Satan, Danava, Violation Wound, Dennis Dread
Recommended
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Sun., March 27, 9 p.m. 2016
Mississippi Studios
Boise (Portland)
$16 - $22
It's a slippery slope for classic, underground heavy metal bands that are still releasing records in their later years. Their new material either ends up sounding forced because they tried too hard to rehash their former glories, or they lean too much on modern production and end up alienating fans who want to hear them sound like they did back in the day. But with any generalization there are always exceptions, and England's Satan is one of them. Not only does their 2015 release Atom by Atom feature the same lineup as their timeless 1983 release Court in the Act, but Steve Ramsey and Russ Tippins' stellar, underrated guitar work and an outstanding vocal performance from Brian Ross shows the band is still spry and writing material that's worthy of their status as New Wave of British Heavy Metal champions. The power of Christ compels you, but Satan has better tunes. Enjoy. ARIS HUNTER WALES