ambitious composition and thematic exploration, earning a spot on various year-end lists. The album helped solidify Hacride's reputation in the metal community, influencing emerging progressive metal bands in Europe. Released in 2009, 'Lazarus' is Hacride's third studio album, following their 2006 release, 'Algoa'. At this point, the band was establishing themselves within the progressive death metal scene in France, building on their earlier works to refine their sound and lyrical depth.