KATEGORY V
The Rising Anger
Nightmare Records 2006
www.nightmarerecords.com

What’s the 4-1-1?
Utah's Prog rockers return with a blistering new album.

Genre
Progressive power metal

The Good
Finally! this band has gone beyond their "safe zone" and actually pushed their boundries defined by their previous release. The songs here are much tighter and catchier than the only previous release I've heard A New Breed Of Rebellion. This is a pretty slick sounding album compared to the other I mentioned. It also has some catchier tunes like "Will You Remember," which kind of reminds me of Kansas' "Carry On Wayward Son" only heavier! I am equally impressed by the title track and "Hostile Takeover," as those songs clearly define what this band is truely about. Other great tracks are "Risk and Sacrifice," "Leave us Behind," and "Drained."

The Bad
The vocals are underproduced and could use some fine tuning.

The Verdict
If your a power metal fan you should not ignore or dismiss this album.

Did You Know?
kategory V have opened for bands such as Omen, Anvil, and Seven Witches.

Rating: out of 5

--Highway Boots