Friday 9 November 2007

Sodom - Persecution Mania (1987)


Rattling German death-speed, kinda like a cross between basement Slayer and a tinny Motorhead, nothing dazzling, just pure '80s thrash noise, puking holocaustic visions amongst a clattering of Voivod-esque riffs and grim vocals almost playing the black metal sickness. 'Iron Fist', of Motorhead fame makes a smoke-filled entrance alongside other riotous offerings such as the stormy title cut and 'Bombenhagel', all lacking in any real thrill but I was loving it as a teenager, and couldn't wait for the next apocalyptic yarn to burst my ear drums.

I've always liked Sodom and their straight down the line cacophonous thrash assaults, but this is strictly for the metal head seeking something more than hair rock.


7.5/10

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