out now: Kiko Shred's Rebellion -- heavy metal from Brazil

Kiko Shred's Rebellion

Rebellion

Pure Steel Records

July 30th 2021

Brazilian guitarist Kiko Shred is joined by drummer Lucas Tagliari, bassist Will Costa and singer Ed Gadlin, and previously under the moniker of Kiko Shred there have been three albums (2015, 2018 and 2019), it seems with different singers. It is said that Kiko is some 22 years old and has played with singers Tim "Ripper" Owens, Michael Vescera, and Leather Leone, amongst others. Germany's Pure Steel Records is now responsible for this album, and the label says this is the debut album, now under the name of Kiko Shred's Rebellion. The songwriting is rock-based traditional heavy metal that features the guitarist's skills. The singing is high and melodic, and the rhythm section generally keeps things uptempo for the main style. While the album features guitar skills, people expecting songs may be pleased with this songwriting effort. For example, "Honour to the Fallen Brothers," features keyboards, and a more restrained guitar solo, and some catchy riffs and melodies. "The Hierophant" is a shred fan's song, as an instrumental. On this particular number, the sampled/programmed drumming leaves something to be desired, as is the case in some other places. To conclude, the album focuses on songwriting and the music as songs, not as music for musicians. Fans of legacy heavy metal and power metal may find this recording to be of interest, especially audiences looking for newer acts.

Kiko Shred's Rebellion - "Mirror" - official Video (PURE STEEL RECORDS)

KIKO SHRED - Information War (Official music video)

https://www.facebook.com/kiko.shred