Whilst I try to resist reviewing too many modern albums on this rather nostalgic and often creaky blog, Protector's 'Reanimated Homonculus' (what a title!!) has to be one of 2013's finest thrash moments, showing all the new kids on the block just how to play genuine rip-roaring '80s metal. It's great to have these German thrashers back but boy, I didn't expect their return to be so mind-blowing. This opus even gives classic Kreator a run for its money such is its razor-sharp prowess and sneering arrogance. I've always been a fan of that breakneck style of no thrills snarling thrash but this really is a formidable return to form from a band who've decided not to opt for modern dynamics in their quest for slashing flesh. Whilst the likes of Sodom and Destruction, have kept the earthy thrash flag flying it could be argued that alongside Kreator they've opted for a more accessible sound, but Protector have just gone for the throat with this one, and it's made all the more bone-cracking by featuring original vocalist Martin Missy who simply shreds this time round.
Whilst it may be nigh on impossible to pick a favourite track I'd suggest you lay your flayed ears on tracks such as 'Deranged Nymphomania' or the savage opener 'Sons of Kain.' You NEED to own this uncompromising thrash workout, because if you're a new fan to this sort of stuff then it provides not only a perfect insight into the halcyon days of the scene but also shows how this type of music needs to be played today. Forget trends, this is thrash metal from the start and from the heart.
9/10
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