2016, Force and madness is actually the best way to describe the uncompromising storm set free on BERSERKER. Just like the mythical warriors of Norse mythology who fell into a feared intoxication to not feel any pain in battle, the album title is the perfect metaphor for this Pagan thunder. It is still obvious that Tetzel (vocals), Claus Cleinkrieg (guitar), Yuri (guitar) Deimos (bass) and Balrogh (drums) venerate bands like Iron Maiden, Amon Amarth or even Immortal: yet, what comes out in the end after ten years is something truly unique, something pleasantly archaic. BERSERKER does indeed sound like a Viking Metal records through the archetypical Heavy Metal lens of the 80s. A walk on the tightrope that is nothing short of genius and that will set fans from Blind Guardian via Amon Amarth to Equilibrium ablaze. In-your-face hymns, cast in a massive wall of sound. BERSERKER sounds much more dominant and intimidating that the prior releases, yet allowing some highly welcome edges and thorns in the production.
The Power Of Rock
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