Tank 86 - Rise (2011) Exclusive Review

Tank 86 was one of my favorite discoveries back in 2009, this mighty 4-piece is the Dutch answer to Karma To Burn & UK's Capricorns. Hard rockin' instrumental riff mayhem. And yes, these guys know how to make good & interesting instrumental riff rock, which is quite a challenge when it comes to full-length albums. Tank 86 stays heavy & true to the form with their latest effort.























'Rise' is a solid debut with 50 minutes of heavy instrumental stoner metal. Featuring guest appearances from Peter Van Elderen (Peter Pan Speedrock) & Tommi Holappa (Dozer). Apart from the blazing riffs there is also a more dynamic, technical side to 'Rise'. The straight-forward grooves make room for a more varied approach to different guitar & drum patterns (High On Fire comes to mind). There are alot of unconventional song structures to keep things interesting, that's a really good thing on paper but when it comes to the music things could get chaotic. Some breathing room after the first 2-3 songs would be a welcome addition between the relentless assault of uptempo riffs & pounding drums. Nevertheless, this is an album that needs time. A grower in it's kind that should keep you coming back.



The production on this album is fantastic. A clear, heavy sound in a fitting mix. From the hard hitting drums to the crunchy guitar work. And when the riffs are getting heavy, this thing destroys. Turn it to 11, and you will 'expect collapsing buildings'. I think Tank 86 has a bright future ahead with 'Rise', this debut will win alot of new fans & surprise the old ones. This a perfect example of how modern times instrumental metal is done. Fucking heavy and without mercy.







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Release party in Breda (NL), May 29th.



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Special thanks to Joost & the rest of the band for sending me a review copy. Released May 29th on Tank 86's new label, Rising Magma Records.