PRONG

"100% Live"
(Locomotive Music)

This is Prong's first live album. They have a legacy going back over a decade. Prong made a name for themselves in the metal community in the 90's, releasing several albums that were well received by fans, but then disbanded in '96 after the release of their "Rude Awakening" album. Prong have now regrouped, and are back to terrorize our eardrums once again, kicking off their second phase with this live album. If one were to categorize Prong, they would go under "aggressive music". They are metal, they are hardcore, a little bit industrial...simply put, they are Prong. Their music is an assault on the senses, and played live, really comes across with a lot of energy and impact. They blaze their way through every song, launching a full scale musical attack that's unrelenting and neck breaking! Most of their best known songs are on here, including "Snap Your Fingers, Snap Your Neck", "Broken Peace", "Rude Awakening", "Prove You Wrong", "Beg To Differ", "Controller", "Close The Door", and "Unconditional". Surprisingly, one song that is not included is "Lost And Found", which was once used as the theme music for "Headbanger's Ball". Aside from that, this is a good collection of Prong's music. They play very well live, and one can really feel the raw energy and aggression of their music in a live setting. For newer fans, this album should serve as a good introduction to Prong, while it will give the longtime fans something to "snap their fingers, snap their necks" to until a new studio album comes out. http://www.prong-23.com

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