Year : 2024
Style : Thrash Metal
Country : Germany
Audio : 320 kbps + front
Size : 60 mb
Bio:
GO! FIGHT! KILL! No sound truly defines Thrash Metal more than ASSASSIN. A hybrid of Speed Thrash Metal and Hardcore splashed with a sense of humor, it grabs you by the throat and kicks your ass. Although a band photo predates the official band formation, ASSASSIN was officially formed in 1984 by original lineup, Robert Gonnella(vocals), Dinko Vekic (lead guitar), Scholli (rhythm guitar), Lulle (bass) and Psycho (drums). Dubbed the Holy Terror era, their first demo sold approximately 500 copies; a great feat considering there was no internet music sharing. A short time later, the Nemesis demo was released in 1986 and Assassin was signed to SPV. THE UPCOMING TERROR album was released and sold approximately 15,000 copies. After some time off, the band regrouped with new members Michael Hoffmann (guitar) and Frank Nellen (drums). They released their second album, INTERSTELLAR EXPERIENCE in 1988 and quickly rose through the ranks as one of Germanys top 5 thrash bands. Supporting DEATH ANGEL on their first official tour in 1988, nearly all shows were sold out. While working on their third album, all their equipment was stolen and ASSASSIN, having no funds to reinvest in equipment, lost their will to continue and shortly broke up thereafter. Fast forward to 2002! After numerous chants of GO, FIGHT, KILL from the worldwide Thrash Metal community, the band regroups and the official ASSASSIN reunion is announced. This new lineup was Robert (vocals), Dinko (lead guitar), Scholli (rhythm guitar), Achim (bass) and Atomic Steiff (drums). A new 5 track demo was recorded and played live at Wacken 2003 to the positive reviews of many critics. Its incredible how quick the underground spreads the information, explains Rudy Schmitz, ASSASSINs manager. Suddenly, radio stations are playing ASSASSIN again in their rotations and the rabid fans want more and they want ASSASSIN live. Shows are booked and appetites are fed. „We made some shows and it was like coming home“, says singer Robert Gonnella. With Dinko gone most of 2005, it was decided that another guitarist would step in to fill the void and also support Dinko. Back from a 6 year long extended trip to Brazil, Michael, formerly on SODOM..s Better Off Dead and an ASSASSIN veteran, having recorded on Interstellar Experience, was ready to jump in as a third guitarist. Atomic and Dinko left the band and Frank once again was back on skins. In early 2005 their 3rd album "THE CLUB" was released, self-produced and self-released. In 2009, the drummer Frank Nellen left the band for personal reasons and was replaced by the Wicked Kemao drummer Björn Sondermann. At the same time the problem of the occupation on bass was dissolved with the joining of Joachim Kremer. In spring 2010, Assassin played some shows in Asia where the concerts in Japan were professionally recorded with the plan to release a DVD. In autumn 2010 the band signed a record deal with the German label SPV and recorded their new album with producer Harris Johns.
Album:
ASSASSIN want to delight and impress their longtime fans as well as new fans with the first EP in the band's history.For the first time ever, all band members collaborated on the five songs featured on "Skullblast", which contributed to a very creative and positive workflow.With pride and joy, the band presents an EP with five hard-hitting thrash metal songs that are bursting with heaviness and groove, and which stay true to the band's style! But also new musical elements, such as gang shouts or longer solos, have found their way onto the EP which captivates with a straightforward sound. The hint "This record was made to be played at maximum volume" on the EP's artwork is no joke...Scholli, Steve and Ingo worked closely together to shape the vocals. This resulted in hook lines with a high recognition value, which are brutal and groovy at the same time, but also rich in variety. This was no problem for singer Ingo with his skills and voice! All band members had a lot of fun singing the powerful backing vocals, which give the songs a special touch.Patrick Pagliaro contributed guest vocals to the songs "Blood For Blood" and "Cut Your (Own) Throat".For the first time, the band worked with Lucky Bob Studios and Jean Bormann (Rage) for the recordings.The enjoyable and inspiring atmosphere in the studio contributed to the fact that the songs were developed further at one point or another, while adding further punch to them.In terms of heaviness, the mastering by Manu Cohnen (Parabol Audio) added even more intensity to the EP.The idea for the cover was born during the songwriting process for the title track "Skullblast" and was beautifully executed by Karim König and Plamen.
Line Up:
Ingo Bajonczak - Vocals (2014-present) - See also: Supersoma, ex-Bonded, ex-Lord of Giant, ex-New Damage
Stefano "Steve" Smura - Guitar
Jürgen Scholz - Guitars (1985-1987, 2002-present) - See also: Neon Dream, ex-Secret Discovery, ex-Satanica
Joachim Kremer - Bass (2009-present) - See also: ex-Nervochaos (live), ex-Skinny Bold
Björn Sondermann - Drums (2009-present) - See also: Wicked Kemao, ex-Chimaera
+ guests:
Guest Musician
Patrick Pagliaro: Guest vocals on "Blood For Blood"
and "Cut Your (Own) Throat"
Production:
Producer: Jean Borman / Lucky Bob Studios
Mixing / Mastering: Manuel Cohnen / Parabol Audio
Cover Artwork Design: Karim König & Plamen
Tracklist:
01. Blood For Blood
02. Skullblast
03. In And Out By The Tide
04. Cut Your (Own) Throat
05. The Green Manalishi (With The Two Prong Crown)
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