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Day: February 2, 2025

BLACKFOOT – Siogo

February 2, 2025 /

Blackfoot had a classic period with a trio of great albums from 79 -81 with Strikes, Tomcattin, and Marauder. Then it all went a bit weird and limp starting with this one.

The first thing you notice on the album is the keyboards, with the introduction of the mighty Ken Hensley. Now, I’m a big Uriah Heep fan and I loved Ken’s big Hammond sound but using that here with Blackfoot’s hard rockin’ southern groove just doesn’t work for me. Not only that, but the songs just aren’t that strong either.

I’m struggling for a favourite song as it’s all a bit meh and mediocre, but We’re Goin Done does kinda live up to the band’s hard rockin’ reputation.

6.5/10 from The Grooveman.

PROTEST THE HERO – Pacific Myth

February 2, 2025 /

Although this is technically an EP, there are still six meaty morsels of technicality for the listener to try and wrap their brains around. This is a reissue through Sheet Happens but the original release for these songs was done through Bandcamp as a kind of subscription where you got a track a month with artwork and all the gubbins. An interesting way to put out new product for sure.

Now, PTH are known for killer artwork and this album is no exception. BUT there is minimal information on the cover. The tracks are listed, but not in order, and the record labels just say A and B.

I’m a huge fan of modern prog metal and you have to admire PTH’s cottage industry approach of being totally in control of themselves. The band have actually been around over 20 years. Their first EP came out in 2002 and they have consistently put out killer releases, and this EP is no exception.

My favourite tune is track the first track on Side B. A very busy tune with that main guitar riff and groove just firing off in all directions. I’m sure Periphery and all those bands took hints from these guys because PTH were ahead of the curve that’s for sure.

8.5/10 from The Grooveman.

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