These guys have just got their sound together and it all works in complete synch.īeard Of Wizard – Dramatic thunderstorm intro, with narration of a legend, spoken with true feeling, evoking real intrigue. Great pitch alternations and every note’s hit, with precision. Tasty bit of fret-bending, around the mid-section. That consistency runs throughout it, melodically, rhythmically and in the audio values. It’s another rhythmic number, with plenty of melody. The drumming gives this a colourful backdrop. Liking the sound of those Rose-esque vocals. New Disease – Opening on a bluesy groove. Just a tiny bit of dead space, at the end, but barely noticeable. Plenty of time to revel in it, before the smooth fade-out. The rhythms are the strength behind this track. Skilfully hit vocal tones, just after the mid-section. Lots of melody, again and some great intricate riffs. Vocals here just very slightly quieter, but growing gradually louder and still sustaining that strength and key well. Personality Treason – Skidding into the opening steer, with powerful riffs and catchily timed drum rolls. Again, a lot of Rose-esque vocal strength, pulling it off well, in terms of sustain and consistency. Staying with that marginally darker thread, without missing a beat. Breaking down, comfortably, incorporating more drum rolls and vocals just slightly edgier. I’m Still Alive – Heavy hitting intro, moving into a slightly darker melody. It just rolls along, happily, on an upbeat tide). Comfortably old school, mid-paced, with a big catch, reminiscent of G’N’R’s ‘UYI’ era.

Easy rhythms, lots of melody, delivered in a loose arrangement, with an easy groove.

Path Of The Warlock – Classic sleaze riff intro’ing, on a very trad metal refrain, complete with evil laugh.

They’ve played support for many well-known bands, including Candlebox, Ratt, Brett Michaels, Quiet Riot and Motley Sure. Former members of Known Felons and KISSTER (KISS tribute), they clocked up 20 years worth of American tours, with those bands. A Michigan metal quartet, all belonging to one family, KILJIN are out to play pure metal, with an explosive individual twist.

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