Metal Church -The Weight Of The World
Ronny Munroe is now firmly established behind the microphone and he knows how to deliver. Another solid piece of work, heavy as it should be played. It's true that we are now stuck in a fairly well-trodden structure. However, it remains the best album of the latest phase in the career of Metal Church. (7) more
metal church -masterpeace
First real misstep. Wayne's return contributes nothing; in fact, I’m one of those who feels he’s definitely not in shape on this record. Lacking ideas, without sparks, he recycles the atmospheres of the two previous albums without achieving their results. (5.5) more
metal church -hanging in the balance
Unjustly underrated album. An absolutely classic heavy metal work that deserves to be cherished. A piece to rediscover within the scope of their discography. However, the cover is frankly horrific. Metal Church has never nailed it with their covers. (7.5) more
metal church -the human factor
The same argument applies to "Blessing In Disguise." (7.5) more
Metal Church -Blessing in Disguise
Wayne-Howe changes the voice. Another great album, although inferior to the previous two. Definitely more heavy-oriented, convincing songwriting with several noteworthy tracks, including "Fake Healer" and especially "Badlands." (7.5) more
Metal Church -The Dark
For me, the true masterpiece of Metal Church, as well as one of the most beautiful albums of '80s American metal. It’s a work in which certain rough edges from the previous CD have been smoothed out and where everything practically works. Of course, they didn't invent anything, but in terms of songwriting, it's an almost perfect album. Stunning "Watch the Children Pray." (9) more
Metal Church -Metal Church
Debut album for the Americans, immediately a record to be counted among the classics of overseas metal. A blend of heavy and thrash that reeks of genuine compositional quality, filled with pathos, guitar solutions, rhythm, and anthems. Notable performance by Wayne on vocals. (8.5) more
Slayer -World Painted Blood
A professionally crafted album, enjoyable enough to almost scream masterpiece if it had been produced by one of the thousand clone bands that have emerged in recent years. Instead, it's the work of Slayer, and so it's an album like many others. A secondary episode in their discography, but it's difficult to expect works comparable to those of the eighties. (6.5) more
Slayer -Christ Illusion
In line with the previous one. They are no longer the destructive Slayer of twenty years ago, but their thrash remains just as genuine. An album that marks the return of Dave Lombardo. A record among the most aggressive in terms of lyrics from Slayer. (7) more
Slayer -God Hates Us All
Compact, honest work, a "return" to the thrash of the late '80s, but reinterpreted in a more modern key. "Disciple" and "Bloodline" are always a pleasure to listen to. (7) more
Slayer -Diabolus In Musica
They tried to change it up, and it’s a record that’s not as bad as many claim. There are influences, but it can't even be compared to what came before. (6.5) more
Slayer -Divine Intervention
A notable step back from "Seasons"... It's listenable, nothing more. (6.5) more
Black Stone Cherry
DEVASTATING......... Among the best bands of the last decade.... more
Vektor
Excellent band of technical Thrash, both albums are beautiful. more
DragonForce
Nice but negligible more
Ivan Graziani -I Lupi
The first true album where his poetic style begins to take shape, that of the outcast characters from the province, with excellent production featuring his friend Venditti on piano, and the duo Calloni-Bullen on the rhythm section. A beautiful album of inspired compositions, with his first little great masterpiece standing out above all: "Lugano Addio". Long live Cross, long live Motocross! more
Ivan Graziani -Pigro
In my opinion, its peak, along with the subsequent one. Ten pieces that contain, in their entirety, the true hallmark of Ivan: adolescent desolation, the anxieties of the province, the "paradoxical" snapshots of the common man, and so much irony (right from the cover). Music at very high levels, Italian Rock has passed through here too. "And the unease grows inside like a cancer, and there's plenty to let myself go." more
Cannibal Corpse
Great band, anyone who takes them seriously is an idiot... it would be a 4, but I give them a 5 to raise an unjustly low average! more
Blue Öyster Cult -Secret Treaties
Alright, another amazing record! For me, it's slightly inferior to Tyranny and Mutation (the absolute masterpiece), but there's still great adrenaline in these eight tracks: the finale of Dominance and Submission feels like the prelude to a demonic summon, and the sinister echoes of Career of Evil are irresistible. A terrifying conclusion with Astronomy, a cosmic and visionary ballad of rare splendor. more
Dio -Master Of The Moon
A transitional album, but enjoyable. A great excuse to remember one of the most quoted voices in hard rock/heavy metal. The heavy 'n' roll of the opener is stunning, and the Black Sabbathian march of the title track is even more majestic. The rest is nice too, like the thrashy riffs that kick off Shivers and The Eyes. In short, a pleasant thirty minutes in the company of the unforgettable Ronnie... more