Heat wastes no time in bringing the heat on their sophomore
album and follow up to their successful debut Old Sparky back in 2012. Pardon me but I just can't help myself when it comes to dorky puns, especially
when it comes to describing awesome music.
Puns aside, right out of the gate the 70's laced rock and
roll rumbles wickedly within the first minute introduction to Labyrinth. And
then the vocals kick in like a slap in the face during sexual foreplay. Ripped
and toned muscular chops slay away to the fast paced girthy riffs. The entire
album is packed full of energy maintaining a psychedelic backbone with plenty
of rock star attitude, and bluesy perception. Comparisons range amongst
Witchcraft, Graveyard, Horisont and Sideburn with its retro sensibility
including proficient use of the organ and superb execution of ripping guitar
solos.
The vocals provide a nice pairing with the rhythm and bouncy
bass line. The twin-guitar slaymanship harkens forth a sense of classic metal
shreddage and the solos keep the pace from completely melting itself to the
floorboards. The German accent is evident as these dudes reside in Berlin. The accent of
course is familiar as some of the best retro hard rockers in the biz are from
somewhere over in Europe. Sweden, Germany
and Denmark
seem to have a monopoly on the style. However, Heat has upped the ante with the
release of Labyrinth. For my money we have the whole package here. Strong
vocals, infectious hooks, diverse song approach, and precision instrumentals
which mend a deafening to delicate approach seamlessly and effortlessly.
Pre-order the album now over at bandcamp, and stream the opening scorcher
“Siamese Smile” for a taste of what’s to come upon its release on August 29th,
2014. Be sure to listen up because the only way you are going to get burned by
Heat is by sleeping on them.
-The Huntsman
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