Initially conceived as a side project by Hexx, also known for contributions to Toxic Holocaust, Nocturnal Graves, and Gospel Of The Horns, this Melbourne-based trio swiftly evolved into a revered underground phenomenon. Their debut mini album, "Southern Cross Ripper," unleashed in 2008, solidified their status, enduring as a staple in the record collections of dedicated Venom and Hellhammer enthusiasts. Fueled by bassist Kellhammer's Cronos-esque snarl and punctuated by primal "ughs" reminiscent of Tom G. Warrior, the six tracks on this release seamlessly blend the raw essence of proto black and thrash metal with the audacious attitude of early rock 'n' roll. Clocking in at 22 minutes, this offering delivers unadulterated sonic gold, characterized by refined guitar leads and inspired solos.
FOR DIE HARDS OF: Running Wild (early), Assassin, Celtic Frost, Destruction, Gospel of the Horns, Destroyer 666
SOD #28 (review)
9 Skulls
"Thrashing Speed Metal from the land of kangaroos and Mad Max, Southern Cross Ripper is a breath of fresh air for those choking on the pollution of the Thrash Metal copy band resurgence. Fans of old Hobbs Angel Of Death and Destruction will feel right at home banging their heads to tracks like "Armoured Fist", "Morbid Crimes" and "Last Rites". This is Thrash Metal from the heart, and infectious as a dirty needle at a gay whorehouse, so sit back and prepare yourself for Trench Hell! (DH)"
REVIEW FROM VOICES FROM THE DARKSIDE ZINE:
"What a filthy treat, a true surprise. The sad fact of the matter is, ever since the retro craze began, hardly any band has reproduced the 80s vibe convincingly, not even bands who paved the groundwork for that special sound. TRENCH HELL is different. Haling from Australia, home of SADISTIK EXEKUTION, THE WIZAR'D, MORTAL SIN, and so many others, they've done their country men proud. "Southern Cross Ripper" is an EP showcasing 80s Metal worship at its finest. Elements of the finest bands that magical decade produced are observable such as HELLHAMMER, VENOM, DESTRUCTION and BULLDOZER. Clocking out at twenty two minutes, this EP is a short one, as EPs should be. Rest assured, this band gets it."
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