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Helmet

Musical Group

Helmet is an American rock band led by Page Hamilton, known for a loud, rhythmically strict noise/post-hardcore sound. Early records such as Strap It On and Meantime are frequently cited in reviews as seminal.

Page Hamilton is the band's founder and consistent leader. Early lineup mentioned in reviews includes Henry Bogdan (bass), John Stanier (drums) and Peter Mengede (guitar). The band released material on independent labels such as Amphetamine Reptile and later on major labels (reviews reference an Atlantic signing).

DeBaser reviews celebrate Helmet's early records (Strap It On, Meantime) as seminal noise/post-hardcore. Page Hamilton is consistently identified as the group's leader. Live accounts stress loud, intense performances. Later releases receive more mixed criticism.

For:Fans of 1990s noise rock, post-hardcore and alternative metal

 "...Ale tonight I am a happy man!!!..."

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 The best way to listen to "Meantime" is to place yourself right in the middle of two monolithic three-way JBL speakers and let the amplifier levels spill into the red.

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 The musical encoding of the concept of powerless rage is "Strap it On" by Helmet.

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