ANTHRAX - Cursum Perficio LP

Anthrax have returned with Cursum Perficio, and they sound absolutely fired up. After a ten-year wait, the band could have played it safe, but instead they’ve delivered a record that feels both classic and surprisingly adventurous.

The riffs are huge, the rhythm section is relentless, and Joey Belladonna sounds fantastic. Tracks like “It’s For The Kids” deliver the kind of straight-ahead thrash that longtime fans will love, while “The Edge of Perfection” shows that Anthrax still have plenty of ambition and creativity left in the tank. There’s also a great sense of melody throughout the album, giving the heavier moments even more impact.