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    Crimson Thorn

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    Reviewed by Doug Van Pelt

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    Label independentHeaven's Metal #41May/June 1993
    speed metalthrash metal

    This is one heavy tape of tunes (7 in all) that rates as competent speed metal. "Misrepresented Representation" is not as redundant musically as the title sounds. In fact, the riff here is top notch, giving way to some very fluid leads atop a melodic picking rhythm. Crunch is the main theme here in this song--as well as on the entire full-length of this tape. The authority of the vocal delivery matches the authority of this power thrash music; and the lyrics are strong as well: "Cleanliness, is drawn within/Blood purifying us from sin/Die to the flesh, everyday/For death of the flesh is the only way/Arise/You must die/Are you dead yet?" ("Corruption of The Flesh") This is a hefty collection that is worthy of attention. To order, send $7 (plus $1.75 postage) to: PO Box 32042, Minneapolis MN 55432.

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