If you like Evil Survives, City Champs, Hot Live Guys or Disastroids, then it’s a safe bet you’ll like Landshark (of the Forest). This 7” is their first album. From the first track on the first side until this album is done, the intensity of blast beats and impressive guitar riffs are sure to make a lasting impression. Not to be outdone are the vocals, which are an outright assault on your skull that will leave you mesmerized. It’s easy to hear the abundance of metal and rock ‘n’ roll influences. The guitar riffs are reminiscent of early Led Zeppelin, while the drums and vocals are comparable to The Dillinger Escape Plan. All in all, this 10-song album is a very good first effort.

Published in Volume 63, Number 17 of The Uniter (January 22, 2009)