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Die by the Sword!

Advantages: Fantastic album with consistent tracks, good lyrics, very melodic guitar playing.
Disadvantages: A bit poor production, other than that..I dunno.?

For those who may not know: NWOBHM = New Wave of British Heavy Metal. :) 'Show No Mercy' is a fantastic album that is often over-looked by their most popular album that sold millions 'Reign in Blood'. Those who only concentrate on the only album is themselves losing out; as this is a fantastically solid album with 10 songs based pure speed/thrash with hints of NWOHBM. They refined this album as aggressive NWOHBM; which then lead to the ...
...might find it lacking in raw power/aggressiveness, they will find that instead interesting song-writing, great melodic solos and catchy riffs. Band Members Tom Araya : Vocals, bass Jeff Hanneman : Guitars Kerry King : Guitars Dave Lombardo : Drums The opening song 'Evil Has No Boundaries', this song is so utterly memorable; this is where the newcomer begins to realise the intensity, the speed, the brutal clean thrash style vocals ...

Annallon 27.07.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Show No Mercy - Slayer

See You in Hell

Advantages: Unpredictable, relentless thrash metal from the Underworld.
Disadvantages: Long song lengths lack discipline.

...most cases. 1. Hell Awaits 2. Kill Again 3. At Dawn They Sleep 4. Praise of Death 5. Necrophiliac 6. Crypts of Eternity 7. Hardening of the Arteries A long fade in of eerie torturous sound effects and backmasked backwards vocals subconsciously urging the listener to 'join us' gets things off to a disconcerting start, with the quiet squeal of a maniacally soloing guitar in the background. Over the course of these seven songs, much will be ...
...a fairly convincing portrayal of Hell in the first place without studio trickery. A brief pause separates the first song from 'Kill Again,' and to casual listeners - if such a thing can exist in this case - would probably be unable to tell the difference if the pause was less noticeable. The song begins at full pelt, introducing some nice dual lead guitars (in a down-tuned, evil way rather than catchy Iron Maiden style), and Lombardo's drums keep ...

Frankingsteins 10.04.2008 · Read full review
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Review of Hell Awaits - Slayer

Rage Against The Machine Album Review

Advantages: Hard, unconventional rock
Disadvantages: An acquired taste

Rap-Metal group Rage Against the Machine released their self-titled debut album in 1992, but the music is just as relevant today as it was back then. Songs like 'Take the Power Back' and 'Freedom' are about individual exploitation by the cultural, social, and political systems in society, and how the people must be willing to rise up and overcome such oppression. You may have also recently heard about the small matter of 'Killing in the Name' beating ...
...when you first listen to Rage is that they mean business. The whole album is intended to provide voice to the silent minority: Those individuals that feel neglected and abused are given hope through the band's resonant, unashamed, confrontational expression. Guitarist Tom Morello's anomalous riffs, rhythmic special effects and extended tapping techniques were some of the most powerful sounds to come from a guitar in that era, and remain unchallenged ...

andycarrington 22.12.2009 · Read full review
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Captain Morgans Revenge

Advantages: Pirate metal just rules
Disadvantages: one iffy song

Alestorm Captain Morgans Revenge Alestorm are a pirate metal band from Perth, Scotland. Captin Morgans Revenge was released last year (2008) with Napalm records. The Band Christopher Bowes - Lead/Backing Vocals, Keyboards, Tin Whistle Gavin Harper - Lead/Rhythm/Acoustic Guitars, Jew's Harp, Additional Drums, Tambourine; Backing Vocals Dani Evans - Bass Guitars Migo Wagner - Session Drums; Backing Vocals The band are awesome pirate metal is one great ...
...Track Two Captain Morgans Revenge 5/5 This is a brilliant track, infact it is better than brilliant! I love the guitarring its really catching and the drums are excellent. Lyrics are immense and stick in your head 'So have no fear and dont look back the afterlife awaits' I love that line espesially I dont know why. The track in itself is just indescribable to be honest, its probably one of the best songs I have heard from this band. Track Three The ...

rockchick2k7 07.12.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Captain Morgan's Revenge - Alestorm

My favourite album

Advantages: Unique and Brilliant consistancey of good tracks
Disadvantages: Old fashion looking album design

Normally im into Children of Bodom, Slipknot, BFMV and alot more of the screamo bands. But the Avenged Sevefold have a truly unique style, the vocalist is amazing. I bought this album, and loved it. I think the best on the album is The beast and the harlot. I truly love this band and cannot wait until their next tour. The consistancy of the tracks is also very good with tracks like afterlife, bat country, Blinded in chains, MIA and gunslinger deserving ...

slayer1293 05.12.2009 · Read full review
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Review of City Of Evil (Parental Advisory) [PA] - Avenged Sevenfold