G.A.Z.E. G.A.Z.E. 12″
Ever wondered how PAINTBOX would sound if they were Finnish? Helsinki’s Burning Spirits-influenced hardcore heroes are back with more vicious melodies. Many have tried and many have failed to emulate the sound that the Japanese NWOBHM-influenced punks crafted so well. G.A.Z.E. is an exception to that rule. They nail the style so well because they strive to retain the high-energy, uplifting mood that characterized the classics like DEATH SIDE or JUDGEMENT. It’s supposed to be a constant yin/yang of brutality and melody, but always very bright. The guitar leads are performed to perfection, the vocal delivery is complete with the classic gang shouting, and the songs are very unpredictable, thanks to a great usage of tempo shifts. There is even time for out-of-the-box instruments to make an appearance, like saxophone, violin, and double bass. They have studied their lesson well. Essential listening.
