Wild Dogs

The Profile

American heavy metal band from Portland, Oregon. Best known (in the DeBaser review) for the 1987 album Reign Of Terror, a record praised for its mix of classic heavy, hard rock and speed/thrash elements and for the performances of Michael Furlong (vocals) and drummer Deen Castronovo.

The 1987 album Reign Of Terror is highlighted in DeBaser as an overlooked masterpiece. Deen Castronovo, who played on that record, later collaborated with artists including Steve Vai, Ozzy Osbourne, Ted Nugent and Journey. The band experienced reunions (a 1998 reunion with a renewed lineup is mentioned in the review) and periods of inactivity.

DeBaser's review praises Wild Dogs' 1987 album Reign Of Terror as an overlooked American heavy metal milestone. The record mixes classic heavy and hard rock with speed/thrash elements, highlighted by Deen Castronovo's drumming and strong songwriting. Review emphasizes the album's epic atmosphere and the band's subsequent decline into obscurity despite occasional reunions.