[.ca] When Moth and Rust Destroy

Where Moth and Rust Destroy, destroys!:
Wow. Words fail to describe the joy in my soul when I first listened to this disc. Marty Friedman (formerly of Megadeth) is one of two guest guitarists on this recording (the other is Bruce Franklin, ex-Trouble axeman). The title cut warns us not to get caught up in living for things--it's nice to have them, but Mammon must not be our god. Only Jesus is worthy of our total devotion. From there, Restoring the Locust Years clocks in at 3:31--the shortest cut on the CD. Next, Drawn and Quartered shreds! This song's about the bloodlust of Nero and other Roman emperors who threw Christians to the lions, and the courage the Christians displayed in the face of death. A Ghost at the Wheel is very interesting, apparently about an "MIA" Christian. Architeuthis: the mysterious giant squid. Lyricist/drummer/rhythm guitarist Ted Kirkpatrick takes us below the water's depths in this fine showcase tune. Melting the Golden Calf: straightforward story of the Israelites' idolatry and God's giving the 10 Commandments to Moses. Convoluted Absolutes: God's truth vs. moral relativism, comparing relativism to Pavlov's dogs and Koko the Chimp. Healing Waters of the Tigris: very applicable to the war in Iraq. I suggest Saddam give this song a very close listen and repent, before he's drowned like the Ninevites were, back in the day. In Death We Rise: the most unique Tourniquet song I have ever heard, and I have every one of their CDs! Jesus's promise, even in the presence of death: "Lo, I am with you always, even until the end of the world!" Viva la Tourniquet!

Best one Yet:
First of all I am a hardcore Tourniquet fan and these guys are one of the few bands that are still putting true metal albums out, not that nu metal turds. This album is by far their most dynamic yet. The opening track is over seven minutes and is relentless. Healing waters of the Tigris is a nine minutes epic, that is just completely awesome. This track shows just how talented this band is. Marty Friedman (Megadeth) lays downs most of the guitar tracks on this album and burns. THis is a very diverse metall album that ranges from thrash to speed to a 70s influenced metal. THe last track on this album is quite unique in that no bass guitar was used!! Whether or not you are a Christian this is a must have for any fan of true metal. This album is their best yet and well worth any cost.

• Where Moth and Rust Destroy
• Restoring the Locust Years
• Drawn and Quartered
• Ghost at the Wheel
• Architeuthis
• Melting the Golden Calf
• Convoluted Absolutes
• Healing Waters of the Tigris
• In Death We Rise