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Sons Of Cult Desolation CD Review

January 19, 2025
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In 2023, Spain's Sons of Cult released their debut album 'Back to the Beginning'. The band is what many would consider NWOTHM and I concur with that consensus. The album highlighted many influences ranging from Judas Priest and Saxon to Accept and even more modern bands like Eternal Champion. Just a year later, Sons of Cult released a four song EP entitled 'Desolation'. This EP shows a lot of growth in both the sound and quality of music, but the production as well.


The galloping guitar riffs on opener "Here We Are" really hook you in as the melody comes across as something epic and dire. The title track is possibly the best offering here as it showcases the band's ability to create not just memorable, but outstanding songs that stick with you long after the album is over. What stands out the most to me here is vocalist Jaume Vilanova's warm and commanding vocals that at times sound like Udo Dirkschneider which is pretty neat considering all the Accept influences I pick up form the band. The final two tracks, "Now It's My Turn" and " Too Late Again" are good, but don't have the impact as the first half of the EP. Regardless, if you're a traditional heavy metal fan, definitely check them out.

~TJ

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