Metal Machine

I don't really like to start a review like this, but it is the truth : if you are a die-hard fan of Judas Priest, Midnight Sun (Metal Machine) is for you. I agree the band is different compare to Judas Priest, but the feeling of Metal Machine reminds me the legendary heavy metal band. Don't misunderstand me, we are just talking of the "spirit" of the album as Midnight Sun has its own touch ... and is far better compare to these typical copycat bands. "Metal Machine is by far the best album that I've ever made" Reingold (bass) said proudly. "I think it has an unmistakable sound, fits into the World Of Heavy Metal perfectly as the music and lyrics form a solid unit. Midnight Sun fans will really enjoy the new album" he added. I have no idea how what "sounding" previous Midnight Sun records, but I can tell you this one "shakes hard". Recently, I wrote a review on Treasure Land (Gateway) and one of our readers has left this message : "Listen to Jakob Samuel on Midnight Sun, you'll see that he improved greatly". Actually, I can hardly believe this is the singer of Treasure Land as the guy is perfect on Metal Machine. To be honest with you, I made the "bridge" between the two bands based on this message. Yes Jakob has greatly improved and sometimes I am wondering if this is not Heaven Gate's singer, Thomas Rettke, who sings all the way. Congratulation Jakob for this HUGE improvement. The eleven tracks of the album were produced by Anders Theander (Majestic, Pain Of Salvation) in the Swedish Roasting House Studio and the production is almost perfect. All songs are catchy, melodic, sometimes progressive, sometimes powerful and heavy. Finally, what I really appreciate on Metal Machine is its disparity. If you like heavy metal in general, I suggest you to check Metal Machine : just listen to Steel To Steel, Distorted Eyes, Keeper Of The Gate or Metal Machine and I am sure you will buy it immediately. The new generation is still inspired by the 80's, but when a band plays like this - and adds its personal touch - it becomes a real pleasure for the listener. Midnight Sun, a name we will not forget.