UNLEASHED IN THE WEST OFFICIAL BOOTLEG
PRONG
Prong is often overlooked when it comes to the "big" bands that came
out of the 80's. Lead by Tommy Victor, this working man's brand of Heavy
Metal has consistently produced really catchy tracks filled to the brim
with some of the most memorable thrash riffs in the genre. This
"official bootleg" highlights their setlist from last years European
Festival Dates. Looking at the list of classics on this you soon realize
these guys should be spoken of in the same breath as bands like Anthrax
and Testament. Just listen to the opening riff of "CUT RATE". You'll
have a difficult time finding a choicer galloping riff anywhere.
Victor has been as much a staple in Danzig as he's been in his own band
so I can see why some fans have overlooked the material. Hopefully this
cd will wipe off some of the cobwebs and reintroduce some great classic
thrash to the newbies out there. If you're not hooked by the time you
get to Prong's epic "Snap your fingers, Snap your neck" then you might
just want to hang up your denim jacket and find something else to do
with your life.
-reviewed by grownman
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