Review by JD on September 8, 2016.

I have noticed something over the many years I have written reviews. The great state of Texas is a hidden breeding ground for some of the most uncompromising yet trendsetting metal acts out there. So many bands have blessed my ears with no-holds-barred riffs, rumbling bass lines with that no nonsense attitude. With that said, I give you a very nasty Texan trio called DeathDodger as a perfect example of what the lone star state has been brewing.

Combining the franticness of old school punk with the brutality of metal and then adding in some straight ahead classic stylings of rock - and all of it into one unit- that is DeathDodger in a nutshell for all to hear. DeathDodger is the might of crossover, amped up to the next level, reworked and unleashed on to a much unexpected world. One of the three favorite albums I had done to date.

The whole EP stands out as a labor of love for the band set to a masterful array of ruthless riffs and biting words. Each song seems to have been crafted to lop your head right off of your shoulders like a sharp broadsword can do. I love the witty lyrics with rabid riffing overload of 'Die Young', not to mention the aggressive punk shot of 'Invincible'. These tracks stick out as the bands introduction of themselves to the world… and they said it loudly as hell.

If you are a crossover metal fan or not, I bed that nobody can ever deny the power this three piece band clearly as in their music. If you cannot see it the band for who they are, you’re probably ether very tone deaf, have the IQ of dryer lint or listen to Usher. This is flat out fun mixed with musical might.

DeathDodger is a band that has found a formula that works well, and wants to bring it to the world one slam pit at a time. Book me a spot in that pit… I am fucking there.

Rating: 9 out of 10

Review by JD on September 8, 2016.

I have noticed something over the many years I have written reviews. The great state of Texas is a hidden breeding ground for some of the most uncompromising yet trendsetting metal acts out there. So many bands have blessed my ears with no-holds-barred riffs, rumbling bass lines with that no nonsense attitude. With that said, I give you a very nasty Texan trio called DeathDodger as a perfect example of what the lone star state has been brewing.

Combining the franticness of old school punk with the brutality of metal and then adding in some straight ahead classic stylings of rock - and all of it into one unit- that is DeathDodger in a nutshell for all to hear. DeathDodger is the might of crossover, amped up to the next level, reworked and unleashed on to a much unexpected world. One of the three favorite albums I had done to date.

The whole EP stands out as a labor of love for the band set to a masterful array of ruthless riffs and biting words. Each song seems to have been crafted to lop your head right off of your shoulders like a sharp broadsword can do. I love the witty lyrics with rabid riffing overload of 'Die Young', not to mention the aggressive punk shot of 'Invincible'. These tracks stick out as the bands introduction of themselves to the world… and they said it loudly as hell.

If you are a crossover metal fan or not, I bed that nobody can ever deny the power this three piece band clearly as in their music. If you cannot see it the band for who they are, you’re probably ether very tone deaf, have the IQ of dryer lint or listen to Usher. This is flat out fun mixed with musical might.

DeathDodger is a band that has found a formula that works well, and wants to bring it to the world one slam pit at a time. Book me a spot in that pit… I am fucking there.

Rating: 9 out of 10

Review by JD on September 8, 2016.

I have noticed something over the many years I have written reviews. The great state of Texas is a hidden breeding ground for some of the most uncompromising yet trendsetting metal acts out there. So many bands have blessed my ears with no-holds-barred riffs, rumbling bass lines with that no nonsense attitude. With that said, I give you a very nasty Texan trio called DeathDodger as a perfect example of what the lone star state has been brewing.

Combining the franticness of old school punk with the brutality of metal and then adding in some straight ahead classic stylings of rock - and all of it into one unit- that is DeathDodger in a nutshell for all to hear. DeathDodger is the might of crossover, amped up to the next level, reworked and unleashed on to a much unexpected world. One of the three favorite albums I had done to date.

The whole EP stands out as a labor of love for the band set to a masterful array of ruthless riffs and biting words. Each song seems to have been crafted to lop your head right off of your shoulders like a sharp broadsword can do. I love the witty lyrics with rabid riffing overload of 'Die Young', not to mention the aggressive punk shot of 'Invincible'. These tracks stick out as the bands introduction of themselves to the world… and they said it loudly as hell.

If you are a crossover metal fan or not, I bed that nobody can ever deny the power this three piece band clearly as in their music. If you cannot see it the band for who they are, you’re probably ether very tone deaf, have the IQ of dryer lint or listen to Usher. This is flat out fun mixed with musical might.

DeathDodger is a band that has found a formula that works well, and wants to bring it to the world one slam pit at a time. Book me a spot in that pit… I am fucking there.

Rating: 9 out of 10

Review by JD on September 8, 2016.

I have noticed something over the many years I have written reviews. The great state of Texas is a hidden breeding ground for some of the most uncompromising yet trendsetting metal acts out there. So many bands have blessed my ears with no-holds-barred riffs, rumbling bass lines with that no nonsense attitude. With that said, I give you a very nasty Texan trio called DeathDodger as a perfect example of what the lone star state has been brewing.

Combining the franticness of old school punk with the brutality of metal and then adding in some straight ahead classic stylings of rock - and all of it into one unit- that is DeathDodger in a nutshell for all to hear. DeathDodger is the might of crossover, amped up to the next level, reworked and unleashed on to a much unexpected world. One of the three favorite albums I had done to date.

The whole EP stands out as a labor of love for the band set to a masterful array of ruthless riffs and biting words. Each song seems to have been crafted to lop your head right off of your shoulders like a sharp broadsword can do. I love the witty lyrics with rabid riffing overload of 'Die Young', not to mention the aggressive punk shot of 'Invincible'. These tracks stick out as the bands introduction of themselves to the world… and they said it loudly as hell.

If you are a crossover metal fan or not, I bed that nobody can ever deny the power this three piece band clearly as in their music. If you cannot see it the band for who they are, you’re probably ether very tone deaf, have the IQ of dryer lint or listen to Usher. This is flat out fun mixed with musical might.

DeathDodger is a band that has found a formula that works well, and wants to bring it to the world one slam pit at a time. Book me a spot in that pit… I am fucking there.

Rating: 9 out of 10

Review by JD on May 6, 2011.

I was so happy when I got the call to review a timeless metal classic Accept -"Metal Heart". I remember this album so well, but have to admit that it had been more than just a few years since I listened to it. One of my favorite albums of all times was their earlier release of 1983's "Balls To The Wall" album, one I wore out on cassette tape many times (I am old, LOL).... and I was happy to trip down memory lane.

Germany has had made so many good metal bands come over to our North America shores - some of which have influenced me greatly. None more than Accept (and death pioneers Destruction) has fired my need for good metal over my career. With a mixture of that all important power, great hooks and all of those timeless melodies that don’t compromise on using memorable heavy riffing, Accept showed that you can have commercial success without selling out.

I have to say that there are so many good tracks to talk about here, but their were those precious few that jumped to mind. 'Midnight Mover' and the title track are the main songs that show how good the band was back then... and that makes me nostalgic to hear more of it, to say the least. The others songs were good, but there was just something about these two that made them stand out.

The production was so slick on this album, that some of Accept’s glorious growling power had been lost but despite that little glitch - this was an album that any newer metalhead should hear and the seasoned veterans of the metallic life need to hear all over again. It is just that type of album. I call it classic.

Categorical Rating Breakdown

Musicianship:9
Atmosphere: 10
Production: 8
Originality: 9
Overall: 9

Rating: 9.0 out of 10

Review by JD on February 24, 2012.

Thirty Years in metal is impressive as hell, and it is if it is in any music. Metal maniac Matt Sinner is such a man who has become a humble figurehead in the world of metal music and no matter what band he is in or has formed. Sinner will be a bright and shining star that is his legacy.

One of the originators of the whole German metal thing in the early to late 80's and even beyond that, Sinner still commands respect across the whole spectrum of fans and musicians alike. Still true to its roots, Sinner still keeps sounding fresh and inviting while bringing the heaviness to the foreground. Matt and company is showing the true heart and passion that all metal still holds in high regards even when playing with his other act Primal Fear.

Songs that are this powerful yet capture the listener in the deepest parts of the soul are so addicting are what we all live for. Making this music makes it clear that Sinner continues its domination in the scene. Tracks like the infectious 'Give And Take' to the Thin Lizzy-esque 'Atomic Playboys'. The intensity and love of the music they play shines through and hammers home the fact that metal is a force before, today and for years to come.

"One Bullet Left" is an album that leads to a time when metal was king, and it is the album that will help keep the music strong and healthy. A legend is someone who is unselfishly gives to anyone and musically speaking Matt Sinner has been one person that has kept the metallic ball rolling on for years – and we can all be thankful for that.

Categorical Rating Breakdown

Musicianship: 9.5
Atmosphere: 9
Production: 8
Originality: 8.5
Overall: 9

Rating: 8.8 out of 10