Metal Inquisitor - Doomsday For The Heretic |
Published Jan. 05 2007
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Recall The Heretic Past (Intro) |
| Genre | Traditional Metal |
El Rojo
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Vocals
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| Tracks | 12 |
Blumi
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Guitar
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| Runningtime | 53 Min. |
T.P.
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Guitar
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| Label | Hellion Records |
Dutch G.
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Bass
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| Release | 10 Nov. 2005 |
Havoc
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Drums
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| Country | Germany |
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Keyboard
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| Similar artists | Overkill, Wolf, Bloodbound, Judas Priest | ||
Metal Inquistor - the dukes of wrath - formed in 1998 with the soul intention of wreaking classic metal havoc. Their debut release The Apparitian genuinely reflects everything a parishioner kneeling at the altar of metal would praise and worship. Song's such as Run For Your Life, Zombie Driver, and Daze Of Avalon recall the hierachical past; embracing everything I love about metal. After shopping their Resistance Is Futile demo, Hellion Records signed them and in November 2005, the hard rocking bad boys pleased our senses with Doomsday For The Heretic. I only recently realized the talent that is Metal Inquisitor, for this I am forever grateful. These midnight riders of doom play pure 80's metal with hints of thrash. It is no surprise that Blumi also plays guitar for those infamous retro-lords - Metalucifer. Those Japanese tyrant reign, and honour their Sabbat with obeisance to all things old school; because, old is cool!
Metal Inquisitor remind me of the glorious early 80's listening to Metallica and discovering their influences, like Blitzkrieg, Diamond Head, Tygers Of Pan Tang, Sweet Savage, Angel Witch, Motorhead, and of course, Iron Maiden. Metal Inquisitor stare straight into the eye of the storm, open fire, and let it loose; obviously , being influenced by these NWOBHM bands as well. I also hear homage and a sycophantic fantaticism for Saxon, Exciter, Judas Priest, and Dio when he sang for both Sabbath and Rainbow. The twin axe attack of Blumi and T.P. is relentless with sedulous soloing. El Rojo the vocalist has an awesome range combining Joe Lynn Turner with Bobby Blitz and perhaps Biff Byford. Many of these NWOBHM bands still exist today; attempting to recapture their faded glory. They all pale by comparison to what Metal Inquisitor has achieved with their sound. Be weary of pretenders to the throne, who would have you ruin your life.
Metal Inquisitor, like Wolf, Bloodbound, and Destillery taste revenge by diligently upholding their roots. I would also clarify that the legionaires - Metal Inquisitor have been spoonfed chunks of Raven, Anvil, Riot, and Mercyful Fate; while tapping the veins of bloody speed merchants and thrash hessions. Restricted Agony aggregates toward Hammerhead by Overkill, with a touch of Lifeless Zone by the Accused. The wrecking crucial - Thane Of Cowder has 80's erea Metal Blade inscribed in the escutcheon. M4 A1 carries the catchy hook of Whiplash's Atlanta Is Burning Down, and to a certain extent Easy Prey by Predator. These hell star chasers get down and gaze into the the stained class electric eye of Judas Priest, by covering Invader and misappropriating many a riff for Midnight Riders.
Metal Inquisitor, therefore, play true metal from the heart. These Teutonic steel warriors don't deny their rock influences, either; as Bad Boys Hard Rock Police is pure AC/DC, dangerously toying with dear old D.A.D. These adulates also appreciate quality Sci-Fi epics from the 70's, even writing about Logan's Run. The only other band who did this, for which I'm aware, is Milan, Italy's Mesmerized. I'm not sure why the limey bastards of war chose cheesy pseudonyms; perhaps to add an air of mystery, or just maintain that 80's feel; either way, the music is superb, the production top-notch and concise; and the music is smoking hot and kills 'em all!
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8 chalices of 10 - Michael the MettleAngel |
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