Rage - Soundchaser (2003/SPV)
Rating - 8.6

Soundchaser--RealAudio

This disc picks right up where 'Unity' left off, and is even more in the "classic" Rage style than its predecessor was. There are no filler tracks to be found anywhere, as this is a treat from start to finish.
"Orgy of Destruction" is an evil little intro, and gives way to the very capable "War of Worlds". "Great Old Ones" is fluid and soaring, "Defenders of the Ancient Life" is strong, and the title track is a pounding highlight.
"Secrets in a Weird World" reminds of 'Trapped'-era material, with "Flesh and Blood" starting out low-key before shifting to stalk mode. "Wake the Nightmares" and "Death is on its Way" both mix slow parts with driving kick-ins, while each of the other tracks listed receive passing marks as well.

TRACK LIST: Orgy of Destruction/War of Worlds/Great Old Ones/Soundchaser/Defenders of the Ancient Life/Secrets in a Weird World/Flesh and Blood/Human Metal/See You in Heaven or Hell/Wake the Nightmares (Falling From Grace Pt. 1)/Death is on its Way (Falling From Grace Pt. 2)

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