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 Exciter is considered "the fathers" of this type of metal, which is a very fast musical style, even more than Motörhead and Tank.

 "Heavy Metal Maniac": A LEGEND!! A very famous riff that I have played many times with my band, the Tormentor.

Exciter's New Testament is a 2004 re-recording of the band's greatest speed metal hits showcasing tighter production and powerful vocals by Jacques Belanger. The album captures the energy and aggression of the originals with a cleaner sound that highlights the band's influence on thrash and speed metal. Key tracks like "Heavy Metal Maniac" and "Violence And Force" retain their legendary status, while the reinterpretations bring renewed impact to fans and newcomers alike. The review praises the band's technical skills and cultural significance in heavy metal history. Listen to Exciter's New Testament now and experience the rebirth of speed metal's greatest anthems!

 Venom have the privilege and merit of having marked an entire genre, a stylistic current, with the title of their album, ("Black Metal").

 The opener is the very long and devastating title track, with its twenty minutes of pure evil... Truly a great track, which alone is worth the purchase of the album!

Venom’s 1984 album At War With Satan is a seminal work in extreme metal, showcasing the band’s raw sound and dark themes. The title track’s 20-minute epic is a standout, while the rest of the album maintains high intensity with thrash and heavy influences. This album helped define and empower the black metal genre and influenced many later bands. It remains a vital part of Venom’s classic early trilogy. Listen to Venom’s At War With Satan and experience a raw, groundbreaking metal classic that defined an entire genre.

 The band, led by the phenomenal Pino Scotto, managed to sell 54,000 copies in Italy alone, continuing to produce music on par with their previous CDs.

 The final track, the powerful title song ‘Game Over’, concludes this important album with raw riffs and a disruptive vocal performance by Pino.

Vanadium's 1984 album Game Over solidifies their status as pioneers of Italian metal with harder sounds and impressive songwriting. Pino Scotto delivers outstanding vocals across a variety of energetic, raw tracks. The album features a mix of powerful riffs, emotive ballads, and classic 80s hard rock influences. Highlights include the energetic opener 'Streets Of Danger' and the emotional ballad 'War Trains'. This album remains a landmark in Italy’s metal history. Discover Vanadium’s Game Over and experience a raw, powerful slice of classic Italian metal history. Listen now and feel the 80s spirit!

 "A truly exciting piece!!"

 "'Ain't it Fun' by The Dead Boys is the best cover of the album, showcasing the band's technical skills and vocal interplay."

The Spaghetti Incident? is Guns N' Roses' 1993 cover album featuring twelve punk and hard rock classics. The band delivers energetic, wild performances with notable vocal and instrumental highlights. The album pays tribute to Johnny Thunders and includes a controversial track by Charlie Manson. While some songs divide fans, the record captures the band's influences and raw style. Overall, it remains a fascinating but divisive part of their discography. Dive into Guns N' Roses’ The Spaghetti Incident? to experience their raw punk and hard rock covers—listen now!

 Benefit is considered by many as a transitional album of the band or as the predecessor of the grand masterpiece Aqualung.

 With 'To Cry You A Song,' great hard rock riffs and solos evoke influences from Led Zeppelin and Gentle Giant.

Jethro Tull’s Benefit is a pivotal album showcasing a darker, harder prog rock style with folk and blues influences. The band’s technical skill shines through diverse tracks, highlighted by Ian Anderson's flute and Martin Barre’s guitar work. Seen as a bridge to the masterpiece Aqualung, this album mixes melodic ballads and hard rock with emotional intensity. The bonus tracks add further value without feeling like fillers. Explore Jethro Tull’s Benefit to experience the band’s evolving sound and masterful blend of prog rock and folk – listen now!

 The album features a rather dark, gloomy, and wild sound that is quite engaging.

 Lemmy’s voice is fantastic and adds a touch of brutality to the track.

Motörhead’s 1995 album Sacrifice delivers a dark, gloomy, and wild heavy metal experience led by Lemmy's unique vocals. The strong lineup of Mikkey Dee, Wurzel, and Campbell offer powerful riffs and rhythms. Key tracks like 'Sacrifice', 'Over Your Shoulder', and 'Sex And Death' showcase the album's intensity and emotion. Though a couple of songs fall into clichés, the overall sound is engaging and remains relevant in live shows today. Discover the raw power of Motörhead’s Sacrifice—listen now and experience heavy metal at its finest!

 A truly great piece in perfect Extrema style, where maximum speed, anger, and some small funky bass parts can be heard.

 Tommy Massara continues to play divinely, managing to create incredible sounds, and you can hear, especially in the final part of the track, an interesting saxophone part, an unusual instrument in metal.

Extrema's 1995 album 'The Positive Pressure (Of Injustice)' follows up their debut with an even heavier and more powerful thrash metal sound. The band incorporates funk influences in several tracks, while delivering fast, aggressive riffs and vocal intensity reminiscent of Pantera. Standout songs include 'This Toy' and the title track, showcasing excellent musicianship and dynamic tempo shifts. The album highlights Gianluca Perotti's vocal range and Tommy Massara's innovative guitar and saxophone performances. Discover the raw energy and unique blend of thrash and funk in Extrema's 'The Positive Pressure (Of Injustice)'—listen now and experience Italian metal at its finest!

 "Cicatriz Black strikes directly at the heart, attacking the listener with lightning-fast blast beats and riffing."

 "Schizo, Necrodeath, and Bulldozer deserve credit for bringing extreme metal examples to our Nation as well."

Schizo's Cicatriz Black marks a powerful return to the metal scene, capturing the furious energy of their earlier works without falling into nostalgia. Featuring two original members and notable guests, the album delivers aggressive thrash metal with hardcore influences. The music is intense and maintains a punchy, raw edge reminiscent of icons like Venom and Discharge. Cicatriz Black solidifies Schizo’s place in the new millennium metal scene. Listen to Cicatriz Black and experience Schizo's raw thrash metal resurgence today!

 If we really had to categorize it in this genre, I would not hesitate to call it one of the greatest death albums of all time.

 Sadist is not content with the obvious and also tries more folk and tribal solutions, with the inclusion of instruments foreign to the rock field.

Sadist's album Tribe transcends typical death metal boundaries with its progressive and imaginative style. Led by mastermind Tommy Talamanca, it blends brutal vocals with sophisticated instrumentals and folk influences. The album showcases dynamic rhythms, haunting keyboards, and technical expertise rivaling notable prog metal acts. Its creative and diverse approach makes it a true masterpiece in the genre. Listen to Sadist's Tribe now and experience a groundbreaking fusion of death metal and progressive sounds!

 A truly powerful and beautiful track, in perfect Testament style.

 I consider it the 'Stairway To Heaven' of Testament.

‘The Very Best Of’ is a powerful Testament compilation covering key tracks from their early years to 1994's Low. The review highlights exceptional musicianship, intense thrash riffs, and Chuck Billy’s distinctive voice. Though it omits some later works, the collection is praised for representing Testament’s peak period. The album is considered a must-listen for thrash fans, with tracks like 'The Haunting,' 'Practice What You Preach,' and 'Return To Serenity' standing out. Dive into Testament’s thrash legacy with this essential collection – listen now to experience the power and skill that shaped metal history!