Finally got around to giving it my first listen. Blown away, as usual. Flamethrower is a real standout on the first listen.

Two listens so far. I’m definitely loving it and I think it’s hitting that great balance between progressive metal technicality and the catchy grooviness of thrash. There’s lots of great memorable riffs and sections, and I really love how there’s a consistent beat ticking throughout the more complicated time signatures (reminds me of the cross-tempos of the Timeland albums). Drumming is incredible too. Definitely a great first few impressions, I’m curious how well it’ll hold up over time.

Album absolutely rips. I love this more than ITRN, and I already loved that one a ton.

Dragon was already shaping up to be one of my favorite songs they had ever released; but Flamethrower is nuts.

Fuck me, this album rips and I love how they keep expanding their sound.

The drums on this entire album are nothing short of magnificent, and I’m really digging Stu’s throat singing.

Prediction for next new album (after the synth one that’s coming next): Since the boys seemed so inspired by the dead and co show, I think we’re gonna get some harmonic vocal Gizz soon.

Man, the boys never dissapoint. Every album I go in expecting that maybe this time it won’t gel with me but I’ve loved everything (even vibed with Timeland heaps).

Enjoyed the style and the whole concept of this one. Motor Spirit was a very strong start, and I liked Supercell -> Witchcraft but it hasn’t really clicked yet. But Gila Monster -> Flamethrower is some of the best stuff this band has done, holy shit. And to think there’s another album around the corner…