CD REVIEWS: Page 7
Artist: Isle of Q
Album: Self Titled
Label: Universal
The Review: Talk about a CD that will grow on you! If the rock genres of the 70's, 80's, and 90's could come together on one disc it would be this one! The songs are a great mix of 70s and 80s flamboyant rock style (Bag of Tricks, Here and Gone) and 90's dark, anger-ridden rock tracks (The Clone, Harder to Ignore). Overall, lead singer Ringler has a voice that is not a far cry from rock n' roll great Robert Plant. So whether you are driving to it, watching some chick dance naked to it at some strip club, or just chilling out at home listening to it, expect one of the best mixes of rock genres on one disc!
Recommended Radio Freindly Tracks: 2,3,4,5,6,8,10,11
Overall Grade: B+ MTPF 6/25/00
Artist: Earth Crisis
Album: Slither
Label: Victory
The Review: This is nothing more than a kickin', no-nonsense disc from a tight sounding straight edge hardcore band! This band runs the gambic (lyric wise) raging war against many "inhibiting elements" in our society from animal labratory testing to their anti-drug stance. The press release from Victory Records said the lead singer (Karl Buechner) has actually appeared in front of the US Congress to speak about teens and substance abuse. Aside from the political beliefs of the band, the music is a great mix of metal core and hard hitting music. Its good to see that a band in our country is actually concentrating on the problems in our country for a change.
Recommended Radio Friendly Tracks: 2,3,4,6,8,10
Overall Grade: B+ MTPF 6/25/00
Artist: Destruction
Album: All Hell Breaks Loose
Label: Nuclear Blast America
The Review: Now this is a band that can actually live up to their name! As for the CD, expect about the same from the title as well. This band pretty defines the term "Evil Metal" with their brutal fast songs and their anti-establishment lyrics. Very much like Venom, Slayer, and Testament they mix it up well with classic thrash guitar riffs and thunderous drum beats. Lead singer Schimer shows a no BS style as well with his screams and agressive style. However, do keep in mind that this CD is an all out swear fest so be carefull if you are using it for radio play! Other than that, check out this CD and have yourself a great thrashin' time!
Recommended Radio Friendly Tracks: 4,5,6,10
Overall Grade: B- MTPF 6/25/00
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