Right, the last few entries have been meditative and contemplative (i.e. slow). So let’s pick up the pace considerably with some high octane foot to the floor thrash metal. Like their peers, Overkill have enjoyed an unexpected renaissance over the last ten years. Thrash has undergone a remarkable critical revaluation and is now regarded as a highly important part of Metal’s evolution (rather than a fly by night movement). It is in a healthy state now, more than it ever was in its supposed eighties heyday with a whole new generation of exciting bands (Power Trip, Gamma Bomb, Evile) joining a rejuvenated old guard in producing excellent material.

Overkill have certainly found their mojo over the last decade. Unlike other acts, they never actually split but they did experience a veritable merry go round of band members and a massive drop in quality. However since 2010, they have grown again in popularity and also in creative integrity. 2014’s “White Devil Armoury” was excellent and they have found again that swift swagger. “The Wings of War” is great. Classic thrash but it has enough originality not to sound like an Anthrax or Metallica copy. It’s fast, confident and full of excellent songs. Another triumphant return to form for Overkill.