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Day: October 9, 2021

THE END MACHINE – Phase 2

October 9, 2021 /

According to George Lynch, this is an intentional return to the original Dokken sound – just without Don Dokken on vocals. The vocals are handled by Robert Mason who (just to confuse you) was the vocalist in Lynch Mob. So why not call it Lynch Mob I hear you ask? Well, with the BLM movement so very prominent around the world, George thought it would be disrespectful to use that has a band name again.

I’m not sure what Don made of this album and the one before, but the music on offer here is way better than anything Dokken have put out since Under Lock And Key. There is not a bad song on this album, and Robert Mason is a great vocalist – plus with Jeff Pilson doing harmonies, it’s a sure fire winner. I’m a big fan of George Lynch and he does not disappoint on this album, his playing and tone just hits the spot for me. There are so many great tracks on this album, We Walk Alone, Dark Divide, Shine Your Light, and the totally awesome Devil’s Playground.

If you were a Dokken fan, or just love great melodic rock, you should really own this record.

10/10 from The Grooveman.

EXODUS – Fabulous Disaster

October 9, 2021 /

This is the band’s third album released in ’89, and to me, they should be in “the big four” and not Slayer. For starters, they are better players, they write better songs, and they have a knack for writing killer grooves and hooks. The title track alone is better than anything that Slayer have put out, and it is the perfect thrash metal tune.

The whole first side is so good and gives Bonded By Blood a close run. Just to prove they are not a one trick pony, they come out with killer tracks like Cajun Hell, which sees the band thinking outside the box. This is an awesome track with a great groove and vibe. My favourite track is Verbal Razors which just smokes.

I’m sure most thrash fans will already own this, but if you don’t, then go out and procure one as it’s a great record.

9/10 from The Grooveman.

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