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Twisted Tower Dire -bringing real Metal back to the masses!

07/04/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Twisted Tower Dire's Crest of The Martyrs is the band's 3rd lp and their first on Remedy records from Germany. This is the japanese version with a cover version of song from a band called Tarot . It also contains a new version of a song from the first TTD album "The Witches Eye"
If you are a fan of real Heavy Metal you need this cd. Influences range from Maiden and Priest to more underground styled bands. Vocals are in the mid to high range and are clean, no ridiculous cookie monster death growling here, actual talent is required. Songs like "Some Other Time, Some Other Place", "Axes and Honor" and "Guardian Bloodline" are already classics and will be stuck in your head after one or two listens. This cd was produced by Pete Sielck of Iron Saviour , who has produced such other great bands such as Blind Guardian and Gun Barrel did an excellent job with a slick production . It is rumoured for their next cd the band will return with an even heavier sound but still with quality production. The German version of this cd doesn't have the Tarot track yet it is a lot cheaper than the japanese price wise.... Unlike bands like Wolf who just blatantly rip off Maiden , TTD draws influence from Maiden but has their own style and their songwriting just keeps getting better . (Includes current and former members of of October 31, Revelation, While Heaven Wept, Ballistic and Arghos Lent. This kicks the crap out of the last Maiden lp! Makes saint anger look like a complete waste of time and money (which it is)
Some major label needs to sign this band and bring back real Metal to the masses! If you are convinced there are no good bands left in Metal , check out TTD + Crest Of The Martyrs, your faith may well be restored...
I wish them all the success in the world
with AXES AND HONOR....
cheers lads! Up the Towers!"