Italian heavy metallers, Axevyper, have recently released their sophomore album Metal Crossfire. From the looks of the cover, which looks like something a bored teenager would draw in class, you can see that these guys are just a cheesy retro band. Let’s not judge the book by its cover, ‘kay?
This is a pretty solid album. It’s definitely true to its heavy metal roots. It’s a great blend between the early 80s NWOBHM sound and 90s power/speed metal. The album does tend to have its moments where it either runs together or leaves you wanting to skip a track, but the majority of it is great material. It may not add anything too fresh to the table, but if you just want an old-school sound without the complete Maiden rip off then go find this album.
Tracklist:
1. Stygianuclear War 02:50 instrumental
2. Crossfire 03:50
3. Reign of Terror 04:47
4. Heroes for One Night 06:06
5. Agents of Chaos 03:14
6. On Wings of Glory 05:16
7. Metal Tormentor 05:14
8. Victims of Tomorrow 08:08
9. March of Metal Rockers 05:29