Style: thrash metal (“clean” vocals)
Review by: Sam
Country: Germany
Release date: 29 March, 2019
NOTE: This album was originally included in the March 2019 edition of The Progressive Subway
Now I have no idea why this band is labeled progressive as there’s barely anything of that, but what I do have an idea of is the quality of this band’s music. And I have to say, this kicks ass. Anonymous Soul is a great (melodic) thrash metal album. Expect some great guitar work, a livid drumming performance and an unspectacular half-shouting vocalist that at least sounds properly angry and -most importantly- doesn’t suck, which is another way of saying he’s a great thrash singer. Also expect some occasional (mostly unspectacular) attempts at prog and you have this album. That doesn’t sound very exciting now, does it? Fortunately it’s actually a very enjoyable album. I mentioned the guitar work briefly but that really undersells these guys. It’s far from original, but the riffs get you nodding properly and some of the solos are incredible (see: Time Will Collapse). The vocalist also knows how to write some proper hooks and the band is adequate enough at songwriting to keep it interesting for its 44 minutes duration. Lastly I have to mention the production is great for modern thrash.
Now before I wrap up this review, I’ll have to comment on the less good aspects of Anonymous Soul. Firstly the attempts at prog are mostly unsuccessful and the songs in the middle are a bit mediocre compared to the rest. Those are minor complaints though. This is a highly enjoyable thrash/speed metal album that’s definitely worth a couple of spins.
Recommended tracks: Anonymous Soul, Time Will Collapse, Poisoned Waters
Recommended for fans of: Metallica, Megadeth, Artillery, Agent Steel
Final verdict: 7/10
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Label: zz – Bandcamp | Website | Facebook
<band in question> is:
– Robert Richter (lead guitars, vocals)
– Samy Lee (rhythm guitars)
– Jerome (drums, vocals)
– Tristan (bass)
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