Search - Megadeth :: World Needs a Hero

Jax M. (Destructa) from SAN JOSE, CA
Reviewed on 2/2/2009...

Believe it or not, this is Megadeth's most cohesive and mature album to date. Mustaine & co's earlier outings were sometimes 1 part killer, 3 parts filler. And the excessively experimental bore of Cryptic Writings is best not spoken of. But all those years of internal strife, label-fighting, and self-discovery have paid off big in The World Needs a Hero: at the very least, it's 60% killer.

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Megadeth returns in rare form!

05/31/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"The new disc has been highly anticipated because many dedicated fans felt the band's 1999 release "Risk" was not true to Megadeth's hard-hitting style. "The World Needs A Hero" is chock full of bone-crushing metal tunes that will keep listeners crawling back for more 'Deth again and again. Some memorable moments from the new disc include "Disconnect,"- a fantastic opening track containing a hypnotic riff; you will find your feet tapping to this one. "The World Needs A Hero"- a punch in the face as this song exhibits drummer Jimmy DeGrasso's amazing technique. "Promises"- A symphonic ballad that promises to become a classic; this track not only rivals Metallica's "Nothing Else Matters" but slaps it in the face. "Return To Hangar"- the promised sequel to 1990's "Hangar 18" and also a return to the speed metal that made Megadeth famous. I'm gonna go out on a limb here, but if you're a fan of bands such as Metallica, AC/DC, Alice In Chains, or Korn you will not be disappointed by Megadeth's upcoming release. The album cover features Vic Rattlehead, the band's mascot, ripping out of front man Dave Mustaine's chest, signifying a return to Megadeth's signature style. Megadeth has been around since the early '80s, pumping out classics such as "Peace Sells ... But Who's Buying," "Trust," and the infamous "Symphony of Destruction." The band was recently featured on VH1's "Behind the Music," and as anticipated the episode documented the band's struggle with drug addiction, Mustaine's controversial expulsion from Metallica, and Megadeth's ever-changing line-up. Over the past 19 years co-founding members David Ellefson (bass) and Dave Mustaine (vocals, guitars) have employed a number of colorful personalities among their ranks. Currently, the Megadeth line-up has never looked better including the newly recruited guitar-virtuoso Al Pitrelli and drummer Jimmy DeGrasso. I definately recommend picking up this album- especially with the Japanese-only bonus track "Coming Home," which is a must have tune from Dave Mustaine and Co."

New classic Megadeth

Sean Wike | Mesa, AZ | 09/19/2002

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I missed this albums release in 2001, still bitter about "Capitol Punishment", and judging the album on the strength of "Moto Psycho" the single that was released where I lived. What a mistake. This is Megadeth sounding much like they did circa "Cryptic Writings", very hard and heavy, doing what they do best. Not to say that "Risk" was bad, just different, and not at all like Megadeth. Dave and company have gone back to the tried and true formula of old, hitting you over the head with a sledgehammer, and not stopping until you turn it off. Some favorites: "Disconnect" which kicks the album off very well, and easily one of the best on the album. "Coming Home", on the import is a rare Megadeth track, and easily justifies the extra cost of the import. Dave sings of coming home to Arizona over violin and mandolin, very rare indeed. See you there Dave.I didn't like "Moto Psycho" the first couple of times that I'd heard it, but it kinda grew on me, so now I like it. "1000 Times Goodbye" is a great rocker, and I particularly enjoyed the voice-overs. I'd tell, but that would ruin it."Promises" is a bit different than the usual Megadeth, in that it's much slower, with a lot of strings, and I'm not talking guitars. Good tune.Like any album, there are some filler tunes, but Megadeth can make even filler sound good. Overall, this is Megadeth at the top of their game, and the addition of "Coming Home" makes this a must have for the Faithful, but even new fans will enjoy this album."