Brad: the death metal loving lumberjack ready to roast anything in sight Blayne: the death doom loving stoner comedian ready to crack a few jokes Good combo
I know this comment is from a while ago, but yeah, I left this album in the past where it belongs, but this popped up in my suggestions and I had to watch it for some laughs hahah
I'm a huge Machine Head fan and haven't even listened to the whole record yet, which says a lot about the quality of this album. Second worst after Supercharger, The Burning Red is definitely better.
It's awesome how I have feelings about records that I can't describe to people, then I come on here and you guys articulate them perfectly and I'm like "Yes! That."
I did the same thing 4. 5. 6. And I kept 7. And the rest was good..to bad they decided to try something different and a lot of folks are given them heat for it
The thing that really made half the album suck for me was the lyrics. I'm from Europe, so political lyrics about america is already an issue that isn't very interesting to me beyond the news, and when they are so one sided and poorly written as they were on Catharsis they get in the way of the actual music.
I did the same. I got rid of California Bleeding, Triple Beam and Bastards, and shuffled the track listing a little bit. It's no masterpiece still, but at least it's more solid.
MetallicA7X92 Exactly. I can’t imagine anyone would want his corny political views shoved up their ass like this record attempted. Rob has just jumped on America’s trendy far “left” bandwagon that’s so popular now. They mostly sound like whiny idiot children.
I am curious to see how these new songs will come off live at concerts, because so far the singles that have been released have this "call and respond" kind of structure where a live audience will be more involved in the songs: singing, chants, hand claps in the air etc... Let the test of time be the real measure to how good an album is. As a long time MH listener I am going to reserve my thoughts for a good 6 months and let this album grow on me. Don't jump the gun, folks. I got 99 problems and a music album will never be one.
1-THE BLACKENING 2-BURN MY EYES 3-UNTO THE LOCUST 4-THE MORE THINGS CHANGE 5-BLOODSTONE & DIAMONDS 6-THROUGH THE ASHES OF THE EMPIRES 7-THE BURNING RED 8-SUPERCHARGER 9-CATHARSIS
really liked the review's style and I'm glad that I followed through to the end because the Shout-Out to Tribulation's Down Below totally made my day. Just got to see them live and they are nothing but awesome. This said I really like Catharsis. There's a lot of good on that album and I feel that a lot of people just can't live with the fact that Machine Head dares to try some things they didn't want to have. I also don't mind the length of the album, though I agree that they coukd have cut it into something shorter and more cohesive. But that was obviously not what they went for which I'm totally fine with.
The Blackening is still an excellent album. Every song hit me right in my gut at 14. I admit i haven't followed them much after Blackening, i had no idea fell off so much lyrically. Bummer.
OK, Blayne's meth bit with the song titles/themes was excellent. Brad trying so hard to be positive is understandable because I love Machine Head but I can't really figure out how I feel about this record yet. 'Triple Beam' was cringey, 'Bastards' is way outside MH's wheelhouse but I get it. 'Eulogy' is a totally unnecessary 6+min reworking of 'Bastards'. However, just when I think about turning off the record, a riff or solo sucks me back in. I guess the best way to describe this record is: frustrating. Good job, guys!!
I like these no BS reviews that are far shorter than a bad album I later wish I'd skipped, and like the thumbs up for good albums at the end. Looking up Tribulation and Mammoth Grinder. \m/
Man, this was one of the best reviews you guys ever did And I don't know WTF happened, MH released 3 awesome albums one after another, and then they come if this shit ???
Never massive on watching metal content on RUclips, but damn I think I love you guys. Reminds me of the banter I'd have at college with my friend ripping on the shit, and blasting the great.
I love Underground Hip-Hop & Metal, But sometimes trying to mesh the 2 just doesn't work. With the Exception of Anthrax, Public Enemy, Body Count, Ill Bill & Necro.
Brothers & Sisters, I took it upon myself to cut all the fat off ‘Catharsis.’ Here is my new track listing for the record. Let me know what you think. Catharsis by Machine Head 2018 TRACK LISTING REDUX 1. Beyond The Pale 2. Violatile 3.Psychotic 4. Kaleidoscope 5. Hope Begets Hope 6. Heavy Lies The Crown 7. Grind You Down 8. Razorblade Smile 9. Screaming At The Sun 10.Catharsis Cut it down from a 15 track record that ran 1 hour and 14 minutes to a 10 track album with a run time of 50 mins. I find it far more bearable.
i think brads beard is acting as a high pass filter for his lapel mic or his voice has mids boosted somehow (??) but blayne sounds way clearer for some reason.
My 6 month baby have a trouble sleeping so I play him this album, because it’s better then white noise for sleeping, now we don’t have problema, I use it for digestive problems.
Loved it! Guys, please do this more often. As often as possible. Fuck. Please make it a regular show! PS: I dont give a shit about the albums reviewed, I just wanna see you guys.
This album for me is like the film The Last Jedi. Something new and different but ultimately unsatisfying in its execution. And can I second the criticism about length? Man, this was a slog to get through. A long epic album can work but only if the songs are well written and interesting.
Damn. I was looking forward to this one, but it really does sound like it's really inconsistent and could have been shortened by a lot. A few too many nu-metal elements too. Like, they were on a roll when they first got Demmel back. The guitar interplay between him and Flynn was spectacular on Ashes of Empires, The Blackening, and Locust. Overall those were solid, straightforward thrash albums that are really easy to get behind. But this one sounds like a lot of wasted potential, and to be honest I was the hugest fan of the last one either. The symphonic touches didn't fit as well with the superheavy moments. Props to Robb for experimenting and never being satisfied, but his attempts at experimenting tend to just...not work...
The album isn't necessarily bad, but isn't good either - especially the lyrics on most of the songs. Giving the genres the album has been described as, I still think it's okay for people who mostly enjoy Nu and Alternative Metal. I expected it to be another Machine Head album, but I'm on their side for wanting to change. As for me, I know there are other songs on the album that are really good and I should give them more chance, but as for now I really dig the title track, Beyond the Pale, Triple Beam (while it's probably the most Rap song on the album, it has beautiful slow-paced melodic on the verses that gives me goosebumps. Reminds me of good old Machine Head), Kaleidoscope, and Grind You Down.
Also, another thing I forgot to mention. Catharsis is your typical "quantity-over-quality" album, in comparison to the low quantity of The Blackening and Unto the Locust, yet they're both quality albums. So, not necessarily a bad album as a whole. There are some songs that are decent.
Quite possibly the best music review out there! I've enjoyed Machine Head for a long time, with Burn My Eyes, The Blackening and Unto The Locust being great releases, but this is just a mess.. Anyway, more reviews with both of you!
I got a little worried when I saw a MACHINE HEAD review coming from you guys. But, I'm glad yous shot it down, man. I thought that I would have had to unsubscribe from the BANGER channel.
I found nothing wrong with this album I like the dynamic that Rob brings to the album using acoustic songs as well as showing the classical aspects of robs guitar playing and his vocal ability. great album.
Been waiting for this review since I heard bastards. Not disappointed. I swear I used to regard Flynn as the best lyricist in metal....not anymore. Vocals seem to be too much in the forefront. Dont know why bands are so scared to put out two albums that sound the same...just make a Blackening 2. Everyone wants it.
Because then it lacks musical integrity. It's no longer sincere/honest. That being said, making albums with a similar inspiration and theme/formula CAN be a good thing. Metallica did it for their first 4 albums. Slayer did it for their first 6 albums, ACDC did it forever, Van Halen did it for their first 6 albums and so did Black Sabbath. None of them were exactly the same, but at least the genre and style was recognizable.
Seems like their judging the album based on the lyrics and concept alone....not once did I hear them talk about the instrumentals other than the first song...
What pisses me off about Triple Beam is that if they had just said "that's what happens when you balance life..." And gone into that groove without repeating that vocal it could have been a good song. Maybe.
Robb Flynn solo project masquerading as a Machine Head record.
JTMsish L2swim thats almost every machinehead record
Brad: the death metal loving lumberjack ready to roast anything in sight
Blayne: the death doom loving stoner comedian ready to crack a few jokes
Good combo
Thanks so much man! Much love to you.
Best Banger review to date. Blayne killed me on this one, holy shit.
Thanks bud! Always love to hear from ya.
Wow. Not only do you have better taste in music, but you also have a better sense of humor. What a lucky guy!
Okay, cool.
Frank Reid anyone who can talk about a death doom album for 10 minutes “knows about metal”
hey count...I agree with you
This needs to happen more. Blayne and Brad are the new Beavis and Butthead.
Thanks Tyson. Just need more heh heh heh heh. Next time maybe we'll do our best impressions.
I love this comparison
Never get rid of Blayne.
not once not ever.
J.I. Vargas he is the best
Blaynes Gay!
The instrumentals aren't that bad, but these lyrics reach maximum levels of cringe.
Yeah, could have been much better but... :/
I'd literally say to myself "Wow this riff sounds good, whats Rob gonna do to ruin this?"
Fred durst / insane clown posse levels
@@fredriksvard2603 Nah it ain't that bad bro btw who listens to Insane Clown Posse
And every time he sings, it’s just all bad. His heavy and light voices are both super annoying.
This is the funniest review I've ever seen in my life. Kudos guys. This album is horrific.
Thanks so much, Ryan. Glad you dug it!
that moment when you realize the review of the record is more enjoyable than the record itself.
I know this comment is from a while ago, but yeah, I left this album in the past where it belongs, but this popped up in my suggestions and I had to watch it for some laughs hahah
Rob Flynn is the Shia Lebouf of metal plain and simple
Not sure what that means, but I back it.
Aggressive Tendencies I think he means a pious sjw douchebag. But,I could be wrong.
@@sakblabbath65 correct
Your right because he's a great actor.
I want Blayne and Brad to review random things in my home.
I'm down for it!
We're there!
rob flynn is the corniest dude alive...
Actually Blayne is
Facts
I dunno but he has become corny especially live he's so predictable
Rob flynn is one of the best vocalists metal has ever had.
"I just miss Lemmy" Holy shit I was dying that whole fucking part. 3:37 Instant RUclips classic.
I'm just waiting for Robb to complain on his social media about this review, saying that you have no taste
Well this comment just became ridiculously relevant a year later🤣
@@jonsnow5230 Nah he ain't that trigger-ish
Perfect duo! Please keep 'em coming! We need reviews like this one. Congrats to both!
Thank you so much, friend!
horrific album, great review
Thanks Andrew, glad you dug the review.
At least something good came out of it eh?
2 BLAYNE REVIEWS IN ONE DAY FUCK YEAH. OH AND BRAD YOUR COOL TOO.
this album is so cringe
That opening track sounds like the riff from Chimaira's song "Cleansation."
This dude on the right is fuckin awesome.
Please, please make this a reoccurring segment with you two.
We'd love to!
I think you're being too generous with the 1 1/2 skull.
Listening to a previously unheard Machine Head album is like tripping onto a minefield - you never know if you'll get through it alive.
Right? Them and Trivium.
New Portal is out. Please consider.
The dream-work does not think i love portal
fucking love this channel love these reviews. every person on this team does a great job of being interesting and honest
Thank you so much, Ronnie!
I'm a huge Machine Head fan and haven't even listened to the whole record yet, which says a lot about the quality of this album. Second worst after Supercharger, The Burning Red is definitely better.
And took me a while to get through everything this week, but Yes! Tribulation. Fantastic. Great recommendations as usual guys.
Thanks homie!
It's awesome how I have feelings about records that I can't describe to people, then I come on here and you guys articulate them perfectly and I'm like "Yes! That."
Thank you for watching. Glad we can help explain your feelings on things.
Thats called not having a personality
I edited the album on Spotify and removed the songs that... well, suck.
It’s now a pretty good Machine Head album :)
Not all heroes wear capes. Thanks for watching!
I did the same thing 4. 5. 6. And I kept 7. And the rest was good..to bad they decided to try something different and a lot of folks are given them heat for it
The thing that really made half the album suck for me was the lyrics.
I'm from Europe, so political lyrics about america is already an issue that isn't very interesting to me beyond the news, and when they are so one sided and poorly written as they were on Catharsis they get in the way of the actual music.
I did the same. I got rid of California Bleeding, Triple Beam and Bastards, and shuffled the track listing a little bit. It's no masterpiece still, but at least it's more solid.
MetallicA7X92 Exactly. I can’t imagine anyone would want his corny political views shoved up their ass like this record attempted. Rob has just jumped on America’s trendy far “left” bandwagon that’s so popular now. They mostly sound like whiny idiot children.
We all miss Lemmy
The sexual tension in that room is craaazy!
My two favourite overkill reviewers!
Thanks so much, man!
This review is gold, GOLD I tell you lol. Great job, guys!
Haha thanks man!
I am curious to see how these new songs will come off live at concerts, because so far the singles that have been released have this "call and respond" kind of structure where a live audience will be more involved in the songs: singing, chants, hand claps in the air etc... Let the test of time be the real measure to how good an album is. As a long time MH listener I am going to reserve my thoughts for a good 6 months and let this album grow on me. Don't jump the gun, folks. I got 99 problems and a music album will never be one.
1-THE BLACKENING
2-BURN MY EYES
3-UNTO THE LOCUST
4-THE MORE THINGS CHANGE
5-BLOODSTONE & DIAMONDS
6-THROUGH THE ASHES OF THE EMPIRES
7-THE BURNING RED
8-SUPERCHARGER
9-CATHARSIS
No Watain review yet?
really liked the review's style and I'm glad that I followed through to the end because the Shout-Out to Tribulation's Down Below totally made my day. Just got to see them live and they are nothing but awesome.
This said I really like Catharsis. There's a lot of good on that album and I feel that a lot of people just can't live with the fact that Machine Head dares to try some things they didn't want to have. I also don't mind the length of the album, though I agree that they coukd have cut it into something shorter and more cohesive. But that was obviously not what they went for which I'm totally fine with.
The Blackening is still an excellent album. Every song hit me right in my gut at 14. I admit i haven't followed them much after Blackening, i had no idea fell off so much lyrically. Bummer.
That bit where Blayne's high....oh man....GENIUS!
John Landis no really?
OK, Blayne's meth bit with the song titles/themes was excellent. Brad trying so hard to be positive is understandable because I love Machine Head but I can't really figure out how I feel about this record yet. 'Triple Beam' was cringey, 'Bastards' is way outside MH's wheelhouse but I get it. 'Eulogy' is a totally unnecessary 6+min reworking of 'Bastards'. However, just when I think about turning off the record, a riff or solo sucks me back in. I guess the best way to describe this record is: frustrating. Good job, guys!!
Thanks dude! Yeah, the bits I picked were the sole shining moments (and even then, they weren't blindingly so) in a see of dirt. Sigh.
This is me nitpicking but there was a little sound pop right at the end, caught me unaware.
Awesome Candlemass patch \m/
I like these no BS reviews that are far shorter than a bad album I later wish I'd skipped, and like the thumbs up for good albums at the end. Looking up Tribulation and Mammoth Grinder. \m/
Glad you dig 'em, man. Hope you like Mammoth Grinder! Thank you for watching.
Appreciate the feedback man!
Man, this was one of the best reviews you guys ever did
And I don't know WTF happened, MH released 3 awesome albums one after another, and then they come if this shit ???
Thanks so much! Glad you dug out goofy lil review. And yeah, they really shit the bed here.
Never massive on watching metal content on RUclips, but damn
I think I love you guys. Reminds me of the banter I'd have at college with my friend ripping on the shit, and blasting the great.
More of these duo reviews... please. Excellent work boys.
Thanks homie! I hope we can do more. It was fun!
Shit was hilarious... and as a big Machinehead fan, sadly accurate.
I'm a casual Machine Head fan myself, so this was definitely disappointing.
Fuck no.
Tried to donate, but it says "Bad captcha response" when I try to register at Patron. : (
Oh no! Did you get this fixed yet?
Tribulation AND Mammoth Grinder in the Shout Outs. Them's some good Shout Outs.
The shout outs were the best part to film! Glad you dug 'em :)
Mammoth Grinder album is so good you want to hug a pony so you can feel less evil again
I love Underground Hip-Hop & Metal, But sometimes trying to mesh the 2 just doesn't work. With the Exception of Anthrax, Public Enemy, Body Count, Ill Bill & Necro.
This is the best Metal review channel on youtube. Keep it up!
Thanks dude!
We will man!
Brothers & Sisters,
I took it upon myself to cut all the fat off ‘Catharsis.’ Here is my new track listing for the record. Let me know what you think.
Catharsis by Machine Head 2018
TRACK LISTING REDUX
1. Beyond The Pale
2. Violatile
3.Psychotic
4. Kaleidoscope
5. Hope Begets Hope
6. Heavy Lies The Crown
7. Grind You Down
8. Razorblade Smile
9. Screaming At The Sun
10.Catharsis
Cut it down from a 15 track record that ran 1 hour and 14 minutes to a 10 track album with a run time of 50 mins. I find it far more bearable.
This is a great idea. I still don't think I'd LOVE the album, but it'd definitely be far more bearable.
Agreed. Sadly their worst effort. I am not a musician but I bought it so I will critique it,.
i think brads beard is acting as a high pass filter for his lapel mic or his voice has mids boosted somehow (??) but blayne sounds way clearer for some reason.
Haha my beard always gives us a problems with audio.
My 6 month baby have a trouble sleeping so I play him this album, because it’s better then white noise for sleeping, now we don’t have problema, I use it for digestive problems.
Dude.. i wanna see the OUTTAKES !!! it will be so awesome!!
I think the outtakes are just me laughing a lot.
Loved it!
Guys, please do this more often. As often as possible. Fuck. Please make it a regular show!
PS: I dont give a shit about the albums reviewed, I just wanna see you guys.
Thanks so much, Daniel. I hope we can do more because it was fun to film.
best review on the channel, well done blayne
am i the only one wondering which one of the Tribulation guitarists Blayne was talking about
The Power Trip cap noticed.
Honestly does anyone else think that the main riff in Volatile sound like Cleansation by Chimaira?
Jak2star Yeah found someone thinking the same ;)
Yeah someone else has commented that. I gotta check that song out too. I'm familiar with some Chimaira, but not that song.
Does Brad sleep in that Vatican hoodie or something?
Only when I'm REALLY tired and pass out before I can get my shirt off.
Love the review. Totally agree with you guys about the album
Thanks homie!
Yall should review more black metal, like the new abigor or summoning- and the new Portal comes out in 2 days!
Finally something to watch while showering. Also VIO-LENCE IS AWESOME!!!
You guys are such a great team xD
Thanks Harley!
Happy to hear it!
Blayne just need he's own channel dude a fucking legend lol gotta love his energy he brings to the table
I mean, he's a comedian so he does his own shows...just not shows like this!
Best BANGER review ever.
Thanks Steven!
How bout’ a review of that new Mammoth Grinder? Please and thank you.
You need to review the new one from watain.
Careful with those scores. Rob might find out and throw a bitch fit on social media. You know, cuz he's a mature 50 year old, grown ass man...
I can take it! He can hate me all he wants.
This album for me is like the film The Last Jedi. Something new and different but ultimately unsatisfying in its execution. And can I second the criticism about length? Man, this was a slog to get through. A long epic album can work but only if the songs are well written and interesting.
I really like the channel, you rock!
I listened to this review while on the shitter at work. And thats exactly where it belongs. The album that is. The review is fun.
Thanks Jacob! Hope your shit went well.
Why couldn't we of gotten a Portal-Ion review?
I don’t want a bunch of dickbags knowing who Portal is! For true metal heads only. 🤘😷666 🇦🇺
I wanna hear your thoughts on the new hidden intent album
Damn. I was looking forward to this one, but it really does sound like it's really inconsistent and could have been shortened by a lot. A few too many nu-metal elements too. Like, they were on a roll when they first got Demmel back. The guitar interplay between him and Flynn was spectacular on Ashes of Empires, The Blackening, and Locust. Overall those were solid, straightforward thrash albums that are really easy to get behind. But this one sounds like a lot of wasted potential, and to be honest I was the hugest fan of the last one either. The symphonic touches didn't fit as well with the superheavy moments. Props to Robb for experimenting and never being satisfied, but his attempts at experimenting tend to just...not work...
The album isn't necessarily bad, but isn't good either - especially the lyrics on most of the songs. Giving the genres the album has been described as, I still think it's okay for people who mostly enjoy Nu and Alternative Metal. I expected it to be another Machine Head album, but I'm on their side for wanting to change.
As for me, I know there are other songs on the album that are really good and I should give them more chance, but as for now I really dig the title track, Beyond the Pale, Triple Beam (while it's probably the most Rap song on the album, it has beautiful slow-paced melodic on the verses that gives me goosebumps. Reminds me of good old Machine Head), Kaleidoscope, and Grind You Down.
Also, another thing I forgot to mention. Catharsis is your typical "quantity-over-quality" album, in comparison to the low quantity of The Blackening and Unto the Locust, yet they're both quality albums. So, not necessarily a bad album as a whole. There are some songs that are decent.
Quite possibly the best music review out there! I've enjoyed Machine Head for a long time, with Burn My Eyes, The Blackening and Unto The Locust being great releases, but this is just a mess..
Anyway, more reviews with both of you!
Yes sir!
I enjoy this review format
Thanks Jared. We had fun filming it, so hopefully more will come out!
Yes! To Mammoth Grinder.
YOU KNOW! thank you for watching.
Holy shit. Best Overkill review ever, you friggin' rock guys. Now imagine this with a good album too ;P
Loved it! More NO BEEF reviews!!
Thanks Jon! I enjoyed doing this with Blayne, so I'm hopeful we'll do it again in the future.
FIST BUMP!
Did Banger ever review the last Suffocation album? I didn't see it on the site, but was kinda surprised that they wouldn't.
Love it! The serious part of Brad and funny part of Blayne is a nice combination! Keep on going!
Thanks man! Glad you dug it.
We are pals!
I got a little worried when I saw a MACHINE HEAD review coming from you guys. But, I'm glad yous shot it down, man. I thought that I would have had to unsubscribe from the BANGER channel.
Hey look man, this is a fair straight up review. Couldn't agree more with every word said to be honest.
Thank you! I always try to be fair in my reviews.
Thanks man! We try to keep it balanced.
I found nothing wrong with this album I like the dynamic that Rob brings to the album using acoustic songs as well as showing the classical aspects of robs guitar playing and his vocal ability. great album.
Winter patch FTW
YUS!
I can't believe there was a band still making music like this in 2018.
Been waiting for this review since I heard bastards. Not disappointed. I swear I used to regard Flynn as the best lyricist in metal....not anymore. Vocals seem to be too much in the forefront. Dont know why bands are so scared to put out two albums that sound the same...just make a Blackening 2. Everyone wants it.
Because then it lacks musical integrity. It's no longer sincere/honest. That being said, making albums with a similar inspiration and theme/formula CAN be a good thing. Metallica did it for their first 4 albums. Slayer did it for their first 6 albums, ACDC did it forever, Van Halen did it for their first 6 albums and so did Black Sabbath. None of them were exactly the same, but at least the genre and style was recognizable.
Was that guy fieri at 1:40
Yep!
im a big machine head fan but california bleeding is horibble its like a hollywood undead song
They need to do all the reviews.
We'll keep doing 'em as long as you keep watching 'em!
I think corny lyrics and corny gimmickry in songs have always been Machine Head's biggest weakness.
Close, but no, their biggest weakness is Rob and Rob alone.
Can someone enlightened me isn't meth smoked.
I have defitnetly done mdma and some coke but I thought that shit was smoked.
ThanksZ
Sam please do review the new PESTILENCE record.
Seems like their judging the album based on the lyrics and concept alone....not once did I hear them talk about the instrumentals other than the first song...
Grrrreeeaaattt... I'm going to see Machine Head tomorrow night.
I'm sure they're still good live! Thank you for watching.
They're a great live band. Just because the new one is shitty, doesn't take away from the amazing work they've done in the past.
Amen
Hope it was still a fun show!
MetalSkinz
True
What pisses me off about Triple Beam is that if they had just said "that's what happens when you balance life..." And gone into that groove without repeating that vocal it could have been a good song. Maybe.
Both of you dudes are awesome. I love these reviews.
Thanks so much homie! I love your music!
Back at ya pal!
Over a year later... I bought a physical copy of this album for a fraction of the original price...
Yeah it's still dumb...
I ordered the album just to support the band but hopefully it isnt too bad
😕