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The third full-length album by Italian Gothic/Progressive Metal band.
Hailing from Brescia, Italy, long running Epic/Progressive Metal band Tragodia strikes back with it's 3rd full-length album, a brand new episode of challenging musicianship.
Hitting harder than on the very well-received "Theomachy", released in 2012, on "Mythmaker" the band embarks on an exciting trip into the realms of Epic, merging the most diverse musical influences in what sounds like a companion to modern Heavy Metal. Building on classic Metal twin guitars attack and relentlessly pounding rhythmic structures, as well on a vocally inspired performance and haunting almost Space Rock-driven melodies, Tragodia crafts its most convincing opus so far.
"Mythmaker", contains almost all of the great qualities of such an album: it's heavy, it's melodic, it's progressive, it's catchy, it's heavy, it's groovy. Heavy. It is by no means calm and Jazzy, such as some of the work from the penultimate Dream Theater. In the mixing, the heavily over-driven guitars, and the drums, are at the forefront, adding vertebrae to the heavyweight backbone that drives this album.
Step forward into the realms of obscure myths and shining musical heights, follow the path of the Mythmaker!!
Kolony Records, 2013 (KR016CDL). Made in Italy. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Cry Among The Stars 
2. The Oracle And The Muse
3. A Temple In Time
4. Wisdom In The Meadows Of Sorrow 
5. Tidal Waves Of Greatness
6. Once In Arcadia
7. The Stone And The Idol
8. Born Under Niobe
9. Mythmaker
10. The Weeping Rock Of Seriphus 
11. Downfall Of The Ancients (2013)
Total playing time: 40:56


Samples: http://www.last.fm

Third full-length album by Norwegian Symphonic Gothic/Black Metal band.
The previous TRAIL OF TEARS album "Profoundemonium" was accompanied by much negativity, with female vocalist Helena Iren Michaelsen as the centre of these disturbances. Now they are back with a vengeance, having found Cathrine Paulsen to take care of the vocal duties along with Ronny Thorsen. The result has been called "A New Dimension Of Might". And result sounds angry! Compared to their previous album they have gained a lot of aggression in their music, sometimes sounding more like Black Metal than their previous Dark Gothic Metal categorisation. However, they have not entirely thrown away their old concepts, but rather added a new twist to their sound. And hey, it worked!
"A New Dimension Of Might" is best described as a perfect equilibrium between Dark Gothic Beauty and Black Metal aggression. This record is one of the most pleasant surprises of the 2002 Metal year!
Napalm Records, 2002 (NPR 108). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:
1. Ecstatic 05:49
2. A Fate Sealed In Red 06:11
3. Crashing Down 04:24
4. Obedience In The Absence Of Logic 06:37
5. Liquid View 06:21
6. Denial And Pride 04:09
7. The Call Of Lust 05:29
8. Splendid Coma Visions 03:35
9. Bloodred Trance 07:18
Total playing time: 49:53

Debut full-length album by Spanish Thrash Metal band.
Trio from the Balearic Islands, more precisely from the city of Palma de Mallorca. A band that has been playing an energetic and elaborate classic Thrash Metal, strongly influenced by the sound of the old Metallica, Overkill, old Megadetu, Testament, Heathen and the essence of the San Francisco Bay Area scene, plus some elements of European Thrash Metal in the vein of Kreator.
The influence of the band by Lars Ulrich and James Hetfield overflies from time to time, so no surprise when that Trallery began his career as a Metallica tribute band, which played under the name of White Shadow.
Beautiful harmonies and guitar solos by Biel Gayà that remind a little of Megadeth's "Rust in Peace" golden era combined with catchy riffs from the Bay Area's school, combining acute yells with rotten voices, noticing the influence of the current sound of Kreator. Interesting marshes and changes of rhythm, where the drummer Sebas Barceló shines, various technical shades. Catchy, melodic stuff, with Heavy Metal vibe, with memorable backing vocals and slow passages of very good musical taste.
Trallery has a promising career ahead, besides his debut with this exceptional "Catalepsy", they was the Spanish representatives in the of the Wacken Open Air festival in Germany, after winning in their country the "Metal Battle Spain 2013". If you like good classic Thrash Metal, do not miss this album!!
Xtreem Records, 2013 (XM 127 CD). Made in Spain.


Tracklist:
1. Collateral Damage     5:02 
2. Pluralized Chaos     2:48 
3. White Shadow     5:49 
4. Catalepsy     4:56 
5. Assassin Introspection     2:16
6. Disease     4:18 
7. Dissipated By Oblivion     5:11 
8. In The Wings Of The Night     4:52 
9. The Secret Trial     3:03 
10. Path Of Life     7:14
Total playing time: 45:29


Samples:  http://trallery.bandcamp.com

The debut full-length album by Italian Thrash Metal band.
Modern Thrash Metal to the American way, with studied melodies and Groove to burn.
The band was born in 2008 and create an original and personal sound that they called “Stun Metal”.
Tony De Marco utilizes a fairly harsh vocal style, somewhere in between the typical Thrash vocals and a Death growl, but not quite one or the other. On a couple of songs (most notably the opener), he makes a sort of grunt sound at the end of sentences, similar to what Disturbed frontman David Draiman often does, which adds a bit of fun and energy. He even does clean vocals once in a while, and he’s surprisingly good at them.
The album was welcomed with great enthusiasm by most critics in the European Metal industry and declared as one of the best Metal albums of 2012.
New take on Thrash Metal with aggressive duality to the vocals, some blast beats and some serious Groove. Those who enjoy this slower, more crushing kind of Thrash Metal could find some enjoyment here!
SG Records, 2012 (SGCD048). Made in Italy. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Dust 00:57 
2. 1936 06:27 
3. Earth Attack 02:42 
4. World of Fashion 05:15 
5. Morrow 05:46 
6. Face to Face 07:53 
7. Deep Forest Night 07:33 
8. Blood Buster 05:31 
9. Bad News, Good Stuff 00:51 
10. Scoop! 05:56 
11. Enigma 09:02 
Total playing time: 57:53 min.

Debut album by Symphonic Folk Viking Metal band from Russia.
In their works the musicians often use elements of Finnish dance humppa (a kind of variety of polka) played on the accordion (the band line-up includes accordionist). The band has already managed to play at the same stage with such bands as: Kivimetsan Druidi, Moonsorrow, Korpiklaani, Norther, Arkona, Troll Gnet El, North Gate, Nevid and many others.
Stygian Crypt Productions, 2010 (SCP 056)


Tracklist:
1.Entering the Lands 01:35
2.Gunbjorn (Birth of Skerriz) 06:34
3.Against the Winds 08:40
4.Born Under Sign 03:38
5.Metsanhumppa 04:07
6.At The Last 04:39
7.Sudden Arise 05:08
8.From the Seas 05:16
9.Spellful Cup 03:33
10.Tale of the Immortals 09:10
11.Birth of Skerriz 07:57
Total playing time: 60:17 

Debut album by Symphonic Folk Viking Metal band from Russia.
In their works the musicians often use elements of Finnish dance humppa (a kind of variety of polka) played on the accordion (the band line-up includes accordionist). The band has already managed to play at the same stage with such bands as: Kivimetsan Druidi, Moonsorrow, Korpiklaani, Norther, Arkona, Troll Gnet El, North Gate, Nevid and many others.
Perechrestok Records, 2010 (PR 32 CD)


Tracklist:
1.Entering the Lands 01:35
2.Gunbjorn (Birth of Skerriz) 06:34
3.Against the Winds 08:40
4.Born Under Sign 03:38
5.Metsanhumppa 04:07
6.At The Last 04:39
7.Sudden Arise 05:08
8.From the Seas 05:16
9.Spellful Cup 03:33
10.Tale of the Immortals 09:10
11.Birth of Skerriz 07:57
Total playing time: 60:17 

Intense Progressive Metal with nods to Slayer and Opeth.
Their debut album has some nice surprises, like the epic "Purgatory," which spotlights drummer James (all the Triplever boys are uni-monikered) as their secret weapon.
Crush Music/Vibe Merchant Records, 2006


Tracklist:
1. Bloodshed 03:58
2. Purgatory 06:39
3. Beyond The Grave 04:30
4. A Better Way To Die 04:15
5. Wasted 03:41
6. Militia 03:41
7. Jackhammer 03:37
8. Punk With A Gun 03:29
9. Merchants Of Chaos 04:41
10. Firebomb 04:18
11. Without Warning 05:22
12. Nameless 05:06
13. Aftermath 02:19
Total playing time: 55:36 min.

The sixth full-length album by the cult American Metalcore band.
With this album, Trivium opted to go for a more direct, stripped down approach. Some people find David Draiman’s influence on the album to be disturbing (that pun was worth it), however, the big picture is Draiman did a damn good job with the production of this album and he really helped Matt Heafy improve his vocals and as a result, there is more singing on this record than the previous Trivium records.
The actual album aims to appeal to a wider range of people, yet it’s not a sellout by any means. Trivium is a risk-taking band; they experiment with their sound and deliver a unique experience with each new album. People complain that this one sounds strangely like Disturbed meets Trivium, but in real it does have a more Alternative Metal approach in some of the riffing, but at the core of the sound, it’s still 100% Trivium. Tracks like “Strife” and “No Way to Heal” are classic Trivium songs all the way while “Brave This Storm” and the title track have that Alternative Metal vibe mixed in with Trivium’s sound.
Leads and solos are very well done and very effective. In fact, “Strife” and “No Way to Heal” have some killer lead guitar parts and feature some of the album’s best solos. “Wake” is a great ending to the album and showcases Matt’s lower vocal range. That being said there are some fantastic standout tracks to be found here. “Strife” is a fantastic song and it’s amazing live! “No Way to Heal” is the heaviest song on the record by far and would be a great live song. “Wake (The End is Nigh)” is an amazing closer and it shows musical growth for the band.
The riffs may not be as complex as they once were and Matt may not be screaming as much as before, but everything that made it onto this record is strong, quality material. And while this does sound like Trivium meets Disturbed, everything on this record is still way more complex than Disturbed has ever been. If you enjoyed "In Waves", then you’ll likely enjoy this album!
It is the last album to feature second drummer Nick Augusto before he had departed from the band in May 2014.
The album debuted at No. 27 on the Billboard 200 albums chart on its release, selling 15 000 copies in the United States in its first week. It also debuted at No. 6 on Billboard's Top Rock Albums, and No. 2 on Hard Rock Albums. The album has sold 69 000 copies in the United States as of September 2015.
Roadrunner Records/Warner Music Australia, 2013 (1686176012). Made in Australia. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Brave This Storm 4:29
2. Vengeance Falls 4:14
3. Strife 4:29
4. No Way To Heal 4:05
5. To Believe 4:33
6. At The End Of This War 4:48
7. Through Blood And Dirt And Bone 4:26
8. Villainy Thrives 4:55
9. Incineration: The Broken World 5:52
10. Wake [The End Is Nigh] 5:58
Total playing time: 47:51 min.

The second full-length studio album by cult American Metalcore band.
The first Trivium album to feature guitarist Corey Beaulieu and bassist Paolo Gregoletto.
Melodic and catchy metalcore, probably one of the best Metal albums of this generation, "Ascendancy" is near masterpiece, with every song being well written and executed. Trivium manages to take Metalcore and infuse Thrash elements along with Death Metal, making them stand atop the Metalcore mountain. The catchy choruses and the awesome drumming in this album, every track makes you sing and headbang the whole ride through.
The music video for "Like Light to the Flies" debuted at MTV2's Headbangers Ball on September 25, 2004 and features the original demo of the song, which was included on the MTV compilation album Headbangers Ball Volume 2. Likewise, demos of songs "The Deceived" and "Blinding Tears Will Break the Skies" were included on the re-release of Trivium's debut album Ember to Inferno, nearly a year before "Ascendancy" was released.
Since its release, "Ascendancy" has sold over 500 000 copies worldwide. In the U.S., the album peaked at No. 151 on the Billboard 200 and at No. 4 on the Top Heatseekers charts, and has sold over 140 000 units. In the UK, it peaked at No. 79, and shipped over 100 000 copies, attaining Gold status, without entering the UK top 75.
Classic of the 2000s American metal scene. One of the greatest Metalcore albums ever!
Roadrunner Record, 2005 (RR 8251-2). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:
1. The End of Everything 1:20
2. Rain 4:11
3. Pull Harder On The Strings Of Your Martyr 4:51
4. Drowned And Torn Asunder 4:17
5. Ascendancy 4:25
6. A Gunshot To The Head Of Trepidation 5:55
7. Like Light To The Flies 5:40
8. Dying In Your Arms 2:53
9. The Deceived 5:11
10. Suffocating Sight 3:47
11. Departure 5:41
12. Declaration 7:00
Total playing time: 55:18 min.

The fourth full-length studio album by cult American Metalcore band.
The last release to feature original drummer Travis Smith. 
"Shogun" largely features a continuation of the band playing Thrash Metal, Metalcore, and Progressive Metal, the latter exhibited by technical instrumentation and longer song lengths. It sees a prominent return of Matt Heafy's screaming vocals, which were a rare occurrence on "The Crusade". The album is also the band's first to produced by Nick Raskulinecz. "Shogun" heavily features 7-string guitars and 5-string bass guitars, which had been used sparingly on "The Crusade". The band did not want to make an album where all songs had the same singing style, like in "The Crusade", and decided to just let their music flow naturally and unbiased. Unlike "The Crusade", which had some songs focusing on famous and controversial murders/crimes, this album has a few songs that deal with ancient Japanese military customs and several regarding Greek mythology, some serving as metaphors to be interpreted by the listener. With a duration of over 11 minutes, the album's title track is the longest Trivium have ever recorded.
"Shogun" is easily Trivium's most challenging and ambitious album yet, and it was clearly the album Trivium had to make in order to get unduly prejudiced metalheads off their backs and finally silence undue suspicions over their abundant talent and devotion to Heavy Metal.
Since its release, "Shogun" has sold over 300 000 copies worldwide. In the United States in its first week of release sold 24 000 copies and debuted at number 23 on the Billboard 200 chart, and the top 100 in 18 other countries, including number 6 on the Japanese international charts, number 4 on the Canadian Hard Rock Charts, number 1 on the UK Rock charts and number 4 on the Australian charts. As of March 2009, the album has sold around 70 000 copies in the United States since its late September release.
Roadrunner Record, 2008 (RR 7985-2). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:
1. Kirisute Gomen 6:27
2. Torn Between Scylla And Charybdis 6:49
3. Down From The Sky 5:34
4. Into The Mouth Of Hell We March 5:52
5. Throes Of Perdition 5:54
6. Insurrection 4:57
7. The Calamity 4:58
8. He Who Spawned The Furies 4:07
9. Of Prometheus And The Crucifix 4:40
10. Like Callisto To A Star In Heaven 5:25
11. Shogun 11:54
Total playing time: 66:39 min.

The third full-length studio album by cult American Heavy/Thrash Metal band.
The album represents a drastic change in style from their previous album, "Ascendancy", abandoning the Metalcore genre and featuring a style described generally as Thrash Metal, along with Progressive Metal and Speed metal. Accordingly, vocalist and guitarist Matt Heafy sings with primarily 'clean' vocals throughout "The Crusade", rather than utilizing the 'screaming' style heard on "Ascendancy".
Upon listening to Trivium's "The Crusade" for the first time, it seems remarkable that this is the same band that recorded "Ember To Inferno" a scant three years ago. While last year's "Ascendancy" hinted at what was to come, it still doesn't prepare the listener properly. Sure, early Metallica are an influence on Trivium (the Metallica who released "Ride The Lightning" and "Master Of Puppets", not the current incarnation who left those guys in the dust to become a respectable Rock band). Though it's made and listened to primarily by the young, as a genre, Metal has grown up and become far more sophisticated than it's given credit for. If anything, it's the only place in Rock & Roll music where innovation and creativity are flourishing because other than electricity and volume, there are no rules; the musicianship is top-notch, the writing gets better all the time, and production techniques are not the focus, music is. And Trivium's "The Crusade" is a perfect example of what's possible!
"The Crusade" peaked at number 7 in the United Kingdom and was later certified Silver in for sales in excess of 60 000 copies. In the United States, the album debuted at No. 25 on the Billboard 200 albums chart on its release, selling 31 000 copies in the US in its first week. It has sold over 100 000 copies in the United States.
Roadrunner Record, 2006 (RR 8059-2). Made in Germany.


Tracklist:
1. Ignition 3:54
2. Detonation 4:28
3. Entrance Of The Conflageration 4:35
4. Anthem (We Are The Fire) 4:03
5. Unrepentant 4:51
6. And Sadness Will Sear 3:34
7. Becoming The Dragon 4:43
8. To The Rats 3:42
9. This World Can't Tear Us Apart 3:30
10. Tread The Floods 3:33
11. Contempt Breeds Contamination 4:28
12. The Rising 3:45
13. The Crusade 8:19
Total playing time: 57:25 min.

Re-release of the fifth full-length album by Czech Pagan Black Metal band.
Crushing Forest Pagan Black Metal with Folk undertones. Trollech have been around for over ten years. "Jasmuz" is a very solid release that features every single element that makes a great Pagan Metal album. However, it’s an extra element in this release that made us deduct several points from our score, some terrible vocals that sound like a troll being raped by a bear, or something like that. In the first song “Moudrost Kovare” they stick out like a sweater on the beach). And most people will stop listening to this album after they hear them.
However, we managed to pull through the first song that has these terrible ‘sounds’ (will not even consider them vocals), and we found eight very well crafted songs that put together a brilliant album in “Jasmuz”. All the elements we can expect from a Pagan Metal release are here, the fast-paced Black Metal like riffing and restless drumming, the use of several vocal styles (from growls to shrieks to clean vocals, to the annoying ‘sound’), and the use of acoustic Folk-ish passages to adorn some parts of the songs.
Good thing the annoying sound is not used too much in this release and we are left with very well composed songs that feature a wide variety of styles mixed within them, but never loosing Trollech’s core Black Metal sound. The guitar riffs are very diverse something standard in catchy Pagan Metal releases, the solos are also very good and give the music that extra melodic aspect when used.
The drumming is very fast-paced and it never gets dull, something we find hard to get with Pagan Metal releases that turn into snore-fests after a few songs.
The overall production of “Jasmuz” is top notch, allowing all instruments to sound greatly and the melody of the music is easily identified, even on the chaotic sections.
With all the lyrics in Czech, we have no idea what Trollech is really talking about, but with their good music, who cares! If you are looking for a new Pagan Metal band to add to your constant rotation of bands, look no further and give Trollech a chance!
Hides your kids, hide your wives!!
South American release features demo 1999 ad a bonus.
MSR Productions, 2010/2013 (MSR - 011). Made in Argentina.


Tracklist:
1. Moudrost Kováře
2. Královský Jezdec
3. Podkovy
4. Brnění
5. Strom Koloběhu
6. Do Vězení
7. Osvobození
8. Jasmuz Už Spí
Bonus Tracks (Dech Pohanských Větrů):
9. Introllech
10. Opět Vidím Lodě
11. Lesem S Jarním úsvitem
12. Píseň Pro Zemi V Lůně Starého Kontinentu
13. Hagalaz R
14. I See The Ships Again
Total playing time: 66:44


Samples: http://www.last.fm

Brutal Death Metal from Chicago (USA)
Chaotic riffage and diarrhea inducing brutality; this merciless assault will leave your brain cringing for more! Truculency will pound your face with devastating riffs and relentless blast beats. Seamlessly flowing from insane technicality to ball crushing brutality, their debut album "Eviscerate the Paraplegic" is sure to wrench up your mind with its technical brutal madness. For fans of Spawn of Possession, Deeds of Flesh, Condemned and Origin.
Amputated Vein Records, 2009 (AVR028)


Tracklist:
1.Eviscerate the Paraplegic 03:31
2.Presage of the Troglodytic C-Section 06:02
3.Abhorrent Asphyxiation 04:12
4.Fecal Covered Christ 05:39
5.Intensive Fetal Desecration 03:23
6.Coagulation of Engorged Seminal Fluids 04:57
7.The Derivative 03:10
8.Deformation of the Virgin Mary 02:36
9.Scattered and Splattered 01:49

The debut and only full-length studio album by Russian-American Melodic Hard Rock/Heavy Metal band.
The project of vocalist Arthur Berkut (ex- Autograph, Aria, etc.) and guitarist Maverick (ex-Aria).
Arthur Mikheev graduated from Moscow Gnessin Musical College as vocalist. In the early 1980s, he participated in the cover band Magic Twilight, led by Vitaliy Dubinin and Vladimir Holstinin, who later formed Aria. After a few years, he was invited to join Autograph, already a popular Rock band in Soviet Union, to replace its former vocalist. Since 1984, Arthur has performed under his stage name, "Berkut". Together with Autograph, Berkut toured over the USA in 1989. However, in 1990, during the tour, Autograph was disbanded. Berkut remained in the USA and tried himself in different projects. In 1997, Arthur returned to Russia. After returning, he involves Sergey "Maverick" Mavrin (Showtime, ex- Aria, ex- Kipelov) and two musicians from US band Siberian to create his new project called Tsar (TSAR = Tim, Sergey, Arthur, Rob).
The album includes well-arranged and performed songs with good vocals, which highly recommended for fans of Scorpions and Melodic Metal in general!
Skycastle Records, 1995/2010. Unofficial re-press. An exact replica of original USA release.


Tracklist:
1. Loving You 4:53
2. Loser 4:11
3. Dancing On The Rain 5:23
4. I Feel Fire 3:59
5. Pull The Trigger 4:32
6. To The River 3:09
7. Slow Down 4:11
8. No More Lies 4:05
Total playing time: 34:27 min.

dark ambient metal from Russia
Wroth Emitter Prods., 2008 (W.E. 019)


Tracklist:
01. Человек и Дьявол (08:42)
02. Люди с синей кармой (04:26)
03. Ленин (06:37)
04. Шепот зарытых сердец (11:51)
05. Ледяные цветы (08:47)
06. Как млечный путь... (04:35)
07. Звезда Полынь (11:11)

First re-release of the first full-length studio album by Italian Death Metal/Grindcore band.
Old-school Metal, mixed with some Punk influences.
The massive brutality, inner beast trying to take out the world in his own hands... 20 songs that carry away all the melancholy, turning it into apathy…
Guest vocals by Jason Netherton (ex-Dying Fetus, Misery Index).
Great grindcore with Death Metal elements and some Grooves!
Recommended for fans of Asum, Rotten Sound and Antigama!!
Re-edition includes three bonus tracks.
Eclectic Productions, 2012/2013 (EP027). Made in Ukraine.


Tracklist:
1. Matricidio 1:26
2. Cicatrici 1:27
3. Vermi 1:24
4. L'odio 1:34
5. Nel Bene Nel Male 1:42
6. Come Pensi Cosi Sarai 2:11
7. A-Narcogrind 0:16
8. Non Trovo Pace (Sessossessione) 1:16
9. Terapia D'urto 1:33
10. Reminiscenza 2:27
11. Fellatiocrazia 1:23
12. La Quiete E La Tempesta 2:27
13. Salt Mine (Assück Cover) 1:06
14. T.V. (Tara Volontà) 0:49
15. Un Nuovo Taglio 0:14
16. Avvezzamento Ciclico 3:08
17. Storm Of Stress (Terrorizer Cover) 1:23
18. Furia Procace 0:42
19. Riflessi D'evidenza 2:10
20. Colto Da Disperazione 4:48
21. La Fila 1:41
22. Un Brutto Sogno 1:14
23. Nebba 1:31
Total playing time: 37:52 min.

progressive folk metal from Russia
Wroth Emitter Records, 2008 (W.E. 018)


Tracklist:
1.A Bottom 02:43
2.Kochevonov Pljas 05:03
3.As There Was A Morning Early... 03:59
4.Within The Soul Of Autumn (Korozy cover) 05:30
5.There, Where Lived Sviristeli (Version 2007) 05:31
6.Yavir (Videoclip) 04:48

The debut full-length studio album by Italian Heavy Metal band.
Traditional Heavy Metal with Power Metal influences for all fans of genres.
My Graveyard Productions, 2012 (MGP-095). Made in Italy. First press.


Tracklist:
1. Int(r)o The Arborean World 2:21
2. The Hunt Is Starting Now 5:03
3. The Ancient Story 5:54
4. Cenere E Ossa (Monaco Nero) 5:00
5. Bounty Hunter 6:05
6. Turbo Dinosaur 4:46
7. Fear, Chains, Power 5:48
8. Dangerous Woman 4:34
9. Wild Future 4:17
Total playing time: 43:51 min.



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Remastered re-release of the eighth full-length album by the cult Polish Heavy/Thrash Metal band.
Turbo is one of the most underrated bands ever. Even though most Metal fans are probably unfamiliar with them, Turbo has actually been an active force in the Polish Metal scene over the last twenty years. The band's style of bloodthirsty Thrash was made famous throughout Poland until the early nineties when Turbo mysteriously decided to call it quits. Turbo have released seven albums between 1980 and 1991 before disappearing in the mists of time. Especially their early to middle era is said to have been excellent. After a near decade of hiatus, Turbo reunited, but with a slight change under their belts. The band's first record since their reunion was "Awatar", which seemed great at first for all those that supported them, but hardcore fans of the band were surprised by Turbo's decision to substitute Thrash for their main inspiration: Traditional Heavy Metal.
Turbo decided to abandon most of their Thrash elements by switching to a Traditional Metal sound on "Awatar", and it was a successful transition. To describe "Awatar" is no easy task for sure, because the gentlemen from Poland try to elude categorization. What the whole album is featuring are pretty modern sounding guitars, sometimes even down-tuned a little. The whole endeavor sounds quite modern, but without trying to emulate the successful Nu Metal-formula. Modern Thrash is the label that could best be attached to the quartet, but still doesn't fully fit, because Turbo still are more variable than most bands of that style. 
The overall music isn't as fast as some of Turbo's previous material, but most of the songs manage to sound enjoyably heavy. The riffing is focused around Turbo's native style of Heavy Metal with small touches of Prog and Thrash. Fans of Thrash will probably enjoy the middle of "Spectre in the Opera" when Turbo launches a monster Thrash riff that has Slayer worship written all over it. This is, however, one of the few examples of Thrash on this album; there are small portions of Thrash riffing throughout the course of this album, but most of the featured guitar work resembles Turbo's Traditional Metal roots the most.
Album have the quite variable song-writing and some good vocal-lines, which fit the material very well, Grzegorz Kupczyk has a really good voice. He has fantastic singing voice that he applies a majority of the time.
There are two versions of album available - with Polish lyrics and with English lyrics. Also the guitar mix differs between the editions. This CD is a version with Polish lyrics.
Even though this isn't the best offering this band has done, "Awatar" is still a decent record with some great qualities. Highly recommended to check this one out if you like Traditional Metal or have had previous experiences with Turbo!!
Digitally 24-Bit remastered re-edition includes 7 bonus tracks!
Metal Mind Productions, 2001/2009 (MMP CD 0632 DG). Made in Poland.


Tracklist:
1. Armia     4:27
2. Upiór W Operze     5:46
3. Sen     4:31
4. Granica     4:34
5. Lsd     5:29
6. Katatonia     5:25
7. Awatar     5:13
8. Embrion     5:09
9. Fałsz     4:56
Bonus Tracks:
10. Burn (cover Deep Purple)    4:27
11. Lęk     4:43    
12. When A Blind Man Cries     3:40 
13. Neon Knights (cover Black Sabbath)    3:48
14. Lęk [Electric Version]     3:47     
15. Bramy Galaktyk     4:14
16. Dream     4:30
Total playing time: 74:39


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Remastered re-release of the seventh full-length album by the cult Polish Heavy/Thrash Metal band.
Originally released in 1992, "One Way" is now remastered in a limited-edition digipack from Poland's Metal Mind Productions - complete with bonus tracks and an alternate track listing.
This stuff is totally impressive, timeless; you will believe it was recorded way back in 1985-86. This overwhelming brutality was pretty impossible to find on most of Thrash albums of the 90’s. While everybody else was becoming mellow and decadent, these guys brought back the adorable sonic bestiality, evil imagery and genuine spirit of the subgenre. Numbers like “Regression” or “End User” make it clear: there’s no time for sophistication and melody, just aggression and velocity. Huge riffs that might not be the most elaborated and spectacular, define a very harsh sound that achieves a level of intensity and roughness that could make Sodom and Kreator feel quite jealous.
With roots stemming back to 1980, Turbo apparently opted for a more modern and brutal sound on "One Way", but it all comes off as pretty old school to ears. Based on the cover and song titles ("Regression", "Blasphemy", "Scum", "Mental Alienation", "Disaster Area"), you know what you're getting with this reissue!
Turbo were the leaders of their country underground movement, with all honours as records like this prove. That’s the way pure Thrash used to be in the good old times!!
This CD preserves that moment of glory they once reached, don’t hesitate to check it out.
Digitally 24-Bit remastered re-edition includes 2 bonus tracks!
Metal Mind Productions, 1992/2000/2009 (MMP CD 0631 DG). Made in Poland.


Tracklist:
1. Introduction     1:50 
2. End User     3:49 
3. Regression     3:41
4. Mental Alienation     3:57 
5. Blasphemy     4:11
6. Refuse To Live     5:37 
7. One Way     4:41 
8. Forgetfulness     4:57
9. The Viper     4:19 
10. Scum     5:36 
11. Disaster Area     4:43
Total playing time: 47:21