Ellefson Soto released new album Unbreakable through Reaper Entertainment on February 13.
The album features former Megadeth bassist David Ellefson and vocalist Jeff Scott and you can hear the Megadeth influence in the guitars throughout the album. Scott’s vocals are whiskey-soaked and sultry and I love them.
The titular track opens the album and it’s a brilliant start. It has a cracking breakdown showing off the talents of Ellefson and drummer Paolo Caridi, with guitarist Andy Martongelli’s slick riffs running throughout.
SOAB is angsty and a good song to play after a breakup as it builds you up.
Throughout the album, the lyrics talk about hate and breaking down relationships. Particularly Hate You, Hate Me with lyrics like “I hate the way you make me feel when you’re around. This is the war, you always try to hold me down.” And Vengeance is another. It’s really in your face musically and lyrically.
Throughout the album, the guitar riffs are just beautiful and definitely a standout moment. This is particularly true with the instrumental of Ghosts as it’s just almost three and a half minutes of stunning guitar work.
Soto said: “The energy we poured into this one—it’s the sound of two lifetimes colliding in riffs, rage, and redemption,” and he was absolutely right. The entire album is in your face and a sonically masterpiece.
The guest appearances from Laura Guldemond (Burning Witches) and Tim Ripper Owens (KK’s Priest) work really well.
