Anthrax--Stomp 442 (1995)
Rating--7.4
Now a four piece unit following the departure of long time guitarist Danny Spitz, the band continues to
mosh on full force with ripping chops very much like those of the previous release, 'Sound Of White Noise'.
Solos are provided on some tracks by Pantera's Dimebag Darrell. John Bush does an
excellent job providing the pipes again, as his rough style is a good fit for Anthrax's matured sound.
"Fueled" is one of the band's
best tracks in years, and Bush's influence on the troupe is clearly heard for the emotional intro of "Bare" (think "Black Lodge").
Although the hooks of the first four songs are unparalleled, the album soon after falters from full-song-madness, with
scattered highpoints. The riffs are there and slowly head back to the 'P.O.T.' era, but aren't consistent throughout every track.
Not as good as the '80s material, but If you like the "new" Bush-era Anthrax, definitely give this one a sound check.
Highlights include "King Size," "Fueled," "Random Acts Of Senseless Violence," and nasty mid-tempo jaunt "American Pompeii".
HOT CHOPS: The chorus of "King Size" is Anthrax at their best. The have always had a knack for those damn catchy
chorus riffs!
TRACK LIST: Random Acts Of Senseless Violence/Fueled/King Size/Riding Shotgun/Perpetual Motion/In A Zone/
Nothing/American Pompeii/Drop The Ball/Tester/Bare
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