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Hellrazer

Rank #2 Calgary, AB, CA Metal

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Members: DrZ - Guitars and Vocals, Stan Nakanishi - Guitars, Kegger - Drums, Simon Hirota - Bass

Sounds Like: Judas Priest, MANOWAR, GAMMA RAY (Official), Hammerfall, Metallica

Label: Dust on the Tracks Records

Bio: Hellrazer was formed in mid 2004 by guitarists DrZ and Hoss. After recruiting a bassist and current drummer Kegger, the band began to focus on writing original material rather than being a cover band. In 2007, Hellrazer completed their first self-produced full length album entitled "Hellrazer". I... See Full Bio

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“You will put the album on rotation on and on and on. Cause the music is brilliant played, the songs are catching massively your ears and cause you are not too old for old school. Old school metal at it’s best. Give it a listen and love it or hate it !! Nothing between….(9/10)”

— Kerbinator, Metalfields

“With their third original “Operation Overlord”, the Canadians Hellrazer have produced an album that kicks ass – finest heavy metal from the first track all the way to the final song. Excellent song writing, outstanding guitar works, powerful and dynamic song structures and listening pleasure, that one desires from all heavy metal bands. Hellrazer’s “Operation Overlord” is and remains what it promised: a solid album with the necessary effort to make their way into the hearts of the fans. I can only say one song: turn it on, listen, and party away!”

— Rene, Time for Metal

“What these four musicians unleash onto the metal crowd with the opening track “Hellrazer” on their third album cannot be done much better. Powerful rhythm, crunchy riffs, straight hooklines and a perfectly presented highlight that does not leave anything wanting for any fan of traditional heavy metal.”

— Django, Stormbringer

“Bottom line: Awesome old school metal disk – without doubt – and despite some comparison to other originals “Operation Overlord” is a metal album that takes no prisoners.”

— Music Newsletter.de

“On their third full length CD, Hellrazer from Calgary, Canada, offer classic Priest style heavy metal that is enhanced by the good, middle range voice of DrZ.”

— LL, Obliveon Metal and Othic Webzine

“OPERATION OVERLORD is the bands finest album to date, they have increased the velocity, the intensity and overall aggression of the Metal. It is an excellent record and I'm not surprised they got signed on the strength of this.”

— JP, Metal Rules

“It sounds good and it proves that these men know how to handle their instruments and how to write enjoyable songs. Genre lovers can give this one a try for sure.”

— Tormentor Erich, Lords of Metal Magazine

"Operation Overlord" is as successful: the right balance between old school and the latest sounds so typical overseas, with their songs (often long but always balanced) shows us once again a Canadian scene prudent and sufficiently original to be noticed here too.

— Renato de Filippis, Metalhead.it

“Hellrazer and their sound reminds me of the bands that you see on stage and you start looking around watching everyone in the audience is on their feet bobbing their heads forward and back over and over, just rocking out, a great sounding hard rock band.”

— Ultimate Music Mix

“Those who like Heavy metal with power and without frilly ballads will be well served with “Operation Overlord”.”

— Steffen, musicreviews.de

“4/5 – a highly enjoyable, solid thrash metal album. ”

— Iza Raittila , Valyrian Music

“Fans of straight forward metal are enticed to buy this CD. Bang your Head! ”

— Markus Peters, Crossfire Metal webzine

“Especially in the first half of the CD, the songs fire away mightily and “Hellrazer” sounds like Judas Priest, “Raging Seas” and “Ironheart” are designed as small metal anthems, and the mid tempo part of “Enemy” worked out great. “The Hunting” sounds a lot like old Slayer, and over and over again appear guitar solos that are reminiscent of Annihilator and Heathen. ”

— Chris, Amboss Magazin

“The guitars kill with a fat sound and push mightily, there are sharp riffs and intricate lead guitar solos. Hellrazer’s third album will be appropriate for fans of bands such as Judas Priest, Hallows Eve, Saint, Omen, Jag Panzer, Agent Steel, Metal Church, old Metallica or Slayer.”

— Michael Toscher, FFM-Rock

“Heavy guitar riffs leave a memorable impression in the listener’s ear and at the same time support plenty of guitar solos. The vocals are powerful and show a certain degree of hardness for this genre.”

— Andre Friebel, Monsters and Critics

“Their music is pure and simple Heavy Metal.”

— Andre, Mezzarock

“Guitarist DrZ and his Canadian boys shine through fat guitar work, grand melodies, and a thundering rhythm, that lets feet and fists twitch. Our North American friends present a number of songs where one is forced to raise one's fist, strain the neck muscles, and sing loudly along with the choruses. ”

— Marcel Rapp, Powermetal.de

“Fast old school metal, driving rhythms, fat guitar riffs and a typical metal voice stream mightily out of the speakers. ”

— Roho, RCN Magazine

“Hellrazer sounds like a recipe for success in an era where fans are on the constant outcry for a return to the old school. If that is your poison, Hellrazer will surely please.”

— Brandon McNeil, Beatroute Magazine

“Here metal is real metal, with beautiful hooklines that take a couple of listens before they take up firm residence in your grey brain matter. The album is hellish fun and entices the listener to push the play button repeatedly. Up the Horns!”

— Jens Groh, Rocktimes

“Galloping leads, the finest double bass thunder, the vocals wonderfully old school – that’s the way it should be.You won’t be able to get more eighties style metal than that in 2013.”

— Des Kutscher's Kunst

“The rhythm section mercilessly powers ahead in thundering mid-tempo. The sound is mighty, and intricate guitar solos rip through razor sharp riffs.”

— Kara, Heavyhardes

“Those who like true and solid heavy metal cannot avoid this album. ”

— CD Tests

"Hellrazer manage to deliver 68 minutes of music without a single filler."

— Samir Kharboutli, Undergrounded.de

"The boys from Canada simply know how first class Heavy metal should sound, and this is expressed in this CD without detours!"

— Robert, Metal Underground

“They are kickass, real “Warriors Of Metal”! “Operation Overlord” is what Heavy Metal was and is all about. It has everything a good record needs, it is a must buy, all of the songs are ace! Dr. Z does his best solos, superb guitar playing, really great riffs! “The Phantom” is a killer, a Metal rollercoaster ride. Whether I am just stuck in a timewarp, but it always amazes me that I always turn to past glories and this one reminds me of the early glory days of BLACK SABBATH, OZZY or PRIEST - this is an album full of great, fist pumping, heavy metal magic.”

— Duncan Forrester, UK Hardrock/Metal

“Excellent metal band that has high quality music for listening at full volume. Big riffs, big melodies, good metal!”

— Erik Mardom, Headbangers Mexico

"Judas Priest, Accept and Grave Digger are the names that immediately come to mind when we put an ear on the work of the four Canadians."

— Michel Serry, Music in Belgium

"The underground is alive, and Hellrazer are great representatives. If you are looking for something "true" for a ride in your stereo "Prisoner Of The Mind" should win the bids."

— Mourning, Aristocrazia webzine

"Hellrazer are just another excellent example of one of the rare few (but growing in number) traditional style metal bands playing in Alberta."

— JP, Metal Rules

"Superb continuation of the band's history. Successful CD containing very playful, multi-faceted power metal...."

— Metal Underground, Metal Underground

"Quality ware from the steel factory, purposeful with power and fun factor..."

— Daniel Wimmer, Powermetal.de

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BB marcie
Raging Seas Rock! Thankyou!! So nice for you to stop in and share with me! Pls keep me posted whats up with you guys..BBMarcie
Rise of the Raven
HELLRAZER!!!! \m/
Justin Boerema
ONE LOVE
Ciro Amaral
Passing by to show some support! You have a fan here! I little different from what I do but I still like it. All the best! Ciro Amaral
GRIM
Very good Music Thanks for the add. Greetings from Mexico
T-Bag
Great power../T-Bag