Much like the Gaskin album I recently posted about, Dream Death's name came about while researching top metal bands of the 80s. Now by 1987 it was much tougher to keep up with all the newer bands, but I was still trying. But I missed Pittsburgh's Dream Death, that's for sure. They were on New Renaissance, so for certain they were getting press. In any case, here's how Dream Death is summarily described: Doom Thrash. Now there's an oxymoron if I ever saw one. But ya know, after hearing Journey Into Mystery, doom thrash it is! It's a very strange sound they have going here. It's one part Celtic Frost (especially the vocals and overall muddy atmosphere) and one part Trouble. It's a fascinating blend, and it's definitely the kind of kvlt music that lingers long past its natural life. I've heard good things about their 2013 reunion album. May need to investigate that as well.
Ownership: LP: 2017 High Roller (Germany). Recent online acquisition. Single sleeve. Clear vinyl. Very nice reissue with a full color poster of the album cover plus the original lyric inner sleeve. No liners though. Originals aren't terribly expensive if in the market for one.
No comments:
Post a Comment