MENACE "Quake Metal" MCD Self-financed
What a fucking surprise is this first official recording by this new band
! These italian metalheads have well understood the roots of metal and play
heavy speed metal in its purest form. Musically, you got the feeling of a
meeting between Exciter’s "Heavy Metal Maniac" and old Judas Priest. The
vocalist makes think to a young Rob Halford, and even to a young King Diamond
when going in the high notes. Opener "Metal Avalanche" is a devastating
anthem. "Hittin’ In Head" is a fast crusher, and more madness follows with
"Evilness". "Messenger From Hell" brings power and rage, a mix that makes
it memorable. "Redeemer" is a heavy tune delivered with a real conviction,
the kind of heavy song you would like to hear more often in these days. Final
track "Bloodstained Razor" unleashes evil speed metal with a great energy.
No fillers, just six outstanding tracks ! The production is limited due to
a restricted budget, but it didn’t stop the band to show all their potential.
This mcd rules supreme ! If next time Menace releases a full album with the
same quality in all the songs, no doubts they will enter the kingdom of heavy
speed metal.
Patrick Lefevre
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