Category 7

It's been said frequently on this site (recently when reviewing Metal Allegiance) that the term "supergroup" is often misused. But just look at the bands these guys have played (and are stilling playing) for -- seemingly every major American thrash or thrash-adjacent band is represented here, so if any band can claim the crown of thrash supergroup, it's got to be Category 7. And if you throw all of those bands in a melting pot, the result is pretty much what Category 7 sounds like, as there are plenty of thrash elements (though this is not really a thrash record, and certainly not a retro one), lots of impressive soloing, typically forceful vocals from the always reliable John Bush, and a truly hyperactive drum performance from Jason Bittner, who's simply all over the place. Is there room for improvement? Sure, the various influences blend a bit too much, resulting in a somewhat safe (songwriting-wise) album, as there really isn't a unique metal vision here. If this project continues (supergroups usually aren't in it for the long haul, but who knows here) the guys may be able to harness their influences and up the originality quotient. For now, Category 7 stands as a fine thrash-ish modern metal record.

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