157 - Agent Steel Agents Of Steel 1985

Agent Steel were undeniably one of the most classic speed metal acts in the eighties, whether you liked their style or not. "Skeptics Apocalypse" has a certain raw edge over the band's later recordings, which gives this album some additional boost. The first half is essentially faster and more furious than the second, therefore resulting in something of a dual nature. In addition, the vocals of John Cyriis are pretty much in the love-it-or-hate-it category, with an extremely squeaky tone that you may find either perfectly fitting or downright terrible. Anyhow, Agent Steel's vintage sound remains kind of appealing even today, featuring some great riffs and first class guitar work, and the most unrestricted and ultra-fast tracks like "Agents Of Steel" and "Bleed For The Godz" are still second to none in all their rage.