The debut full-length studio album by American Heavy Metal band.
The band of W.A.S.P. former guitarist Randy Piper. It was in 1988 that the idea for Animal first crawled to the surface, then for one reason or another, nothing ever became of it.
Of course, the band's name comes off the most controversial 80s Metal song issued. "Animal (F**k Like A Beast)" marked W.A.S.P.'s risky (and eventually successful) affair with fame and fortune. Now, the title steps in for this newly formed act driven by ex-W.A.S.P. guitarist, credited in the Shock' Rock masters' first two colossal albums, "W.A.S.P." (1984) and "The Last Command" (1985).
One consolation at least for Randy, his leaving came at the right time as W.A.S.P. went on to create the weakest album of their prime, and have never really rivalled the intensity of the two guitar attack, in spite of Lawless' taking over. Now here's the irony of it all. Not only does he emerge from relative obscurity that even went so far as to include a rumour of his death a few years ago, but no, not only does Piper come back, he's brought two old W.A.S.P. buddies with him for what is essentially the blood and guts core group of their early '80s heyday.
So instantaneously, through Animal, W.A.S.P. fans from the very beginning have what they've been waiting for, with the one notable exception of course. This record smashes and scatters the remains of today's tough guy acts. Some good riffing here and there, some interesting leads and - overall - the same-titled tune itself are the 'pros' of Animal's debut creation. "900 Lb. Steam" sees another target group needed for Randy Piper. This is clear. If you're not that bored after the music over, maybe it's this style you like from now on!
Perris Records, 2002 (PER 01222). Made in USA.
Tracklist:
1. 900 Lb. Steam 4:06
2. Pissed Off 3:57
3. Dog Food 5:04
4. Never 5:37
5. Another Victim 6:05
6. Feeling Nowhere 5:10
7. Medicine Man 6:02
8. Talk Too Much 4:52
9. Hunting Season 3:55 Total playing time: 44:50 min.
The debut full-length studio album by American Heavy Metal band.
The band of W.A.S.P. former guitarist Randy Piper. It was in 1988 that the idea for Animal first crawled to the surface, then for one reason or another, nothing ever became of it.
Of course, the band's name comes off the most con..
The third full-length studio album by American Heavy Metal band.
The project of ex- W.A.S.P. founding guitarist Randy Piper.
Randy was a partner to two great releases by W.A.S.P., their first self-titled, "W.A.S.P.", and the amazing 1985 "The Last Command" albums. After Randy’s departure from W.A.S.P. back in 1986 and a little bit of work with Alice Cooper, two years later he formed Animal, tending to re-ignite the 80s ideals and recreate the feeling of W.A.S.P. The thing that is a bit unfortunate is that the first release to surface by Animal was in the year 2002, 14 years after the band’s formation. While forming the band, Randy took the great vocalist, Rich Lewis, who displays great vocal ability and resembles Blackie Lawless’ vocal line and style but with less raspy edges.
"Virus" displays a great sound production with a lot of strength and power. The sound can be almost immediately recognized as a W.A.S.P. influenced 80s and 90s sound. However, the guitars are heavier and the vocals a bit more melodic. Yet, Randy tried to add some elements of his own with some great riffs and amazing solos.
Also, the album includes a cover song of The Cranberries' “Zombie”. Here, Animal do a great job of making a low tempo song into something more energetic and melodic under Rich Lewis’s great vocals.
Randy Piper continues, by Animal, some of W.A.S.P.'s older tradition but with his share of ability and experience. Animal takes on the Heavy Metal approach and brings back the classic era when many youths were influenced by Heavy Metal and in glory was for everyone. "Virus" is an example of a great work by a man of great talent. An excellent album, that rocks, and it's highly recommended for melodic Heavy Metal fans!
Locomotive Records, 2008 (LM677). Bootlegged replica.
Tracklist:
1. Cardiac Arrest 4:12
2. Can't Stop 5:01
3. Don't Wanna Die 3:46
4. Crying Eagle 3:26
5. Unnatural High 3:48
6. Judgement Day 3:55
7. Who's Next 3:01
8. Zombie (The Cranberries cover) 3:36
9. Shoot To Kill 3:24
10. L.U.S.T. 4:16 Total playing time: 38:25 min.
The third full-length studio album by American Heavy Metal band.
The project of ex- W.A.S.P. founding guitarist Randy Piper.
Randy was a partner to two great releases by W.A.S.P., their first self-titled, "W.A.S.P.", and the amazing 1985 "The Last Command" albums. After Randy&r..