Valhalla / Boadicea

It’s a shame their catalogue is not more extensive. If you are a NWOBHM fan, Desolation Angels is a must; like Saxon, Judas Priest, Satan, Elixir, Jaguar or the almighty ABBA… uuups, that slipped through… never mind, the point is that if you haven’t listened to this band yet, and you are a fan of the genre, with Desolation Angels you will find yourself like Homer when he discovers chocolate at half price in the land of chocolate.

For starters we have a classic NWOBHM production; mostly sharp sound and well balanced instruments – I feel guitars are a bit low and fuzzy. Of course, Desolation Angels only use high-quality ingredients for their dishes: a typically loud bass that works so well in the genre; slow but steady drums with a powerful, thick sound; Maiden-like melodic solos and a crunchy guitar tone. Everything dressed with a melodic high-pitched voice that will make the listening experience complete.

For main dish a heavy “Valhalla” is served, consisting mainly of mid-paced rhythms and a catchy chorus. Even though, the good gourmet should also pay attention to the exquisite bass garnish; marking the rhythm together with the drum beats, and complementing the simple-yet-effective riffs. This is certainly an accessible dish; no delicate palate is needed to enjoy it.

The dessert is a homemade speciality, the guitar tutti-frutti “Beaudicea”. With a catchy all-time-rocker main riff, and a fresh delightful solo. You may notice a trickle of simplicity and good vocals surrounding the main elements to improve the appearance.

Well, those who don’t like this are usually people who have had a problematic childhood and a questionable manliness. Thus, my suggestion for you is to stop trying your mother’s underwear and start listening to Desolation Angels before the people in your neighbourhood start talking…