These guys may not impress with innovation, but they are solid and consistent - and that rocks.Bloodbound are back with their 4th studio album entitled Unholy Cross. Often confused as a black metal band, with a power metal complex, Bloodbound have been putting out solid music for the last 7 years. The band has been replacing vocalists like you change your trash bags, but at least they have been consistent in the music that they provide. The newest vocalist to take the reigns is Patrick Johansson of Dawn of Silence fame. Patrick continues the same powerful Bruce Dickinson-ish vocal style of Urban Breed (Original vocalist of the band), without really altering the band's signature sound.
Bloodbound is a power metal band that sings of the dark side. Their lyrics are darker than most traditional power metal bands, but the melody is still there. Instead of singing of dragons and warriors, they sing about the dark one. Unholy Cross oozes of traditional 80's meat and potatoes metal, with the power metal vibe sprinkled in, to add more flavor. The songs are well structured and cry out for you to sing along. Most of the songs contain solid hooks with melodic choruses. Not all the songs hit the mark, but the majority do. This one has grown on me with repeated listens. Worth checking out.
Bottom Line: Solid power metal from a somewhat veteran band. The band is 7 years in, and appear not to be losing any ground. Good solid melodic songs that contain solid ripping and solid musicianship. It may not blow your doors, but is likely to stay in the rotation for awhile.
Standout Tracks: Reflections of Evil, The Ones We Left Behind, Together We Fight and Unholy Cross
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