Pantera-Vulgar Display of Power
The title of the album reminds me of The Exorcist, when the demon says "Much too vulgar display of power, Karras" in response to the priest asking it to undo the straps that are holding Reagan down to the bed.
"This Love" is as "ballad-y" as I get, and it's one of my favorites. It has a sing-song style to it. Going from hauntingly mellow to aggressive and loud-classic Pantera really.
There is something dark to the overall feeling of the album. It's because of many reasons-the screams of Phil Anselmo seem to come from something inside of him that he can't control-it's like the uncomfortable laughing Anthony Perkins does in Psycho. Wow, two horror movie references in one blog post.
Another darker aspect is the flat out outstanding riffs that Dimebag Darrell can play. Dimebag is the only one who can come close to Dave Mustaine in his guitar playing. Both men tell stories with their guitar. Close your eyes and listen to them. During Hangar 18 from Megadeth you can hear the story play out just with the guitar solos. The maniac depression style this album has is played out perfectly by Dimebag Darrell.
No comments:
Post a Comment