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 "License To Kill is a long, trembling, and scorching sonic orgasm, where power and melody burst in, tear apart, and effortlessly capture the listener’s mind."

 "An incredible, adrenaline-pumping, classy, and personal sonic blow, bolstered by very inspired songwriting halfway between hard rock and heavy metal themes."

Malice's License To Kill is a standout American melodic metal album with sharp Judas Priest influences. Featuring exceptional songwriting, stellar production by Max Norman and Bob Ludwig, and inspired performances, it remains a metal gem despite poor commercial success. The album delivers adrenaline-pumping riffs and memorable tracks with no fillers. The artwork complements the powerful sound, making it a must-listen for heavy metal fans. Listen to Malice’s License To Kill and experience a timeless metal masterpiece filled with powerful riffs and unforgettable melodies!

 Metal Health immediately lets us understand the intentions of the platter: melody and a gritty, dirty, and darn raw singing supported by a very valid and substantial rhythmic base.

 I like to think that the group’s reaction to Randy’s tragic departure could only be a foaming reaction, of madness indeed, restrained yet veering at the last from a sound cliché, ready to take risks.

Quiet Riot's Metal Health marked their first platinum record and a key moment in hair metal history. The album evolved their sound from hard rock to heavy metal with powerful anthems and heartfelt solos. Notable tracks include 'Metal Health,' 'Cum On Feel The Noize,' and 'Don’t Wanna Let You Go.' The album honors Randy Rhoads’ legacy and blends raw energy with melodic hooks. The cover art symbolically captures the band’s reaction to tragedy and their musical boldness. Dive into Quiet Riot’s Metal Health and experience the raw power and iconic sound that defined a hair metal era!

 Psychotic Waltz are skilled musicians who indeed offer a kind of prog metal that blends psychedelia, suffocating and distressing atmospheres, suggestion, and poetry.

 'Into The Everflow' is a more complex, dark, and finely crafted work than the previous, undoubtedly more compact, theatrical at times, and soft in its moments.

Psychotic Waltz's 'Into The Everflow' is a finely crafted prog metal album blending psychedelia, dark atmospheres, and powerful riffs. Despite the band's numerous hardships, including accidents and label bankruptcies, they delivered an intense and emotive record. Key tracks such as 'Ashes,' 'Into The Everflow,' and 'Butterfly' showcase skilled musicianship and haunting melodies. The album balances complexity, heaviness, and poetry, establishing itself as a hidden gem in progressive metal. Dive into the dark and poetic world of Psychotic Waltz—listen to 'Into The Everflow' and explore this underrated prog metal gem today!

 Destructive compactness without equal, hysterical vocal shocks at full throttle that faithfully accompany the increasingly hard&heavy riffs.

 Are you ready to bleed?

Raven's 'All For One' is praised as a powerful metal album featuring aggressive riffs, energetic vocals, and a personal take on classic hard rock influences. The album delivers relentless headbanging energy with standout tracks like 'Take Control' and 'Sledgehammer Rock.' The review also highlights the quality of bonus tracks in the reissued edition, calling it a must-listen for metal fans. Dive into Raven's 'All For One' and experience raw, unstoppable metal energy today!

 "Manhole is a sensual blend that seems to hover free and passionately envelops until exhaustion."

 "A continuous poetry accompanied by stunning music and recited, almost lived, by a voice as gentle and light as feathers, as powerful as thunder."

Grace Slick’s 1974 solo album Manhole showcases her rebellious spirit and multifaceted talent beyond Jefferson Airplane. The album’s refined, experimental sound envelops listeners in sensual melodies and powerful orchestration. Highlights include the dreamy 'Jai' and the epic title track featuring a full orchestra. Despite a limited tracklist, Manhole captivates with its emotional depth and timeless charm, complemented by Slick’s own album cover artwork. Dive into Grace Slick's unique solo masterpiece Manhole and experience a timeless blend of rock passion and sophistication.

 "Born To Be Wild" was probably the inspiration or starting point for the naming of the future musical genre yet to come.

 Steppenwolf emerged...a blend of Cream-oriented sound with bluesrock influences, strengthened by powerful drumming and sharp, wild guitars.

Steppenwolf’s 1968 debut album showcases a blend of bluesrock and psychedelic influences, recorded swiftly yet powerfully. Though initially underappreciated, the album features iconic songs like 'Born To Be Wild' and 'The Pusher', which helped define the emerging hard rock genre. The review highlights the band's roots, notable covers, and their lasting influence. It provides interesting trivia about the band’s members and the album’s cultural impact. Listen to Steppenwolf’s groundbreaking debut and explore the roots of hard rock history now!

 The energy and adrenaline that flow fiercely from the robust riffs... represent the Raven trademark, comforted by a timeless genuineness and sincerity.

 Turn up the volume to outrageous levels to scramble your brains well and enjoy like pigs!!!

Raven's 'Wiped Out' is an explosive metal album that continues to deliver raw energy and fierce riffs 25 years after its release. The Gallagher brothers create a perfect union of skill and adrenaline accompanied by Wacko's solid drumming. Highlights include the classic track 'To The Limit/To The Top' and the relentless opening quartet. The album balances melodic considerations with the band's manic energy, making it a true metal powerhouse still worth blasting at full volume. Blast Raven's 'Wiped Out' at full volume and experience a timeless metal adrenaline rush!

 The feeling at the end of each listen is like waking from a piercing nightmare, with your heart in your throat.

 Hovercraft are the perfect means of communication of a differentiated and philosophically architected microcosm unfolding through constant emotional and physical tension.

The review presents Hovercraft's 'Experiment Below' as an intense, cerebral album that blends improvisation with philosophical depth. The sound is described as a hypnotic and claustrophobic journey through layered rhythms and nervy guitar riffs. Compared to their previous work 'Akathisia,' this album refines their communicative power into a neuronal and alienating experience. The overall effect is emotionally weighty yet ethereal, leaving the listener both disturbed and enlightened. Explore Hovercraft’s 'Experiment Below' and experience a mesmerizing sonic journey that challenges perception and emotion.

 A continuous punch in the stomach.

 Violator play it untainted, raw, and unfiltered.

Violator's debut album Chemical Assault successfully channels the spirit of classic Bay Area Thrash, delivering powerful riffs, relentless rhythms, and energetic vocals. Released in 2006 by a young Brazilian quartet, the album offers a nostalgic yet fresh thrash experience with standout tracks like 'Atomic Nightmare' and 'Addicted to Mosh.' The raw production and aggressive style make it a must-listen for thrash enthusiasts craving authentic old school metal. Listen to Violator's Chemical Assault and unleash classic thrash fury today!

 Razamanaz is a true sound manifesto of the group, a condensation of truly enviable electricity and energy.

 McCafferty's voice... unmistakably recalls some sacred monsters of hard rock beyond to come.

Nazareth's third album Razamanaz is celebrated as a hard rock milestone from the 1970s. The album combines blues-tinged riffs with raw rock energy and intelligent songwriting. Dan McCafferty's distinctive vocals are compared to future legends like Brian Johnson and Axl Rose. Key tracks such as 'Razamanaz,' 'Alcatrazz,' and 'Sold My Soul' showcase the band's powerful sound and emotional depth. This record remains an essential listen for hard rock lovers. Dive into Nazareth's Razamanaz and experience a raw hard rock classic that shaped the genre—listen now!