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Barren Cross – Hotter Than Hell Live – Cassette
Barren Cross – Hotter Than Hell Live is a live album by the American Christian heavy metal band Barren Cross. Released in 1990, the album captures the band’s energetic and powerful live performance, showcasing their blend of heavy metal riffs, melodic hooks, and spiritual themes.
The album features a selection of tracks from Barren Cross’s studio albums, including songs from their critically acclaimed releases such as ‘Rock for the King’ and ‘State of Control.’ The live setting adds an extra level of intensity to the band’s music, with the crowd’s enthusiasm and the band’s passionate performance shining through.
‘Hotter Than Hell Live’ showcases Barren Cross’s musicianship and stage presence, with tight guitar solos, thundering drums, and powerful vocals. The band’s Christian faith is a central theme in their lyrics, and their live performance allows them to convey their messages of hope, faith, and redemption to the audience.
Musically, Barren Cross sounds like a combination of Judas Priest and Iron Maiden, but lyrically, the Chicago headbangers bring a strongly Christian viewpoint to ‘In the Eye of the Fire,’ ‘Close to the Edge’ (not to be confused with the Yes classic), ‘Light the Flame’ and other tunes on this live album.
One of Barren Cross’ best songs, ‘Dead Lock’ provides a compelling anti-drug message. Although Cross enjoyed some exposure on MTV, the band wasn’t as well known in the secular rock world as it was in Christian circles, and that’s regrettable because its recordings were passionate and inspired, if derivative. For headbangers exploring Cross’ music for the first time, Hotter Than Hell!: Live would be the best starting point.
The album serves as a testament to Barren Cross’s ability to deliver a high-energy and engaging live show, and it captures the band at the height of their career. It is a must-listen for fans of Christian metal and those who appreciate the energy and intensity of live performances.
Barren Cross – Hotter Than Hell Live offers a raw and electrifying experience, showcasing the band’s talent and dedication to their craft. It is a solid representation of Barren Cross’s contribution to the Christian metal genre and a reminder of their impact as a live act.
Brand new, never played and still sealed in the factory plastic seal
Medusa Records
Track Listing
1. Imaginary Music
2. Dying Day
3. Killers Of The Unborn
4. Close To The Edge
5. Going Nowhere
6. Dead Lock
7. Opus To The Third Heaven
8. King Of Kings
9. In The Eye Of The Fire
10. Rock For The King
11. Light The Flame
12. Terrorist Child
13. King Jesus & Blues Jam
14. Give Your Life
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