For years, DevilDriver has been one of the top groove metal acts. They tend to make consistently good, heavy album and their sound has stayed pretty much same since their inception. Well if it ain't broke it don't fix it, Beast is another success for DevilDriver.
Beast really isn't too much of a change of pace for DevilDriver. It's very similar, but the slight changes keep their sound fresh. Beast starts off with a bang with "Dead To Rights". The signature DevilDriver sound is in place right out of the gates: heavy groove riff, thunderous drums and Dez Fafara's trademark shrieking. "Dead To Rights" sets the tone for what's to come. DevilDriver knows to make badass groves and writes a ton of killer riffs here. Beast is a very pissed off record and the best tracks DevilDriver make are when they at their angriest. You can really feel the anger in album standouts "Talons Out(Teeth Sharpened)" and "Shitlist". The whole band gives their most impressive performances on the whole record on these tracks and this is where DevilDriver is at their peak. Most of the album is relentlessly heavy, but occasionally, on tracks such as "Coldblooded" they throw in some melodic undertones and slow riffs to keep the sound fresh.It's a solid contrast from the pummeling riffs that embody most of the record and it make the listening experience that much more enjoyable.
Beast isn't DevilDriver's attempt to reinvent the wheel, it's pretty similar to their other work and I'm fine with that. DevilDriver is damn good at what they do. They make pissed off groove metal with catchy, heavy riffs and there are very few that do it better them. If you liked DevilDriver before, Beast will be be right up your alley. If you weren't a fan before this won't change your mind. Beast is another enjoyable record from DevilDriver.
4/5 Stars
Standout Tracks
1.Talons Out(Teeth Sharpened)
2.Shitlist
3.Coldblooded
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