Comaniac is a Swiss Thrash Metal band, that was conceived in 2010; the band has released a handful of singles, split, two demos and three full-length studio albums. On October 13th, 2023, the band has released their fourth studio album, None For All. The album was released through WormHoleDeath Records.
Introduction:
Comaniac, None For All: This review will evaluate every aspect of the album, from its intricate musical composition to its production. Our analysis will provide valuable insights to help you determine if this album is worth adding to your collection.
The First Three Sins of None For All
Let’s start by discussing the first three sins of Comaniac and their None For All album.
The First Sin, The Strings/Keys: Features lightning-fast and precise guitar playing, filled with intricate and progressive riffs, that transition into melodic and acoustic sections. The Second Sin, The Vocals: Involve raw and intense vocals with anthem choruses. The Third Sin—The Percussions: This involves a vast world of dynamic drumming with various tempos, breaks, beats, and strikes.
The Fourth Sin: Overall Discussion: A must-have for those seeking an adrenaline-pumping start to their day
As soon as the listener presses that play button, the opening piece, Eye To Eye, greets the listener with a melody induction before rolling over into this progressive/technical thrash metal.
The listener embarks on a journey with the second piece, Desolation Manifest, and the seven remaining pieces. The journey addresses and criticises the imbalance of empathy and indifference in society. Between structure and chaos, hope and resignation, nine songs make you think individually, socially, and politically.
None For All was a delightful surprise. It is a unique blend of American thrash metal, such as Slayer and Exodus, and German metal, such as Destruction and Kreator. Combined with progressive and technical elements, this fusion creates a musical journey that takes the listener deeper into the spectrum. Including melodies and acoustic and traditional metal at the right moments adds to the intrigue and keeps the listener engaged, offering a truly one-of-a-kind sound.
Comaniac‘s production is a testament to their meticulous devilmanship, showcasing their dedication and skill. The raw and intense vocals, fast and complex guitar work, and dynamic drumming with various tempos, breaks, beats, and strikes all contribute to an immersive and diverse listening experience. It’s a journey that will keep you excited from start to finish and leave you in awe of the band’s technical prowess.
The vocal performance in the songs is raw and intense, almost as if the singer is pushing their voice to the limit. This could be a deliberate stylistic choice, reflecting the intense and aggressive nature of the music, or it could be a natural characteristic of the singer’s voice.
For some listeners, including myself, this rawness initially felt off-putting. Additionally, there were moments where the vocals veered into Slayer-esque screams, which could be jarring for some. Despite these vocal nuances, ‘None For All’ is a testament to the band’s artistry and a complex album. Like any thrash metal act, this is another nonstop barrage of fresh, gritty, heavy, aggressive, and technically anthem songs that will have you cranking the volume to the max, headbanging, and fist-pumping.
The album comes to an end with the last song, Self Sacrifice. The aggressive music is tempered to a mid-range tempo, and the guitar harmonises with progressive and melodic passages and solos. The drum work adopts a more subdued tone. The vocals feature harsh singing, creating an anthem-like chorus feel, bringing the album to a perfect close.
We want to give a shoutout to WormHoleDeath for letting us review Comaniac and their None For All album. Now, we’re going to wrap it up by talking about the final three sins and concluding the review.
You’re Listening to “Eye For Eye”
PlayThe Last Three Sins
Let’s discuss the last three sins, our thoughts on Comaniac and their None For All album..
The Fifth Sin, The Memorabilia: Is that for us, Each track on this album runs for forty minutes, delivering a unique and refreshing thrash metal experience perfect for jumpstarting your morning. The vibrant compositions and energetic music are bound to captivate any listener, making this release a must-have for those seeking an adrenaline-pumping start to their day with powerful guitar riffs, heart-pounding drum beats, and intense vocals. This will leave you energised and ready to tackle the day ahead, infusing you with a renewed sense of energy and excitement.
The Sixth Sin, The Artwork:
I get this feeling, the artwork draws back to the old-school thrash days, epically Exodus, Destruction, Kreator and Megadeth
The Seventh Sin, Disrelish:
Nothing to disrelish within the musical spectrum of Comaniac, and their album None For All.
This concludes the Comaniac, None For All review.
Track-Listing:
- Eye To Eye
- Desolation Manifest
- None For All
- Long Life Doll
- Start The Madness
- Nothing But Lies
- Breakdown Rite
- Between The Stars
- Self Sacrifice
Comaniac is:
- Jonas Schmid – vocals, guitars
- Valentin Mössinger – guitars
- Stefan Häberli – drums
- Tom Zürcher – bass
