Chuck Billy On The Bay Area Thrash Scene’s Longevity
The Testament frontman talks to Metal Hammer about the classic Bay Area sound. Catch Testament on their neck-snapping Hammer-sponsored tour right now! Get Testament tickets here!
Chuck Billy has spoken to Metal Hammer about why people are still listening to and taking influence from the initial thrash boom from the Bay Area.
“One reason is that, although we could all be lumped together as thrash bands, we were all different to one another,” reasons Billy. “And so many bands made great debut albums. You think about Metallica, Exodus, Forbidden, Vio-lence, ourselves. The first records were classics which have stood the test of time. I am proud that what we all did back then has continued to inspire generations of metal bands. It’s so different to the big hair bands. They might have been bigger at the time, but where’s the scene now? Gone. Thrash has lasted.”
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Too right they’re all classics! And long may they continue touring and releasing kick ass albums!! The new generation of thrash bands deserve a mention too. A lot of excellent bands, check em out if you like the classics!
Well said Chuck!!
I’m not doubt to what Chuck said. Just one thing you all should know…”Testament go ahead”, this bands will inspire the young metal generation today & forever..!!