Wayne - Metal Church (August 7th, 2001)

Wayne

Metal Church

August 7th, 2001

Nuclear Blast Records

1. The Choice 03:44

2. The Hammer Will Fall 03:55

3. Soos Creek Cemetary 03:38

4. Hannibal 04:30

5. Burning at the Stake 03:22

6. D.S.D. 04:15

7. Nightmare (Part II) 02:58

8. Vlad 04:25

9. Ballad for Marianne 05:31

10. Mississippi Queen (Mountain cover) 02:46

total time 39:04

David Wayne - Vocals

Mark Franco - Bass

B.J. Zampa - Drums

Jimi Bell - Guitars

Released under Nuclear Blast Records, the album features solid riffs, unique vocals, and a great rhythm section. David Wayne (1958-2005) and his collaborators blend traditional metal elements with contemporary influences of the time. The resulting sound feels both fresh and rooted in heavy metal's classic foundations. The music on this album is energetic and impressive, with meaty riffs woven throughout, and lyrical themes that explore perseverance and strength. Wayne’s vocal performance brings forth his distinctive voice that fans of his work with Metal Church will immediately recognize. Each track offers something a little bit different. "D.S.D." presents a slow, dark, and powerful atmosphere, while "Nightmare Part 2" shifts gears with a faster tempo, highlighting Wayne’s versatility. The song "Ballad For Marianne" stands out as a melodic, softer piece, appealing to fans of Metal Church's more gentle moments. The production quality captures the raw power of the band, balancing aggressive and melodic styles. Overall, Metal Church by Wayne, for fans of the vocalist, is a fun addition to his discography, combining heavy riffs, solid songwriting, and his unmistakable vocals. It’s an album that will resonate with fans of heavy, energetic, and well-crafted traditional heavy metal music, confirming Wayne’s enduring talent, which is attested by his discography, that has outlived him. Trivia: The last song is a fun cover of the classic of 1970s heavy rock by the legendary band Mountain from the 1970 album Climbing! The Mountain debut album was such an influential album that plenty of metal bands have covered that particular song. Here we get David Wayne's tribute to Mountain.

WAYNE - Metal Church (2001)

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