I guess it's pretty obvious that I've been on a Progressive Thrash kick lately. It's really luck that I stubled upon this band on youtube, because I never would have given them a shot based on the super-dated and frumpy artwork (I mean, just look at that third-world mullet!). It would have been my loss as this album is a pristine technical thrashing. Expect nimble riffs, time changes, vocal melodies, and dynamics galore. You'll also find the typical socio-political lyrics that were so favorited by Thrash bands of the day. These up-state boys follow tried-and-true template pretty well, but I do wish the vocals were more gritty and dynamic, instead of the over-the-top Power Metal style. Some more bottom-heavy "chugging" guitars would be nice too. When all is said and done, either you love Tech Metal, or you don't. Luckily, for me, anything technical is like hipster-kryptonite, so shred away!
sorry, Repka. not your best work
Have you heard the Dutch band Imperium? It's listed as prog power metal but it's pretty thrashy. Album cover is FUGGIN terrible but don't let that put you off - http://www.metal-archives.com/reviews/Imperium/Too_Short_a_Season/6669/
ReplyDeleteThey sound great, minus the wuss-tastic vocals. Of course, I can overlook that. Thanks! This is the first recommendation I've gotten! And you're right, the artwork is awful. The yin yang really is the crowning turd.
ReplyDeleteI like the new header/slogan, dude. And I like the cover of this album.
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