10 Days of Sabbath!

1: Children of the Grave

The first time I heard this song it sent my ears into orbit. A masterful metal song, and the lyrics fit the riffage exceptionally well. "Revolution in their minds..." Blast it!

                                                            Rainbow power!

10 Days of Sabbath!

2: The Writ

Technically speaking, not the heaviest Sabbath song, but what it lacks for in terms of sheer power it makes up   for with lyrical content and  a melodic breakdown. The song oozes honesty and it is natural to find a connection with a singer/songwriter that blends these elements into a quality song.  

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10 Days of Sabbath!

3: Supernaut

Man, this song has such an infectious guitar riff it just blows my mind. Tony Iommi's guitar sound and energy are great. The overall band all seem to be on overdrive, maybe it was the snow? Bill Wards drumming, though sounding as it was recorded in a tin can, is top quality. Supernaut is a fun Sabbath song and great for picnics on the lake.

10 Days of Sabbath!

4: Black Sabbath

I always found this song creepy, but in awe at the originality of the music. Given when the album/song was released (1970) it is a impressive feat for any band to be this unique in style and tonality. Black Sabbath is a song that doesn't sound dated and worthy of any record collection.

Music! Mayhem! Madness!

Fantomas - Experiment in Terror. Fantomas are a super group of sorts since the band consists of: Mike Patton,( Faith No More) Dave "God Sticks" Lombardo (Slayer), Buzz Osbourne (Melvins), and last, but not least Trevor Dunn. Dunn was associated with Mike Patton through Mr. Bungle. You find this song on The Director's Cut, which is amazing.

Superjoint Ritual - The Alcoholik. . Great band and heavy as all hell. You may recognize the singer and his vicious scream. After that inspiring video I believe a vodka is in order. Is that a Green Devil or a Leprechaun?

10 Days of Sabbath!

5: Symptoms of the Universe

Symptoms of the Universe appeared on the album "Sabatoge" and the version on their is excellent. But the live version is simply put, a damn metal grenade. It is a raw and a bit sloppy, but the energy is infectious.

10 Days of Sabbath!

6: Heaven and Hell

What a refreshing change for Sabbath, though many would disagree. Dio added a different element and style to the overall band. I noticed Tony Iommi solo's much more which is always a bonus. Just awesome!

10 Days of Sabbath!

7: Electric Funeral

Not Sabbath's heaviest song, but a cringe worthy ride of doom. Muwahaha <---> The wah - wah infused guitar and Ozzy's creepy delivery make for nice musical ride. During the middle of the song when the tempo lifts off it is all perfect. Great song for a wedding.

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10 Days of Sabbath!

8: Into the Void

This song is heavy, heavy, heavy. The opening guitar riff is truly masterful and the band shines as a whole. It grinds along in a sludgetastic way that leaves you hypnotized. I have to wonder what Tony Iommi and the rest of the band were thinking while recording this unstoppable force of sound.

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10 Days of Sabbath!

9: Megalomania

This album is completely different then previous Sabbath albums, but that is what makes it so awesome. As for this particular song, it is a spaced out jam. Starting off on a mental free fall, and then turning into something that strangely sounds like this.

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10 Days of Sabbath!

10: It's Alright

Wow. How dare I pick a song off Technical Ecstasy. They say this album is a mish- mash of shit, but I generally enjoy some parts of it, and I find it refreshing that Bill Ward tries to be a sentimental kinda rocker. On a side note, Axl Rose ruins the song...Check Here!

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Vinyl Madness!

A recent purchase of mine that was necessary to add to my collection. As I own all of Metallica's music (up to the Black album, music snob?) in a digital format. The record itself is amazing, but the record I bought doesn't play well. It skips, pops, and hisses...Bah!! The joys of buying used records. This album shows Metallica at the peak of their game and it was the last with Cliff Burton. Awesome eight song ride.

Reissued: July 15, 2008 Label: WEA/Reprise

Standout tracks - Whole Album 

Vinyl Madness!

This album destroys! Many fans have said this was a half-hearted attempt, but I disagree. Granted their sound is more straight forward, and you have less of the "groove" sound that they are well known for, but man they are heavy! Phil's vocals  are top notch with all of the grunting and screaming. Dimebag Darrell solo's much less in the album, but his rhythm work is still great. Vinny and Rex keep the pace hammering. 

This was hard to find, but I found it for a reasonable price!

Issued: April 4, 2000 Label: Elektra

Standout tracks - Hell Bound, Goddamn Electric, Yesterday Don't Mean Shit, Death Rattle,

I'll Cast a Shadow, Up Lift, We'll Grind That Ax for a Long Time

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The Song: Devils Island
The Album: Peace Sells... but Who's Buying?
Soul Destroying Factor: 10 out of 10

This is the song/album that brought "Priest" back into the fold. It is a catchy love song. You'll be humming it all day!

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Whoa. Dave Lombardo banging the drums with his God sticks. Kerry King playing and looking nasty. Jeff Hanneman splitting timber, and Tom Araya singing like the... devil? Now this is how you start your day. A little Slayer and coffee, hmm, how romantic.

Destruction is a German Thrash Metal band, need I say more? I've just started listening to this band and they are tearing it up. This song is off of Destruction: The Antichrist album.  Don't worry, I'm sure they won't hurt you.