Once again, on a Warped Tour compilation album, I discovered a group called Killswitch Engage that was heavier than most music that I liked at the time, but was unique in that you could actually comprehend the screams and growls. Upon doing an amazon.com search I found that if you like Killswitch Engage, you might also enjoy Lamb of God.Lamb of God was the first artist that came to mind when I read Laura's description of Music Togetherness. They are quite simply a complete adrenaline rush from start to finish. Listening to them gets me fired up to take on any task whether it be a spreadsheet or shadow boxing in the indian burial mound. This group is excellent at what they do in this genre. Vocalist Randy Blythe's lung capacity is nothing short of miraculous and drummer Chris Adler is one of the best in the business. As I said before, I love how heavy they play every track, the constant use of the double bass drums, how you can actually understand Randy's lyrics through the death metal growls, and how they sound even better live. With so many solid tracks, it is hard for me to pick a favorite, but the second break down on Wrath's 'Contractor' is probably the heaviest moment in music that I have ever heard.
With lyrics primarily driven by anger, hatred and rage, I would recommend picturing something that just pisses you right off and let Lamb of God beat the living shit out of it. Knowing that this genre is probably outside of everyone's comfort zone and that most of these tracks will start to sound the same, I have listed out my favorite tracks for your focus if all else fails.
Suggested Listening:
- As the Palace Burns (2003) - 11th Hour, Ruin
- Ashes of the Wake (2004) - Laid to Rest, The Faded Line
- Sacrament (2006) - Walk With Me in Hell, Redneck
- Wrath (2009) - Contractor, Broken Hands
