HI-GH is a speed metal/punk hybrid
from Italy, and this is their second album. These guys just won't
stop throwing solely high paced compositions aimed at your face, of
which some hits, and some misses. Something that's good throughout is
the musical performance, which is constantly very tight with riffs
and solos sounding very well written. Thankfully they don't fall into
the technical excessiveness of modern thrash metal either, everything
is kept old school, but with a fresh production.What brings it all down a bit are the lyrics. Some might find them perfect, but I just don't get along with them at all. Sure, there are definitely those who are able to pull the whole sex, drugs & rock n' roll approach off, but it's a thin line between geniality and ridiculousness. Unfortunately, HI-GH are on the wrong side of it way to often. The right instinctive feeling is simply crucial, and when it's not there, it just gets kind of annoying.
With some lyrical improvements though, preferably drawing more towards satan, war and insanity (or whatever), this is a band that has got some serious potential. Really hope they get it right on the next album. 6.5/10 /H
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