REVIEW: ATTACKER, The God Particle (2024)

 

ATTACKER, The God Particle (2024)

Cruz del Sur Music

Φρέσκο αίμα.

Ο άρτι κυκλοφορημένος δίσκος των cult U.S. Metalers αυτών που τίμια και σταθερά παίζουν στη μικρή κατηγορία του Speed/Power Metal πρωταθλήματος. Καμιά πρωτοτυπία, καμία έκπληξη και καμιά αμφιβολία. Οι Attacker στο παρόν τους εξακολουθούν να είναι απ'τα δυνατά χαρτιά για όσους προτιμούν το νευρικό, με υψίφωνο τραγουδιστή γρήγορο μέταλο απ' την αντίπερα όχθη να παλατζάρει πάνω στη λεπτή γραμμή μεταξύ Power και Thrash, χωρίς να ανοίκει πουθενά αλλού παρά στο Speed Metal παρακλάδι. Με μόνο οχτώ κομμάτια, όπως συνηθιζόταν τη δεκαετία που ξεκίνησαν όλα, αυτή του '80 και με τίτλους σαν Knights of Terror, Curse of Creation, Stigmatized, River of Souls, Kingdom of Iron, World in Flames, The Mighty Have Fallen και τέλος το ομώνυμο το άλμπουμ (άλλη μία πρακτική απ' τα 80's) βρίσκεσαι μονομιάς εκεί που πρέπει: Ένα ταξίδι στο χρόνο διαμέσου της μουσικής αυτού του κλασικού γκρουπ. Σπεύσατε....Πάω για τη τέταρτη ακρόαση κι έπονται κι άλλες.

English Text:

Fresh Blood.

The newly released album from these cult U.S. metallers who faithfully and consistently play in the small category of Speed/Power Metal championship. No originality, no surprises, and no doubts. Attacker, in their present form, continue to be among the strong cards for those who prefer the nervous, high-pitched vocalist speeding metal from the opposite shore to skate on the fine line between Power and Thrash, without belonging anywhere else but to the Speed Metal subgenre. With only eight tracks, as was customary in the decade when everything started, this one in the '80s, and with titles like Knights of Terror, Curse of Creation, Stigmatized, River of Souls, Kingdom of Iron, World in Flames, The Mighty Have Fallen, and finally the eponymous album (another practice from the 80s), you find yourself exactly where you should be: A journey through time through the music of this classic group. Hurry up... I'm going for the fourth listen, and more are to follow.

Τάκης "Ε-Μortal One" Γιώτης

ABYA release debut EP

 

Abya, an American Symphonic/Progressive Metal band, recently unveiled their debut EP titled "Prayer of Chaos." Recorded at "Abya Studio" in Tennessee and expertly mixed/mastered by Manuel Alvarez, the release marks a significant milestone for the band. Originating in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 2019, Abya initially comprised Manuel Alvarez (vocals/guitars), Lisa Mote (keys and vocals), and Wayne Zerr (bass). Despite several member changes, the group solidified its lineup with Manuel, Lisa, Wayne, and the latest addition, Jon Rizzo on drums. Following the departure of Wayne and Lisa, the band decided to make a fresh start and relocated to Nashville, Tennessee, aiming to embark on a new musical journey.

REVIEW: LUCIFER, V (2024)

 

LUCIFER, V (2024)

Nuclear Blast Records

Παραμένει η ξανθιά μάγισσα.

Η Joahnna Sadonis, κοσμεί με τη φωνή της το σχήμα στο πέμπτο άλμπουμ του τη τελευταία δεκαετία. Το ίδιο κι αυτό το εξώφυλλο, λογικό αφού στα πενήντα της περίπου παραμένει μια όμορφη παρουσία όσο και μια σκοτεινή, bluesy φωνή και φυσικά frontwoman.  Το πέμπτο άλμπουμ των Doom, Stoner, Heavy ή οτιδήποτε άλλο επιθετικό προσδιορισμό θέλετε πρίν το επίθετο Metal, ξανά και πάλι είναι στο στερεοφωνικό μας. Το ολοκαίνουργιο δημιούργημα του συγκροτήματος λοιπόν είναι εδώ γεμάτο ιστορίες πάθους, σκότους, μαγείας, θάνατου, απώλειας μέσα από γλυκόπικρες αλλά όμορφες και αρκετά ρετρό μελωδίες, αφού η μπάντα δε κρύβει τις εξεζητημένες 70s επιρροές της και αυτό δε μας χαλάει. Στα ντραμς ο σύζυγος της τραγουδίστριας Nicke Andersson, (παράλληλα κιθαρίστας των Hellcopters και φυσικά ντράμερ της κλασικής πρώτης εποχής των Death Metal ηρώων Entombed), οι Martin Nordin & Linus Björklund στις δύο κιθάρες και στο μπάσο ο Harald Göthblad συμπληρώνουν τη βασική πεντάδα των Lucifer στον δίσκο. Απ' αυτό ξεχωρίζουν τα Fallen Angel, At The Mortuary, Riding Reaper, A Coffin Has No Silver Lining, Maculate Heart, Strange Sister, Nothing Left to Lose But My Life.

English Text:

The blonde witch remains.

Johanna Sadonis embellishes the band with her voice on their fifth album of the last decade. This cover, too, makes sense since at around fifty, she remains a beautiful presence as well as a dark, bluesy voice, and of course, a frontwoman. The fifth album of Doom, Stoner, Heavy, or whatever aggressive descriptor you want before the word Metal, is once again in our stereo. The brand-new creation of the band is here, full of stories of passion, darkness, magic, death, loss through bittersweet yet beautiful and quite retro melodies, as the band does not hide its elaborate 70s influences, which we don't mind. On drums, the singer's husband Nicke Andersson (also guitarist of The Hellacopters and of course drummer of the classic first era Death Metal heroes Entombed), Martin Nordin & Linus Björklund on the two guitars, and Harald Göthblad on bass complete Lucifer's basic quintet on the record. Standout tracks include Fallen Angel, At The Mortuary, Riding Reaper, A Coffin Has No Silver Lining, Maculate Heart, Strange Sister, Nothing Left to Lose But My Life.

Τάκης "Ε-Μortal One" Γιώτης

RIPIO Unveils New Music Video and Seventh Album: 'Facing an Old Rival'

 

Ripio has just dropped a new music video for the track "Cuando descubran lo que he pensado," taken from their album "Vengador de perdedores." Meanwhile, Eduardo Costanzo, the solo artist behind Ripio hailing from Buenos Aires, Argentina, is forging ahead with the production of his seventh album. Titled "Enfrentando a un viejo rival" (Facing an old rival), this upcoming album will showcase ten fresh tracks, staying true to Ripio's signature blend of hard rock and heavy metal.

CAPTAIN HAWK – GHOSTS OF THE SEA" has just dropped their new single and official video, "Get The Pistol."

 

The second video of the epic metal opera "Captain Hawk - Ghosts of the Sea" has been unveiled. Renowned vocalists Stratis Steele, Marios Karanastasis, and Christos Kounelis lend their voices, accompanied by the notable participation of Yiannis Papanikolaou.

NESTOR Present Brand New Anthem “Caroline” + Official Video

 

NESTOR, the Swedish rock ambassadors, channel the spirit of the 80s in their latest single "Caroline." With glossy production and influences ranging from Bon Jovi to Aerosmith, the song is a nostalgic anthem featuring catchy melodies and passionate vocals. Guitarist Wemmenstedt shines with a stunning solo, showcasing the band's evolution. NESTOR has gained millions of streams on Spotify and a large YouTube following, sharing stages with icons like Alice Cooper and KISS. Their album "Teenage Rebel" captures the essence of youth with its energetic hits. "Caroline" explores themes of time and motion, symbolized by its accompanying video set on a 1950s train. Get ready to rock out with NESTOR! 🤘🎸

BLYND Unleash Fourth Album “Unbeliever”

 

After nearly a decade of anticipation, BLYND, the revered Cypriot metal outfit, is making a triumphant return with their fourth studio album, "Unbeliever". Promising a barrage of intense riffs, powerful drums, and thought-provoking lyrics, the album maintains the band's signature sound while exploring new musical territories. Thematically, "Unbeliever" delves into dark subjects such as war, mass surveillance, propaganda, and the suppression of free speech. Since their inception in 2003, BLYND has been a driving force in Cyprus's metal scene, and with this latest release, they continue to push boundaries while staying true to their roots. Set for release on June 7th, the album is available for pre-order on CD and Digital formats, offering fans a taste of what's to come with a track available for streaming and free download.

Tracklisting:

1. Infernal

2. Between Two Worlds

3. Primordial Hunter

4. One Last Dance

5. Until We Die

6. 1984

7. Fire in the Sky

8. Uncrowned

9. Ground Zero