Sevendust has been churning out albums since 1997. Straight out of Atlanta, GA, this band came on the scene and made some heavy noise in the world of metal. I’ve been a fan since their debut and I have to say, in their 14 album catalog, there really isn’t a dud.
Some albums are heavier than others, and some have different themes than others, but overall the songwriting is always solid and you can tell these are next-level musicians.
Even when lead guitarist, Clint Lowery wasn’t with the band, Sonny Mayo fit in perfectly and they were still able to crank out a few albums that hold up to this date!
If you’ve ever seen 7D live, you know that they tear the roof off of any venue they play. Their energy is infectious and their sound is monstrous and so much like their albums that you wouldn’t think it’s possible. Now, we’re talking about their latest album, so we’ll save their live reviews for another article. But just keep in mind next time they come to town that they do not disappoint their fans.
What makes their latest album Truth Killer so awesome is that with the exception of a few choices, they keep an undeniable Sevendust record. Meaning, sure they experiment. Yes, there are some electronic sounds and modern elements used to flare things up, but overall when you put this album on, you know what you’re going to get. And that’s a great thing!
Vocalist Lajon Witherspoon hasn’t lost his touch, with smooth yet aggressive vocals that blend perfectly with backup vocals from Clint Lowery. And of course, the peppered shouts from drummer Morgan Rose sound well-placed as well.
On the topic of Rose, listening to his drumming journey is impressive too. He is an animal behind the kit and it’s so fun to hear.
The rest of the band sounds tight and polished and plays like they’ve been doing this since 1997. Making it seem flawless and effortless and magical all at once.
Let’s take a look at some standout tracks from Truth Killer!
