Stormspell Records 2010Judging by the album and song titles I expected this re-release from Stormspell Records to be some obscure Christian metal band in the realm of Messiah Prophet or Bloodgood. While they certainly deal with spiritual issues I'd say they fall more on the Trouble side of the fence that the Stryper side. Considered a cult classic by some One Nation Under God was released in 1988 on a small German record label. Stormspell Records offers a digitally remastered version of the album complete with Last Descendants 1986 demo World War III. And of course being Stormspell Records you get the full treatment-booklet with pictures and lyrics, band history and even an interview tossed in for good measure. Musically Last Decedents mixes elements or progressive metal/speed and thrash. It took me a few spins but One Nation Under God did eventually grow on me. The World War III demo has a real traditional metal feel to it and shows a band in search of their sound. On One Nation Under God the band shows a more mature side and offer a sound that is not too far off of Artillery or Mekong Delta. Mind you I wouldn't quite put them in the same category as said bands. That said though this is another interesting release for Stormspell Records. The label has certainly been digging around and uncovering some worthwhile bands worth a listen or two. And the nice thing about Stormspell Records is the fact they offer previews for most (if not all?) of their new releases. So you can listen and decide for yourself. While not a "must own" in my book I can honestly say I did enjoy it and I look forward to seeing what 2011 brings us from Stromspell Records re-releases.
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