FUGITIVE - MANIAC EP (THRASH/CROSSOVER, REVIEW, 20 BUCK SPIN, 28/4/23)
Another from the Bog pool archives. Originally written 4/28/23. If you like thrash, hardcore, metallic hc, or osdm/hm2, then Maniac is a worthy EP. The EP opens up with The Javelin , an introductory track to set the tone and pace. Maniac , the title song of the EP is a raging thrasher with a nice hardcore background to add to the aggression and dirt of the song. Hells Half Acre is a great pit track with a good break down halfway through and plenty of strong riffage, and nicely timed vocals, which are continued on the next track Neutralized . It screams for a circle pit. Maniac is rounded off with a solid cover of Bathory’s Raise The Dead , which continues the mosh vibe. The production and audio quality are very good and clear, and the stench isn’t sacrificed. It still sounds nice and heavy, and raw enough! Rating: Bog is no stranger to any of the bands all the members hail from. Bog wasn’t disappointed. There is sheer enjoyment to be had with th...