Just got the CD. Haven't really sat down to listen to it yet, but I've watched the accompanying DVD. The DVD is actually worth the price of the whole package alone. Well at least me thinks so! It's basically an hour-long documentary showing the recording process of the songs, with various musicians giving interviews. It's really cool to see your metal heroes working it out in the studio. Like when Jeff Waters of Annihilator keeps screwing up his guitar solo, Robb Flynn trying to figure out how to play with Chimaira's ex-drummer who actually reads music and kind of technical. Or witness Steve DiGiorgio (Sadus and a whole lot of other bands) plays some insane stuff on the bass. Joey Jordison up close and personal sans mask, King Diamond up close and personal sans make-up AND moustache (!). And guitarists, beware of the scene where the two Trivium guitarists (what are they, 19, 20 years old??) do some serious shredding in the studio. It'll leave you crying in utter disbelieve. I know I did. Bastards.
Anyway, anybody who's into metal should check this out. Especially studio geeks. There's a whole lot in there to take in. A worthwhile concept and a unique package. Get it today.
Yours lovingly,
Judaspiss.
