| Animetal USA (www.animetalusa.com) takes up where the original Japanese Animetal band left off in 1996, combining classic anime music with original metal riffs, solos, vocals, bass and drums, as well as some very cool surprises. In fact, you will hear a few familiar metal riffs from some of your favorite legendary metal bands that gave their blessing, mixed with new originals. Animetal USA features singer Mike Vescera (Obsession, ex-Loudness), bassist Rudy Sarzo (ex-Ozzy Osbourne, Quiet Riot, Whitesnake, Dio), drummer Jon Dette (Slayer/Testament) and guitarist Chris Impellitteri. Their debut features the band covering Japanese anime theme songs – a spin on the original Animetal band launched in Japan by Anthem vocalist Eizo Sakamoto that was launched in 1996 and called it quits in 2006. This album is produced by Greg Reely, with all songs arranged by Marty Friedman (ex-Megadeth) & Chris Impellitteri. (2012) |