There is a bunch of labels in Italy that release thrash metal. The number of the
Italian thrash bands coming on display also increases. The quantity
frequently does not refer with high quality propositions but this
accumulation for sure will lead to the appearance of strong bands. In this
context here is one more name: Sofisticator.
Without
betraying their style SOFISTICATOR improved their
musicianship on their second album „Death by
Zapping“.
In
their honor we will remark that they jumped ahead of the middle level of their
fellow-countrymen. However this fact is not a so high praise bearing in mind
that the Italian thrash metal bands frequently are disappointing. What pulls the
quintet out of mediocrity is the invincible monotony in the sound techniques.
It’s
great that concerning SOFISTICATOR the obsessed
quotes are missing. Their mid-tempo speed thrash metal has a good
number of authentic riffs. In their works we hear reflections
of VENOM, or maybe it’s better to say of BULLDOZER. The vocals also
are in this kind of singing style and respectively wrap up in the
uniformity. Although this fact the definite songs are distinguished, and the
album has something to offer as ideas. The different introductions and other nonspecific
ornaments of the songs help creating the interesting sound of the band.
Diversity
makes SOFISTICATOR rather pleasant and amiable. The segment
that continues the testament of BULLDOZER is weakly used because of which
we should applaud the Italians for their desire and readiness! They do have
an identity of their won in their coverage of their music being: A sense of humor, the
willingness to party, and the rather qualitative thrash artworks add more
prime cost of their releases. I believe that this is not their
last word and I expect more from them with interest.
