Release
date: December 05th
2015. Label: Blackened Death Records. Format: DD
Bonecrusher–
Tracklisting
Biocentrism
Bonecrusher
Ashes
Band
Members:
Tommy
– Guitars
Ian
– Bass
Paul
– Drums
Graham
– Vocals
Review:
Wounded
Cross is a Traditional Heavy Metal/Doom Metal Band from Rugby, UK who
are about to release their superb debut EP – Bonecrusher. Wounded
Cross take influence from a wide range of legendary metal bands such
as Saint Vitus and Black Sabbath. Their debut EP – Bonecrusher –
offers 3 songs running for a total of 12 minutes or so. If you're a
fan of 70s/80s Heavy Metal tinged with Classic Doom then this is the
EP for you.
Opening
track – Biocentrism – is a fast-paced doom-laiden heavy metal
affair with the band showing their love of music considered the
golden age of metal. Wounded Cross bring their music bang-up-to-date
with a few clever Doom Metal riffs and the twin guitars will have
fans of Thin Lizzy and Iron Maiden lapping this up like there's no
tomorrow. Graham's vocals are lively through out though don't go
expecting highly polished vocals as that isn't Graham's or the bands
style. This is pure in-your-face HEAVY METAL.
Second
track – Bonecrusher – is a bluesy take on Wounded Cross sound
with the band opting for a more laid-back approach but it's still an
exciting take on all things Doom/Heavy Metal. The guitars are played
at a frantic pace aided by some superb bass playing by Ian who lays
down a funky riff from time to time. Graham's vocals once again get
the job done as he relishes being a hell-raising frontman of this
highly talented band.
The
final track – Ashes – sees Wounded Cross in a more reflective
mood with music giving way more to Blues Rock, Classic Rock and a
twinge of Psychedelia. It isn't too long before the band return to
the world of classic Heavy Metal to give Ashes a thumping atmosphere
it richly deserves. Graham's vocals are not as strong on this song
compared to the other tracks but it's good to hear Graham trying
something different.
The
production is good through out the EP though there are a few moments
where you expect the guitars to be slightly heavier. Apart from that
minor complaint, Wounded Cross have created a superb and well rounded
EP that should hopefully gain them some notice within the Heavy
Metal/Doom Metal circles. The signs are promising for Wounded Cross
that they have the potential to release a great album in the future.
I'll be watching these guys with great interest.
Words
by Steve Howe
Thanks
to Graham for the promo. Bonecrusher will be available to buy on DD
from December 5th 2015 via Blackened Death Records.
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