Description

2019 reissue on black vinyl with lyric insert

Created in the mid 80s this band is not so well known among the thrash fans across the world. Like every band born in Germany in those days Grinder is worth hearing as they kick some ass in the old school way. Dead End starts with the opening “Agent Orange”, which is the best track on the album. The scorching intro prevails into a strong, tight and heavy thrash masterpiece, which should be pleasure for the ears of the thrash fans. The song goes with fast drum beat, the bass and guitar section are strong and solid and the vocal is clean and the chorus are remarkable. The basis for their unique sound are strong bass lines who hold together all of the instruments. The bass is easily the best feature and its strong compressed and mid-centred tone bring all of the songs to a higher level. The guitars are crunchy and heavily distorted, providing great thrash riffs and sweet high-pitched solos and harmonies. The drums sound like your average speed metal deal; never taking the forefront but a perfect companion to the rest of the band. The vocals are also outstanding, able to provide high shrieks as well as mid-frequency aggressive thrash vocals. Don’t let the origin of Grinder fool you though; they are closer to USA thrash than their German compatriots of the time. Overall this is an awesome record and the only problem is that it’s not entirely consistent. Recommended to all thrash and speed metal fans!

Track list:
1. Agent Orange
2. Dead End
3. The Blade Is Back
4. Inside
5. Just Another Scar
6. Total Control
7. Why
8. Train Raid
9. Unlock The Morgue