Primal Fear: For the Fans of Judas Priest

“Free choices always had the chance

To play the music you like true and faithful

You support this sound and rhythm

You back up it's future from deep in your heart

Faster beats are pounding

While the fans are shouting

Metal is forever

In every single matter

Metal is forever

Nations come together.”
--“Metal is Forever” by Primal Fear from Devil’s Ground, 2004

Often the most sincere for of flattery is imitation.

Hence Primal Fear. Their albums are great exercises of tough, no-nonsense, straight-forward and basic Heavy Metal. Tough dueling guitars, the heavy thud of the drums, the perfectly timed bass riffs, and the screaming vocals are all pleasure to the ear.

But wait, you have heard this before.

Known as Germany’s version of Judas Priest, they truly sound that way. Perhaps the most unique departure from their usual hum is Seven Seals. More melodic than many of the counterparts, this is a fine album.

The rest are good enough, but the Judas Priest sound is very apparent. The video for Angel in Black shows the depth and consistency of the above.

Enjoy them, as they are a great band; but beware the repercussions of Screaming for Vengeance.