Funeral Bell--RealAudio
Destruction Overdrive--RealAudio

'1919 Eternal' was a solid release from Zakk, and had numerous good cuts, but the overall slower pace and somewhat muddled production was viewed as a slight step backwards by some fans. With 'The Blessed Hellride', however, Black Label Society has reclaimed its rightful place as the grab-you-by-the-balls troupe its music is best associated with. The songs are more attacking, and the distortion and mixing crackle with angst and energy. Wylde continues to refine his Ozzy/Anselmo vocal abilities, as he manages to be either smooth or aggressive when needed. A jarring and etched offering.
Ozzy lends a hand on the first single "Stillborn" (though it's Zakk who still stands out), and the track is getting some radio play because of it. "Funeral Bell" has an absolutely chugging pulse, and a constant buzzing flow moves through "Destruction Overdrive".
Speaking of singles, the yearning, soul-pulling track "We Live No More" sends shivers up the spine, as it is both BLS-heavy and also catchy. "Blackened Waters" has a light/heavy mix and some really good singing, while the unplugged title track reminds of Pride & Glory and 'Book of Shadows'.
Other solid cuts include "Suffering Overdue" and its multi-tempos, the steady "Final Solution," and "Doomsday Jesus," which has a sliding and slicing chorus.

TRACK LIST: Stoned & Drunk/Doomsday Jesus/Stillborn/Suffering Overdue/The Blessed Hellride/Funeral Bell/Final Solution/Destruction Overdrive/Blackened Waters/We Live No More/Dead Meadow