VICIOUS RUMORS · Digital Dictator (Re-Issue) | BLACK LP

Black vinyl.

Background information about 'Digital Dictator (Re-Issue)'

Vicious Rumors unleashed their seminal sophomore effort "Digital Dictator" back in 1988, and man, what a statement it was! This Bay Area power metal juggernaut delivered an album that perfectly captured the essence of late 80s metal madness while pushing boundaries with their technical prowess and razor-sharp songwriting. The title track alone is worth the price of admission - a cyberpunk anthem that feels both futuristic and timeless, driven by Geoff Thorpe's blistering guitar work and Carl Albert's soaring vocals that could shatter glass.

The album flows like a perfectly crafted metal journey, from the haunting opener "Replicant" through explosive tracks like "Towns on Fire" and the absolutely crushing "Minute to Kill". What sets this record apart is how Vicious Rumors managed to blend technical metal wizardry with genuine hooks and melodies that stick in your head for days. Songs like "Lady Took A Chance" showcase their ability to craft more melodic moments without sacrificing an ounce of heaviness, while "Worlds and Machines" delivers the kind of sci-fi themed metal that would make even Voivod jealous.

For fans of: Queensrÿche, Metal Church, Sanctuary, Helstar and Crimson Glory

Track listing

1. Replicant
2. Digital Dictator
3. Minute to Kill
4. Towns on Fire
5. Lady Took A Chance
6. Worlds and Machines
7. The Crest
8. R.L.H.
9. Condemned
10. Out of the Shadows

Manufacturer: Napalm Records Handels GmbH, Hammerplatz 2, 8790 Eisenerz, Austria , Contact: napalmrecords.com