Burn My Eyes Review
| Band | |
|---|---|
| Album |  Burn My Eyes |
| Type | Album (Studio full-length) |
| Released | August 9, 1994 |
| Genres | Thrash Metal, Groove Metal |
| Labels | Roadrunner Records |
| Length | 55:41 |
| Ranked | #20 for 1994 , #766 all-time |
Album rating : 87.3 / 100
Votes : 40 (4 reviews)
Votes : 40 (4 reviews)
July 27, 2024
Released months after Sepultura's "Chaos AD", the album is very similar to Sepultura's work in some aspects, but also different in many ways. The dynamic and infectious riffs alongside the tribal touch that make Sepultura what they are come to the fore a bit in "Burn My Eyes", but it is not the main characteristic of this work. We can notice a bit more speed here with the exception of one or two tracks.
By the way, Chris Konto's drums are great here. Flynn's vocals are also incredible. Not on the level of Phil Anselmo or Max Cavalera, but still an incredible vocal that does not compromise the experience of the album, quite the opposite. The first six tracks are impeccable. The rest are good, but not on the same level. On the B-side, I think "Blood for Blood" has an addictive guitar sound, a great metal groove.
"Davidian" is an absolute hit. Fantastic, the best.
That doom metal sound in the beginning of "A Thousand Lies" makes this track more than amazing. For me, the best one outside "Davidian"
Another highlight for me is "The Rage to Overcome".
"Death Church" reminds me a lot of the Black Label Society vibe. A great song, with an elegant cadence, characteristic of bands that know how to play heavy metal without the need for speed.
It's a near-perfect album, and would be 100/100 if it weren't for the little downgrade in the B-side.
Best ones:
Davidian
A Thousand Lies
The Rage to Overcome
Death Church
None But My Own
Weakest one:
Real Eyes, Realize, Real Lies
By the way, Chris Konto's drums are great here. Flynn's vocals are also incredible. Not on the level of Phil Anselmo or Max Cavalera, but still an incredible vocal that does not compromise the experience of the album, quite the opposite. The first six tracks are impeccable. The rest are good, but not on the same level. On the B-side, I think "Blood for Blood" has an addictive guitar sound, a great metal groove.
"Davidian" is an absolute hit. Fantastic, the best.
That doom metal sound in the beginning of "A Thousand Lies" makes this track more than amazing. For me, the best one outside "Davidian"
Another highlight for me is "The Rage to Overcome".
"Death Church" reminds me a lot of the Black Label Society vibe. A great song, with an elegant cadence, characteristic of bands that know how to play heavy metal without the need for speed.
It's a near-perfect album, and would be 100/100 if it weren't for the little downgrade in the B-side.
Best ones:
Davidian
A Thousand Lies
The Rage to Overcome
Death Church
None But My Own
Weakest one:
Real Eyes, Realize, Real Lies
Track listing (Songs)
| title | rating | votes | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Davidian | 4:55 | 99.2 | 15 |
| 2. | Old | 4:06 | 97.7 | 13 |
| 3. | A Thousand Lies | 6:14 | 95 | 11 |
| 4. | None But My Own | 6:14 | 91.1 | 11 |
| 5. | The Rage to Overcome | 4:47 | 87.2 | 11 |
| 6. | Death Church | 6:33 | 83.8 | 10 |
| 7. | A Nation on Fire | 5:33 | 82.5 | 10 |
| 8. | Blood for Blood | 3:40 | 91.7 | 11 |
| 9. | I'm Your God Now | 5:51 | 82.2 | 11 |
| 10. | Real Eyes, Realize, Real Lies | 2:45 | 78.9 | 11 |
| 11. | Block | 5:00 | 91.7 | 11 |
Line-up (members)
- Robb Flynn : Vocals & Guitars
- Logan Mader : Guitars
- Adam Duce : Bass
- Chris Kontos : Drums
12 reviews
| cover art | Artist | Album review | Reviewer | Rating | Date | Likes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | | The Blackening Review (2007) | 75 | Jul 28, 2024 | 0 | ||
 | | ▶ Burn My Eyes Review (1994) | 85 | Jul 27, 2024 | 0 | ||
| | Burn My Eyes Review (1994) | 100 | Aug 30, 2022 | 2 | ||
 | | Of Kingdom and Crown Review (2022) | 80 | Aug 28, 2022 | 9 | ||
| | Burn My Eyes Review (1994) | 80 | Jun 4, 2022 | 1 | ||
 | | 70 | Feb 4, 2021 | 0 | |||
 | | The Burning Red Review (1999) | 60 | Jul 18, 2015 | 0 | ||
 | | 80 | Feb 17, 2015 | 1 | |||
| | Burn My Eyes Review (1994) | 80 | Sep 15, 2014 | 2 | ||
| | 88 | Mar 13, 2011 | 0 | |||
| | The Blackening Review (2007) | 90 | Oct 26, 2010 | 3 | ||
| | The Blackening Review (2007) | 80 | Jul 15, 2009 | 1 |
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SHTRD 100/100Aug 30, 2022 Likes : 2
Endless energy and power...passion.
Can't believe it just their debut album...
Someone saids "pantera's subclass", "they don't have their own style"...
Well.. Please don't say anymore you punks.
Just sit down and enjoy this album without comparing it to pantera.
Don't forget that even Pantera is not a pioneer in this genre.
There is a power to sway the crowd under th... Read More
SilentScream213 80/100Jun 4, 2022 Likes : 1
Burn My Eyes is a great example of Groove Metal done right. The riffs here are awesome, still with a Thrash edge and not too one-note. The rhythm section is full of energy and while there are plenty of midtempo sections, they’re usually filled with interesting drumming, or change up the patterns quickly enough that it doesn’t get too repetitive. Of course, the best parts ar... Read More
