Deceptor

Yet to be reviewed.

Following in the musical footsteps of fellow citizens NORTHWIND and SARISSA during the 80s, DECEPTOR from Thessaloniki with the release of this 5-song demo were considered immediately the next big thing in the Greek Heavy Metal scene. When it was released, in the midst of a general amateurism that characterized the Greek bands at the time, it is no exaggeration to say that it caused a blast with its high level of production, song-writing and performance.

I remember when I first listened to them I could not believe that they were a Heavy Metal band from Greece! Beyond the unquestionable mastery of the musicians who made up the band, special mention should be made to the singer John K. (later in FATAL ATTRACTION and BIOMECHANICAL) whose vocal abilities could easily be compared with well known Metal superstars (his love for Bruce Dickinson cannot be hidden). Perhaps today, 30 years later, it is not so rare to hear such talented voices, but then, considering the musical background of Greek bands, it was really something extraordinary.

In this first official release, DECEPTOR perform a very melodic Power/Thrash Metal hybrid with occasional progressive touches here and there. The compositions have fascinating choruses that the singer's high-pitched voice takes to the next level, while the bulky sound of guitars cements them with solos that literally spit fire. All the songs in the demo are remarkable. I would single out “Too Late for Heroes”, an ideal introduction for the demo, fulfilling at the same time the definition of Power Metal music of the 80s that we all loved. "Nemesis" starts at a slow pace, and in the 8 minutes it lasts evolves into a Heavy Metal anthem which you do not get bored for even a moment. "Dome of Wrath" is the perfect song to close, leaving a bitter mood about how under different circumstances this forgotten band could grow. You cannot feel anything but sadness realizing that only two years later this vigorous union of ambitious young men fell in absolute silence.

Written by Christos Botsidis

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