I’ve never been a big Hatebreed fan, but I’ve always respected their work ethic, even if I haven’t gushed about how great their new batches of tunes are.
Someone made a radio-friendly Black Label Society by toning down the aggression, lowering the metal, throwing in big hooks, and prettying up the fellas.
Like the Headbanger’s Ball series (also assisted by Roadrunner), you pick your faves, and know who’s a fashion band and who deserve every word of praise.
Dez has always had a distinct roar, from Coal Chamber to now. If you’ve heard his voice, it doesn’t matter what cover band he’s fronting, you know it’s him.
I have their self-titled release memorized. This one leaves me a bit cold. The singer sings more, and his clean vocals were the weakest part of the last one.