Condition Critical

Rank #6 Monmouth Junction, NJ Metal / Thrash / Speed

About

Members: Alonso Maguiño - Guitar/Vox Ryan Donato - Drums Tony Barhoum - Guitar/Gang Vox Mike Dreher - Bass/Gang Vox

Sounds Like: Exodus, Slayer band, Testament, Kreator Official, Megadeth

Label: Burned By God Records LLC, Burned By God Records LLC

Manager: Shawn Scarano

Bio: Blowing in on a violent wind that will change the metal scene everywhere and forever are the new masters of old school thrash "Condition Critical". Established in late 2010, and after a few adjustments in their lineup, the four piece thrash band "Condition Critical" was brought to life. "Conditi... See Full Bio

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Status

: Our debut album "Operational Hazard " will be coming out very soon!! Hope everyone is ready for 8 songs of pure brutal NJ thrash metal!

Press

“New Jersey thrash metal band Condition Critical posted the artwork to their debut album “Operational Hazard” Wednesday, May 15, via the band’s official Facebook page.”

— Chris Butera, Examiner.com

““Your mind tells you not to, but your heart is pumping blood so fast to your brain that you end up headbanging uncontrollably to thrash metallers, Condition Critical!” – Scream”

— Scream, Headbang Today

“Monmouth, NJ-based old school thrashers CONDITION CRITICAL have released a video for their new track, 'Random Acts Of Killing'. The track will be featured on the band's debut album, Operational Hazard, due in April. The new track and upcoming album were recorded at Mana Recording Studios, owned by Eric Rutan, and were recorded and mixed by Brian Elliot at Mana. 'Random Acts Of Killing' is available for free download at this location. ”

— bravewords, Bravewords.com

“Last night Condition Critical backed up their promise when the band released the first single off their highly anticipated album, Random Acts Of Killing. The new track is as brutal as its name and features some nasty lyrics, aggressive drumming, neck snapping riffs and some bad as lead guitar work as well. If the rest of Operational Hazard is anything like Random Acts Of Killing we're all in for a treat!”

— Chad Arnold , Global Thrash Assault

“Old school thrash band CONDITION CRITICAL from the USA posted a video for "Random Acts Of Killing" from the upcoming first full-length album "Operational Hazard" to be released through Burned By God Records on April 1st 2013. This song is now available for download on soundcloud.”

— Breath - Fresher, Breath - Fresher

“ The band brings these ingredients together masterfully to create an explosive, memorable demo that will blow you away and rings true to metal fans worldwide. Condition Critical has arrived, prepare yourselves, they take no prisoners. Here's an interview with Alonso, vocalist of the band.”

— Paul Caravasi, Aquelarrezine

“CONDITION CRITICAL The US thrashers will release their debut album Operational Hazard via Burned By God Records on April 1. A video for the track Random Acts Of Killing is up on YouTube and you can also download the song via SoundCloud and ReverbNation. ”

— Featured Artists, Featured Artists

“Condition Critical is a Thrash Metal band from New Jersey – USA who recently released a demo in September 2011 to positive and encouraging reviews. With influences ranging from bands like Slayer, Exodus and Testament, the band digs deep into Old School Thrash Metal with memorable songs like “Time Wave Zero” and “Bred To Kill” which recall the days of early Kreator. The band also adds a Death Metal touch on songs like “S.M.R (Self Mutilation Ritual)” with non-stop riffing attack and aggressive drum beats.” -Patrick Saad In this interview the band discussed their upcoming trip to Florida to record their debut album, sharing the stage with notable bands like Morbid Saint, Jungle Rot, Burned By God Records, and more.”

— Japan Nick, WMSC Radio

“Condition Critical are a heavy metal machine based out of Monmouth Junction, New Jersey. They have been making music together since 2010 and are quickly gaining respect with a high octane breed of thrash metal in the vein of bands such as, Slayer, Megadeth and Testament. Vocalist and guitarist Alonso Maguino and his band are onto some seriously technical, HEAVY thrash metal here. Rounded out by Ryan Donato on drums, Mike Dreher on bass, and guitarist Sam Agnew, Condition critical has taken the New Jersey metal scene to new heights. Their 4 song demo gives a tantalizing taste of what these musicians are capable of with songs like "Bred to kill", "Time Wave Zero", and "S.M.R." showcasing their technical prowess and brute force. Get a taste of Condition Critical's violent recipe for metal mayhem.....”

— BandBlurb.com, BandBlurb.com

“(Original on Spanish) To have a CD which does not reach the fourteen-minute is amazing what growing these four tracks, in reality the first is an intro, leaving the listener totally hooked to its fall. And it is that you among the helmsman put and the regustillo of the old school one note as adrenaline starts you to boil. A truly authentic Thrash Metal that also sounds of fear to be a demo. I don't want to even imagine what will be able to do in a long term. The riffs are unstoppable, the fierce, sharp guitar solos, the rhythmic base seems it machinery war and the voice is aggressive but not power, all this with an inspiration pointing to mid-1980s, but with a sound of today. ”

— Noizz Webzine, Noizz Webzine

— Patrick Saad, LebMetal.com

“This was simply a fantastic release. Condtion Critical are a bunch of competent thrashers, and understand their craft well. They have displayed in this demo that they will be a force to be reckon with in the future. So be on the lookout for this band, they are truly destined for greatness! ”

— Fritz, Axis of Metal

“Not too many bands get the whole thrash metal thing the way I remember thrash metal growing up, but somehow Condition Critical got it! These guys are heavy, hard, and fast! I listened to their songs “Time Wave Zero,” “S.M.R. (Self-Mutilation Ritual),” and “Bred To Kill,” and I think my nose is still bleeding from banging my head so fast! These songs screamed with amazing guitar riffs, bass tones that were right up my alley, and drums that were thunderous. They were the perfect ingredients of old school thrash metal!”

— Tim Louie, The Aquarian Weekly

"Quit sitting down and come kill each other" Seriously the greatest things I've ever heard from a band to the people in the back of a show. @ 1:10 in the video!!! Nice!!!!

— Keith, Falloutzine

“Interview with Condition Critical!!! \m/SheWolf\m/ by Heavy Metal Forum on Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 6:20pm · Alright, let's start off with the basics. Where are you guys from? What is your territory on this fine blue planet? We'll I'm (Alonso) from Peru which is located in South America in case you were wondering where the hell that's located haha. Enough with the specifics; we're from sweet old New Jersey. Sam and I (Alonso) are located in South Jersey and Mike and Ryan are located in North Jersey. How did you all end up getting together? Did you happen upon one another one day at the local pub or have you guys been long time buddies? I think the shitty scene made us meet really haha. We pretty much met through a friend of a friend of a friend, etc. Ryan was looking to start a thrash band and so did I (Alonso). Ryan knew Mike from jammin' with him in a different project and then we actually met Sam at the Nuclear Assault show in Brooklyn which was pretty cool.”

— \m/SheWolf\m/, Heavy Metal Fourm

“With breakdowns vigorous enough to summon up mosh pits of all shapes and sizes, Condition Critical are also one the few bands that had me going in for seconds… and thirds! Captivating solos, ghoulish vocals among fast paced, heavy riffs and an nothing less than an adrenaline fuelled journey introduced me to Condition Critical!”

— Screem, Headbang Today's power Review

“ The 4 tunes are all hard hitting thrash tunes with none of that happy thrash and tough guy vocal crap. Just vicious riffs with some speed in the mix. Riffs are catchy as hell too. Vocals are just sung in a brutal way sort of a mix of death metal and thrash. Production is right where it needs to be and I love the guitar sound and it is great to see some bands keeping the old school style alive. Can’t wait to hear more as these 4 tunes just made me what to hear much more!”

— Chris Forbes, MetalCore Fanzine

“CONDITION CRITICAL es una banda estadounidense de Thrash Metal que nos presenta su nueva demo, que puedes escuchar en los siguientes enlaces. "CONDITION CRITICAL is an American Thrash Metal band who presents his new demo, which you can hear in the following links." ”

— Martín Moreno, NOIZZ Webzine

"Bred To Kill" came on knocking with speedy rhythms and the harsh nature of the band's vocalist / guitarist, Alonso Maguiño. "Time Wave Zero" ended this demo experience with a total SLAYER onslaught that breath life on the early track.

— Lior "Steinmetal" Stein, Metal Temple

"Some great candidates to soon reach the top of the global thrash scene." "Unos grandes aspirantes para llegar pronto a lo alto del panorama thrash mundial."

— Mundo Rock, Mundo Rock

“There is a huge music scene in Philadelphia and people need to know about it! Bands like: Citadel, Faith or Fear, Condition Critical. These are kick ass thrash bands from the Philly area that play their hearts out. ”

— Darlene Steelman, Darlene Steelman Literally - Rock N Roll. Music and Motorcycles is what it's all

““Your mind tells you not to, but your heart is pumping blood so fast to your brain that you end up headbanging uncontrollably to thrash metallers, Condition Critical!” ”

— Scream, Headbang Today

“Hitting metal fans from New Jersey, Condition Critical is a breath of fresh air in the "new wave of thrash metal" scene because they're a touch more aggressive and riffy than their peers.”

— The Metal Advisor, The Metal Advisor

“I've heard that you guys put on a pretty raucous live show. Always a good thing to hear. ”

— Ravenous Reviews, NWOTM Zine

“I highly recommend that anyone wanting some pulse pounding thrash take advantage of this offer. I look forward to hearing a full length album by these guys in what I hope to be the near future. ”

— Chad Arnold, Global Thrash Assault

“ "Condition Critical is ready to play as fast, loud, and aggressive as possible. Be ready for some Aggressive Thrash Metal!"”

— Black Collar Radio, Black Collar Radio

"Complete with aggressive riffs, fierce vocals, a powerful bass tone that backs up the rest of the music perfectly with the drums, masterful shredding lead guitar work and impressive drumming worthy of being compared to the late great Vinnie Daze, this short three song demo does not disappoint even for a second."

— Keith Carney, Falloutzine

“ 'Condition Critical have just released their debut demo with four skull fracturing tracks, guaranteed to get your adrenaline pumping and your head banging."”

— Skull Fracturing Metal, Skull Fracturing Metal

"Condition Critical a freaking monster of a band. A literal war of sound that attacks with fast and chunky riffs, sick vocals, and drums that strengthen the dynamics to deadly perfection. "

— New Wave of Thrash Zine, New Wave of Thrash Zine

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"Tour Planned for Summer 2013"
Mar 21, 2013
Condition Critical will be going on the road this summer with thrash masters Kil... [more]

New Condition Critical rele...
Feb 7, 2013
As promised, here is our newest release "Random Acts of Killing" from our upcomi... [more]

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CONDITION CRITICAL - Gravitational Dismemberment

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Shows

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Jun 8

ICAC Hall
Gloucester City, NJ, US | 6:00pm
ICAC Hall
Gloucester City, NJ, US
Sat Jun 08 6:00pm
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Jul 18

The Backstage at Champi…
Trenton, NJ, US | 8:00pm
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Jul 25

The New Daisy Theatre
Memphis, TN, US | 7:00pm
The New Daisy Theatre
Memphis, TN, US
Thu Jul 25 7:00pm
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CONDITION CRITICAL...coming thru MEMPHIS on their summer tour. KILLING SESSION to open with DAWN PATROL and a few more bands TBA.

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Brendan Noble
I see your fan building is going very well here on Reverb Nation. Very impressive. Who does your PR and marketing? I work for BBR Productions, which specializes in fields ...
Eyes of the Living
Sounds Great Fellas!!!! love the guitar tone! nice work!!!
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The Bad Seed
Impressive sound! check out mine & if you like it feel free to hit that fan tab.
GOD OF LIES
THRASH T'ILL FUCKING DEATH!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ALL SUPPORT!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anuclypse
Kick Ass !!! -Nikhil Jade (Anuclypse)