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Rob Zombie's Hellbilly Returns: The Great Satan Unleashed
27 Feb
Summary
- Rob Zombie's eighth solo album, 'The Great Satan,' marks a return to his signature industrial metal sound.
- Original band members Mike Riggs and Rob 'Blasko' Nicholson reunite with Zombie for the first time in 25 years.
- The album is considered a spiritual successor to the iconic 1998 release, 'Hellbilly Deluxe.'
Rob Zombie has released his eighth solo album, 'The Great Satan,' heralding a significant return to the industrial metal sound that defined his early career. This new record is widely regarded as a spiritual successor to his seminal 1998 album, 'Hellbilly Deluxe.'
The Great Satan features the highly anticipated reunion of guitarist Mike Riggs and bassist Rob "Blasko" Nicholson, who haven't worked with Zombie in 25 years. Their return injects a fresh wave of energy into Zombie's signature sound, reminiscent of his initial success.
The album opens with a series of tracks that recapture the intense, fright-night atmosphere of his earlier work. Songs like "F.T.W. 84," "Tarantula," and "(I'm a) Rock 'N' Roller" showcase chainsaw-revving guitars, driving rhythms, and sci-fi synths, evoking a potent blend of horror and high-octane rock.
Despite his enduring status in metal and a prolific directing career, Zombie's recent musical output had not produced tracks rivaling his classic material. However, 'The Great Satan' demonstrates his continued vocal power and energetic performance, delivering the heavy sound fans have been eager to hear again.
