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
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
A notable step back from "Seasons"... It's listenable, nothing more. (6.5) more
DEVASTATING......... Among the best bands of the last decade.... more
Excellent band of technical Thrash, both albums are beautiful. more
Nice but negligible more
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
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
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
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
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
Pure black prog led by the same masters who once held the reins of Reverend Bizarre... what the hell more do you want from this wretched life?! more
the minstrel par excellence.......milestone of progressive rock.......fairy-tale Irish genius more
Oh my goodness, what cruelty! Monolithic sounds, distorted guitars, and at times unsettling: and we’re only in '68! A blues/rock that serves as a prologue to a progressive and gradual hardening of the sound that will involve the bands to come. A journey destined to persevere for over two decades. more
A phenomenon on the microphone... Age is felt by everyone, but it has gifted us with performances that are simply breathtaking... more
PRONK! more
Bad and frozen! more
Lately, I've been quite obsessed with this wonderful album: the 2002 debut by Areknames, back when they were still a trio, shows a superior quality. The Van der Graaf references are clear, and I like them so much for that as well. Only four stars because their second album is even better. more
For the few chosen ones: as far as I'm concerned, they really make too much noise. Maybe I'm getting old... more