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DOUBTING THOMPSON - Revelations - Reviewed By Metal Digest! Thursday April 7 2022, 10:40 AM

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DOUBTING THOMPSON - Revelations - Reviewed By Metal Digest ! Check it out here at this link: https://metal-digest.com/2022/04/04/doubting-thompson-revelations-ep/

‘Revelations’ packs plenty of aggressive riffs mixed with genuine angst. Taking many cues from early 80s Thrash, some of DT’s riffs come across as a rehash of early Slayer, et al (sorry), but to be fair, some do have an original sin…err I mean spin; There just isn’t quite enough substance overall. Jeff Thompson displays some real six-string talent here; his repertoire just needs a bit of broadening. ‘Revelations’ doesn’t boast the strongest lyrics or the most novel subject matter I’ve encountered. Subjects like societal inequality and authoritative abuse of power have a few whiskers at this point…and what’s with the animosity towards Wisconsin? Backstory, please. But wait, there’s a definite upside here.

Far and away, the standout is “Sludge,” a spirited instrumental in two distinct parts. First is the 4/4 downstroke ode to Papa Het that grooves with precision and vigor. It could benefit from fewer pinch harmonics, but who am I to judge? At 2:12, it abruptly changes gears. Stellar leads flying over raging Speed Metal grandeur; this is what I was waiting for. Without exaggeration, my ears perked up, and the volume knob was turned several notches to the right. Alas, this lasts for a mere 90 seconds, but it shows the potential DT has. My two cents? Build on “Sludge” and get someone to help with lyrics. Not kidding. ‘Revelations’ shows enormous potential. In the meantime, I will gladly put “Sludge” on repeat. - Metal Digest

Release Date: December 8, 2021

FFO: Testament, Coroner, Exodus

Location: Wisconsin, USA

Bio: Doubting Thompson is a thrash metal band based in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. With a recent commemoration in the Encyclopedia Metallum , a physical release on the Satanica label and an expanding body of work on the Bandcamp platform, Doubting Thompson presents a powerfully aggressive interpretation of metal. Born and raised in Lake County, Illinois, lead guitarist/songwriter/vocalist Jeff Thompson's performance highlights his roots in old school thrash metal. With a musical style often compared to Testament, Coroner, and Exodus, Doubting Thompson offers a hard-hitting blend of old school thrash and contemporary sensibilities. Their technical precision and driving propulsion set their performances square between the raw edge of finesse and fury. They effortlessly combine pummeling riffs with provocative messages that will leave the listener engaged, incited, and ready to get in the pit. They are currently working on their fourth EP, tentatively titled "Lizard Brain Aggressions."

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