Speed Hammerin’ Metal by Crimson Storm: A Wild Ride Through Heavy Riffs and Chaos
Alright, buckle up, because Speed Hammerin’ Metal by Crimson Storm is one of those albums that grabs you by the throat and doesn’t let go. Released in 2015 under Sarlacc Productions and Witches Brew (cool names, right?), this Irish-German powerhouse delivers exactly what its title promises—pure, unfiltered speed metal madness with a side of heavy rock grit. It’s raw, it’s loud, and honestly? That’s why I love it.
Let’s talk tracks. First off, there’s “Shockwaves (Tyran Pace).” Man, this song hits like a freight train. The opening riff slams into your ears so hard you might need to sit down for a sec. What sticks with me about this track isn’t just the relentless energy—it’s how the vocals feel like they’re screaming directly into your soul. You can practically hear the sweat dripping off the mic as Tyran Pace belts out every word. It’s chaotic, sure, but in the best way possible. Like, if chaos had a soundtrack, this would be it.
Then there’s “Headfukker” (or “Headfükker,” depending on which version you’re looking at—I mean, who even knows anymore?). This one feels like an adrenaline shot straight to the heart. The drums are pounding so fast you start wondering if the drummer has extra arms or something. And the chorus? Sticky as hell. I found myself mumbling “Headfukker!” while making coffee the other day, much to my own confusion. It’s catchy, aggressive, and kinda unhinged—all the ingredients for a banger.
Now, here’s the thing about Speed Hammerin’ Metal: it doesn’t try to reinvent the wheel. Instead, it takes the wheel, throws gasoline on it, and lights it on fire. Tracks like these remind you why heavy metal will never die—it’s music made for headbanging, shouting along, and losing yourself completely. Plus, coming from Ireland and Germany, two places known for their killer metal scenes, Crimson Storm brings a unique blend of Celtic fury and Teutonic precision.
So yeah, this album ain’t perfect. Some transitions feel a bit rough around the edges, and maybe not every track lands perfectly—but honestly? That’s part of its charm. It’s messy, wild, and unapologetically itself. Kinda like life, huh?
Final thought: If aliens ever invade Earth and ask us to explain human emotion through music, I’m handing them Speed Hammerin’ Metal. Either they’ll get it and leave us alone, or they’ll blast us into oblivion. Either way, we win.
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