Exciter is a Canadian speed/heavy metal band widely regarded as a pioneer of speed metal. Early lineup and core members cited in reviews include Dan Beehler (drums/vocals), John Ricci (guitar) and Allan Johnson (bass). Their debut album Heavy Metal Maniac (1983) and subsequent early records are frequently highlighted.

Formed in Ottawa, Canada. Debut album Heavy Metal Maniac released in 1983. Frequently cited as pioneers of speed metal.

DeBaser hosts a handful of reviews of Exciter, the Canadian speed-metal pioneers. Reviews praise early records like Heavy Metal Maniac and Long Live The Loud while noting later stylistic shifts. Overall reception on DeBaser is largely positive with some mixed appraisals.

For:Fans of classic speed metal, 1980s heavy metal listeners, and readers of album reviews

 These bastards!

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 The title says it all!

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 I use Exciter in the morning to start the day off great, instead of cookies.

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 Unveiling The Wicked is far from being labeled a failure, but let’s say it is more forgettable.

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