Saviours
Crucifire
Level Plane Records
7.5/10
On Crucifire, Saviours meld Sabbath and Slayer, churning out doom-laden crunch and Satan-worshipping, bong-toking anthems of the highest order. Imagery of ritualism prevails in both this album’s packaging and lyrics, making it one that should come to approval with the more sinister stoners in your sect.
At times, this doom-trip launches into the sonic territory of early Nirvana, during other points Saviours come close to sounding like newer Voivod. This might not be a facet that’s readily apparent to everybody, but if you take the time to listen closely, you’ll discover these nuances. “Rise To Pyramid Form” is rolling and jagged, “Exalter Of Thorns” exudes abysmally-minded thunder and “Heathen Eye” spins in a drug-induced occult daze. Any of these songs could end up as a favorite of a Dave Wyndorf or a Lee Dorian at any minute.
If Horus eyes, Baphomets, pyramid shapes and hails to the goat get you off but your musical taste lies in Monster Magnet and Ogre more so than Cradle Of Filth, Crucifire will have you primed for action. Pile on the Pentagram, pass the bowl and get it on to Saviours. You’re guaranteed to sprout horns within a matter of minutes upon hearing this thumping slab of devil-doom.
Written By: Obee Spicoli
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