Megadeth - Rust In Peace (1990)

Without a doubt one of my all-time favourites, Rust In Peace has never let me down, not even once. It's so damn fast, the technical prowess of all the musicians is so breathtaking, this is an album that's perpetually entertaining. As most of you may know, lead man Dave Mustaine was kicked out of Metallica in '83, after which he formed his own, in many ways superior, heavy metal band. On the verge between thrash and speed, Rust In Peace has about everything it needs to be an all-time classic: superb drums, brilliant bass player, great rock riffs... But what makes this album especially fascinating over and over again are the guitar gods Dave Mustaine and Marty Freidman. They're equally accomplished virtuoso players, but each has his own distinctive style. It's a real pity that Freidman later left Megadeth, as the interplay between himself and Mustaine really ensured Megadeth a top ten place in the metal annals. Rust In Peace: a musical roller coaster that will not disappoint anyone who's fond of hard rock or heavy metal.

Some people apparently have misgivings about Dave 'Donald Duck' Mustaine's voice. I can see why (quack quack!) but I don't agree. It perfectly suits the atmosphere of the music - it's actually similar to how aptly the cover art relates to the music. And another thing: read Mustaine's lyrics! Not your usual metal "Oh the world is so dark and depressing, let's go back in time or else kill ourselves" stuff, but crammed with cynical jokes and jabs towards the establishment: politicians, the army, the media. I can't help but think that things haven't changed a lot in the world since this album came out.

Tracks

1. Holy Wars...The Punishment Due (6:35)
2. Hangar 18 (5:14)
3. Take No Prisoners (3:28)
4. Five Magics (5:42)
5. Poison Was The Cure (2:58)
6. Lucretia (3:57)
7. Tornado Of Souls (5:22)
8. Dawn Patrol (1:50)
9. Rust In Peace...Polaris (5:36)

Total time: 40:45

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posted by Paxjorge @ Saturday, March 11, 2006