Raven is back with vengeance! The last album, Metal City, was a revolutionary release. It introduced Mike Heller behind the drums, and started the cartoon artwork phase for the band. It was a rule-breaking album, and this one is even more intense!
The cartoon phase continues, and we got another great album from Raven. The hell really is breaking loose here, from track to track literally! The songs are delivered with a lot of punch, and the band simply does not slow down, until the album ends. Mike Heller’s drumming drives the songs into oblivion. Heller managed to “outwacko” Wacko himself when it comes to drumming; he is unstoppable!
The tracks are heavy, full of speed, and catchy hooks. John Gallagher’s vocals set the tone for many of these songs. After so many years, he’s till on top of his game. Mark Gallagher’s guitar tone is just penetrating, and he plays with that breakneck speed without losing any sense of melody. Mike Heller of course is like a nuclear plant!
All Hell’s Breaking Loose is a monster heavy metal record from a veteran band. Raven is definitely surfing the tsunami on this album, and they are splashing in every direction possible. Keep the cartoon phase going, and keep the magic coming!
Mark Kadzielawa
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