ALBUM REVIEW: Ten Ton Slug - Colossal Oppressor
The artwork for this album depicts a huge, weighty, monstrous creature, crushing all in its wake. It’s terrifying, destructive but impressive form is on show for all to see. A perfect metaphor for the music contained inside. Ten Ton Slug have already carved out a successful fan base large enough to cause the sell-out of vinyl copies of this album before its release date. This was also long before reviews began to surface, demonstrating the faith and loyalty this band create. The two singles released have already hinted at the calibre of the album Colossal Oppressor , and I am happy to report the first few minutes of this album will settle any nerves fans may have had revolving round it’s quality. The acoustic sounding guitar leads into the weighty riff of the first track The Ooze . It’s slow, sludgy, and powerful. All the components that invoke The Slug’s earlier work is still here. This is essential as the EPs the band have released, along with their live show...