The More Things Change...

by

Machine Head

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After one of the best debut CD's in metal history, Machine Head took 3 years to come out with anything new. Worth the wait? You betcha. 'The More Things Change...' is a more complete and refined album than it's predecessor, but still packs the crushing punch MH came to be known for.

The opener, "Ten Ton Hammer" is yet again a killer opener for Machine Head. A concert staple, this song is just packed to the brim with riffs, drums and pure unadultered heaviness. "Take My Scars" takes off where "TTH" left off with more brutal riffs, excellent chorus and intresting lyrics. "Struck A Nerve" is the highlight for me though. This is just an all out brutal thrash assault on the listener. McClain shreds on the drums as the end hits you with some of the most moshpit friendly guitar work around. Extremely fun, modern thrash metal at its finest. "Bay Of Pigs" is another thrash type song packed with seething anger. Read the lyrics while you listen to this one, it's awesome. "Violate", a slow, brooding song that explodes into a thrash fury by it's 7 minute end. "Blistering" has the most catchy riff on the CD, and an epic closer "Blood of the Zodiac" contains the best lead guitar work from the band.

All in all, there is no bad song on this CD. This is Machine Head's shining moment, the only time they ever put together a complete metal album. Absolutely recommended for any fans of heavy music. You can't deny this recording.

Machine Head is a epic band! Their agression and use of Brutal, Dry Voacals, and Chrunching Guitars got me hooked from the start. This is a great album, however if you ask me it is nothing compared to Burn My Eyes, and The Burning Red. It gets more of a 3 and 1/2 from me. My favorite Tracks are Down to None, Take My Scars, Violate, Ten Ton Hammer, Spine, and Blood Of The Zodiac. I saw these guys with SlipKnot & Coal Chamber, and I'm seeing them again on Saturday! They give a KILLER Live Show! CHECK OUT BURN MY EYES IF YOU LIKE THIS ALBUM, ITS EVEN BETTER!