Mottek - Fatal Violence (1990)

Some really weird thrash album covers emerged back in the day, this is another one. The unusually named Mottek are a German thrash band who like to not only play it touch, but somehow sew together the more classic thrash od Metallica, circa 'Master Of puppets,' with a rawer streak that reminds me of Kreator and the like. Also, add a sprinkle of Accuser and you'll catch my drift. Mottek successfully blend hardcore, punk with thrash, the agrresive vocals have a rubbery bark, but despite the tougher elements this is pretty accomplished metal featuring a manic title cut with a mellower, Metallica-style interlude, a crunching 'Tear Me Apart' with solid solo, and the techno assault of 'Bury Your Remorse' which also sports some Metallica style riffage and vocals that slip between Hetfield roar and danzig (circa Misfits/Samhain) growl. Despite the Metalica comparisons this is still energetic enough to captivate the listener. 7/10