Words by Nik Christofferson
Let me just preempt today’s Your Village Sucks! Fest coverage for a moment to bring you a quick video of the mighty Dog Shredder from last night’s show at the Comet Tavern. The Bellingham trio started making waves locally in 2009 by basically sucker punching unsuspecting local metal fans with blinding speed and substantial rhythms. Even I was left slack jawed and dazed the first time I saw their Molotov cocktail of prog-infused speed metal. In Dog Shredder, ex-BENt guitarist Josh Holland has mastered a frenzied and unrelenting style of playing, and with unbridled intensity and certifiable chops he brings something very unique to the table. Not to mention he is ably backed by rhythm section Jeff Johnson and Noah Burns, who not only maintain the rapid pace but skillfully lay down some rolling thunder of their own. Last night Dog Shredder once again defied typical metal logic, puréeing my brain with unadulterated talent, and pure fucking adrenaline.
I snagged a tour EP which includes two of the Shredder’s newly recorded tracks -- "Boss Rhino" and "Heart of the Sunrise", both which should appear on their debut record due later this year. For those interested in how DS’s sporadic and sometimes off putting vocals turned out in the studio. You should be pleasantly surprised to hear they have become much more realized after a little studio time and magic. Just take my word for it.
Friday, May 7, 2010
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